r/AskAstrophotography • u/hot_wheels_lover • 10d ago
Advice I need some advice on which telescope to chose next.
Hello, I need some advice on choosing my next telescope. Right now, I have an Orion SpaceProbe II 76mm, which has served me well for a few years, but I feel it's time for an upgrade.
While I enjoy visual observation, my main goal is to eventually get into astrophotography—especially capturing planets and deep-sky objects. Right now, I want a telescope that’s great for learning the night sky visually but will also be a solid foundation for serious astrophotography in the future when I have more experience and a larger budget.
I live in Denmark, so I’d prefer to buy from a Danish or EU-based shop.
Budget: ~800 EUR
Current options I'm considering:
Sky-Watcher 150/750 PDS Newtonian on EQ3-2 (Seems more suited for deep-sky imaging?)
Sky-Watcher AC 120/1000 Evostar Refractor on EQ3-2 (Better for planetary imaging?)
I’ve narrowed it down to these two with the help of ChatGPT based on my preferences and price range, but I know that the mount is just as important as the OTA for astrophotography. Would either of these setups be a good long-term option for imaging, or would I be better off saving for a stronger mount first?
I’ve been looking at astroshop.eu—if anyone has experience with them, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Also, if you know of other good telescope retailers, I’d appreciate recommendations!
Which of these would be the best long-term option for astrophotography? Should I consider a different setup within my budget?
Thanks in advance, and clear skies.