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Whats better?

robertxxx · 2011-12-24 01:04:27

A reflector or refractor?.......sorry but new here and I'm looking for something around 200/250. Cheers

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24-12-2011 2:04am

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A reflector or refractor?.......sorry but new here and I'm looking for something around 200/250.

Cheers

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#2 24-12-2011 5:08pm
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You'll get more mirror for your money with a reflector. More mirror the better but I think refractors tend to be better at planetary viewing. With €250 you should be able to get an 8 inch dob reflector which is pretty big.

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