However, the first thing I thought when I saw the Newtonian, was photo op!
I wanted to post some pictures of the 8" Newtonian on my HEQ5 for one reason. When researching astronomy equipment, I quickly realised that there weren't very many images online of the kind of set-up I wanted. If someone is thinking of putting this telescope and this mount together, then perhaps these images might help them in making a decision During the short time that I had the telescope, I noted that it could be very well balanced on the HEQ5. Though being quite a heavy telescope, the mount could more than handle the it. It also has the usual great build quality from GSO.
Apart from this being a little informative, what amateur astronomer doesn't love looking at others equipment photos online?
Thanks to Tom and Neil from Astronomia/Telescope Outlet for taking care of me.
