Astrophotography Cameras in 2020. What's the Best Choice?

Astrophotography Cameras: What's the Best Choice?
In this video, I explain the key differences between 3 astrophotography cameras, and what they're best at. I cover the pros and cons of each camera and share a number of example images using each.
Beginners often start out with a DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) camera because they are affordable and versatile - and I still think this is the best route to take.
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[@vertisce2845]

The best Astrophotography camera is the one that I can afford without spending a months pay!

[@AstroBackyard]

Well said my man

[@catchingphotons]

True story!

[@TheExoplanetsChannel]

True

[@jeffslade1892]

Going rate for a used Panasonic G7 is about £200. It can interval shoot (time lapse) up to 1 minute or B (bulb) on an interval timer. Also does dark frame. But you don't normally need to shoot for more than 20 seconds and then stack. You can use what would be very high ISO numbers that you wouldn't dare use on most DSLR. For astro though you do need a short length camera adapter, a T2 to M4/3, not the normal long length lens adapter, look for astro eyepiece (T2) to M4/3 adapters not lens adapters. The sensor has to at be some 17 to 20mm not the full 45mm needed for a mirror box SLR lens. Going up to one of the pro M4/3 like GH4 or E-M5, they hold their price. Going down from prosumer to consumer, they don't shoot intervals. With the Olympus E-M5ii the body stabilisation on a tripod for long exposures works well. Normal advise is turn stabilisation off but the Olympus has the best, and it works. Electronic noise degradation up to a minute is unnoticeable, much over that the Olympus sensor gets warm where Panasonic (except the new ones with body IS) stay cool; they both use the same make sensors.

[@pragma2017]

It’s true, just means you should save a little longer! Before you purchase!! If you get your ‘second’ choice, it will annoy you in time!!! Yes $200-500 more is a lot, but within a few weeks months after making your second choice purchase, and u see tour 1st choice and think that if only I waited!!!😱😱😱👍🏼. We all have choices take care be safe!!!

[@MrSuperMole]

Astrophotography is a very difficult field. It takes a lot of time, money and knowledge. But it gives a lot of satisfaction!!!

[@halowars337]

Will a 350 dollar DSLR with a 75-300MM lens be a good start gotta find a tripod tho?

[@curlywurly4436]

​@@halowars337 Depends on the camera model and what you are trying to photograph, but generally yes. I use myself an DSLR (Canon Eos 450d) i bought for 55$ on Ebay and the results are great. The lens should be ok, but you should start out with low magnification. A good option for starters would be the Omegon LX 2/3, which is a tracking mount, it costs 129-190€ and can be mounted to an standard tripod. Its great for widefield long exposures.

[@ChucksAstrophotography]

Hi Trevor, thanks for the shout-out! Great vid!

[@AstroBackyard]

Thanks Chuck!

[@RaysAstrophotography]

Very well presented Trevor! The 3 tier camera levels to get from a beginner to advanced. Good script and presented well!

[@AstroBackyard]

Ray! Thanks man. Can you tell I used extensive notes for this one? :)

[@newcreationtamil]

Hi sir Both of you are pioneers of the telescope world

[@RaysAstrophotography]

@@AstroBackyard It is very well articulated. So I was guessing :-) it came out really good.

[@catchingphotons]

@@RaysAstrophotography But Ray is right with the scripting! You did a very good job with this video! It's very precise and you follow a nice golden thread through this video. Everything you need to know - not more. Greetings Chris

[@jeffslade1892]

@@AstroBackyard If you've ever presented scientific stuff you'll know that you're preaching to the choir, so forget the 'tell them what you're going to tell them' and the 'tell them what you told them'. They have a low boredom level like small kids. You know your stuff backwards so get in , tell them concisely , do the conclusion and get off. Let them ask questions later. You did that. Thanks.

[@diyimprover6887]

If going the DSLR route, certainly look at the Pentax line. Their full-frame K1-ii has a built-in AstroTracer function (exclusive to Pentax) that allows star tracking for 5-minute exposures _without_ an auxiliary tracking device. Other Pentax models can do the same thing with a $150 accessory. It uses precise GPS tracking to control the movement of the camera's sensor to track against the Earth's rotation. It also tags your photos with GPS coordinates, of course. The K1-ii is also the best landscape camera in its price range.

[@tkimaginestudio]

Many Pentax DSLR models have a built-in "astrotracer" feature or can work with an astrotracer accessory part, which uses sensor movement (including rotation) to compensate for earth's rotation. This is a great way to do longer exposures without involving an equatorial mount.

[@clyroth1504]

Late, but - I have the K-70 w/ astrotracer, this camera doesn't have onboard GPS so the accessory you mention was the O-GPS1 hot shoe GPS module. When I bought it, it was nearly half the price of the K-70. There's a newer O-GPS2 version that just over a hunnit bucks or so right now. The K-1 and other Pentax cams have onboard GPS.

[@AstroFarsography]

Man, definitely agree about that mono learning curve. I jumped to mono, narrowband and wheel so quickly and it was a big, big mistake. Sold it all up and went back to DSLR for a bit 😅 nice video Trevor. Really want my hands on a 294 but they're like hen's teeth these days

[@dannyg929]

Thanks for doing what you do Trevor! Your channel has really shaped the way I stand outside and stare at the sky all night! Keep doing what you do!

[@art83z]

I'm new to astrophotography but I think that overall what really matters is how that photo taken with your Dslr (or dedicated one) camera make you feel... I just have a Celestron 130 slt and a Nikon D5600 but I can guarantee you that I was happy like a child when I saw what it could do...🥰🥰 Let's not forget that is all about us that want to see the universe and it is emotional... it's not a "competition"... (At least this is what I think) Nice video by the way...good analysis as well... Do not forget to see the stars with your eyes 🥰🥰 Clear skies from Albania (EU) 😉

[@awesim]

I was sceptical at first reading that title, cuz as you said, there really isn't any best camera. It's what suits your pocket and taste. Very well presented. Thank you for listing the pros and cons of each type of camera in such detail. Excellent material as always.keep up the good work mate!

[@genebaldwin7342]

New to the channel. Just bought my first scope yesterday. LX65 6". I am a photographer (EOS R), but new to astrophatography. Love your videos. Keep it up!

[@vollengineer]

I can't believe I followed that video and know nothing about any of this stuff. Well spoken and explained. Thanks!

[@selena3726]

Your energy of love of astrophotography is motivating so much! You are incredible. Thanks for existence)

[@JohnS916]

I've been imaging for a few years now and have no intentions at this time to graduate from my Canon 60Da. I'm handicapped by an inconsistent mount that is too expensive to throw away. I've tried just about every trick in the book, even two trips to the manufacturer and still no progress. Because of the mount and some physical issues, I have backed away from the hobby considerably but I still follow Astrobackyard as one positive experience. Thanks Trevor for all your efforts.

[@kevincarpenter3428]

Your advice is bang on mate.ive just started astrophotography and I won't be using anything but a DSLR for a few years.

[@sly9263]

This video was perfect timing for me. I just got a CGX-L and 1400hd and have been looking for tips on a good camera to go with.

[@joohyungpark9258]

Splendid job! My hobby just arrived in AP as I moved to Arizona 2 years ago. This video clarifies so many thoughts in my mind. Appreciate it.

[@BeatDrama]

I´m new in the field, been an amateur nature photography for almost 8 years now, but I have a really tight budget, just a few telephoto lenses and a Nikon D3200. I'm interested in planetary photography, wish me luck!. By the way, great videos I'm new to the channel and oh boy... your photos look beyond great!

[@Astrolavista]

For the last year I've been making do with a modified webcam and un modded entry level mirrorless camera after previously using mono and OSC dedicated CCD's. Conclusion, you can have fun with any camera if you choose an appropriate target. I've had lots of fun with my £15 Logitech 720. Whatever you buy just make the best of it :)

[@explorelearnshare8222]

This is the best camera gear video I have seen. Great job focusing on the experience each brings rather than the technical details. This is going to help a lot of people. Thanks!

[@geoffreyoliver8403]

I'm a beginner in photography and astrophotography. I have a Panasonic LUMIX that I've been able to catch some pretty cool shots of the moon with. I enjoy watching your videos and am looking forward to seeing where this takes me. Cheers!

[@zveck06]

Because the ASI294MC PRO is so unobtainable for the last few months, I ended up with the mono option. But for my class 9 sky, it's probably by far the best option. Still looking for a tree/cloud filter.

[@arthurwiegman5512]

Very good video but the choice is also if your imaging from home, travel by car to a dark location or to a "vacation"location by plane. Very imported point is which software/programs to develop your images.

[@Mr77pro]

Canon definitely has the market share of astrophotography users. Great cameras with good results. What a lot of people don't realize is that the Nikon D5100 , D5500 and D7000 all use the sony imx071 sensor. This is a great aps-c sized sensor and is used in the ZWO asi071 dedicated astro camera. And you can pick up any of those cameras used for around $300-$400 canadian. I've got a modified D7000 and just picked up a D5100 for $300 and left it stock.

[@cyberninja5652]

Does the Nikon D5300 also have the same sensor?

[@Mr77pro]

@@cyberninja5652 I'm not sure...you'd have to do a bit of searching to find out

[@3082frank]

Hi Trevor, you made making a choice super easy for a beginner. I have been struggling alot in terms of gear but now, i will stick to mastering the fundamentals before upgrading. Luv from Arctic Canada.

[@kevindobbins5040]

I come to youtube/astrobackyard to see what monochrome cameras were talking about in previous videos. I see brand new video talking about cameras. Perfect timing.

[@Bazzasphotolife]

Amazing, Trevor. Can't wait for the season to start! If you're in Ontario, where is your fav dark site?

[@AstroBackyard]

Anywhere along the north shore of Lake Erie!

[@Bazzasphotolife]

@@AstroBackyard Awesome. I have never been but going to Point Pelee for the first time and make a note to go out at night on the way back to TO. Cheers!

[@AstroQuest1]

Nice job Trevor. Stunning astro images and of the furry friend at the end.

[@AstroBackyard]

Thanks Kurt!!

[@darkenergylambda]

Love your videos Trevor. Keep up the good work!

[@aether5213]

2:29 The reason why bayer filters have two green filters for each red/blue is that the efficiency of the green sensitive pixels are about half that of red/blue. That and chips have a rectangular matrix 4 sided square symmetry vs triangular 3 sided symmetry. However, you point still stands that we don't need green. Thanks Trevor! You're the best!

[@stevenharper6394]

Awesome video Trevor! Credit card has been frauded and I'm out of Canada for work so I can't continue my subscription until I get home! Rest assured, I'll be back to supporting in no time.

[@kenfaurschou2374]

Nice overview. Would be better if you showed examples of the same object with different cameras and explained the differences you saw in each image to highlight why you would progress from dslr to dedicated monochrome

[@cliffhughes3740]

You haven't changed my mind. I'm gonna get a star tracker and use my A7iii. I got from 15mm up to 600mm with only a small gap of focal length.

[@CrazedConceptions]

Have fun imaging at 600mm with a star tracker. Happy trailing and frustration mate.

[@cliffhughes3740]

@@CrazedConceptions Well, I wouldn't start out there. Got to build the skills first. Then if I can, I will. If not, evaluate the situation.

[@CrazedConceptions]

@@cliffhughes3740 Trust me you won't :p If you want to image (and get high quality results) at FL>300mm, get a proper GEM

[@dmitribovski1292]

@@cliffhughes3740 Crazed Conceptions is correct you are a going to be wasting money & a lot of time the iOptron SkyGuider SkyTracker PRO cost's £519.97 the HEQ5 PRO costs £789 yes it's more but it has full goto that will save you hours when you are using that 600mm this isn't like daytime photography a lot of the things you will be photographing you can't see it makes it difficult to point the camera in the correct direction. I know I have a non goto 1989 Losmandy GM100 though I have done a upgrades to the digital setting circles. edit P.S. The iOptron has a capacity of 5 kg with the 600mm camera guide scope & camera you are going to be getting fairly close to that. If you notice when Trevor uses his he uses the RedCat 51 a 250mm lens.

[@Wolfie6020]

Thanks. Always great information. I tried DSLRs and then switched to the ZWO 294 and 183 Cooled colour cameras. I would never go back.

[@masterstacker2833]

Very informative and straight to the point. I think I'll try the DSLR route first and see what happens.

[@ChrisSmith-lk2vq]

Trevor!! One of your best videos so far!! Great job! It will definitely help beginners to choose wisely! Thank you very much for your patient work! Greetings Chris

[@SKANDaR0875]

Just got overwhelmed by listening to all that. It’s a dedication from both time and financial perspective 😅 Nevertheless it’s amazing to see the beauty of universe form down here. Thank you for all the information I have eos 760D and Celestron 5SE and had issues take clear pictures of the planets alone, any tips or tricks on the optimized dslr setting when connected to a telescope will be greatly appreciated

[@TheZ3roCool]

Just moved from DSLR and camera lens to Mono camera with camera lens. Ha subs in my backyard in the middle of housing estate and near industrial estate is ridiculous. So much detail in a 5min sub. Loving it. Next step will be to get a scope (Big Frac or Edge HD 925 with HyperStar?) 🤪🤪

[@RugbyLock2668]

Brilliant stuff! Yet another great astrophotography video! I think I'll stick with my Fuji for now but the stuff out of the monochrome is just magical!

[@D-Flap_FPV]

Hey Trevor, I agree with Chris Barlow below about doing a video an modified and unmodified DSLR cameras. I think there are a lot of astronomers that might be interested in that option including myself.

[@catchingphotons]

That's a great video Trevor! It will no doubt help beginners to choose wisely! This video is straight forward, easy to understand, no high-level complexity in it: Just well made! :) Greetings Chris

[@FredericAbel]

I love your YT channel ! so useful ! I bough a Nikon mirrorless Z5 and want to begin astrophotography. I was looking at 3 scopes. SkyWatcher Evostar 72ED, Astro-Tech AT72EDii and William Optics ZenithStar 73 iii. Which one should I go to begin with ? As mount I was looking at the SkyWatcher Star Adventurer Pro, but it may be limit with a Scope + guiding scope and Nikon Z. So I may go for a full goto mount like the SW HEQ5pro or the Celestron Advanced VX. I'm also in Canada, and won't probably shoot in the winter times as cold is harsh for hardware and gears. Thanks in advance for any help :) Happy new year and clear skies

[@wesleydonnelly2141]

One of your best, most informative vids to date Trevor! Brilliant vid that has now made sense to me the difference between the 3 camera types and pro/cons with all. Thank You so much Trevor. I must admit, the images with mono are so much more refined than the one shot colour and dslr, though that's not to say the one shot colour and dslr images aren't breathtaking too! I take away from this a renewed sense of optimism and motivation! Thanks Trevor! ( BTW Rudy is beautiful and a little Star! Bless! ) Wes, Liverpool, England. ( Bortle 8 )

[@jeffj2495]

Nice video, and nice summary of the pros and cons of the 3 systems. I recently said to my partner "I'm thinking about buying astro-photo equipment to take some pictures.". She said "Can't you just download those off the web?" And when you boil it down, yes I can. And it's likely the web pictures are better than mine. Plus I don't have to spend any money. So....I might just stay as a visual astronomer and save the money.

[@evalaczko2718]

Great video! I have seen 3 times because of the beautiful pictures and your informative advices. Many thanks for the sharing and for your efforts. Clear skies!

[@invenioengineer]

Wonderful video and very informative. Your passion definitely shines through!

[@tacomaastro7462]

I took the time to do some research on which ASI camera I was going to buy, full comparisons in Stellarium with the scopes I have and the short list that I was looking at and it all came down to the ZWO ASI294MC Pro... and just got it today. Thanks Trevor

[@yobb89]

You can do pretty good with rgb osc , one thing that's good about mono + rgb filters is that it dose a better job on cheaper refractors being able to focus the blue channel individually overcoming bloated stars a bit Better, I wouldn't put that mono is far far better then a colour camera but more flexible to use in a sence. I use mono and still find the need to have a osc for those events like comets and Luna eclipse, for those quick motion targets.

[@marccarrier]

Great point!

[@ExoPhotography1]

Quite balanced input, I am a monochrome guy myself but have been using DSLR in the beginning!

[@zipplinestudios2082]

instead of using your Finger to make changes on your DLSR menu, you should use an eraser or touch pad pen. less shake. great info and great channel

[@capturethephotons2078]

I just got my Canon Rebel t7i in the mail today! I am pumped! Astrophotography photos coming soon.

[@AstroBackyard]

Solid camera. Congrats man

[@capturethephotons2078]

@@AstroBackyard Thank you!! Clear skies 🌌

[@CsTvInc]

Hey man, i really appreciate these videos, solid information as always. Always great to see your enthusiasm for your craft

[@billvinson7859]

Great video. I’m not confused. My EOS 60Da, and EOS Ra with my Redcat 51, and skywatcher mount do it for me. I Love Rudy.

[@CelebrityLyrics]

Whats the BEST lens (even better than the sigma 14mm f1.8) for Milky way timelapse or even shots of orion? Also is Canon T8i or Canon 90D good for astrophotography and if so is the BEST lens able to mount on either of these Canon cameras?

[@theheavensdeclareastro]

Love your video so much Trevor! Looking forward to Galaxy season uploads!

[@AstroBackyard]

Cheers Ben. Thank you. I am excited too!!

[@allnamesaretaken]

One of the interesting things about Astronomy is not the equipment but the large amounts of people in one place that, if they were into Cars, they would recommend Porsche cars to soccer moms and claim that anything less than a Porsche, then they might as well not bother. I remember one guy trying to pressure a disabled person into buying an 8inch dob as his first scope (because anything less is a waste of time he claimed), i stepped in and till this day, that disabled person is still happy with an 80mm refractor because its easier to use than a Newtonian from a wheelchair because the eyepiece is more accessible from the bottom rather than at the top part of the telescope. Its the same with cameras for astronomy. I have seen amazing pictures taken with an S9 and S10 phone rigged up to an eyepiece, same with modified webcams and even the cheepo SvBony cameras. You don't need to spend a fortune to enjoy astronomy but the people who try to make out that everything has to be the equivilant of a Porsche give astronomy a bad name.

[@jdogbirdeye]

Thanks for sharing ,I have a question,, I have tried to use Lumix G9 which is micro 4 3rd, but having problems with viewing the whole subject in & it seems to crop the image which makes it impossible to take a full image of the moon

[@toonachris]

Can you show the difference between a modified DLSR and an unmodified DLSR? I think it would make a great video.

[@pipe_dev_null]

Chris Barlow I think he did at the beginning of this video (rebel xsi vs 60da). Unless you mean a cooled dslr, of course..

[@toonachris]

Ben Mercier I was just thinking it would make a great video to do a comparison between an unmodified DLSR, modify it and see the results. A good comparison between the camera before modification and then after.

[@mmixlinus]

Haha nice ending

[@TheRealBillyB]

What would be some lenses you would recommend to a beginner with a dslr? And a mount? The photos you take are absolutely beautiful and I’m deeply in love with the professionalism.

[@AstroRef68]

Excellent helpful video It helped me a lot as a beginner

[@knightclan4]

Great video Your audio music is so rich The bass is really great

[@katebovski6947]

@AstroBackyard Isn't the 2020 zwo asi 6200 mc pro better than the old zwo asi 294 mc pro? are you going to review it?

[@moemode]

I'm currently at this stage . Deciding on a camera or cam . Great video . I'm learning every day what a mind f@ck astrophotography can be . Your videos are so helpful to me . Cheers from a novice. 👍

[@jigerwala420]

That was very very very helpful. I can't thank you enough. Love to have a teacher like you.

[@fjdeschamps]

Hello Trevor, I just bought a DSLR camera Canon EOS 5Ds. Would you recommend it for astrophotography?

[@arbistorage1662]

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[@1972Russianwolf]

Trevor, have you had a chance to shoot with a Fujifilm X series camera? I'd like your take on them compared to the usual canon, etc.

[@tomturtle400]

Very helpful video, thank you! Do you have an opinion about your fellow Canadian's products, the Mallincams?

[@DonkeyMusic777]

Excellent presentation!!! You do a great job!!

[@Astrolavista]

Thanks for the great video. I thought that was a really good primer for choosing an astro cam. Did you mention the other benefit for dedicated OSC is the great sensitivity to Ha over stock DLSR/mirrorless? You might not have mentioned it because you were using the 60Da maybe.

[@mikecrad29]

Great video and explanation of the differences between the three types of cameras and their applications, especially for a newbie like me. You mentioned a star tracker. At about 1:51 into your video, it shows a camera mounted on, what looked like to me, an equatorial telescope mount without the OTA. Is the device it's mounted to a telescope mount, or is it some type of star tracker designed specifically for a camera to be mounted to it?

[@jethawk9941]

I’m wanting to get into this I have a Nikon camera I have gotten some star photos right out my window but I still enjoy it and much love from a fellow Canadian

[@tigercloud6945]

Full spectrum dslr with my redcat51 and eq35 mount. Will upgrade in a few years. Ty for the great videos.

[@dennisshields7246]

I'm getting ready to mod a T4i. I love my 135mm lens but looking for a small refractor scope also. I'll be happy for now. So much to learn with the stacking and processing also. I'm also using a CG-4 mount with Ra and Dec motors attached.

[@arbistorage1662]

Hello, Thanks a lot of ethics great video. I’ve got 130eq and planning to get a dslr. Which DSLR camera you recommend? Thank you

[@alllogo]

Thanks for the new upload, love your vids! :)

[@AstroBackyard]

My pleasure Jeff - thank you!!

[@joechapa8126]

What type is your telescope? Looks great!

[@Bill-NM]

Another great video Trevor...thanks. Also...just to be clear...PLANETARY photography/cameras is a whole 'nother thing, right?

[@robdille3130]

Awesome video Trevor, I live in Rochester ny, I guess we get pretty much the same weather.

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

Great presentation as always. I would have liked a quick and dirty on the budget range.

[@blakebrothers]

Very helpful for an amateur like me. Thank you!

[@pyropaul2987]

You're bl**dy excellent, such good advice/tutorials

[@griseld]

If you had to chose between buying the newer A7R4 and the A7R3 from Sony, which one would you take? I would like to use it mostly for landscape photography and astrophotography. The 61 Megapixel sensor on the newer one is better for detail but also adds more noise during night shots, i can't really decide.

[@shadowhenge7118]

The more i watch about astrophotography the more i want to do and the more i realize ill never be able to afford it. Truly a rich person's hobby.

[@rkeele82]

Thank you for the video, I was wondering this question the other day!

[@AstroBackyard]

Mr Keele! Keep up the great work brother

[@ColinDane]

Very informative! I recently got the ZWO 1600MM-Pro, I had a patch of clear skies here and there, but have yet to get a night where I can really try it out. - Colin

[@stevewagner7507]

Great shot of the dog nebula at the end . You should try it with a ccd next.

[@elmikol2443]

Trevor, I like the way you showed the clouds drifting in front of the Horse Head! Cool edit. Thanks for sharing this! Say hi to Rudy!

[@AstroBackyard]

Elmiko! Thank you - I will. Cheers

[@AstroRef68]

This video made my choice Thanks so much

[@Talespinner35]

Trevor, do you feel the Canon 6D Mark II is still one of the "ideal" full-frame DSLR cameras for astrophotography? I have enjoyed my unmodified T3i, but I want to upgrade to something with better noise ratio, resolution, video quality, sensor size, etc., but I wasn't sure if the 6D Mark II was still the camera of choice. Is there a newer one that puts the 6D Mark II to shame, both in price and features?

[@aandj4012]

What camera should I save up for Astrophotography The Canon EOS Rebel T100 Or the EOS T7

[@CelebrityLyrics]

Whats the best lens for either Canon T8i or Canon 90D? I mean the best lens not best budget. THE BEST. I need the price to be under 1200$. Also is Canon T8i or Canon 90D good for Astrophotography? Which one between the two is better?

[@LShaver947]

Would you recommend Canon EOS Rebel T7i for my first astrophotography camera?

[@Leo-vp8ck]

Is a canon 250d a good choice in combination with a Skywatcher 150/750 pds?

[@schalky182]

I'm just getting started and this certainly cleared some things up. I have a mirrorless camera so i guess i will use that. What type lens should i be using. I only have a kit lens atm. Or should i be sticking it in my skystar reflector which has focal length of 650. Thanks!

[@catrionathomson8981]

Hi Trevor. Hi Rudy. A really naive (no physics background) question. If I use the monotone setting and take multiple photos while using the onboard colour filters and stack them in post production can I improve upon the rgb throughput? Thanks in advance.

[@alexanderweaver6047]

I have been using a Nikon p90 and an amazon tripod but they both just broke so it is time for me to get better equipment.

[@ohyou_6599]

Option 4: cheap DSLR, DIY removal of the hot mirror, DIY removal of the bayer layer, and there you go. Monochrome camera and utilizing ALL the sensor.

[@andrespineda5458]

I know you love deep sky but it would be fun to see you trying planetary and galaxies!!

[@an35tares]

Hi ! I bought recently a canon sl2 for astrophotographie (BestBuy) but i didn’t received it yet ! I would like to know if this camera will be good for that ? If not, do you have another suggestion quality/Price in the reflex ? My budget is 1000 $ ! Thank you

[@oq17]

These videos are so good . Thank you very much for posting them . I would like to buy a mirror less camera , but I have no idea what all the technical specs mean . Would you mind recommending a Canon mirror less camera for under $ 1000 . I want to get started in this hobby by taking wide angle and deep space pictures with a tracking mount for long exposures. Thank you for the help - Rob