3 Dobsonians Celestron, Zhumell, & Meade

BayAreaGiant707 · Guest

Disregaurding price, weighing all aspects which Dobsonian is a better telescope? Thanks for the help!

Celestron Starhopper 12 In.

Zhumell 12 In.

Meade Lightbridge 12i In.

Jne_K · Site Admin Joined: 24 Sep 2003 Posts: 5517

Hi

Don't carry the Zhumell, but in terms of features, I'd rate the Lightbridge the best scope if you want a trus tube design and ball bearing RA axis and Crayford focuser. .
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Guest · Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 4:18 pm Post subject:

thanks, does the open tube on the lightbridge pose any problems?

Jne_K · Site Admin Joined: 24 Sep 2003 Posts: 5517

Hi

It can - air currents when there is a breeze, dew and stray light from light pollution sources, but these problems can easily be eliminated with a shroud. The advantages, though, are many - quicker cool down time, easier access to the mirror for cleaning and, of course, transportability.
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