Gregory wrote:
Thanks for the information, Mark; you recently wrote:

It is more work, but the dedicated cameras can do much
more than a DSLR.

OK...exactly how does the "much more" appear in the
finished product? In other words, what differences
do you actually see?

Dedicated CCDs result in smoother images and a higher dynamic range
(higher contrast) than a DSLR. This comes as a result of higher
sensitivity and cooling to reduce background noise.

Since you are a beginner I would sooner recommend the DSLR because it
is lower cost. If you decide you don't like astrophotography you are
left with a good daylight still camera.

Ian Anderson
www.customopticalsystems.com