Re: Orion Skyview Pro 127, Meade 7" Mak, or ETX 125?

"David Nakamoto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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>   My guess is that the requirements are driven by the planet viewing
factor,
> and that means magnification and excellent optics.  The 127 and the 7-inch
> Mak fit that better than an SCT, although the requirements don't preclude
an
> SCT.  The portability is another requirement, so the 127mm has go two
marks
> in its favor.
>   --

If that's the requirement, the the Takahashi Mewlon 180 OTA on a cheap
cg5'ish mount would be the better answer for about $2300.  APO refractor
optics on a marginal mount that's very portable - cheaper and better optics
than the meade 7, way better than the Orion 127