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Well, ..., for one the dobsonian mount is not meant for astrophotography and it is nearly impossible to use one for long exposure astrophography. So if your heart is really set on Astrophotgraphy then I suggest you buy a scope with a decent Equatorial or Fork mount (w/equatorial wedge)...

Well, ..., no. the 60mm objective is too small to effectively study the night sky. You'd be better ff buying a pair of 20x50 binoculars. When considering a first scope I suggest that you watch the following video on how to select a first time telescope...

Do not buy either of those scopes. Even though they come form Orion, IMHO, you would be disappointed. I've included the first 2 links below that will make good scopes for you. The last link is a link that describes different telescopes and what to consider in a purchase. You should also...

The reaches but never crosses the southern Meridian at ~-23.5 degrees. See the link below for a good explanation.

The reaches but never crosses the southern Meridian at ~-23.5 degrees. See the link below for a good explanation.

1) Detailed anatomy of the sun 2) 3 dimensional map of the some constellation ... like Orion, the Ursa Major, or Leo. 3) Map the local "super group".

Wait until you see Orion rising from the ocean. It's totally awesome! But, wait there's more ... The Orion Nebula and the Trapezium within, Flame Nebula, the Witch Head Nebula, the Horse Head Nebula and much more await your eager gaze.

Both North Carolina State University and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have excellent astrophysics programs with an astronomy emphasis.

Wait until you see Orion rising from the ocean. It's totally awesome! But, wait there's more ... The Orion Nebula and the Trapezium within, Flame Nebula, the Witch Head Nebula, the Horse Head Nebula and much more await your eager gaze.

Join your local astronomy club. This is the best place to learn about "sights" (eyepieces) and how to use your scope. BTW, I've used the XT10 and it's a great scope! 1) When you order, upgrade from the standard spotter scope, to the 10X50 angled (45 degrees) spotter scope. This will save your...