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The Canon EOS Rebel T7i is one of those options, it is a great beginner camera and has all the tools you need to start creating great astrophotography. The T7i comes with a 24.2 megapixel APS-C sensor which delivers good results and can be great if you're looking to shoot close-ups, because of its crop factor.

You don't strike me as one that would go for the beginner equipment.
 
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satanboy said:
The Canon EOS Rebel T7i is one of those options, it is a great beginner camera and has all the tools you need to start creating great astrophotography. The T7i comes with a 24.2 megapixel APS-C sensor which delivers good results and can be great if you're looking to shoot close-ups, because of its crop factor.

You don't strike me as one that would go for the beginner equipment.
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Cost goes up rapidly. Next upgrade would be a telescope lens. After that is a super cooled camera. So there is an upgrade path on this gear. The starter gear is capable of good results. Don’t want to spend R100k and end up dropping it. At R25k I can do much of what an amateur can do without a huge financial risk, there is much to learn. If I really get into it I’ll invest more.

I see that T7i is used. It’s called the EOS 2000D in SA, it’s available as a starter kit here for about R8,500 but without the 75-300mm lens which I also need.
 
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I’m looking for a different model camera. The 2000D has a fixed display which will be inconvenient when your target is above you (as it will likely be), so looking for an affordable DSLR with a flip-out display.

Tracker and other goodies have been shipped so the camera and lens is the next big item.
 
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I’m looking for a different model camera. The 2000D has a fixed display which will be inconvenient when your target is above you (as it will likely be), so looking for an affordable DSLR with a flip-out display.

Tracker and other goodies have been shipped so the camera and lens is the next big item.
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Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera Body

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is an affordable feature packed full-frame DSLR camera and the second addition to the EOS 6D family. The Canon 6D Mk II features an all new 26.2 megapixel sensor and DIGIC 7 image processor. This new sensor and image processor combination opens up higher standard light...
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Can't justify that expense, but am eyeing the M50, this comes with the extra lens:

 
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Probably the best bet:

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Canon EOS 250D DSLR Double Lens Kit

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Canon EOS 6D Mk II Body only (Used) | Cameraworld

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R16,995.00
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R8,500

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I see the 6D is a favourite for astrophotography. So may have to consider...
 
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Starter lenses are not great.

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The Best Canon Astrophotography DSLR Lens for 2024

What are the best Canon DSLR camera lenses for astrophotography, including nightscapes and Milky Way photography?
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I know but I am a complete novice so feel it’s better to start there. The costs go up rapidly and I’d rather spend the big bucks once I know what I am doing.
 
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