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UO Ortho vs. UO HD Ortho

Started by davidcolton, 03/31/2004 06:11PM
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Posted 03/31/2004 06:11PM Opening Post
David Colton
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From those of you who have experience with both, is there enough of a difference to warrant the extra $30? I plan to buy the 5mm and use it primarily with a TV102.
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Posted 04/01/2004 12:20AM #1
Tom Hole
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I compared the 9mm HD to the 9mm classic and didn't see a difference. Others have.

In focal lengths less than 12.5mm, I prefer the volcano tops because they are much more comfortable. I have only used the 7mm, 9mm, 12.5mm and 18mm.

Clear skies,

Tom
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Posted 04/01/2004 04:55AM #2
Larry Thaxton
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Hi Davis,

I tried both and then sold the HDs as I prefered the "classic" style/volcano tops. In my comparisons the classics were equal or better in rendering planetary detail.

larry
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