Are you interested in the Off-axis guider concept, but afraid to try it out?
Will the stars be bright enough, or will you fumble in darkness?

So, after some questions about the setup:
Here is a video on the setup of "the Off-axis guider with a twist" - a reduced OAG to brighten the image! You may find the first video I did where I set it up and calculated the reduction ratio:
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You'll get an insider tip to my setup and all details for how it works.
Failed to mention, but it's the Celestrons EdgeHD800 SCT I'm using here.
The setup of-course works with any system ones the focus points has been set between the main imaging camera and the guide camera. If you stick it in a system with more back focus you may want to change the setup for better reduction however. More on that in the video.

There are some back focus talking somewhere in the middle, around min 7-12. Not the most scientific and in-depth illustration. Just a touch on why it's a big thing.

It's still just an Off-axis guider.
Don't expect magic, but I'm sure you will find that the image is brighter and with a somewhat larger field of view.

Try it out and let me know how it works for you!

May the dark side be with you!

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