The proper telescope will allow you to observe details in planets , nebulae and clusters. Since most astronomical objects are faint, the telescope must gather enough light and must not excessively spread out the light with high magnification. Reflectors are usually less expensive for the amount of aperture. Refractors usually give a finer quality image. Houston Astronomical Society or Johnson Space Center Astronomical Society.
Filters sometimes crack and can cause eye damage.
Visit George Observatory at Brazos Bend State Park and view the sun using their special solar observation instruments. This size telescope will also allow you to see deeper into space . The sun is in solar max making observation critical for data. The solar surface appears different depending upon the layer the observer wants to study. Different wavelengths penetrate various layers of the surface which give the photos a different appearance.