Stargazing What is the Soligor 8in telescope like?

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The Soligor 8-inch telescope is priced around 699 to 799 euros, raising questions about its value and image quality for observing celestial objects. Concerns have been raised regarding the stability of its German equatorial mount and tripod, which may not adequately support the telescope's size. Users are advised to consider alternatives, such as Dobsonian telescopes, which offer better stability and performance within a similar price range. Overall, the Soligor 8-inch may not be the best choice for serious astronomy enthusiasts. Evaluating other options could lead to a more satisfying stargazing experience.
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What is the Soligor 8in telescope like? I seen it in a camera shop in town yesterday for i think it was either 699 or 799 euros. Is it worth it? Is it a quality telescope for quality images of the nightsky such as planets, galazies & nebulas?
 
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I have not tried one out, but if you are talking about the Newtonian model with the German equatorial mount, I would advise you to stay away. The tripod and mount seem far too light and small to provide adequate stability for an 8" scope. Have you considered a Dobsonian? There are some nice ones in that price range.
 

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