CCD vs Film? Lots of time vs no patience? Alright, this is your place to discuss all the astrophotography what's and what's not. You can discuss about techniques, accessories, cameras, whatever....just make sure you also post some nice photos here too!
There is another option for planetary/lunar/solar imaging from Greece! - Unibrain, a 1394-based company originally started in 1986 in Athens. Check out the 702 firewire series here: http://unibrain.com/Products/VisionImg/Fire_i_702.htm
Note that the monochrome version is also based on the popular Sony 285 chip. Well, another choice out there in the competitive imaging market!
[80% Steve, 20% Alfred] ------- Probability of Clear Skies = (Age of newest equipment in days) / [(Number of observers) * (Total Aperture of all telescopes present in mm)]