>>3022497I can't really suggest one over the other, but generally, you want a good tracking mount and a scope. You don't need to bother with auto guiding first.
For a scope, you will want to start with wide field, a small refractor like an 80'' size one with around 400-450mm. You can get images of larger nebulae structures with it, or a 50mm lens for one as big as the Orion Loop.
For the mount get something like an EQ3 or EQ5, maybe if you have the budget look for the option for the auto guiding control. Current alternatives to traditional equatorial mounts are the Astrotrac and Star Adventurer.
Best tip I can give is before you spend any money, ask around your local astronomer club, ask for help and tips and see if they have any stuff for sale.
Also look up stargazing lounge, cloudynights and similar websites. Watch Forrest Tanaka's astro tutorials on YT and other astro videos you can learn from.
