The French company Vaonis has unveiled the Vespera 3 and Vespera Pro 2—next-generation smart telescopes designed for anyone wishing to explore the universe and engage in astrophotography without complex equipment setup. Both models feature an improved optical system, extended battery life, and new capabilities for capturing high-quality images of celestial objects.
A new generation of optics
One of the most significant improvements is the completely redesigned optical system.
Vespera 3 and Vespera Pro 2 utilize a four-element apochromatic optical system with a flat field, consisting of three optical groups. According to Vaonis, this design provides:
-higher image sharpness;
-more accurate color reproduction;
-fewer chromatic aberrations;
-increased contrast;
-improved sensitivity in the blue and red parts of the light spectrum.
Vespera 3 — faster image acquisition
Vespera 3 is a next-generation model designed for users who want to quickly obtain high-quality images of celestial objects.
Key characteristics:
- aperture — 50 mm;
- focal length — 245 mm;
- aperture — f/4.9;
- Sony IMX585 sensor;
- resolution — 8.3 MP;
- mosaic images — up to 24 MP.
The sensor's larger pixels allow the telescope to gather light more efficiently, resulting in faster image generation for both real-time observation and astrophotography. The wide field of view is particularly well-suited for imaging nebulae and star clusters.
Vespera Pro 2 — maximum detail
Vespera Pro 2 is designed for users who want to capture highly detailed images of space.
Key characteristics:
- aperture — 50 mm;
- focal length — 245 mm;
- aperture — f/4.9;
- Sony IMX676 sensor;
- resolution — 12.5 MP;
- mosaic images — up to 50 MP.
Smaller pixels provide higher detail, and the telescope's resolution reaches 1.7 arcseconds, allowing for the capture of finer details in galaxies, nebulae, and other deep-space objects.
They work all night.
Both models feature batteries with a runtime of up to 11 hours, enabling extended observation without the need for recharging.
In addition, the telescopes are equipped with:
- automatic lens anti-fogging protection;
- a USB-C port for data transfer;
with built-in memory:
- 115 GB for the Vespera 3 model;
- 225 GB for the Vespera Pro 2 model.
If necessary, the devices can also be used with an external battery (power bank).
Suitable for travel
Both telescopes weigh about 5 kilograms and measure 48 × 20 × 9 cm, making them easy to take along on trips out of town.
The package includes:
Vespera 3 comes with an aluminum tripod;
Vespera Pro 2 — with a lightweight carbon fiber tripod.
The company also offers a five-year warranty on the new models.
Smartphone control
Both telescopes are fully controlled via the Singularity mobile app.
The system automatically:
- determines the location;
- locates the selected celestial object;
- tracks its movement;
- combines multiple shots into a single high-quality photograph.
This allows even novice users with no prior experience to capture impressive images of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.
Conclusion
The Vaonis Vespera 3 and Vespera Pro 2 demonstrate how modern technology is making astronomy increasingly accessible to a wide audience. The Vespera 3 is suited for users who value rapid image acquisition and a wide field of view, whereas the Vespera Pro 2 offers higher resolution and greater detail for demanding astrophotographers.
Thanks to their automated operation, advanced optics, and long battery life, both telescopes are powerful tools for exploring the Universe.
Source: Vaonis
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