Smart Telescopes for Beginner Astrophotography

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DWARF 3 Smart Telescope

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$849.00

DWARF 3 Smart Telescope

More sky. In your hands.

A dual-camera smart telescope with 737mm of reach, a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor, and a full astrophotography studio built into the app. From deep-sky nebulae to birds in flight, it does it all from a 1.3kg body.

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737 mm

equivalent reach

telephoto lens

8.3 MP

Sony IMX678

STARVIS 2 sensor

3°

field of view

whole targets in frame

5.5 hr

battery life

a full night out

See deep space

Galaxies and nebulae, clearly within reach.

The 737mm telephoto and STARVIS 2 sensor pull faint deep-sky targets out of the dark. Andromeda, the Orion Nebula, the Veil, the Pleiades. Point, capture, and the DWARF 3 stacks frame after frame into a clean, detailed image.

More optics, more sensor, more battery. The smart telescope, fully grown.

Easy to start

Tap your phone. Start shooting.

NFC one-touch pairing connects your phone in seconds. Pick a target from the star chart or point your phone at the sky, and the DWARF 3 finds it and locks on. No alignment ritual first.

Auto star finding

It locates and tracks for you.

Choose an object and the DWARF 3 slews to it, focuses, and tracks it as Earth turns. A field-rotation-correction algorithm keeps stars round through the whole session, so framing never drifts.

Equatorial mode

60-second exposures, four times longer.

On a polar-aligned tripod, EQ mode eliminates field rotation and unlocks exposures up to four times longer. More light per frame means richer detail in faint nebulae and galaxies.

Built-in triple filter

A filter for every sky.

Switch between VIS for daytime, an astro filter for deep space, and a dual-narrowband Hα / O III filter that cuts city light pollution. A magnetic solar filter is included for safe imaging of the Sun.

Creation Center

A studio inside the app.

One-click optimisation, noise reduction, star calibration, and even star removal run on your phone. No laptop and no expensive software needed to turn raw frames into a share-ready image.

Grab and go

A whole observatory at 1.3kg.

Dictionary-sized and around 1.3kg, the DWARF 3 packs into its included carry bag and travels anywhere. Backyard, campsite, or a dark-sky weekend, it is ready when the sky is.

Dual camera system

Two lenses. Sky and landscape.

A 6-element apochromatic telephoto reaches 737mm equivalent for deep-sky and close detail. A wide-angle lens frames the Milky Way, panoramas, and fast-moving subjects. Every mode now works on both lenses, and you switch between them with one tap.

The night sky, made simple

Look up. Tap once. Capture it.

From the Moon to the far edges of deep space, the DWARF 3 turns a clear night into a finished photograph.

Sony IMX678 STARVIS 2

Built to see in the dark.

The 8.3-megapixel STARVIS 2 sensor reaches 83% quantum efficiency with just 0.6e− read noise and 12-bit output. It gathers more faint light with less noise, so nebulae come through layered and smooth rather than grainy.

Schedule a shoot

Set it tonight. Sleep through it.

Plan a target and start time in advance and the DWARF 3 begins on its own. No staying up all night, and no missing a narrow window when the object is highest.

Multi-night stacking

Stack across nights for depth.

Combine results from different sessions into one cleaner, higher-resolution image. A faint target keeps improving across many nights, far beyond what a single evening can gather.

Mosaic mode

Four times the frame.

A 2×2 stitching mode expands a single field to four times its area. Rotate and zoom to compose freely and capture a large nebula complete, edge to edge, in one panorama.

Curve colour grading

Tune the colour in-app.

Built-in curve grading adjusts the RGB channels individually to rebalance colour and restore the true tones of stars and nebulae. Fine control without leaving your phone.

Sign your work

Add your watermark, then share.

Apply a personal watermark before posting so a finished shot is unmistakably yours. From capture to a share-ready image without ever opening a computer.

Pro formats

Export RAW for full control.

Save in JPG and PNG for quick sharing, or FITS and TIFF for serious post-processing in Siril or PixInsight. The DWARF 3 suits beginners and experienced imagers alike.

Daytime exploring

Not just for the night.

An AI neural-processing unit recognises and tracks wildlife automatically, with continuous autofocus that holds a moving bird sharp. If it takes off, the dual-camera system quickly repositions and stays with it.

Beyond deep sky

One device, every subject.

Gigapixel panorama

Stitch the whole scene.

AI stitching blends many frames into a seamless gigapixel panorama with no visible joins. An ultra-wide field with massive detail, so you can zoom right in and it stays sharp.

Sun and Moon

Safe solar, crisp lunar.

The included magnetic solar filter lets you image the Sun safely, from sunspots to eclipses. Turn to the Moon for sharp, detailed craters along the terminator on any clear night.

Milky Way and star trails

Wide-field nightscapes.

Point at the Milky Way for one-click capture with automatic foreground separation and stacking. Switch off tracking for star-trail mode that blends the landscape with the sky's turning arcs.

Star chart guidance

Daily targets, picked for you.

The app recommends what is worth shooting each night based on your sky. Tap a suggestion and go straight from choosing a target to capturing it, with no guesswork.

Dual apochromatic cameras: 737mm equivalent telephoto plus a 45mm equivalent wide-angle.

Sony IMX678 STARVIS 2 sensor, 8.3 MP, 2μm pixels, 83% quantum efficiency.

Built-in VIS, astro, and dual-narrowband filters, plus an included magnetic solar filter.

Equatorial mode unlocks exposures up to four times longer with no field rotation.

10,000mAh battery for up to 5.5 hours, plus 128GB of onboard storage.

NFC one-touch pairing and full app control for iOS and Android.

Exports JPG, PNG, FITS, and TIFF for sharing or advanced post-processing.

Doubles as a daytime instrument for birdwatching, wildlife, and gigapixel panoramas.

Specifications

Every number that matters.

Optics

Telephoto aperture

35 mm

Telephoto focal length

150 mm (737 mm full-frame equivalent)

Wide-angle lens

6.7 mm focal length (45 mm full-frame equivalent)

Optical design

6-element apochromatic dual-camera lens group

Field of view (telephoto)

Approx. 3°

Camera

Sensor

Sony IMX678, STARVIS 2

Resolution

3840 × 2160 (8.3 MP) telephoto; 1920 × 1080 wide-angle

Pixel size

2 μm

Sensor performance

83% quantum efficiency, 12-bit output, 0.6e− read noise, 11,270e− full well

Max single exposure

60 seconds (longer in equatorial mode)

Output formats

JPG, PNG, FITS, TIFF

Filters

Built-in filter wheel

VIS 430–650 nm; astro 440–690 nm; dual-narrowband O III (500.7 nm) / Hα (656.3 nm)

Included filter

Magnetic integrated solar filter

Mount

Type

Motorised alt-azimuth, app controlled, with equatorial tracking mode

Tracking

Automatic GoTo with field-rotation correction

Power, storage and connectivity

Battery

10,000 mAh, up to approx. 5.5 hours

Operating temperature

−20°C to 45°C

Storage

128 GB eMMC internal

Connectivity

Wi-Fi (5 GHz), Bluetooth, NFC pairing, USB-C

Physical

Weight

Approx. 1.3 kg

App

DwarfLab app for iOS and Android, with in-app Stellar Studio processing

In the box

DWARF 3, carry bag, magnetic solar filter, filter pouch, USB-C cable, cleaning cloth

A complete imaging kit, in one small body.

Australian warranty

Full local cover

Ships from Sydney

From local stock

Expert advice

From working astronomers

40+ years

In Australian astronomy

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Vaonis Vespera II Smart Telescope

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$3,499.00

Our Southern skies are simply beautiful - view them live or capture them forever with the Vespera II

PLEASE NOTE

This setup does not include the following

Tripod - Bring your own tripod (3/8" thread).
Bubble level not included.
USB wall charger and cable not included.

The Vespera II is a seamless fusion of a camera and a telescope, condensed in an all-in-one, user-friendly portable device, allowing anyone to connect with the stars.

With Vespera II, you can both conduct live observations and capture stunning photos of the Universe you'll be proud to share.

Explore the cosmos in full colours and crisp details. Spend more time enjoying the night sky, not struggling with complicated set-ups. Whether you start from zero or already are an experienced stargazer, embrace a new stellar adventure.

Pioneering the future of smart telescopes, Vaonis has developed algorithms that harness every photon coming from the deep universe collected by our instruments. Paired with the latest generation sensors, premium optics, and combined with our exclusive live mosaic capture technology, Vespera II images that are out of reach of any other smart telescope.

The region around the Horsehead nebula taken with a Vespera 2 - with no filter used!

Vespera 2 key points

Capture and view the Universe even from the city and suburbs

Most of us live and work in among the light pollution that surrounds the city and suburbs. Thanks to the magic of live image processing, Vespera II grants you access to the deep Universe even within urban environments. With the optional CLS (City Light Suppression) and dual-band filters, go even further, removing light pollution to reveal more details in nebulae.

Share your discoveries with those close by and the rest of the world

Connect up to 10 devices to Vespera II and host star parties with your friends, or enjoy exploration moments with your kids. Project your images onto a large screen TV or share them on social media.

Take the leap into astrophotography

Vespera II saves the results of your observations as a RAW 16-bit image file, allowing you to edit them with your favourite astrophotography processing software and extract the magic from each captured image.

Singularity by Vaonis: your guide to reach the stars

Singularity is your control room, the place where you decide everything. Very intuitive and user-friendly, you can easily access any stellar object of our catalog.

You will get personalized recommendations on what to observe, according to your geolocation and the astronomical calendar, and notes about the secrets of the Cosmos.

Singularity guides you each step of the way on your journey to reach the stars.

Specifications

Aperture	50mm
Focal Length	250mm
Focal ratio/td>	f/5
Lens Design	Apochromatic quadruplet with field corrector
Lens Features	Extra low dispersion Lanthanum glass S-FPL52
Native Field of View	2.5° x 1.4°
Live Mosaic Field of View	max. 4.3° x 2.4° or 3.25° x 3.25°
Sensor Design	Sony IMX 585 (colour)
Image Size with Live Mosaic Mode	max. 24 mega pixels
Sensor Format	11.2 x 6.3 mm
Pixel Size	2.9 µm
Sensor Definition	3840 x 2160 (8.3 mega pixels)
Sampling	2.390 arc sec.
Limiting Magnitude	16
External Battery Connection	Yes
Storage	25Gb
Limiting Magnitude	16
Connector	USB-C
Image Format	Jpeg, FITS, TIFF ( 16 bits RAW image)
Size	48 x 20 x 9 cm
Weight	5kg

Please note the Vespera II does not include a tripod. Some suggestions are:

Optional Vespera 2 accessories include:

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Vaonis Vespera Pro

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$5,499.00

Capture stunning views of the universe straight out of the box

Exploring and capturing nebulae and galaxies doesn't have to be complicated and tedious. With its integrated 12.5-megapixel camera and innovative technologies, Vespera Pro offers an all-in-one solution to provide you access to astrophotography.

Whether you're new to the hobby or a skilled astrophotographer, Vespera Pro has you covered. Capture stunning images right from the start, progress faster, and showcase your expertise.

The M8 Nebula taken with a Vespera Pro

The western part of the Veil Nebula ( NGC6992) captured with Vespera Pro

Ultra-high definition images.

12.5 MP sensor and exclusive Live Panorama mode, Vespera Pro allows you to effortlessly capture ultra-high-definition images of the cosmos in full colors. Zoom in for a closer look at galaxies with mesmerizing details or go wide field to embrace the full beauty of expansive nebulae.

Premium quality optics.

A larger sensor has higher requirements. This is why we have developed a new field corrector which allows to exploit 100% of the potential of the sensor.

LENS: Apochromatic quadruplet refractor

APERTURE: 50 mm

FOCAL LENGTH: 250 mm - F/5

FIELD OF VIEW :1.6° x 1.6°

LIMITING MAGNITUDE: 16

SAMPLING: 1.6 arcsec

A great fit for both beginners and advanced astrophotographers

No expertise required! Vespera Pro simplifies astrophotography with automatic pointing, tracking, and focusing, coupled with advanced image enhancement (referred to as stacking). In just a few minutes, you'll have everything set up and ready to go.

Easy Set up
Automatic pointing and tracking
Live auto-focus
Automatic live stacking

Go expert.

Ready to elevate your astrophotography game? Choose your field of view and framing to capture the perfect shot. Capture calibration frames, customize camera acquisition settings and retrieve 16-bit RAW image files to leverage your skills with your favorite astronomy image processing software

Manual camera settings
RAW files for manual processing
Calibration frames
Observation session programming

At the forefront of the astrophotography revolution with live panorama capture.

With automatic live mosaic capture, you are no longer limited by the physical field of view of the telescope. You can capture a greater variety of celestial objects and explore new ways to compose your images. Go beyond the constraints of traditional astrophotography!

How do the Vespera II and Vespera Pro compare?

SENSOR	Vespera II	Vespera Pro
Sensor Type	Sony IMX 585 (colour)	Sony IMX 676 (colour)
Resolution	3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP)	3536 x 3536 (12.5 MP)
Format	1/1.2"	1/1.6"
Size	11.2 x 6.3 mm	7.0 x 7.0 mm
Pixel Size	2.9 µm	2 µm
TRIPOD	Optional	Included - adjustable
Image and Mosaic Capture
Native image definition	8.3 MP	12.5 MP
Max. image size with COVALENS	24 MP	50 MP
Field of view	2.5°x1.4°	1.6°x1.6°
Field of view with Field of view	4.33°x2.43° or 3.25°x3.25°	4.18°x2.45° or 3.2°x3.2°
Accessories	All optional	Standard including: Hygrometer ( temperature and dew control) Hard case Darks / dust Lens cap Anti-theft system
Storage and Images
Internal Storage	25 Gb	225 Gb
Display format	JPEG 8 Bit	JPEG 8 Bit
Internal stored format	FITS 16 Bit	FITS 16 Bit
Pre-stacked image format	TIFF 16 Bit	TIFF 16 Bit
Power supply
Battery Life	4 hours	11 hours
Connector	USB type C	USB type C

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Vaonis Hestia Solar Pack

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$549.00

Turn your mobile phone into a telescope for observing and photographing the night sky plus safe viewing of the Sun.

Go beyond the power of your phone's camera.

Both Apple iPhone and Android favourites such a Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones have amazing cameras. Even the best of them are limited for distant views however.

The Vaonis Hestia extends your phone's camera with a portable, easy to use package.

Witness the sky's beauty day and night with the Hestia Solar Pack. This advanced kit includes the Hestia device, a hard case, and essential accessories for day observation.

(You will need a standard photographic tripod. If you don't have, the team at BINTEL can assist with various options.)

Harnessing the power of your smartphone and add-on technology, Hestia enables you to capture the Sun, the beauty of the Moon, and the captivating depths of the Universe — without complex setups or extensive knowledge of astronomy.

Make your smartphone a door to the Stars.

Place your smartphone on the holder, choose a celestial object and let yourself be guided to unlock a whole new world of exploration. (Tripod not included.)

Hestia is the best first instrument for beginners or curious people that would love to discover and understand more about what lies above us.

With its patented six-lens optical design featuring a 30 mm (1.2 inch) objective and prisms to collect and focus the light directly into your smartphone's camera sensor, Hestia pushes back the limits of miniaturization.

Hestia and your smartphone combined form a portal that didn't exist before, to help you cross the Universe and witness some of the brightest Galaxies, Nebulae, and Star Clusters and begin your Space journey

Hestia is everything but complex.

Attach Hestia to a tripod and align your smartphone’s main camera with Hestia's phone holder with the help of Gravity by Vaonis. Pick your destination and let the app guide you to find it.  And voilà! You are ready to go and enjoy the beauties of the Cosmos.

Share the night sky with Hestia

The Hestia system lets you share the wonders of sky above our heads on your phone with friends and family, or across the world via Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and more.

Three paths to discovery - Day Mode

Find out what our Star really looks like and monitor its activity.

Night Mode

Ever tried taking photo of the Moon with your phone? With Hestia you can properly see the Moon in its constantly changing wonder, as well as exploring bright nebulae and star clusters

Scenery Mode

Capture distant scenery your iPhone or Android phone without the hassle of using a DSLR and telephoto lens

Navigate the Cosmos with Gravity by Vaonis, Hestia's app.

Our app is designed to assist you on your space adventures, Day and Night, to guide you to the stars with ease, and bring you exciting content. So, buckle up, get cozy, and dive into the cosmos.

Future Proof

Hestia operates without electronics at its core, relying solely on an optical design system.

That means no need for a battery, no risk of power loss, no obsolescence headaches, and definitely, no frustrations! Plus it's water and shock proof - perfect for Australian conditions.

A jewel of design engineered to last.

Available to order

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