{"product_id":"vaonis-vespera-pro-ii-smart-telescope","title":"Vaonis Vespera Pro II Smart Telescope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.5 MP Sony IMX 676 Square Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm Aperture, 245mm Focal Length (f\/4.9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 MP CovalENS Mosaic Mode with 4.18° x 2.45° Max FOV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11-Hour Integrated Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e225 GB Internal Storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Manual Control with 16-bit FITS\/TIFF Export\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVaonis Vespera Pro II Smart Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vaonis Vespera Pro II Smart Telescope integrates a 12.5 MP Sony IMX 676 square sensor with 50mm f\/4.9 lanthanum glass optics to deliver the highest native resolution of any smart telescope. With 2 µm pixels capturing fine detail and an 11-hour battery life powering all-night sessions, the Vespera Pro II is built for astrophotographers. Onboard 225 GB of storage holds complex multi-night projects, while the CovalENS mosaic mode expands the imaging canvas to a massive 50 MP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 12.5 MP Sony IMX 676: Highest Native Resolution in a Smart Telescope\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the Vespera Pro II is the Sony IMX 676 sensor, delivering a native 3536 x 3536 pixel image. This 12.5 MP, 1:1 square format sensor uses small 2 µm pixels to achieve a fine detail resolution of 1.6 arcseconds per pixel, ideal for resolving structure in galaxies and planetary nebulae. The 50mm f\/4.9 optical system uses S-FPL52 lanthanum glass and a refined field corrector, ensuring sharp stars across its native 1.6° x 1.6° field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCovalENS Mosaics: A 50 MP, 4.18° Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the native field is generous, the Vespera Pro II's CovalENS technology automates the creation of enormous mosaics. The system expands the final image definition to 50 MP and the field of view to a panoramic 4.18° x 2.45°. This allows you to capture vast targets like the entire Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the sprawling nebulosity of the Cygnus Loop in a single, high-resolution composition without manual framing adjustments between panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Manual Control: 16-bit FITS and TIFF for Advanced Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike fully automated smart telescopes, the Vespera Pro II gives you direct control over your imaging parameters. You can manually set exposure time and gain, capture calibration frames, and export your data as raw 16-bit FITS or pre-stacked 16-bit TIFF files. This workflow is designed for serious imagers who use post-processing software like PixInsight or Siril to achieve the deepest, most detailed results from their data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineered for All-Night Imaging: 11-Hour Battery and 225 GB Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vespera Pro II is built for endurance. Its 11-hour internal battery is sufficient for a full dusk-to-dawn session without external power packs. With 225 GB of internal storage, you have ample space for multi-night mosaic projects, with 30 multi-night slots for projects resumed over several nights. An integrated hygrometer sensor automatically activates an anti-fog system, ensuring the optics remain clear even as temperatures drop and humidity rises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVespera Pro II vs. Other Smart Telescopes: The Astrophotographer's Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many smart telescopes prioritize simplicity, the Vespera Pro II is engineered for control and data quality. Entry-level systems often lock users into a \"black box\" of JPEG outputs and automated processing. The Pro II breaks this mold by providing 16-bit RAW data export and full manual control, treating the telescope as a serious data acquisition tool, not just a viewing device. Its combination of the high-resolution 12.5 MP sensor and expansive 50 MP mosaic capability is aimed squarely at the experienced astrophotographer who demands more from a portable setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Vespera Pro II's 12.5 MP square sensor benefit astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e12.5 MP Sony IMX 676\u003c\/strong\u003e sensor in the Vespera Pro II provides a \u003cstrong\u003e3536 x 3536 pixel\u003c\/strong\u003e native resolution, the highest available in a smart telescope. Its 1:1 square format is highly efficient for framing both round objects like globular clusters and square-aspect targets like the Pelican Nebula (IC 5070) without wasting pixels on empty space, a common issue with rectangular sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat can I image with the Vespera Pro II's 50 MP CovalENS mosaic mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CovalENS mosaic mode expands the field of view to \u003cstrong\u003e4.18° x 2.45°\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to capture enormous celestial objects in a single \u003cstrong\u003e50 MP\u003c\/strong\u003e image. This is ideal for targets that are too large for most telescope fields, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe entire Andromeda Galaxy (M31) and its satellite galaxies M32 and M110.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full expanse of the North American Nebula (NGC 7000) and Pelican Nebula (IC 5070).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide star fields in the Milky Way, like the region around Sadr in Cygnus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I process Vespera Pro II images in PixInsight or Siril?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. The Vespera Pro II is designed for this workflow. It can save individual sub-exposures as \u003cstrong\u003e16-bit FITS files\u003c\/strong\u003e and pre-stacked images as \u003cstrong\u003e16-bit TIFF files\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides the high dynamic range and raw data needed for advanced calibration, stacking, and processing in dedicated astrophotography software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Vespera Pro II handle dew during a long imaging session?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vespera Pro II comes with an \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated hygrometer sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e. This sensor monitors ambient temperature and humidity in real-time and automatically activates the integrated anti-fog system. This prevents dew from forming, ensuring your images stay sharp throughout an entire \u003cstrong\u003e11-hour\u003c\/strong\u003e session, even in cold or damp conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Vespera Pro II's 11-hour battery enough for a full night of imaging from a dark site?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003e11-hour battery life\u003c\/strong\u003e takes you from dusk to dawn without a power bank. This allows you to set up at a remote dark site and capture data for an entire night without needing to connect an external power bank, ensuring your multi-night mosaic projects are not interrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the JPEG, FITS, and TIFF files the Vespera Pro II saves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vespera Pro II offers three file formats for different purposes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJPEG (8-bit):\u003c\/strong\u003e A compressed format for quick viewing and sharing on a mobile device. It has limited data for serious editing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFITS (16-bit):\u003c\/strong\u003e The raw, unedited data from each individual exposure. This is the format used by astrophotographers for manual calibration and stacking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTIFF (16-bit):\u003c\/strong\u003e A 16-bit format of the pre-stacked image. It contains much more data than a JPEG and is ideal for post-processing in software like Photoshop or PixInsight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e245 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLanthanum glass S-FPL52 with refined field corrector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/1.6\" Sony IMX 676 Color CMOS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3536 x 3536 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