DwarfLab DWARF Mini Smart Telescope

An 840 g All-in-One Smart Telescope

The DWARF Mini integrates a telescope, camera, and motorized tracking mount into a single unit weighing just 840 g. This design eliminates the need for heavy, complex equipment, and you can go from unboxing to shooting in 3 minutes. The system is built for portability, making it an ideal companion for backyard sessions, travel to dark-sky sites, and daytime nature viewing.

Control is handled entirely through the DWARFLAB app on your iOS or Android device, connecting via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth 5.0. The app handles target finding, autofocus, GoTo and star tracking for you.

Dual-Camera System with 150 mm Apo Telephoto

The DWARF Mini uses two separate optical systems to streamline the imaging process. The primary telephoto lens features a 30 mm aperture and a 150 mm focal length (f/5), providing a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 1016 mm for detailed views of celestial objects. Its 6 apochromatic optical lenses give sharp, clear images.

Alongside the telephoto lens is a wide-angle camera with a 6.7 mm focal length, which serves two key functions. It provides a broad 50.59° field of view for quick framing and aiming of the telephoto camera, and it can be used independently for capturing wide star fields, the Milky Way, and star trails.

Dual 2.07 MP Sensors with 2.9 µm Pixels

Both the telephoto and wide-angle cameras are built around sensors that produce a 1920 x 1080 (2.07 MP) resolution image. The telephoto system employs a Sony IMX662 sensor, while the wide-angle uses an OmniVision OS02K10. Both are 1/2.8" format, and the IMX662 has 2.9 µm pixels.

The DWARF Mini saves images in multiple formats to suit different workflows. For immediate sharing, you can save JPG and PNG files directly from the app. For advanced work, RAW files can be exported to Photoshop, Siril or PixInsight.

2.45° Telephoto and 50.59° Wide-Angle Views

The 150 mm telephoto lens provides a 2.45° diagonal field of view. For even larger celestial structures or custom compositions, the DWARFLAB app includes an Astro Mosaic function that automates the process of capturing and stitching multiple panels together.

The wide-angle camera offers an expansive 50.59° diagonal field of view. This is essential for quickly locating and centering your deep-sky target before switching to the telephoto view. It also suits the Milky Way and star trails.

Three Built-in Filters for Noise and Contrast Control

The telephoto camera has three built-in filters. This allows you to adapt to different targets and sky conditions without needing external accessories.

• Astro Filter (440-680 nm): It boosts nebula contrast by extending into the infrared.
• Dual-band Filter: This narrowband filter isolates two specific wavelengths at 493 nm (30 nm FWHM) and 656 nm (15 nm FWHM). It is designed to cut moonlight and city glow.
• Dark Filter: A fully opaque filter that auto-captures dark frames to suppress thermal noise.

Automated GoTo, Stacking, and 90 s Exposures

The DWARF Mini automates the entire deep-sky imaging workflow. After a quick setup, you can select a target from the app's built-in star chart, and the telescope will automatically slew to it, focus, and begin tracking. It then captures and stacks a series of sub-exposures.

In its standard Alt-Az mode, the DWARF Mini tracks objects as they move across the sky. For longer exposures, switch to Equatorial Mode: the DWARF mini then tracks the sky accurately, compensating for Earth's rotation, for subframes up to 90 seconds with no trailing.

Deep Sky, Solar System, and Daytime Imaging

While optimized for deep-sky objects, the DWARF Mini is a versatile imaging tool. It images the Moon and, with the included ND filter in place, the Sun; it also handles ISS transits and solar and lunar eclipses. DWARF devices are not primarily designed for planets but can show Jupiter's moons and Saturn's rings.

During the day, DwarfLab pitches it for birdwatching and scenic viewing.

Stellar Studio In-App Editing and RAW Export

The DWARFLAB app includes a built-in post-processing suite called Stellar Studio, allowing you to go from raw data to a shareable image directly on your phone. It automatically corrects star points, removes noise and enhances nebula details, in under 3 seconds. You can also add custom watermarks to your finished images before sharing them.

For those who prefer a more advanced workflow, the DWARF Mini provides full access to the raw data. You can export RAW files to your own software. The app also supports custom dark, bias and flat calibration frames, and frame-by-frame selection before stacking.

Scheduled Shooting and Multi-Night Stacking

The DWARF Mini's automation extends to planning and unattended operation. With appointment shooting you set the time and target and the DWARF mini handles the rest while you sleep.

For the faintest deep-sky objects, total integration time is key. The DWARF Mini supports multi-night stacking, allowing you to combine data captured across several different sessions. It merges exposures from multiple nights into one image.

7000 mAh Battery, 64 GB Storage, and Wi-Fi Control

The DWARF Mini is powered by a built-in 7000 mAh battery, rated by DwarfLab at about 4 hours. Power input is USB-C and the battery supports external USB charging. All images and videos are saved to the 64 GB of built-in storage.

It connects directly to your phone or tablet over Wi-Fi, up to 15 meters in an open environment. It also supports Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC for one-touch connection. The base of the unit features a standard 1/4" mounting thread for attachment to most photo tripods.

840 g Weight and a 2-Year Warranty

Measuring just 100.38 x 183.61 x 60.70 mm and weighing 840 g, the DWARF mini is billed as the world's smallest smart telescope. It can operate in temperatures ranging from -20 to 45°C, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. The package includes the telescope, an ND filter, a USB-C cable and a wipe cloth.

The DWARF mini carries DwarfLab's 2-year warranty.

DWARF Mini vs. DWARF 3: Portability vs. Imaging Power

The DWARF mini is the smaller, lighter model; the DWARF 3 has the larger aperture and higher resolution. The primary trade-off is between the Mini's ultra-light 840 g weight and the DWARF 3's larger aperture and higher resolution sensor.

• Aperture and Sensor: The DWARF Mini has a 30 mm aperture and a 2.07 MP Sony IMX662 sensor. The DWARF 3 steps up to a 35 mm aperture and an 8 MP Sony IMX678 sensor, allowing it to gather more light and capture higher-resolution images.
• Storage: The DWARF Mini comes with 64 GB of built-in storage, while the DWARF 3 has 128 GB.
• Weight and Size: The DWARF Mini's key advantage is its 840 g weight. The DWARF 3 is larger and heavier at 1350 g, so the mini is the easier one to carry.
• Use Case: If your priority is maximum portability, ease of setup, and an accessible entry into smart telescope imaging, the DWARF Mini is the ideal choice. If you are looking for higher resolution for larger prints and the ability to capture finer details in deep-sky objects, the DWARF 3 provides a significant step up in imaging performance.