Comparison
DWARF 3 vs Vespera II
DWARF 3 has the wider field (2.93° × 1.65° vs 2.5° × 1.4°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Vespera II shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, DWARF 3 frames 7 well and Vespera II 7.
- Wider field: DWARF 3.
- Lower official price: DWARF 3 ($549).
- Lighter: DWARF 3 (1.35 kg).
- Larger aperture: Vespera II (50 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | DWARF 3 | Vespera II |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 35 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal length | 150 mm | 250 mm |
| Native field of view | 2.93° × 1.65° | 2.5° × 1.4° |
| Targets framed well | 7 / 20 | 7 / 20 |
| Weight | 1.35 kg | 5 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Yes | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Yes |
| Official price | $549 | $1,590 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: DWARF 3. Dashed blue: Vespera II.
Where they differ
| Target | DWARF 3 | Vespera II |
|---|---|---|
| M13 Hercules Cluster | small in the frame | fits well |
| M8 Lagoon Nebula | fits well | larger than the frame |
Where to buy the DWARF 3
Where to buy the Vespera II
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the DWARF 3 or the Vespera II?
- The DWARF 3, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- Both frame 7 of our 20 popular targets well.
- Which is cheaper?
- The DWARF 3, at an official price of $549.
- Which is lighter?
- The DWARF 3, at about 1.35 kg.