Comparison
DWARF mini vs Seestar S50 Pro
Seestar S50 Pro has the wider field (2.45° × 1.38° vs 2.13° × 1.2°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; DWARF mini shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, DWARF mini frames 6 well and Seestar S50 Pro 7.
- Wider field: Seestar S50 Pro.
- Lower official price: DWARF mini ($419).
- Larger aperture: Seestar S50 Pro (50 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | DWARF mini | Seestar S50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 30 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal length | – | 260 mm |
| Native field of view | 2.13° × 1.2° | 2.45° × 1.38° |
| Targets framed well | 6 / 20 | 7 / 20 |
| Weight | 0.84 kg | – |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Yes |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $419 | $999 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: DWARF mini. Dashed blue: Seestar S50 Pro.
Where they differ
| Target | DWARF mini | Seestar S50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| M33 Triangulum Galaxy | larger than the frame | fits well |
Where to buy the DWARF mini
Where to buy the Seestar S50 Pro
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the DWARF mini or the Seestar S50 Pro?
- The Seestar S50 Pro, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The Seestar S50 Pro (7 of 20, against 6).
- Which is cheaper?
- The DWARF mini, at an official price of $419.