Comparison
Seestar S50 Pro vs DWARF 3
DWARF 3 has the wider field (2.93° × 1.65° vs 2.45° × 1.38°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Seestar S50 Pro shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Seestar S50 Pro frames 7 well and DWARF 3 7.
- Wider field: DWARF 3.
- Lower official price: DWARF 3 ($549).
- Larger aperture: Seestar S50 Pro (50 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | Seestar S50 Pro | DWARF 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 50 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal length | 260 mm | 150 mm |
| Native field of view | 2.45° × 1.38° | 2.93° × 1.65° |
| Targets framed well | 7 / 20 | 7 / 20 |
| Weight | – | 1.35 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Yes | Yes |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $999 | $549 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Seestar S50 Pro. Dashed blue: DWARF 3.
Where they differ
| Target | Seestar S50 Pro | DWARF 3 |
|---|---|---|
| M13 Hercules Cluster | fits well | small in the frame |
| M8 Lagoon Nebula | larger than the frame | fits well |
Where to buy the Seestar S50 Pro
Where to buy the DWARF 3
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Seestar S50 Pro or the DWARF 3?
- 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.