Comparison
Seestar S50 vs Odyssey
Seestar S50 has the wider field (1.29° × 0.73° vs 0.75° × 0.56°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Odyssey shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Seestar S50 frames 9 well and Odyssey 11.
- Wider field: Seestar S50.
- Lower official price: Seestar S50 ($549).
- Lighter: Seestar S50 (2.5 kg).
- Larger aperture: Odyssey (85 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | Seestar S50 | Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 50 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal length | 250 mm | 320 mm |
| Native field of view | 1.29° × 0.73° | 0.75° × 0.56° |
| Targets framed well | 9 / 20 | 11 / 20 |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 4 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $549 | $2,599 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Seestar S50. Dashed blue: Odyssey.
Where they differ
| Target | Seestar S50 | Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| M27 Dumbbell Nebula | small in the frame | fits well |
| M16 Eagle Nebula | small in the frame | fits well |
Where to buy the Seestar S50
Where to buy the Odyssey
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Seestar S50 or the Odyssey?
- The Seestar S50, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The Odyssey (11 of 20, against 9).
- Which is cheaper?
- The Seestar S50, at an official price of $549.
- Which is lighter?
- The Seestar S50, at about 2.5 kg.