Comparison
Seestar S50 vs Atlas Single
Atlas Single has the wider field (1.78° × 1° vs 1.29° × 0.73°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Seestar S50 shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Seestar S50 frames 9 well and Atlas Single 6.
- Wider field: Atlas Single.
- Price: listed in different currencies ($549 vs €3,990); compare in your own market.
- Larger aperture: Atlas Single (80 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | Seestar S50 | Atlas Single |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 50 mm | 80 mm |
| Focal length | 250 mm | 360 mm |
| Native field of view | 1.29° × 0.73° | 1.78° × 1° |
| Targets framed well | 9 / 20 | 6 / 20 |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | – |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Yes |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Yes |
| Official price | $549 | €3,990 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Seestar S50. Dashed blue: Atlas Single.
Where they differ
| Target | Seestar S50 | Atlas Single |
|---|---|---|
| M51 Whirlpool Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
| M82 Cigar Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
| M17 Omega Nebula | larger than the frame | fits well |
| M64 Black Eye Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
| M104 Sombrero Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
Where to buy the Seestar S50
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Where to buy the Atlas Single
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Seestar S50 or the Atlas Single?
- The Atlas Single, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The Seestar S50 (9 of 20, against 6).