Comparison
Vespera 3 vs Vespera Pro 2
Vespera 3 has the wider field (2.5° × 1.4° vs 1.6° × 1.6°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Vespera Pro 2 shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Vespera 3 frames 7 well and Vespera Pro 2 7.
- Wider field: Vespera 3.
- Lower official price: Vespera 3 (€2,490).
- Lighter: Vespera 3 (5 kg).
| Spec | Vespera 3 | Vespera Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal length | 245 mm | 245 mm |
| Native field of view | 2.5° × 1.4° | 1.6° × 1.6° |
| Targets framed well | 7 / 20 | 7 / 20 |
| Weight | 5 kg | 5 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Yes | Yes |
| Official price | €2,490 | €2,990 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Vespera 3. Dashed blue: Vespera Pro 2.
Where they differ
| Target | Vespera 3 | Vespera Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| M13 Hercules Cluster | fits well | small in the frame |
| M8 Lagoon Nebula | larger than the frame | fits well |
Where to buy the Vespera 3
Where to buy the Vespera Pro 2
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Vespera 3 or the Vespera Pro 2?
- The Vespera 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 Vespera 3, at an official price of €2,490.
- Which is lighter?
- The Vespera 3, at about 5 kg.