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50mm
250mm
f/5
Refined field corrector
Sony IMX 585 (color)
3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP)
1/1.2"
2.9 microm
0.44 x 0.24" (11.2 x 6.3mm)
8.3 Mp
24 Mp
2.5 Degree x 1.4 Degree
4.33 Degree x 2.43 Degree
2.39 arcsec/pixel
25 Go
JPEG 8 bits
FITS 16 bits
TIFF 16 bits
Carbon Fiber
3
No
4 hours
USB type C (not included)
Required, Included
Lithium Ion
Non-Universal
1
18.89 x 7.87 x 3.54" (48 x 20 x 9cm)
11.02 lbs (5kg)
Vespera II — X Edition reveals the architecture that makes it the most reliable smart telescope ever built. Its translucent shell showcases precision mechanics, refined optics, and advanced software — the foundation of perfect astrophotography.
Drive System — Worm screw, bronze gear wheel, and spring preload for smooth, temperature-stable tracking.
Structural Backbone — One-piece cast aluminum chassis for shock resistance and lasting alignment.
Balanced Motion — Integrated cast iron counterweight reduces motor strain and vibration.
Safe Handling — Clutch system lets you adjust manually without risk to the drive.
Quadruplet Apochromatic Lens with S-FPL52 glass and integrated field corrector for edge-to-edge sharpness.
Black-Anodized Tube to suppress reflections and maximize contrast.
Smart Thermal Control with built-in dew heater, humidity sensors, and passive cooling around the sensor.
CovalENS — Live mosaic mode up to 24MP ultra-wide panoramas.
PerseverENS — Seamless multi-night stacking for deep-sky details.
LumENS — AI-powered real-time astronomy companion.
+ 6 More Embedded Technologies — Proprietary systems working behind the scenes to deliver the smoothest, most flawless astrophotography experience.
The Vespera II X_Edition showcases the fusion of mechanical precision and optical excellence that makes Vespera range the most reliable smart telescopes on the market.
The Philosophy of the Perfect Image
Why image quality is at the heart of our innovation
For Vaonis, a perfect image is more than a beautiful picture - it is the ultimate proof of engineering mastery.
Every choice in our research and design is driven by one guiding question: how do we capture the night sky with absolute clarity and reliability? This philosophy anchors image quality at the very core of our innovation, transforming technical rigor into trust. And when the stars are rendered with such fidelity, the observer does not just see the cosmos - they feel connected to it. That connection is our true purpose.
With Vespera II - X Edition, we choose to make that work visible. Like a skeleton timepiece, the milky transparent shell doesn't add performance; it reveals the fusion of mechanical precision and optical excellence that has defined Vespera from the beginning - our jewel of French engineering.
Engineering Motion into Precision
From movement to unwavering stability.
Astronomy begins with motion. If the telescope doesn't track perfectly, even the most advanced optics are wasted. That's why Vespera was engineered like a musical instrument, where every component works in harmony. Its internal drive transforms rotation into smooth, precise tracking so that stars remain sharp across hours of observation.
216 Parts
Every component has a role. From gears to sensors, each of the 216 parts is chosen for durability and rigidity, ensuring that the whole system performs with flawless precision.
88 Assembly steps
Carefully orchestrated, the steps turn raw materials into a reliable instrument. Each operation is executed with consistency in our French factory, making sure every telescope delivers the same trusted performance.
50 QC Checks
Nothing is left to chance. With 50 quality control checks throughout production, every X Edition unit is tested and validated to meet the highest standards before reaching your hands.
Transforming Light into Image
Optics perfected to honor the mechanics.
When light becomes image
From the lens to the sensor, every component of Vespera II - X Edition was engineered to give you sharp, clear images across the entire field, while protecting your sessions from dew, noise, and inconsistency.
When flawless mechanics meet cutting-edge optics, the result is harmony: stars that remain sharp, nebulae that reveal their colors, and galaxies etched with detail. Some of these captures are displayed below, each with its technical story.
Intelligence Behind the Image
ENS technologies that elevate every session. Hardware builds precision. Optics refine shapness. But it's software that unlocks the full potential of both.
Vespera II - X Edition integrates Vaonis' proprietary ENS technologies, a suite of advanced features that expand what is possible in astrophotography. From ultra-wide mosaics to multi-night deep sky captures, from real-time focus correction to interactive AI guidance, ENS makes the telescope not only precise, but truly intelligent. With these innovations, your images reach a level of depth, detail, and reliability that no other smart telescope can match.
CovalENS - Mosaic mode, infinite wider horizons
Capture entire nebulae and galaxies at resolutions up to 24 MP, beyond the native sensor.
LumENS - Your real-time astro companion
The Al companion that answers questions, guides exploration, and enriches every observing session.
PerseverENS - Depth, one night at a time
Combine exposures over multiple nights, building ultra-deep images of faint cosmic structures.
AcutENS - Focus that never drifts
Continuous real-time focus correction compensates for temperature shifts and mechanical drift.
Vespera II - X Edition Revealed
Precision, now made visible.
All the choices, all the refinements, culminate here. Vespera II - X Edition celebrates our philosophy by revealing the architecture that makes perfect images possible. With its milky transparent shell, this unique, limited collector's edition embodies trust, precision, and beauty. It is the most reliable smart telescope range ever made - and now, for the first time, you can see why.
Built-in Hygrometer
Monitors humidity and temperature levels to protect your optics and ensure reliable performance under any sky.
Hard Case
A rugged protective case designed for safe transport and storage, keeping your instrument secure wherever you go.
Carbon High Tripod
Lightweight yet ultra-strong, offering maximum stability while remaining easy to carry for field sessions.
Vespera II - X Edition is more than a telescope - it is the most reliable, transparent expression of our pursuit of the perfect image. Limited to 150 numbered units, each crafted and tested in France, it combines premium mechanics, top-tier optics, and intelligent software into a collector's instrument that reveals the sky in ways no other smart telescope can.