Vaonis VE50-II Vespera II Exploration Station with Fully Automated Telescope
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The Vaonis Vespera II is the next evolution of the smart telescope Vespera, the perfect combination of a telescope and camera, making it incredibly easy to explore and observe the night sky anywhere in the world. Smart, fully automated, and ultra-light, Vespera II makes your night sky experience much easier and more collaborative. You can capture crisp details of the wonders of the Universe delivered directly to your mobile device, learn more about the Cosmos, and share your discoveries with family and friends all in one place. The Vespera II camera comes with 50mm aperture, 250mm focal length, 8.3Mp resolution (up to 32Mp with CovalENS), and 4 hours autonomy.
Catch the Stars in the Wild
Vespera II is so light you can bring it anywhere with you and experience the universe in the wild.
One Button Away from the Cosmos
It has never been easier to connect with the stars. Just click the button, and let yourself dive into the universe.
Together is Better
Share the night sky with your loved ones with a redesigned experience of observation. No eyepiece but one super user-friendly app to reach the stars.
The Birth of a Star
Become astrophotographers and take your pictures of the universe. Witness in real time the birth of a star with the staking process of the Vaonis mobile app.
Focus on the Moment
Dont waste your time installing everything. Just set up the tripod using the adjustable legs, and press the button. Let Vespera II come to life and calibrate itself through the Vaonis Star Field Recognition Technology. You can now spend more time enjoying the beauties of the Cosmos.
Pointing and Tracking
Vespera II integrates Go-to Technology and automatically tracks any stellar object, compensating for the Earth’s rotation.
Water Resistant
Vespera II is water resistant and automatically switches off when it’s raining.
Autofocus
Vaonis is the only one in the world to integrate an auto-focus feature on an astronomical object. No need to do it manually anymore.
Auto-Initialization
Vespera II uses your mobile’s GPS, star pattern recognition, and astrometry to calibrate itself. Set up your device and get it ready automatically in less than 5 minutes.
Together is Better
Connect up to 5 devices simultaneously and create an unforgettable moment of connection with the Universe for all your loved ones.
Singularity, One Guide to Reach the Stars
Vaonis designed a truly unique app to guide you each step of the way on your space journey. Operating on every device, Singularity is your control room, the place where you decide everything. Very intuitive and user-friendly, you can easily access any stellar object in the catalog. You will receive personalized recommendations on what to observe according to your geolocation, and get notes about the secrets of the Universe.
ITAR Compliance: Export of this product outside of the United States of America is not allowed and is controlled by the US Department of State.
Optics
| Aperture | 50 mm |
| Focal Length | 250 mm |
| F/D | 5 |
| Extra Feature | Refined field corrector |
Sensor
| Sensor Type | Sony IMX 585 (color) |
| Definition | 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP) |
| Format | 1/1.2 inches |
| Size | 11.2 x 6.3 mm |
| Pixel Size | 2.9 micrometers |
Characteristics of Images and Live Mosaic Capture
| Native Image Definition | 8.3 Mp |
| Max. Definition with CovalENS | 24 Mp |
| Native Field of View | 2.5 x 1.4 degrees |
| Max. FOV with CovalENS | 4.33 x 2.43 degrees |
| Detail Resolution | 2.39 arcsec/pixel |
Storage and Image Format
| Internal Storage | 25 Go |
| Display Format | JPEG 8 bits |
| Unit Images Format | FITS 16 bits |
| Pre-stacked Images Format | TIFF 16 bits |
Power Supply
| Battery Life | 4 hours |
| External Connector | USB type C (not included) |
Size and Weight
| Dimensions | 48 x 20 x 9 cm |
| Weight | 5 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.









