Seestar S50 smart telescope from ZWO

Sunday, April 21, 2024

The Seestar S50 is an intelligent entry-level telescope that allows users to photograph deep space objects. It features integrated technology for automatic tracking and image enhancement but is not suited for advanced astrophotography due to its compact design.

Introducing the Seestar S50, a revolutionary compact all-in-one smart telescope that combines multiple astronomical tools into a lightweight, 2.5kg package. This device integrates a telescope, electrical focuser, astronomical camera, ASIAIR, altazimuth mount, dew heater, and filter wheel, redefining convenience in astronomical observation.

Seestar S50 smart telescope from ZWO

The Seestar S50 features cutting-edge triplet apochromatic optics for clear, low-noise images, enhancing your viewing experience. It’s equipped with built-in Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, allowing reliable, dual-mode connectivity. Moreover, its duo-band light pollution filters significantly reduce the impact of urban light and moonlight, ensuring better quality captures.

Additionally, the Seestar S50 supports dual photography modes—scenery and stargazing—which include options for deep sky, solar, and lunar imaging. This smart telescope also offers live stacking image enhancement, letting users see more detailed and colorful astronomical phenomena as they photograph. With its low power consumption and capability to be recharged via a power bank, the Seestar S50 provides extended stargazing sessions, making it an ideal choice for both novices and seasoned astronomers.

Compact design and advanced optics

The Seestar S50 integrates essential astronomical tools into a single compact unit weighing just 2.5kg. This all-in-one smart telescope includes a telescope, electrical focuser, astronomical camera, ASIAIR, altazimuth mount, dew heater, and filter wheel. It's equipped with triplet apochromatic optics for clean, low-noise images and features built-in Bluetooth/Wi-Fi for reliable connectivity. Additionally, it includes duo-band light pollution filters and a solar filter to enhance image quality in various lighting conditions.

Photography modes and power efficiency

The Seestar S50 supports dual photography modes for both landscape and celestial imaging, including deep sky, solar, and lunar photography. It utilizes live stacking to enhance image clarity and detail. The telescope is designed for low power consumption and can be recharged via a mobile power bank. It also features full-automatic target finding and tracking capabilities, enabling easy access to celestial objects through its smart control system, which includes a mobile app and voice-guided progress updates.