Vaonis VESPERA AP 50/200

Description

Operating at a fast f/4.0 focal ratio with a 200mm focal length, the Vaonis VESPERA AP 50/200 is an ultra-compact apochromatic quadruplet smart exploration station refractor optical tube assembly. Sized with an unobstructed 50mm (1.97 in) clear aperture, this instrument delivers a 2.99 arcseconds spatial resolution and reaches magnitude 16.0 via autonomous multi-frame live stacking, gathering photons across wide-field Milky Way structures, open star clusters, and extended nebula complexes.

The optical system features an apochromatic quadruplet design combining an air-spaced extra-low dispersion doublet objective with an integrated two-element lanthanum field flattener, treated with broadband fully multi-coated (FMC) layers and an unobstructed 0% central profile. Built inside a motorized monolithic chassis measuring 400mm by 200mm by 90mm when folded, the assembly houses an internal sealed sensor chamber containing a Sony Starvis IMX462 color CMOS sensor (1/2.8-inch format, 2 MP native, 1920×1080 resolution, expandable to 8.2 MP via CovalENS). Supported by a motorized dual-axis alt-azimuth tracking mount with star field recognition, integrated Wi-Fi, an 8-hour built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and an electronic autofocus motor, this 5.00 kg (11.02 lbs) smart station covers a native 3.2 degree by 1.8 degree field of view.

Key Features of Vaonis VESPERA AP 50/200

Engineered for ultimate portability and automated wide-field astro-imaging, this 50mm quadruplet refractor incorporates autonomous star-field recognition and automated electronic autofocus. Its CovalENS mosaic imaging technology, compact aluminum tripod, and integrated 8-hour battery deliver a complete observation station that fits into standard daypacks.

• 50mm (1.97 in) clear aperture with 200mm focal length and fast f/4.0 optical speed
• Apochromatic quadruplet design with air-spaced ED doublet and rear 2-element lanthanum flattener
• Integrated Sony Starvis IMX462 color CMOS sensor with native 1080p and 8.2 MP CovalENS mosaic output
• Fully multi-coated broad-band anti-reflection coatings with an unobstructed 0% central profile
• Motorized dual-axis Alt-Azimuth computerized tracking mount with automatic plate solving
• Fully automated internal electronic autofocus motor adjusting for nocturnal temperature shifts
• Native 3.2° x 1.8° wide-field view expandable up to 16.4° via automated CovalENS panorama mode
• Compact aluminum tripod, leveling bubble ring, magnetic USB cable, and wall charger included

Quadruplet ED Apochromat & CovalENS Mosaic Technology

The four-element optical layout pairs an extra-low dispersion doublet with rare-earth lanthanum correctors to deliver flat, color-pure focal planes across the IMX462 sensor without separate accessories. The proprietary CovalENS algorithm drives the motorized mount in micro-steps during exposure sequences, automatically stitching multi-panel panoramas up to 8.2 megapixels and 16.4 degrees wide.

Fully Automated Autofocus & Star Field Recognition

Setup is managed by onboard star field recognition algorithms that orient the telescope upon deployment without user star alignment. An internal electronic autofocus motor measures star sharpness continuously to maintain critical focal positioning throughout nocturnal observing runs, while the 5.00 kg monolithic chassis runs up to 8 hours on internal battery power.

• Patented CovalENS live mosaic technology for capturing wide-angle celestial panoramas automatically
• Fully automated internal electronic autofocus motor maintaining critical focus through temperature changes
• Integrated 8-hour rechargeable lithium-ion battery and magnetic charging connector for field reliability

Vaonis VESPERA Exploration Station Warranty

The Vaonis VESPERA AP 50/200 is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the VESPERA Smart Station, compact aluminum tripod, leveling bubble ring, magnetic USB charging cable, and a wall adapter.