Vespera II or Vespera Pro : Why choosing a Vaonis smart telescope.
16 Dec. 2025
The Vaonis experience.
Vaonis is dedicated to designing high-end smart telescopes with no compromise on quality or ease of use, helping everyone, beginner to expert, capture the universe through an unparalleled experience.
The Vespera range is built to deliver top astrophotography performance in a smart telescope, with simplicity and portability at its core.
Vespera lineup in a nutshell
The best smart astrophotography platform
Powerful and hassle-free. Vespera empowers ambitious projects that other smart telescopes can’t match, thanks to advanced features and premium engineering.
A 585 mega pixel mega mosaic of the whole Cygnus nebular complexe captured with Vespera. Credit : Nathanael Martin.
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The Vespera range advanced features
Whether you choose Vespera II or Vespera Pro, you benefit from premium and exclusive features for a uniquely smooth, high-end experience.
The most effective mosaic mode on the market
A mosaic of the Lagoon and Trifid Nebulae captured with Vespera Pro.
Exclusive multi-night capture
High-quality astrophotography requires long exposures, often spread over several nights. That’s where Vespera truly shines.
The Elephant Trunk Nebula. 21 hours of data captured over 8 nights. Credit : Frederic Courteix.
Mechanical precision & durability
Vespera is built with premium materials and precision engineering—made to travel, last, and perform.
Pin-point stars all across the field of view !
Vespera Pro at the summit of Mont Blanc, France. Credit : Eric Coursier
Vespera II
Accessible high performance
The most affordable model in the lineup, ideal for starting (or leveling up) your astrophotography journey without compromising on quality.
Versatility
Equipped with the Sony IMX585 8.3-megapixel sensor, known for excellent sensitivity, great for assisted observation and astrophotography.
All core smart telescope features
Auto-pointing and tracking, autofocus, live stacking, mosaic mode up to 24 megapixels, and observation scheduling, everything you expect, ready out of the box.
Vespera Pro
The highest definition sensor ever in a smart telescope
A 12.5-megapixel sensor delivering up to 50-megapixel mosaic images, the highest resolution of any smart telescope. Perfect for large nebulae and fine galactic details.
Fully equipped for demanding users
Up to 11 hours of autonomy, 225 GB internal storage, integrated temperature & humidity sensors, and a protective hard carrying case, standard.
Exclusive Pro features
Live image calibration with universal dark frame, plus a dedicated image-processing engine that improves real-time rendering (color balance and background uniformity).
Comparison chart
Quick spec and feature overview to help you decide.
| Feature | Vespera II | Vespera Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 8.3 MP | 12.5 MP |
| Mosaic mode | Up to 24 MP | Up to 50 MP |
| Multi-night capture | ||
| Observation scheduling | ||
| Auto-pointing and tracking | ||
| Live stacking | ||
| Live autofocus | ||
| Storage | 25 GB | 225 GB |
| Autonomy | 4h | 11h |
| Anti-dew system | Option | Standard |
| Live image calibration | — | |
| Enhanced image processing | — | |
| Hard case | — |
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The core of the Heart Nebula captured with Vespera II X_edition
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The Collector’s Smart Telescope
A limited edition of just 150 units worldwide, 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.
Precision Engineering
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Drive System — Worm screw, bronze gear wheel, and spring preload for smooth, temperature-stable tracking.
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Structural Backbone — One-piece cast aluminum chassis for shock resistance and lasting alignment.
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Balanced Motion — Integrated cast iron counterweight reduces motor strain and vibration.
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Safe Handling — Clutch system lets you adjust manually without risk to the drive.
Optical Excellence
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Quadruplet Apochromatic Lens with S-FPL52 glass and integrated field corrector for edge-to-edge sharpness.
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Black-Anodized Tube to suppress reflections and maximize contrast.
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Smart Thermal Control with built-in dew heater, humidity sensors, and passive cooling around the sensor.
Advanced Software (ENS Technologies)
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CovalENS — Live mosaic mode up to 24MP ultra-wide panoramas.
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PerseverENS — Seamless multi-night stacking for deep-sky details.
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LumENS — AI-powered real-time astronomy companion.
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+ 6 More Embedded Technologies — Proprietary systems working behind the scenes to deliver the smoothest, most flawless astrophotography experience.
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What's in the box
- Vespera II - X Edition
- Built-in Hygrometer
- High-Carbon Tripod
- Rugged hard case
€2.790
Key Features and Technology
1. High-Resolution Imaging:
Vespera Pro leverages CovalENS technology, allowing image resolutions up to 50 megapixels, capturing intricate details of celestial objects like never before.
2. Precision Optics:
Equipped with a quadruplet apochromatic lens, Vespera Pro ensures sharp, vibrant, and color-accurate images by eliminating chromatic aberration.
3. Built-In Dew Sensor:
The integrated dew sensor automatically activates the dew heater, protecting the optics from moisture and ensuring uninterrupted sessions in varying conditions.
4. Enhanced Imaging Technology:
Exclusive to the Vespera Pro, BalENS technology dramatically improves image quality by enhancing weaker signals and reducing noise, ensuring clearer and smoother astrophotography. It also provides accurate color balance and a uniform sky background, making images more vivid and natural.
5. Expert Mode:
Elevate your astrophotography by customizing your field of view, framing, and camera settings. Capture calibration frames and retrieve 16-bit RAW files for advanced image processing with your preferred software.
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What's in the box
- Adjustable tripod with a built-in bubble level
- Hygrometer sensor (built-in)
- Lens cap
- Antitheft system
- Transportation hard case
