VESPERA
I've seen a different price for Vespera advertised!
There are a few scams around advertising Vespera at a very very small price! We have already reported these websites. Vaonis.com is the only website where Vespera is currently available to pre-order. Be careful!
will Vespera come with a bubble level platform?
Yes. Vespera will include a bubble level platform.
What are Vespera's full specs?
Weight 5 kg (11lbs) Height 40cm (15 in) Width 20 cm (8 in) Depth 9 cm (3.5 in) Battery life 4 hours Aperture 50 mm Focal length 200 mm Resolution 1920 x 1080 (2MP) Lens Apochromatic Quadruplet Lens special features Extra low dispersion S-FPL52 ...
Can any add on accessories be added to Vespera's shipment?
We will send our Kickstarter backers a list of accessories they will be able to buy prior to Vespera's shipment in order to minimize the shipping costs and have the lowest ecological impact as possible.
Can we replace Vespera built-in battery?
Our original design does not include replacement of the built-in battery since the user will be able to connect as many external batteries as desired. However, following the numerous messages received at the launch of the Kickstarter campaign, we are ...
What type of battery will have Vespera?
Vespera will have an integrated battery. However, it will be possible to connect external batteries to enjoy long nights of observation!
Can Vespera use the new mosaic mode?
Yes. Vespera will be able to take pictures for the mosaic mode.
In which currency will I be charged for Vespera's order?
You will be charged in American dollars ($US) or Euros (EUR). For any other currency, the final amount charged will be depending on the day's exchange rate. Please note bank fees may apply for payment in a different currency than your bank account.
How can I cancel my pledge on Kickstarter?
A pledge can only be canceled while a project's funding period is still live. To cancel a pledge: 1. Visit the project page 2. Click the "Manage your pledge" button 3. From there you can click the "Cancel Pledge" link located next to the "Change your ...
Can we use any other manufacturer's filter on Vespera?
No it will not be possible to use existing filters, as Vespera will adapt its image processing and object suggestions, based on filters that will be used, by detecting the type of filter. Moreover, a full-aperture filter involves specific ...
How Vespera compensate for the lack of field derotator?
Vespera realizes unitary exposures of 10s. This is enough so that the field rotation is not visible on the raw images. Thus, the field rotation is compensated when stacking the images. Thanks to our image processing algorithms that take into account ...
Can I do solar observations with Vespera?
Yes, a solar filter (ND - Neutral Density) will be available as an accessory.
What is the magnification of Vespera?
The notion of magnification does not really apply with Vespera because the instrument is not equipped with an eyepiece. However, we have calculated its magnification to be equivalent to 33X.
What are the minimum/maximum temperatures in which Vespera can operate?
Vespera is designed to be used between -10° and 40° Celcius. Below -10°C the instrument will still be able to operate without risk of damage, but : - The quality of the tracking can be affected, resulting in defects of fineness and roundness in the ...
I already own the tall tripod for my full-size Stellina. Will that tripod work on Vespera?
Yes, this is a standard universal size, so it will also fit Vespera (3/8" screw).
50mm! Better buy a pair of binoculars!
Binoculars are great for live visual observation. Vespera is different: it is an instrument for taking pictures. Vespera offers features that do not exist for binoculars: automated pointing and tracking for exemple. The level of detail observed will ...
Watch on a screen: The live magic is gone!
We offer a different experience, use and probably for a different target: people who would like to observe the sky, but don't have the time or the desire to go into laborious steps, who would also like to share this moment with other people (amateur ...
What does Vespera means?
Vespera means twilight in latin.
Do you offer payment in installments?
The transaction is carried out directly on the Kickstarter platform, which does not offer payment in installments.
When is my card charged?
If the project is fully funded, your card will be charged on the campaign deadline. If the project is not fully funded, your card will not be charged. If a transaction for a project you support appears on your statement before the end of the ...
Which payment methods are accepted on Kickstarter?
You can use a Visa, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, UnionPay or American Express credit or debit card. Currently, Discover, UnionPay and JCB cards are only accepted for projects based in the United States. Maestro and Visa Electron cards are not accepted. ...
Where can I find the specifics of the sensor used (pixel size, sensor size ...)?
You can find all the details of the Starvis range on the Sony website : https://www.sony-semicon.co.jp/e/products/IS/security/product.html The sensor used in Vespera is the IMX462.
What is the sensor used in Vespera?
This is a Sony Starvis CMOS sensor of the latest generation that offers excellent performance in terms of noise and sensitivity in low light.
What is the difference with Stellina?
To understand the differences between Vespera and Stellina, we invite you to read this blog post: https://vaonis.com/stellina-vs-vespera
Do you offer delivery outside the stated countries?
Pre-orders on Kickstarter are mainly available for the countries listed. If you need Vespera to be shipped outside of the listed countries, please contact us at info@vaonis.com for further details.
Is there a multi user mode on Vespera?
Yes, it is possible to connect up to 5 mobile devices simultaneously on Vespera. One of them will be considered as administrator and the others will be able to view the photographs taken with the instrument.
Does Vespera track the star?
Yes, Vespera integrates automatic tracking (GoTo) which allows to follow the movement of the star according to the movement of the Earth.
How long is the product warranty period?
The product benefits from a 2-year warranty (Europe and rest of the world) against hidden defects. This guarantee excludes misuse, lack of maintenance or protection etc.
What will happen in the event of a breakdown/breakage?
Vespera being a brand new product, it may have youthful defects. In case of proven defects, failure or breakage, we invite you to contact our support department at support@vaonis.com. After a diagnosis with one of our technicians, your product will ...
If Vespera is smaller than Stellina, do I lose quality?
Vespera's aperture and resolution are indeed smaller than Stellina's but you'd be amazed to see what you can get with a 50mm apochromatic quadruplet! Just have a look at the results of the RedCat refractor, whose refractor alone (no frame, tripod or ...
$1000, it's expensive! I can do better for less.
Vespera, in addition to being the most compact smart telescope in the world, is also the most accessible astrophotography set up on the market. It integrates: high quality optics (refractor with apochromatic quadruplet), an excellent sensor (Sony ...
How many items are in the catalog?
Vespera and Stellina will offer the same object catalog (currently more than 200 objects). New objects are added with each update and a suggestion form is available in the app. The objects that are not listed are accessible via the pointing by ...
Can Vespera track satellites or the ISS?
It is unlikely that we will offer this functionality due to the technical constraints inherent to the speed of movement of satellites which require a perfectly regular tracking at high speed. Indeed, the movement of the satellites (and the ISS) in ...
Can Vespera acquire dark, flat and offset files?
No. Calibration images are entirely managed by our algorithms which, thanks to the combination of internal files and advanced defect clean-up algorithms, allow us to extract the quintessence of the signal without the need for additional shots.
Will coordinate pointing be available in Vespera?
Yes, this feature will be available through Vespera. The coordinates used are those of the J2000 reference frame (right ascension and declination) and are accessible on sites such as Wikipedia or Stellarium.
Will the observation of comets and asteroids be possible with Vespera?
The feature will be first possible in manual pointing (coordinates), then in the catalog of pre-configured objects.
An aperture of 50mm is very small. Why this choice?
You'd be amazed what you can get with a 50mm apochromatic quadruplet! Just look at the results of the RedCat bezel, which alone (no frame, tripod or on-board computer) costs $750. https://astrobackyard.com/william-optics-redcat-51/ The most important ...
Are you going to offer a Vespera version with a larger aperture?
No, this is not currently planned.
Are Stellina's images better than those obtained with Vespera?
Stellina has a larger optic aperture and a larger sensor than Vespera. Both instruments deliver images of exceptional quality with a very high level of detail, but Stellina collects more information and offers a better resolution. We will share ...
Is Stellina more powerful than Vespera?
Stellina has a larger aperture and focal length than Vespera. It integrates in addition to Vespera a light pollution filter, an anti-fog system, a field rotator, a USB port for raw file recovery, ... It also offers a better resolution. For people ...
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