VAONIS Hestia Télescope intelligent Essential

The VAONIS Hestia Essential is an ultra-portable, smart refractor telescope designed for beginner to intermediate astrophotographers and observers. It transforms your smartphone into a powerful astronomical instrument, allowing you to capture stunning images of the Sun, Moon, and deep-sky objects with ease. The Hestia Essential combines a high-quality apochromatic triplet lens with intelligent software, making astronomy accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Advantages

Compact and lightweight design for ultimate portability; easy setup with no tools required; uses your smartphone's camera for high-resolution imaging; includes a solar filter for safe solar observation; intuitive Vaonis Gravity app for control and image processing; apochromatic triplet lens delivers sharp, color-corrected views.

Suitable for

• Beginner astronomers and astrophotographers
• Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts
• Educators and students
• Anyone wanting to explore the night sky with a smartphone

Key specifications

• Optical Design: Refractor
• Aperture: 30 mm
• Focal Length: 250 mm
• Focal Ratio: f/8.3
• Lens Type: Apochromatic Triplet
• Magnification: Smartphone dependent (up to 25x optical equivalent)
• Smartphone Compatibility: iOS & Android (most modern smartphones)
• Mounting Interface: Standard 1/4"-20 tripod thread
• Included Filter: Solar Filter
• Control App: Vaonis Gravity App
• Observation Targets: Sun, Moon, Deep Sky Objects
• Body Material: Aluminum
• Optical Coatings: Multi-coated
• Field of View: Wide-field
• Power Source: Passive (no internal power required)
• Astrophotography Features: Live stacking, image processing via app
• Included Accessories: Smartphone holder, Solar filter, Tripod adapter
• Portability: Ultra-compact and lightweight

Recommendations

The VAONIS Hestia Essential is perfect for those starting their astrophotography journey. Its simplicity and smartphone integration make it a unique and rewarding tool for capturing celestial wonders. Pair it with a sturdy tripod for best results.