Seestar S30 Pro: Compact astrophotography for beginners
The Seestar S30 Pro is a compact smart telescope that makes astrophotography accessible to beginners and amateur astronomers – without complicated setups or lengthy alignment. Many fail with traditional equipment due to cable clutter, software issues, and cold nights; here, everything is automated via a smartphone app.
Important characteristics
The device weighs only 1.65 kg and measures 210 x 140 x 80 mm, making it easy to fit into a backpack. It combines a 30 mm telephoto lens (f/5.3, 160 mm focal length) with a Sony IMX585 sensor (8.3 MP, 4K) for deep-sky photography and a wide-angle lens (IMX586, 63° field of view) for Milky Way panoramas. Integrated filters (UV/IR cut, OIII/Hα light protection, dark field) and anti-dew heating ensure clear images even in light-polluted conditions. With 128 GB of storage, a 6000 mAh battery (up to 6 hours of runtime), and connectivity via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB-C, it's easily controlled via the app.
Practical advantages
You choose from over 80,000 deep-sky objects, and the telescope automatically slews to them, tracks them, and stacks images – often delivering finished results as JPEG or FITS files in minutes. Plan mode lets it run overnight, so you wake up to photos without having to stay up. During the day, it tracks birds or landscapes, and modes like Star Trails or 8K Panoramas further expand its capabilities.
Who is it suitable for?
This gadget is ideal for city dwellers with balconies or campers who want quick results without professional knowledge. Beginners benefit from the alt-az mounting with an equatorial option (via an accessory), while advanced users will appreciate ASCOM support for advanced software. The price is approximately $599 USD.
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