Dwarf III Smart Telescope

Description

A Compact, App-Controlled Telescope for the Night Sky and Beyond

The DWARF 3 from DwarfLab represents a major leap forward in compact astrophotography. Combining a telescope, tracking mount, camera, and advanced imaging software in one portable device, it allows beginners and seasoned observers alike to capture deep-sky objects, the Moon, the Sun, and wide-field nightscapes with remarkable ease. Building on the foundation of the DWARF II, this new version brings improved optics, a more capable sensor, enhanced app features, and smarter tracking—pushing the boundaries of what a small automated telescope can deliver.

Refined Optics for Sharper Images

At the core of the DWARF 3 is a redesigned 35 mm apochromatic telephoto objective built with extra-low dispersion elements and high-transmission coatings. This combination helps suppress chromatic fringing and boosts contrast, producing cleaner, more natural-looking images. Alongside it is an improved wide-angle lens engineered specifically for astrophotography, enabling beautiful time-lapse sequences, starry landscapes, and panoramic mosaics. Both lenses can be used for day and night photography and support magnetic solar filters included in the package.

Advanced Sensor Performance

The telescope uses Sony’s IMX678 Starvis 2 CMOS sensor—a modern, highly sensitive chip known for low noise and excellent dynamic range. Its performance shines when imaging faint nebulae or galaxies, where short exposures still bring out impressive detail. The sensor’s crop factor increases the telephoto lens’s effective focal length to around 737 mm, ideal for medium to large deep-sky targets as well as lunar and solar imaging.

Built-In Filters for Any Situation

DWARF 3 features an internal filter system offering three selectable options depending on your imaging style. A broadband astro filter boosts clarity on star clusters and galaxies, a dual-band filter improves contrast on emission nebulae by isolating O III and H-alpha wavelengths, and a daylight filter provides natural color for terrestrial photography. The telescope also includes solar filters for both lenses, making safe solar observation possible straight out of the box.

Smarter App, Smoother Workflow

Controlled entirely through the DWARFLAB app on iOS or Android, the DWARF 3 offers an intuitive, streamlined experience. Users can choose between imaging modes such as Astro, Video, Burst, Timelapse, and Gigapixel Panorama. Focusing can be done automatically or set to infinity for quick setup. The expanded database lets you select thousands of celestial objects, while live sky-condition data helps plan better sessions. Real-time stacking, adjustable exposure settings, gain control, and optional AI enhancements make it easy to get clean final images—with no previous astrophotography experience required.

Dual Tracking Modes, Including Equatorial Operation

One of the most significant upgrades is the ability to operate in equatorial mode through app-based polar alignment. In addition to the standard alt-az tracking, the single-axis equatorial mode helps reduce field rotation and improves the precision of long exposures, offering a more stable imaging platform for deep-sky work.

Portable, Durable, and Ready to Travel

Despite its powerful feature set, the DWARF 3 remains impressively compact. Its rugged housing, built-in rechargeable battery, and IP54-rated weather protection allow you to bring it anywhere—from your backyard to camping trips or dark-sky sites. The telescope’s lightweight design makes it ideal for users who want serious astrophotography capabilities without heavy mounts or multiple accessories.

A Complete Smart Imaging Solution

With its upgraded optics, sensitive sensor, automated tracking, advanced app functions, and fully integrated filter system, the DWARF 3 stands out as one of the most capable ultra-portable smart telescopes available today. Whether you are beginning your astrophotography journey or looking for a grab-and-go companion to your main setup, the DWARF 3 offers a uniquely powerful and user-friendly experience.