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Dwarf 2 vs eVscope 2: Side-By-Side Comparison

Compare the Dwarflab DWARF II vs Unistellar eVscope 2 to understand the pros and cons of each and decide which is right for you.

By Anthony Robinson · Published Feb 14, 2024 · Updated Aug 1, 2024

Dwarf 2 vs eVscope 2: 10 Second Summary

  • The Unistellar eVscope 2 is one of the premier smart telescopes on the market and is one of the few models that features an eyepiece for real-time viewing.
  • It has some of the highest key specifications of any smart telescope, the user experience is seamless, and with it you can take part in Citizen Astronomy initiatives.
  • However, it is heavier, less portable and significantly more expensive than the Dwarf 2.
  • The Dwarf 2 is smaller and lighter than the eVscope 2, and much cheaper.
  • On the downside, the key specifications are lower, it lacks the eyepiece, and the user experience is not as slick.

Why choose the Dwarf 2 over the Unistellar eVscope 2?

The Dwarf 2 is a compact, budget smart telescope from Chinese manufacturer Dwarflab that was released in 2023:

Why choose the Unistellar eVscope 2 over the Dwarf 2?

The Unistellar eVscope 2 is a premium smart telescope from French manufacturer Unistellar that was released in 2022:


Telescope Specifications

The Dwarf II has 24mm (1 inch) aperture, 100mm focal length, f/4.2 focal ratio, and 3.2° × 1.6° field of view.

The Unistellar eVscope 2 has 114mm (4.5 inch) aperture, 450mm focal length, f/3.9 focal ratio, and 0.57° x 0.76° field of view.

Camera Specifications

The Dwarf II has a 8MP resolution camera of 3840 x 2160 size using a Sony IMX415 sensor and a pixel size of 1.45μm.

The Unistellar eVscope 2 has a 7.7MP resolution camera of 3200 x 2400 size using a Sony IMX347 sensor and a pixel size of 2.9μm.

Size and Weight

The Dwarf II weighs 1.2kg (2.6 lb) and has dimensions of 20 x 6 x 13 ((H x W x L in cm).

The Unistellar eVscope 2 weighs 8.9kg (19.8 lb) and has dimensions of 23 x 19 x 65 ((H x W x L in cm).

Price and Value for Money

The Dwarf II costs $459, and the Unistellar eVscope 2 costs $4,899.

Note, these may vary so check the links to compare retailers if thinking about buying.

Specifications

Dwarflab DWARF II Unistellar eVscope 2
Year 2023 2022
Aperture 24mm (1 inch) 114mm (4.5 inch)
Focal Length 100mm 450mm
Focal Ratio f/4.2 f/3.9
Limiting Magnitude 9.6 12.98
OTA type Refractor Reflector
Eyepiece No Yes
Field of View 3.2° × 1.6° 0.57° x 0.76°
Resolution 8MP 7.7MP
Sensor Size 3840 x 2160 3200 x 2400
Sensor Sony IMX415 Sony IMX347
Pixel Size 1.45μm 2.9μm
Image Formats TIFF, FITS FITS, TIFF, PNG, JPEG
Mosaic Mode No No
Size (H x W x L) cm 20 x 6 x 13 23 x 19 x 65
Weight 1.2kg (2.6 lb) 8.9kg (19.8 lb)
Mount Included Included
Tripod Included Included
Battery Life 3 hrs 9 hrs
Internal Storage 64GB 64GB
Dew Control Built-in None
Retail Price* $459 $4,899
*Price may be subject to change, so please use the links on this page to check at various retailers

eVscope 2 vs Dwarf 2: Verdict

The Dwarf 2 and eVscope 2 should appeal to quite different audiences based on the large difference in price.

The Dwarf 2 is right for you if you want:

  1. An inexpensive option as a first smart telescope
  2. The most portable option to easily move around with and store conveniently at home
  3. Both of these

The eVscope 2 is right for you if you:

  1. Want the very best smart telescope on the market
  2. Want a model with a viewing eyepiece
  3. Have the money to pay for it

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