SUMMARY
The ZWO Seestar S50 Pro builds on the original smart telescope concept, integrating a larger 8.3MP sensor and a second wide-angle camera for versatile night-sky and landscape imaging. It retains automated setup features like plate solving and auto-aligning, while adding an optional EQ mount for longer exposures. Despite its increased size and weight, the S50 Pro offers significantly more imaging power, though its $999 price point places it in competition with modular equipment.
TAKEAWAYS
The S50 Pro features a larger 8.3MP sensor and a second wide-angle camera for enhanced imaging.
It retains automated astrophotography setup while offering an optional EQ mount for longer exposures.
The smart telescope's higher price of $999 positions it against modular astrophotography gear.
Dual-camera functionality allows for both deep-sky and wide-field night-sky photography.