Two veersions available - Standard version - £1349

SHO version £1499

Dwarf Draco 90mm f/3.8 Smart Telescope Standard Version

Deliveries are not anticipated to start until November or December and will initially be available in limited quantities.

Draco – high-performance smart telescope for astrophotography and stargazing

At the heart of the Draco smart telescope lies a high-performance catadioptric optical system with a 90-millimetre aperture. The comparatively large aperture enables high light-gathering power and high resolution – ideal conditions for observation and photographing deep-sky objects, as well as the Moon and Planets.

Sensor and Guiding

The 90 mm optical system projects the light onto a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, which captures astronomical subjects sharply and in great detail. The integrated guidescope enables precise tracking and single exposures of up to 300 seconds. The images are stored on the generously sized 128 GB internal memory.

Connectivity and Power

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC are available for wireless data transfer. Via Wi-Fi, data can be transferred over a distance of up to 15 metres at up to 30 MB/s. Alternatively, images can be transferred to a compatible device via the USB-C interface. The USB-C port is also used to charge the built-in battery, which has a capacity of 77 Wh (10,000 mAh / 7.7 V). The battery capacity allows for approximately five hours of operation.

Cooling

An integrated sensor cooling system reduces thermal noise, thereby improving the conditions for high-quality astrophotography, particularly during longer exposure times. The heat generated in the process is specifically utilised to regulate the optics' temperature and prevent the front lens from fogging up on cold or damp nights.

With an IP56 protection rating, Draco is designed for use in a range of weather and environmental conditions. The housing is protected against dust and water, making it suitable for outdoor mobile use.

Wide Angle Camera

An additional 1/1.8-inch wide-angle camera expands the smart telescope’s functionality. It assists with orientation in the sky and selecting the desired frame, whilst also enabling images of large areas of the sky, such as the Milky Way. The telephoto and wide-angle cameras can be used simultaneously, allowing both the wider surroundings and the actual subject to be captured.

Image Composition

For additional creative possibilities, the CMOS sensor can be physically rotated. This allows the image format to be flexibly adapted to the subject, which is particularly advantageous for vertical or diagonal compositions.

Shooting Modes

In addition to classic Alt-Az operation, the Draco also supports an EQ mode. This enables longer and more precise tracking, thereby expanding the possibilities for deep-sky photography.

The Draco’s range of applications extends from deep-sky imaging and photography of the Moon and planets, through Milky Way images, to star-trail, time-lapse, and panoramic photography. The smart telescope thus combines high-performance astronomical optics with automated tracking, integrated image processing and versatile imaging functions.

The Draco Smart Telescope is available in two versions:

The standard version of the DWARFLAB Smart Telescope MC 90/340 Draco includes an astronomy filter, a dark-frame filter, an integrated ND solar filter (OD=5), and a dual narrow-band filter (Hα+OIII, half-width 13±3 nm).

The SHO version DWARFLAB Smart Telescope MC 90/340 Draco SHO offers an astronomy filter, a dark-frame filter, an external ND solar filter (OD=5), a dual narrowband filter Hα+OIII (half-width 13±3 nm) and a dual narrowband filter SII+OIII (half-width 13±3 nm). This version, therefore, allows imaging using the so-called Hubble palette.

The standard version is the right choice for the vast majority of users, whilst the SHO version is a particular treat for astrophotography specialists.

Draco Highlights

• Fully automatic camera system for astronomy, landscape and wildlife photography
• Catadioptric optics: Compact and stable in alignment
• Sensor (telephoto): OV50Q40, Sensor (wide-angle): OV50E40
• Dual-camera system: telephoto and wide-angle
• Includes tripod and mount

FEATURES

• 90mm Large Aperture - A larger aperture gathers more light, helping reveal fainter deep-sky details with greater clarity
• 1/1.3-Inch Telephoto Camera - The flagship telephoto camera captures more image information, making lunar, planetary, and deep-sky subjects look sharper and more detailed.
• Built-in Guide Scope + 300-Second Single-Frame Exposures - Built-in guiding helps Draco track more steadily, while long single-frame exposures give faint stars and deep-sky detail time to build up.
• CMOS Cooling for Lower Noise + Automatic Lens Dew Prevention - Cooling reduces thermal noise at the source, and reused sensor heat helps keep the lens clear in cold or humid nights.
• 5.5 kg Body - The integrated 5.5 kg body makes a professional astronomy system much easier to carry and transport into the field.
• 5-Hour Battery Life - Long battery life supports a full night of imaging without constant worry about power.
• IP56-Rated Protection - IP56 protection helps Draco stay reliable outdoors, even in dusty conditions or brief rain exposure.
• 1/1.55-Inch Wide-Angle Camera - The wide-angle camera helps with target finding, sky framing, and large-scale scenes like the Milky Way.
• 1/1.3-Inch Telephoto Camera - The telephoto camera is designed to bring distant celestial subjects closer and capture finer detail.
• Simultaneous Dual-Lens Capture - Wide-angle and telephoto can work together, so you can capture the broader sky and the main subject at the same time.
• -20°C to 45°C Operating Range - Draco is built to perform across a wide range of real outdoor conditions, from cold winter nights to summer heat.
• Rotating CMOS - Physical CMOS rotation gives you more freedom in framing and makes vertical or diagonal compositions much easier.
• Free-Angle Composition - You can compose the shot the way you want, instead of being limited by the device’s position.
• Accessories - Draco is equipped with a standard aluminium‑alloy tripod. Platform, connectors, and legs are made of aluminium alloy for high support strength and light weight. TPR foot pads enhance ground friction and placement stability.
• Version Differences - Standard Edition: built-in solar filter for solar imaging - SHO Edition: external magnetic solar filter for solar imaging; Hubble‑colour imaging system (SHO)

Additional Information

Choosing Draco

What is Draco, and who is it for? Draco is a portable, all-in-one smart observatory designed for deep-sky imaging and multi-scenario astronomy. It combines a 90 mm aperture, 340 mm focal length, fast f/3.8 optics, 300-second exposures, a built-in guide scope, physical CMOS field rotation correction, dual cameras, and an automated app workflow in a 5.5 kg body. It also supports EQ Mode for more stable tracking and deeper imaging. Draco is suitable for beginners who want a simpler workflow and for advanced users who want Pro Mode and FITS/TIFF export.

How is Draco different from DWARF 3 and DWARF mini? DWARF mini is the most compact option and is aimed at simple entry-level use. DWARF 3 is a portable multi-scenario telescope for deep-sky and wide-angle imaging. Draco is the performance-focused step up, with a larger aperture, faster optics, longer single-frame exposures, built-in guiding, field rotation correction, EQ Mode, and a more observatory-like imaging workflow.

Standard Edition vs SHO Edition? The Draco is available in two versions. The Standard Edition is the general-purpose model and includes a built-in solar filter for solar imaging. The SHO Edition is the nebula-focused version and uses an external magnetic filter system for SHO imaging and composite output.

Can Draco replace a traditional telescope? Draco brings together target finding, tracking, guiding, field-rotation correction, capture, stacking, and mobile processing into a single integrated system. It simplifies workflows that would normally require multiple pieces of a conventional astrophotography rig. Because it does not have an eyepiece for live visual observation, it is best viewed as a powerful imaging-focused complement to a traditional telescope.

Imaging Capability

What can Draco capture? Draco supports deep-sky, Solar System, Milky Way, star-trail, time-lapse, panorama, and automatic-tracking scenarios. It is designed for galaxies, nebulae, clusters, the Sun, the Moon, and planets, as well as wider sky compositions and landscape-style imaging.

Can both cameras shoot at the same time? Yes. Draco can record telephoto and wide-angle views in the same session, giving users both the target detail and the wider scene.

Can Draco capture deep-sky objects from a city? Yes. Bright clusters, brighter nebulae, the Moon, and the Sun are suitable targets from a city. Fainter objects, such as galaxies and dust structures, will benefit from darker skies.

Can Draco photograph the Milky Way? Yes. The wide-angle camera and Milky Way mode support Milky Way imaging, while final results will depend on sky conditions, moon phase, cloud cover, and total capture time.

Can Draco image the Sun safely? Yes, using the approved solar workflow. The Standard Edition uses the built-in solar filter, while the SHO Edition uses the external magnetic filter system as configured. Users should always follow the in-app safety flow and never point Draco at the Sun outside the approved workflow.

Can Draco capture the Moon and planets? Yes. Draco supports lunar and planetary imaging with high-resolution output from the main camera.

Can Draco create star trails, time-lapse videos, panoramas, or tracking shots? Yes. Draco supports star trails, time-lapse video, panorama, and automatic tracking.

Will my images look the same as the sample images? Image quality varies with sky brightness, cloud cover, moon phase, target altitude, seeing, total capture time, stability, focus, and processing choices. Sample images show what Draco can achieve under specific conditions, but results will vary.