ZWO Smart Telescope AP 30/160 Seestar S30 Pro Total Solar Eclipse Edition (92292)

ZWO Seestar S30 Pro Smart Telescope – Total Solar Eclipse Edition (92292)

The ZWO Seestar S30 Pro Total Solar Eclipse Edition is a strictly limited collector's version of the popular Seestar S30 Pro smart telescope. Created to commemorate the total solar eclipse visible across Europe on 12 August 2026, this exclusive edition combines the advanced technology of the Seestar Pro with a distinctive commemorative design inspired by one of astronomy's most spectacular natural events.

Finished in an elegant black color scheme with premium gold graphics depicting Baily's Beads and the Diamond Ring effect, this edition celebrates the unforgettable moments immediately before totality. Every telescope carries its own unique serial number, making each unit an authentic collector's piece.

While visually distinctive, the Total Solar Eclipse Edition retains all of the advanced capabilities of the standard Seestar S30 Pro, delivering fully automated astrophotography, solar imaging, nature observation, and smart telescope operation through the Seestar mobile app.

Key features

• Limited Total Solar Eclipse Edition.

• Individually numbered collector's telescope.

• Exclusive black finish with gold commemorative graphics.

• Fully automatic smart telescope.

• 30 mm apochromatic quadruplet refractor.

• 160 mm focal length.

• Fast f/5.3 optical system.

• Dual-camera imaging system.

• Sony IMX585 primary imaging sensor.

• Sony IMX586 ultra-wide secondary camera.

• Fully automatic GoTo and tracking.

• Automatic alignment and autofocus.

• Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.

• Integrated 6000 mAh rechargeable battery.

• 128 GB internal storage.

• Solar filters included.

Exclusive Total Solar Eclipse Edition

Created specifically to commemorate the total solar eclipse of 12 August 2026, this special edition features:

• Elegant matte black finish.

• Gold artwork representing Baily's Beads.

• Gold Diamond Ring eclipse motif.

• Individually assigned serial number.

• Exclusive collector's identity.

When connected to the Seestar mobile application, the telescope automatically activates a dedicated Total Solar Eclipse Edition user interface, providing a unique software experience matching the exclusive hardware design.

Fully automatic smart telescope

The Seestar S30 Pro combines telescope, astronomical camera, computerized mount, and image processing into one compact instrument.

Using built-in sensors, star maps, and your smartphone's GPS, the telescope automatically:

• Aligns itself with the night sky.

• Performs calibration.

• Focuses automatically.

• Locates celestial objects.

• Tracks selected targets.

No previous astronomy experience is required, making astrophotography accessible to beginners while providing advanced functionality for experienced users.

Premium quadruplet optics

The telescope features a high-quality apochromatic quadruplet optical design that delivers sharp, high-contrast images while minimizing chromatic aberration.

Additional features include:

• Multi-coated optics.

• Integrated field correction.

• Built-in dew heater.

• Excellent color correction.

• Bright, sharp stars across the image.

An integrated dual-band filter suppresses unwanted artificial light, improving performance when imaging emission nebulae from urban environments.

Advanced astrophotography

The Seestar S30 Pro automates virtually every stage of astronomical imaging.

Features include:

• Automatic object acquisition.

• Automatic tracking.

• Automatic focusing.

• Image stacking.

• Noise reduction.

• Image enhancement.

• Style adjustments directly within the app.

Captured images can be saved as:

• JPEG.

• FITS.

Videos can be exported in:

• MP4.

• AVI.

The integrated 128 GB internal memory provides ample storage for both images and videos.

"Tonight's Best" intelligent target selection

Finding celestial objects is simple.

The Seestar app recommends the most suitable astronomical targets visible on a given night.

Simply choose an object from the catalog and the telescope automatically:

• Slews to the target.

• Centers it.

• Begins tracking.

• Starts image acquisition.

The database contains more than 4,000 celestial objects, including detailed information for each target.

Dual-camera imaging system

The Seestar S30 Pro incorporates two independent imaging systems.

Primary astronomy camera

• Sony IMX585 color sensor.

• 1/1.2-inch sensor.

• 4.6° field of view.

• Premium quadruplet optics.

• Integrated dew heater.

This camera is optimized for astrophotography of galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and other deep-sky objects.

Ultra-wide secondary camera

The Pro version adds a second camera based on the Sony IMX586 color sensor.

This wide-angle camera offers:

• Approximately 63° field of view.

• Landscape photography.

• Nightscape imaging.

• Milky Way photography.

• Nature photography.

It enables the telescope to capture both deep-sky images and wide panoramic scenes using a single compact device.

Milky Way panorama mode

Dedicated Milky Way mode allows the telescope to create:

• Wide-field Milky Way panoramas.

• Star trail photographs.

• Mosaic images.

The improved stitching engine automatically combines multiple 4K images into detailed 8K panoramic composites.

Astronomical photometry

Unlike the standard version, the Seestar S30 Pro supports calibrated photometric measurements, making it suitable for:

• Variable star observations.

• Scientific monitoring.

• Potential nova discovery projects.

Solar observation

The included magnetic solar filter allows safe observation and photography of the Sun.

Once installed, the telescope can capture:

• Sunspots.

• Solar surface activity.

Solar observation must always be performed using the supplied certified solar filter.

Nature observation

Beyond astronomy, the Seestar S30 Pro performs exceptionally well for terrestrial imaging.

It can be used for:

• Wildlife photography.

• Landscape photography.

• Long-distance observation.

• Nightscape photography.

Mount and tracking

The telescope is supplied with a compact azimuth mount and tripod.

The built-in GoTo system provides:

• Automatic object location.

• Automatic tracking.

• Wi-Fi control.

• Smartphone operation.

With optional accessories, the telescope can also be configured for equatorial operation, allowing longer astronomical exposures.

Power supply

The integrated 6000 mAh rechargeable battery provides approximately 6 hours of operation under typical conditions.

Power can also be supplied externally via the USB-C port using a compatible power bank.

Who is it for?

The Seestar S30 Pro is ideal for users who:

• Want outstanding astrophotography with minimal setup.

• Prefer automated imaging over manual telescope operation.

• Have limited travel space.

• Want high-quality astronomical images without advanced image processing.

• Enjoy both astronomy and nature photography.

Included accessories

• Seestar S30 Pro Smart Telescope.

• Tripod.

• USB-C cable.

• Quick start guide and user manual.

• Carrying case.

• Magnetic solar filter.

Technical specifications

Optical system

• Optical design:

  • Smart apochromatic refractor.

• Objective design:

  • Quadruplet.

• Aperture:

  • 30 mm.

• Focal length:

  • 160 mm.

• Focal ratio:

  • f/5.3.

• Resolving power:

  • 4.60 arcseconds.

• Tube construction:

  • Full tube.

Mount

• Mount type:

  • Motorized alt-azimuth.

• GoTo:

  • Yes.

• Tracking motors:

  • Yes.

Power

• Power input:

  • DC 5 V / 3 A via USB-C.

• Integrated rechargeable battery:

  • 6000 mAh.

• Battery life:

  • Approximately 6 hours.

GoTo system

• Alignment:

  • Fully automatic.

• Wi-Fi:

  • Yes.

• Object database:

  • More than 4,000 objects.

• GPS:

  • Via smartphone.

• Remote control:

  • Yes.

• Interface language:

  • English.

Tripod

• Included:

  • Yes.

• Maximum height:

  • 4 cm (manufacturer specification).

Included equipment

• Solar filter:

  • Yes.

• Carrying case:

  • Yes.

• Integrated dew heater:

  • Yes.

General

• Product series:

  • Seestar.

• Color:

  • Black.

• Total weight:

  • 1.8 kg.

• Dimensions:

  • 140 × 80 × 210 mm.

Recommended applications

• Automatic astrophotography:

  • Excellent.

• Nebulae and galaxies:

  • Yes.

• Moon and planets:

  • Limited.

• Nature observation:

  • Yes.

• Solar observation:

  • Yes (only with the supplied certified solar filter).

Recommended user level

• Beginners:

  • Yes.

• Advanced users:

  • Yes.

• Permanent observatories:

  • No.