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Dwarf 3 : Another limitation

Leave a Comment / Blog / bernardhny / November 28, 2025

Discover the critical limitation of using multiple Dwarf 3 smart telescopes simultaneously. While DwarfLab’s innovative device revolutionized portable astrophotography, owners attempting to run dual devices face a frustrating workflow bottleneck: no dark frame sharing, no unified data stacking, and no coordinated multi-device operation. Learn why the Dwarf 3’s software architecture treats multiple units as isolated silos rather than a coordinated imaging array, forcing users back into manual file management that defeats the device’s core value proposition. Plus, why the new Dwarf Mini solves the wrong problem while serious astrophotographers wait for enhanced multi-scope functionality that should already exist.

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C5 Galaxy

Leave a Comment / Blog / bernardhny / November 2, 2025

The Mighty C5 Hidden Galaxy There are a few deep sky bucket list items that I can’t wait to capture. One of them is a the Hidden Galaxy, also know as Caldwell 5 or IC 342. Why is it called the Hidden Galaxy? It is in a bad position in the cosmos. It is super close to the galactic equator of the Milky Way. This means in order for us to view it, you have to peer through dense clouds of dust, gas, and stars in our own galaxy’s disk. Better yet, to take an image of it requires you to have high gain, and very long exposures. I have seen successful images at 90s/80G/1800 count. That is 45 hours

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dwarf3 Filters

1 Comment / Blog / bernardhny / October 30, 2025

The Dwarf 3 by DwarfLabs is a compact smart telescope, nearly self-contained with the addition of a tripod. It features three built-in filters for various uses: a VIS filter for daytime photography, an Astro filter for astronomy, and a Dual-Band filter for emission nebulae. Filters switch automatically via an app.

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EQ Alignment of the Dwarf 3

Leave a Comment / Blog / bernardhny / October 12, 2025

EQ alignment with the Dwarf 3 allows for longer exposure astrophotography, especially at 30 seconds or longer. To set it up, position the Dwarf 3 vertically on a stable tripod, align it southward, adjust to your latitude, and select EQ mode on your device. Follow the instructions to perfect your alignment for successful imaging.

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