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  • ZWO ASI462MM Planetary Camera Without DDR3 memoryZWO-ASI462MM-W/ODDR
    $249.00
  • ZWO ASI120MM Mini Monochrome CMOS CameraZWO-ASI120MINI
    $149.00
    ★★★★★36 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI6200MM Pro Cooled Monochrome CameraZWO-ASI6200MM-P
    $3,799.00
    ★★★★★3 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI183MM Pro Cooled Monochrome CMOS Astrophotography CameraZWO-ASI183MM-PRO
    $999.00
    ★★★★★12 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI174MM Monochrome Planetary Imaging CameraZWO-ASI174MM
    $499.00
    ★★★★★3 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI1600MM Pro 1.25" CMOS Camera KitZWO-ASI1600MMP-K1
    $1,799.00
    ★★★★★6 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI1600MM Pro CMOS Camera KitZWO-ASI1600MMP-K3
    $1,999.00
    ★★★★★7 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI 294MM Pro Cooled Mono Astrophotography CameraZWO-ASI294MM-P
    $1,280.00
    ★★★★★3 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI 1600 Pro Mini Monochrome Cooled CMOS Telescope Camera KitZWO-ASI1600MMP-M1
    $1,480.00
    ★★★★★4 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI991MM Pro Cooled CameraZWO-ASI991MM-P
    $9,800.00
  • ZWO ASI1600MM Monochrome CMOS CameraZWO-ASI1600MM
    $999.00
  • ZWO ASI183MM Monochrome CMOS Telescope CameraZWO-ASI183MM
    $699.00
    ★★★★★1 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI6200MM Pro Cooled Monochrome Camera Imaging Package - ZWO-ASI6200MMP-K1ZWO-ASI6200MMP-K1
    $4,596.00
    ★★★★★10 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI6200MM Pro Cooled Monochrome Camera Advanced Package - ZWO-ASI6200MMP-K2ZWO-ASI6200MMP-K2
    $4,845.00
    ★★★★★10 review(s)
  • ZWO ASI432MM USB 3.0 Mono Astronomy CameraZWO-ASI432MM
    $599.00
  • ZWO ASI461MM Pro Cooled CameraZWO-ASI461MM-P
    $14,800.00
  • ZWO ASI533MM Monochrome CameraZWO-ASI533MM
    $799.00
  • ZWO ASI294MM Monochrome CMOS Telescope CameraZWO-ASI294MM
    $999.00
  • ZWO ASI220MM Mini USB2.0 Mono Guide CameraZWO-ASI220MINI
    $299.00
  • ZWO ASI 1600 Pro Mini Monochrome Cooled CMOS Telescope Camera Kit 3.0ZWO-ASI1600MMP-M3
    $1,599.00
  • ZWO ASI 1600 Pro Mini Monochrome Cooled CMOS Telescope Camera Kit 4.0ZWO-ASI1600MMP-M4
    $1,639.00
  • ZWO ASI 1600 Pro Mini Monochrome Cooled CMOS Telescope Camera Kit 2.0ZWO-ASI1600MMP-M2
    $1,499.00

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Monochrome cameras from ZWO offer some of the most sensitive CMOS sensors on the amateur astronomy market today. When you choose a ZWO monochrome camera, don't forget to add filters and a filter wheel to your setup. Which size filters and filter drawer you need can depend on which camera you use, but if you choose the 2" size, you can future-proof your setup in case you decide to upgrade your camera in the future. If you need help deciding on which camera, filters, or filter wheel is right for you, our helpful Sales team is always ready to assist you.




FAQs

Still have questions? We have answers.

Color vs. Monochrome cameras for astronomy, which is better?

While there are a lot of pros and cons to which is better, one of the biggest benefits monochrome cameras offer is their ability to capture pure data providing more detailed images when compared to color cameras. This in turn means higher resolution and increased apparent sharpness from a monochrome camera.

Color cameras, on the other hand, can produce color images right out of the box, and do not require expensive filter sets and filter wheels to do so. They will have slightly lower resolution and light-gathering ability, but can still produce stunning astrophotography images.

For this reason, if you're a beginner or have a lower budget, we recommend going with a color astronomy camera. If you're more advanced with deep sky imaging and have a higher budget, go with a monochrome camera with a filter wheel and filters.

What kind of pictures can I take with cooled monochrome astronomy cameras?

Cooled astronomy cameras, whether they're color or monochrome, are excellent for capturing deep sky objects beyond our solar system. This includes galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and much more. If your primary goal is to take pictures of planets and other objects within the solar system like the sun, moon, or satellites, you should look into ZWO's collection of planetary cameras instead.

How do astrophotographers get color in their monochrome images?

Filter wheels are used in combination with monochrome cameras to create colorful images and using astronomy post-processing software. You can use RGB (red, green, and blue) filters for true color images, or narrowband SII, Ha, and OIII for false color but closer to the "Hubble palette" (SHO) look.