ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Telescope Camera
- Supports planetary as well as some deep-sky imaging.
- Resolution: 1304 x 976 at up to 64 fps (at 12-bit ADC) or 150 fps (at 10-bit ADC).
- Maximum exposure time of 1000 seconds!
- Autoguider port.
- Extremely low read noise (1.5 e at 60 Gain).
- High Sensitivity, especially in the IR range.
- Full aluminum housing with a standard 2-inch interface.
- M42x0.75 internal thread.
- Includes 1.25-inch T-adapter.
ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Telescope Camera
The ZWO ASI224MC Color Astronomy Camera houses a one-third inch 1.2 megapixel Sony IMX224 imaging sensor with Exmor and NIR technology. This relatively small sensor has a very low read noise of 1.5 e at 60 Gain and 3.1 at zero Gain. There is a high sensitivity in NIR and the possibility for high frame rates, making this CMOS camera an excellent choice for planetary imagers.
Although this camera is best suited for planetary imaging, it can also be used for imaging deep-sky objects up to a fixed level as it supports a maximum exposure time of up to 1000 seconds.
Since you won't have to devote time to filters or filter wheel concerns, imaging with the ZWO ASI224MC Color Camera is a simple procedure. This is one of the best color planetary imaging cameras currently available in this price range.
ZWO ASI224MMC Specifications at a Glance
Astrophotography Performance
The ZWO ASI224MC has a high peak Q.E. of 80%, extremely low read noise, and high sensitivity, making it ideal for planetary and small DSO imaging.
Anti-amp Glow Technology
Worry-free long exposure imaging! Capture images with more details and less stress on dealing with the distortions sometimes seen in long exposure imaging.
USB 3.0 Port & ST4 Port
USB 3.0 Port: Provides 5 GB bandwidth allowing the ZWO ASI224MC run at 64fps (12-bit, normal mode) or 150 fps (10-bit, high speed mode) at full resolution (1.2 Mega).
ST4 Port: Connect to the autoguide port on your mount for easy guiding!
ZWO ASI224MC CMOS Color Astronomy Camera Full Specifications:
- Sensor: one-third inch CMOS IMX224.
- ROI: Supported.
- Window: AR coated.
- Interface: USB 3.0/ USB 2.0.
- Adapter: 2-inch/ 1.25-inch/ M42X0.75.
- Diameter: 62 mm.
- Sensor Size: 4.8 mm x 3.6 mm.
SPECIFICATIONS
| ADC | 12 bit |
|---|---|
| Back focus | 12.5mm |
| Binning Modes | 2x2 |
| Camera Connection | M42 x 0.75 |
| Camera Series | ZWO ASI |
| Color or Mono | Color |
| Cooled | Uncooled |
| Delta T | 45°C Below Ambient |
| Dynamic Range | 12 Stops |
| Free Shipping | Yes |
| Full Rez Frame Rate | 150fps |
| Full Well | 19.2ke |
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Manufacturer | ZWO |
| Max Frame Rate | 577.9fps |
| Maximum Exposure Time | 1000 seconds |
| Mega Pixels | 1.3 mp |
| Minimum Exposure Time | 0.000032 seconds |
| Operating System Compatibility | Linux (3rd Party) & Mac & Windows |
| Peak QE | 75% |
| Pixel Array | 1304 x 976 |
| Pixel Size | 3.75 microns |
| Read Noise | 3.1e |
| Sensor Diagonal | 6.1mm |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor | Sony IMX224 |
| Shutter Type | Rolling Electronic |
| Weight | 0.26 lbs |
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United StatesBest images of Saturn that
Best images of Saturn that I have ever gotten.
Canadaasi224 is a great camera
I didn't want to spend on a dedicated guide cam, so the 224 was the obvious choice as we all know it to be a great planetary camera. I've used it primarily for guiding and it has worked very well.
United StatesZWO ASI 224 Color CMOS Telescope
Great product and meet by expectation.
ColombiaExcelente Camara
Zwo Asi224mc es una excelente camara. La mejor foto de Jupiter hasta la fecha, la capture con esta camara a modo de prueba de la camara. Muy veloz, nitidez, un producto que superó mis expectativas.
United StatesGood planetary camera
Very good resolution but sometimes the camera disconnects.
United StatesVery impressed
This is a great little camera for the money, I have been getting some impressive pictures with it that I didn't expect to get using it. No problem getting it set up and using it. Now I have some great shots of the moon, Jupiter and Saturn to show off to my friends, so glad I bought it and OPT service was top notch.