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ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Astrophotography Camera
ZWO ASI224MC Color Astronomy Camera
ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Astrophotography Camera
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ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Camera
ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Camera
ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Camera

ZWO ASI224MC Color CMOS Astrophotography Camera

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  • 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.

Product Details

  • The ZWO ASI224MC Color Astrophotography 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 AstrophotographyCamera 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

    ADC12 bit
    Back Focus12.5 mm
    Camera ConnectionM42 x 0.75
    Color or MonoColor
    CooledUncooled
    Dynamic Range12 Stops
    Free ShippingYes
    Full Rez Frame Rate150fps
    Full Well19.2ke
    Max Frame Rate577.9fps
    Mega Pixels1.3 mp
    Peak QE75%
    Pixel Array1304 x 976
    Pixel Size3.75 microns
    Read Noise3.1e
    Sensor Diagonal6.1 mm
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    SensorSony IMX224
    Weight0.26 lbs

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    SK
    04/05/2022
    Scot K.
    United States

    Perfect - just perfect

    I am just getting into the hobby, and one individual there (Kurt) was so helpful to me from the very first encounter that I have bought almost $7,000 worth of stuff from OPT exclusively. Instead of shopping around and saving a dollar here or there - I have purchased everything from here. Customer service is dead in many industries - so when you encounter it you hang on to that company.

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    GG
    02/01/2022
    Gert G.
    United States United States

    Upgrade from ASI120MC

    I've been using the ASI120MC for planets and Moon observations for a long time. The 224MC was the logical upgrade. USB2 -> 3. Improved QE. Improved SONY sensor.

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    JB
    12/01/2021
    Jean B.
    United States United States

    Xmas shopping!

    Excellent. Quicck and simple. However, the camera is a Xmas present and I am not allowed to use it until then! (I may cheat!)

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    TJ
    10/06/2021
    Thom J.
    Canada Canada

    Camera gear

    I am not able to test the camera, possibly later this winter.It looks good though.Thanks, T.J.

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    JC
    10/06/2021
    Jim C.
    United States United States

    Great camera!

    I got this as an upgrade to my ASI120MC-S. Easy to use, fast frame rate, low noise. Just before I sent a message to ask when the backorders might ship, it arrived! Always terrific service from OPT! I recommend getting the IR Cut-off filter to go with it.

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    TT
    08/05/2021
    Todd T.
    United States United States

    Great Camera

    Took it out the day it arrived and shot the best image of Jupiter I have! Very Happy with this camera.

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