ZWO ASI2400MC-P Color Cooled Camera - Full Frame for Deep Sky Imaging

The ZWO ASI2400MC-P camera is designed for deep sky imaging, offering a 24.54 million pixel full-frame (24 x 36mm) color sensor to capture spectacular images of the universe. Featuring Sony's Exmor R Back-Illuminated technology, it guarantees high sensitivity with a peak sensitivity of 80%, as well as very low readout noise, ideal for long exposures and high quality images.

Features:

• Sensor: Sony IMX410 color CMOS
• Sensor size: Full frame (24 x 36 mm)
• Resolution: 6072 x 4042 px (24.54 million pixels)
• Pixel size: 5.94 µm
• Sensor surface: 865 mm²
• Full load capacity (FWC): 15,000 e-
• Peak sensitivity (QE peak): 80%
• Exposure time range: 32 µs to 2000 s
• Frame rate:
  • 14-bit: up to 8 frames/s at full resolution (6072 x 4042 px)
  • Up to 136.9 frames/s at reduced resolution (320 x 240 px)
• Reading noise: 1.1 to 6.4 e-
• Interface: USB 3.0 and 2x USB 2.0
• Cooling: Thermoelectric regulated with ΔT down to -35°C
• Lens mounting: M54x0.75 female thread
• Back focus: 17.5 mm
• Weight: 700 g
• Dimensions: 90 mm (diameter) x 97 mm (height)

Advantages:

• Full-frame sensor offering a wide field of view and high resolution for detailed images of the deep sky.
• Back-illuminated Exmor R technology for increased sensitivity and noise reduction, optimized for capturing nebulae and other dim celestial objects.
• Integrated cooling allowing long exposures without significant increase in thermal noise.
• 256MB buffer memory for fast data reading and smooth transfer.

Compatibility:

• Compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac OS, and various astronomy software such as ASIStudio, FireCapture, MaximDL, etc.

Tips and tricks:

• Use a stable 12V power supply to maintain optimal cooling performance.
• Be sure to properly configure cooling to minimize thermal noise during long imaging sessions.

The ZWO ASI2400MC-P camera is ideal for astrophotographers seeking a high-quality cooled camera to capture detailed deep sky images with excellent sensitivity and impressive resolution.