Cooled Color Camera ZWO ASI071MC-PRO - Deep Sky APS-C Imaging

The ZWO ASI071MC-PRO camera is a high-performance tool for deep-sky imaging, equipped with a color CMOS IMX071 sensor in APS-C format with a resolution of 16.2 million pixels (4944 x 3284px). Ideal for astronomy, this versatile camera allows you to explore both deep-sky objects and planetary and lunar targets.

Features:

• Sensor: Color CMOS IMX071, APS-C format
• Resolution: 4944 x 3284 px (16.2 million pixels)
• Pixel size: 4.78 μm
• Sensor surface: 23.63 mm x 15.7 mm (370.93 mm²)
• Cooling: Thermoelectrically regulated up to ΔT = -40°C
• Heating device anti-fog to prevent condensation
• Buffer memory: DDR3 256MB for fast reading
• Data transfer: USB 3.0 port and 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
• Back focus: 17.5 mm
• Weight: 640 g
• Dimensions: 86 mm (diameter) x 87.3 mm (height)

Advantages:

• High sensitivity with a peak quantum efficiency (QE peak) of 50% and low read noise of 2.3e- for clear and detailed images.
• Integrated cooling to minimize thermal noise during long exposures.
• Versatility in imaging, from deep-sky objects to planets and the Moon.
• Mechanism anti-tilt for precise alignment of the sensor with the optical axis.
• Compatibility with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac OS) and acquisition software like FireCapture.

Compatibility:

• Compatible with filters and accessories in T2 M42x0.75 thread.
• Requires 12V power supply at 2A for optimal cooling

Tips and tricks:

• Use the integrated cooling for high-quality long-exposure shots.
• Install the ASCOM driver available on the ZWO website for extended compatibility with astronomy software.

The ZWO ASI071MC-PRO camera is the perfect tool for amateur and professional astronomers looking for a high-performance color camera to capture spectacular images of deep-sky objects and celestial bodies.