ZWO ASI678MM Monochrome Camera - High Sensitivity for Planetary and Assisted Visual Imaging

The ZWO ASI678MM camera is a latest generation monochrome camera, ideal for planetary imaging, visual aids and lucky imaging. Equipped with an 8.4 million pixel Sony IMX678 CMOS sensor (3840 x 2160 px), it offers high sensitivity and low electroluminescence, even in low light. With an acquisition speed of 47 frames per second at full resolution and 12-bit dynamic range, this camera is perfect for capturing detailed images of the planets, Sun and Moon.

Features:

• Sensor: Sony IMX678 monochrome CMOS
• Sensor format: 1/1.8" (3840 x 2160 px)
• Pixel dimensions: 2.0 x 2.0 µm
• Die dimensions: 7.7 x 4.3 mm (diagonal: 8.86 mm)
• Full load capacity: 11,270 e-
• Exposure time range: 32 µs to 2000 s
• Read noise: 0.6 to 2.7 e-
• Interface: USB 3.0 Type-B SuperSpeed ​​and ST4 compatible RJ12 autoguiding port
• Cooling: Passive (without dedicated cooling)
• Lens mounting: M42x0.75 female thread
• Back focus: 12.5 mm
• Weight: 126 g
• Dimensions: 62 mm (diameter) x 37.1 mm (height)

Advantages:

• Back-illuminated STARVIS 2 sensor offering excellent sensitivity, even in the near infrared, with very low reading noise.
• Compact, lightweight design ideal for use on a wide variety of telescopes for fast and precise planetary imaging.
• Support for many astronomy software such as ASIStudio, Prism, NINA, FireCapture, MaximDL, and many others.
• Compatible with assisted visual and “lucky imaging”, optimizing observation in conditions of atmospheric turbulence.

Compatibility:

• Compatible with autoguider mounts via ST4 port and various astronomy software for control and image acquisition.

Tips and tricks:

• For optimal images, adapt the focal length of your instrument to the pixel size of 2 µm to avoid oversampling.
• Ideal for astrophotographers looking for a sensitive monochrome camera for high-precision imaging of celestial objects.

The ZWO ASI678MM is an excellent choice for astronomy enthusiasts and professionals who want to capture detailed, high-quality images even in low light conditions.