Astro camera guiding and planetary photography 2.0 MP color

Astro camera guiding and planetary photography 2.0 MP color offers more resolution and sensitivity than entry-level models without adding complexity. This compact camera excels at autoguiding AND allows for colorful shots of the moon, planets and bright deep-sky objects.

✓ High resolution - The 2.0 megapixel CMOS sensor captures lunar craters and planetary details razor-sharp with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.
✓ Very suitable for autoguiding - The sensor detects even faint guide stars and corrects tracking errors with high precision via the built-in ST4 port.
✓ Widely applicable - Works both as a guide camera with PHD2 and N.I.N.A., and as an imaging camera for planet and moon photography.
✓ Robust and lightweight housing - Fits directly into any 1.25″ eyepiece mount and is compatible with C- and CS-mount lenses and 1.25″ filters.
✓ Instant start without hassle - No active cooling required, operates via USB 2.0 and is compatible with Windows and Linux (INDI).

An excellent choice for astrophotographers who want more detail and control in both guiding and photography. With high light sensitivity and low noise, it performs remarkably well in both urban and rural environments.

Technical specifications

• Sensor: CMOS Sony IMX290
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (2.0 MP)
• Pixel size: 2.9 µm
• Sensor format: 5.6 x 3.2 mm
• Bit depth: 12-bit
• Images per second: up to 60 fps
• Color: Yes
• Cooling: No
• Connections: USB 2.0, ST4
• Telescope connection: 1.25″, C-Mount
• Filter thread: 1,25″
• Binning: 2×2, 3×3 (digital)
• Compatibility: Windows 7/8/10, Linux (INDI), PHD2, NINA, ASCOM
• Housing: Aluminum, Ø 39 mm, length 71 mm, weight 90 g

Application

• Autoguiding ✓
• Planet and moon photography ✓
• First deep-sky shots ✓
• Live view on laptop or monitor ✓

Included

• Astro camera
• 1.25” filter adapter
• USB cable
• ST4 cable