ZWO ASI1600MM USB3.0 Monochrome Pro Cooled Astroimaging Camera
The ZWO ASI1600MM Pro Monochrome Cooled Astroimaging USB3.0 Camera is a step above the rest.
- Sensor Size: 4/3" (17.7 x 13.4mm)
- 256MB DDR3 Buffer
- 2 Stage TEC Cooling System (40°C-45°C Below Ambient)
- ADC 12bit
- Read Noise of 1.2e
Shipping Calculator
The ZWO ASI1600MM Pro Monochrome Cooled Astrophotography USB3.0 Camera is a step above the rest.
With a low read noise, low dark current and high dynamic range, the ZWO ASI1600MM Pro Monochrome Cooled Astroimaging USB3.0 Camera produces excellent astro-images.
Improved Data Transfer Stability with a DDR Memory Buffer.
The ZWO ASI1600MM Pro Camera includes an on-board 256MB DDR3 Memory Buffer. This buffer improves data transfer stability, minimising amp-glow even with a USB2.0 Connection - commonly caused by slow transfer speeds.
Exceptional Performance in Astrophotography.
With a high dynamic range and low read noise and dark current, the ASI1600MM Pro performs exceptionally well in astrophotography applications.
The 12bit ADC of the ASI1600MM Pro provides 12.5 stop dynamic range - a result of the camera's exceptionally low read noise of 1.2e.
At its peak, the QE Value is estimated to be in excess of 60%.
Below is the Dark Current for the ASI1600 Pro. ZWO 300S dark frame tested the camera with the cooler running at -25°C.
Sealed CMOS Sensor Chamber.
ZWO refined the ASI1600MM Pro to be as stable as possible. With a sealed CMOS sensor chamber, this camera is designed to withstand high humidity and protect the sensor from any issues caused by dew.
With an Integrated USB 3.0 Port & USB2.0 Hub.
The USB 3.0 Port allows the ZWO ASI1600MM Pro run at 14.7 frames per second (in 12bit normal mode) or 23 fps (in 10bit high speed mode) at full resolution (16MP 4656 x 3520) by providing 5GB Bandwidth. You can also achieve much faster frame rates by using a region of interest (ROI).
The ASI1600MM-P also incorporates a USB 2.0 Hub to power accessories such as a guide camera, electronic focuser or a filter wheel. The ASI1600MM Pro inclues two short (0.5m) USB2.0 cables in the box, making cable management a breeze.
And a 2-Stage TEC Cooling System.
The 2 Stage TEC Cooling System of the ASI1600MM Pro achieves a substantial 40°C to 45°C below ambient temperature.
Note: Power Adapter required to power the cooler. Sold separately here.
Supported Resolutions
12Bit ADC | 10Bit ADC |
4656×3520 (14.7 fps) | 4656×3520 (23 fps) |
3840×2160 (23.1 fps) | 3840×2160 (36.2 fps) |
1920×1680 (32.9 fps) | 1920×1680 (57.7 fps) |
1280×960 (47.1 fps) | 1280×960 (73.6 fps) |
640×480 (80.4 fps) | 640×480 (125.7 fps) |
320×240 (124.4 fps) | 320×240 (192.4 fps) |
How to Achieve 55mm Backfocus
Recommended Accessories
About ZWO Optical
Astrophotography has never been easier.
Established in 2011, ZWO Optical is a fast-growing global astroimaging camera powerhouse based in Suzhou China. They focus on building and innovating ground-breaking CMOS cameras such as the iconic ZWO ASI120MM Monochrome CMOS camera (the first-ever planetary CMOS camera to beat a CCD in the early 2010s). ZWO continues to pioneer new astrophotography technology with revolutionary features to capture exceptional quality of images of space that will last you a lifetime. Today, ZWO cameras are recognised by every passionate astrophotographer and are available in over 25 countries internationally.
Product Code: ZWO-ASI1600MM-P
Colour / Monochrome | Monochrome |
---|---|
Sensor Type | MN34230 |
Sensor Size | 4/3" (17.7 x 13.4 mm) |
Resolution | 16MP (4656 x 3520) |
Pixel Size | 3.8 µm |
ADC | 12bit |
Read Noise | 1.2e |
USB | USB3.0/USB2.0 |
FPS | 23 |
Shutter | Rolling Shutter |
QE Peak | 60% |
Full Well | 20ke |
Exposure Range | 32 µs - 2000 s |
Back Focus | 6.5mm |
Power | 12V 5A DC |
Cooled? | Yes |
Working Temperature | -5°C to 45°C |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
Humidity | 20% to 80% |
Usage | Planetary Imaging, Deep Sky Imaging |
Camera Weight | 410g |
Warranty Information | 2 Years |
What's in the box?
- Camera bag
- Camera body
- 2m USB3.0 cable
- quick guide
- T2 21mm extender
- T2-M48 16.5mm extender
- 1.25" nose piece
- 1.25" cover
- M42-M48 adapter
- 0.5m USB 2.0 cable x2
- T2-1.25" Adapter
- Spacer