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Back Illuminated Sony IMX178 Sensor
The ZWO ASI178MM USB3.0 Monochrome Astronomy Camera features a back-illuminated Sony IMX178 sensor with 6.4MP Resolution (3096*2080), perfect for planetary imaging. Back illumination prevents image distortion that are inherent to front-lit designs.
This camera also comes equipped with a ST4 port for guiding.
Camera Performance
With its low read noise of 1.4e and fast 60FPS at max resolution, high sensitivity and 14bit ADC, the ZWO ASI178MM Monochrome Astronomy Camera is a great astronomical camera for users of all levels.
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 groundbreaking 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 astrophotography and are available in over 25 countries internationally.
Product Code: ZWO-ASI178MM
| Sensor Type | IMX178 |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | 1/1.8" |
| Pixel Size | 2.4µm |
| Resolution | 6.4MP (3096*2080) |
| Colour / Monochrome | Monochrome |
| FPS | 60fps / 30fps |
| Read Noise | 1.4e |
| Shutter | Rolling Shutter |
| QE Peak | 81% |
| Full Well | 15000e |
| Exposure Range | 32µs-1000s |
| Back Focus | 12.5mm |
| USB | USB3.0/USB2.0 |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, Mac OSX, Linux |
| Cooled? | No |
| Working Temperature | -5°C—45°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C—60°C |
| Humidity | 20%—80% |
| Usage | Planetary Imaging, Deep Sky Imaging |
| Camera Weight | 120g |
| Warranty Information | 2 Years |
| Additional Specifications of Product | 10bit ADC/14bit ADC 3096×2080 60fps / 30fps 2560×2048 62fps / 31fps 2048×1080 116fps / 58fps 1280×960 130fps / 65fps 800×600 204.7fps / 102.3fps 640×480 253.1fps / 126.5fps 320×240 479.7fps / 239.8fps |
| Image | Item | Qty |
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ZWO ASI178MM Camera - Body | 1 |
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1.25" Cover | 1 |
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ST4 Cable | 1 |
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1.25" Nosepiece | 1 |
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USB3.0 Cable (2m) | 1 |
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Quick Guide | 1 |