Overview 

The long-awaited ZWO ASI2600MM Pro is late to the show, but there's a good reason why.

With Sony’s newest back-illuminated IMX571 APS-C format native 16-bit ADC sensor, an ultra-high 14 stops dynamic range, an ultra-low 1.0e readout noise and zero amp-glow, the ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Monochrome Astronomy Camera is set to be every astrophotographer's favourite child. 

Years of technical experience accumulation and repeated weight loss experiments have allowed a slim pocket-size body weighing only 700g, while it boasts a small pixel size of 3.76um with the incredible ability of accommodating a large well depth of 50ke.

Features:

• 26MP resolution (6248x4176)
• 3.76um pixel size
• Back illuminated Sony IMX571 CMOS Sensor
• Zero amp glow
• 14 stop dynamic range
• 16 bit ADC sensor

 

Camera Performance

The ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Monochrome Astronomy CMOS Camera offers a vast dynamic range of 14 stops and advanced noise reduction than ever before. By setting your gain at 100, the 'HCG high gain mode' is triggered and the readout noise is reduced and dynamic range remains unchanged. For optimal performance, set your gain to 0 or 100 for deep-sky imaging. 

Quantum Efficiency 

The ZWO ASI2600MM Pro has a QE value of 91%

ASI2600MM Pro main sensor 

Cooling system

The two stage TEC cooling system can lower th CMOS sensor temperature to more than 35℃ below ambient temperature. This reduces dark current generation and sesnor noise level during extended exposures. It is also equipped with unique dark current supression technology that further reduces dark current noise.  a temperature of 0 °C, the dark current noise is as low as 0.0022 electrons per second per pixel. This implies that a 300-second exposure would result in just 0.7 electrons of dark current noise, which is lower than the readout noise. Furthermore, when the temperature is lowered to -20 °C, the dark current drops even further to 0.00012 electrons per second per pixel.

Zero amp glow

The ZWO ASI2600MM Pro' s sensor does not produce a weak infrared light source thats seen in traditional CMOS sensors. Hence, he sensor's cirtuitry allows you to conduct high gain, long exposure imaging with no amp glow. 

 

Anti-dew technology

This astronomy camera is fitted with a 5W polyimid heater that covers the protective window. It prevents dew or ice forming on the camera, allowing you to image in colder environments.

 

Specifications

Type	Monochrome
Sensor Type	IMX571
Sensor Size	23.5x15.7mm
Pixel Size	3.76 μm
Format	APS-C (6248x4176)
Read Noise	1.0e-3.3e
Resolution	26 MP (6248x4176)
Max Framerate	12.8 FPS
Zero Amp Glow?	Yes
Delta T	35°C below ambient
Memory Buffer	512MB DDR3
Shutter	Rolling Shutter
QE Peak	91%
Full Well	50,000e
Back Focus	17.5mm
ADC	16-bit
Exposure Range	32us-2000s
Protecting window	D60 2" AR Coated
USB	3.0
Adapter	M42 X 0.75
Weight	700 g

 

Recommended Accessories

	ZWO 12V 5A Power Adapter for Cooled Cameras	Used to power your compatible ZWO cooled camera or electronic device.
	ZWO Desiccant Tablets for Cooled Cameras	Replace used dessicant tablets as required with the ZWO Dessicant Tablets for Cooled Cameras to keep your cooled camera functioning optimally.
	M48 T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit	Add a M48-T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit to adjust backfocus spacing as required. Comes with 7 convenient sizes.
	ZWO 7 Position 2-inch Electronic Filter Wheel	Add 7 of your favourite filters into an electronic filter wheel to swap between them automatically. Suitable for 2" threaded filters.

 

Camera Connection

 

 

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-ASI2600MM-P