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ZWO ASI294MC Pro Cooled Colour Astronomy Camera

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The ZWO ASI294MC is built upon the fantastic capabilities of the popular ASI1600. The ZWO ASI294MC Pro Colour Astronomy CMOS Camera features a back-illuminated, highly sensitive Sony's IMX294 sensor that produces a 4k output even at 120FPS.   Exceptional low-illumination performance of SNR1s: 0.14 lx is realized by use of a large-size optical system and by expanding the area per pixel to 4.63 µm. This makes the IMX294CJK ideal for astronomic camera market applications that require low-illumination performance.   14bit ADC w/ 13 stops DR The ASI294 has a 14bit ADC unit which allows it to achieve 13 stops of dynamic range. Such characteristic is excellent for deep sky imaging, which always needs a high dynamic range. The ASI294 has even more dynamic range than the ASI1600 with its 13 stops   HCG Mode (high conversion gain) ZWO ASI294MC's HCG mode (which reduces read noise to even lower levels at higher gain without loss to dynamic range) is automatically enabled when the gain setting rises above 120. With this mode, read noise will drop under 2e- while dynamic range remains at 13 stops. The ASI294MC Pro has the same sturdy mechanics and elegant design as the ASI1600 Pro. ZWO's recognisable sleek hot-rod red housing not only protects the sensor chamber but works incredibly well in wet and humid environments without dew problems.    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.   M42 T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit Add a M42-T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit to adjust backfocus spacing as required. Comes with 4 convenient sizes. ZWO 5 x 1.25-inch Mini Electronic Filter Wheel Add 5 of your favourite filters into an electronic filter wheel to swap between them automatically. Suitable for 1.25" 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-ASI294MC-P
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    The ZWO ASI294MC is built upon the fantastic capabilities of the popular ASI1600.

    The ZWO ASI294MC Pro Colour Astronomy CMOS Camera features a back-illuminated, highly sensitive Sony's IMX294 sensor that produces a 4k output even at 120FPS.

    ZWO ASI294MC Pro Specifications

     

    Exceptional low-illumination performance of SNR1s: 0.14 lx is realized by use of a large-size optical system and by expanding the area per pixel to 4.63 µm. This makes the IMX294CJK ideal for astronomic camera market applications that require low-illumination performance.

     

    14bit ADC w/ 13 stops DR

    The ASI294 has a 14bit ADC unit which allows it to achieve 13 stops of dynamic range. Such characteristic is excellent for deep sky imaging, which always needs a high dynamic range. The ASI294 has even more dynamic range than the ASI1600 with its 13 stops

     

    HCG Mode (high conversion gain)

    ZWO ASI294MC's HCG mode (which reduces read noise to even lower levels at higher gain without loss to dynamic range) is automatically enabled when the gain setting rises above 120. With this mode, read noise will drop under 2e- while dynamic range remains at 13 stops.

    The ASI294MC Pro has the same sturdy mechanics and elegant design as the ASI1600 Pro. ZWO's recognisable sleek hot-rod red housing not only protects the sensor chamber but works incredibly well in wet and humid environments without dew problems. 

     

    Recommended Accessories

    ZWO 12V 5A Power Adapter for Cooled Cameras ZWO 12V 5A Power Adapter for Cooled Cameras Used to power your compatible ZWO cooled camera or electronic device. Add to Cart Button
    ZWO Desiccant Tablets for Cooled Cameras 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.   Add to Cart Button
    M42 T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit M42 T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit Add a M42-T-Thread Spacer Ring Kit to adjust backfocus spacing as required. Comes with 4 convenient sizes. Add to Cart Button
    ZWO 5 x 1.25-inch Mini Electronic Filter Wheel ZWO 5 x 1.25-inch Mini Electronic Filter Wheel Add 5 of your favourite filters into an electronic filter wheel to swap between them automatically. Suitable for 1.25" threaded filters.  Add to Cart Button

     

     

    Camera Connection

    How to achieve a 55m back focus with an astronomy camera and a telescope with either a M42 or M48 thread

     

    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-ASI294MC-P

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    Sensor TypeIMX294
    Sensor Size4/3"
    Pixel Size4.63µm
    Resolution11.7MP (4144*2822)
    Colour / MonochromeColour
    FPS19FPS
    Read Noise1.2-7.3e
    ShutterRolling Shutter
    QE PeakTBD
    Full Well63700e
    Exposure Range32µs-2000s
    Back Focus6.5mm
    USBUSB3.0/USB2.2
    Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac OSX, Linux
    Cooled?Yes
    Working Temperature-5°C—45°C
    Storage Temperature-20°C—60°C
    Humidity20%—80%
    UsagePlanetary Imaging, Deep Sky Imaging
    Camera Weight410g
    Warranty Information2 Years
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    ZWO ASI294MC Pro Astronomy Camera - Body 1
    Cover 1
    1.25" Nosepiece 1
    M42-M48 Adapter 1
    T2-M48 Extender (16.5mm) 1
    T2-1.25" Adapter 1
    T2 Extender (21mm) 1
    USB2.0 Cable (0.5m) 2
    USB3.0 Cable (2m) 1
    Spacers 4
    Soft carry bag for camera 1
    ASI Quick guide 1
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