New and improved ZWO ASI 6200 Pro Mono! 

The ZWO ASI6200 Pro Mono (previously ZWO ASI 6200MM Pro) is the latest version of ZWO’s flagship full-frame astrophotography camera, now with an upgraded matte finish and a redesigned internal board for improved performance. This updated ASI 6200MM Pro features the same powerful Sony IMX455 full-frame monochrome sensor with 62MP resolution and a 3.76μm pixel size, now housed in a sleek, refined body weighing just 700g. Its full-frame format (36mm x 24mm) gives astrophotographers a large imaging area, making it ideal for wide-field deep-sky imaging. Whether you're capturing sprawling nebulae or star clusters, this sensor offers exceptional coverage and clarity.

With a massive 62-megapixel resolution and small 3.76μm pixels, the ASI6200 Pro is capable of producing extremely detailed and sharp images. The fine pixel scale is well-suited to high-resolution imaging and allows for precise sampling of intricate features, whether you're targeting distant galaxies or lunar details. This combination of high resolution and small pixel size enables outstanding image quality across the entire frame.

Compared to the ZWO ASI6200MM Pro, this updated version of the ASI6200 Pro features a new matte finish. Beyond aesthetics, ZWO has also updated the internal electronics board, resulting in improved stability and performance. These enhancements support more consistent operation during long imaging sessions, with better thermal management and signal processing for even greater reliability.

 

 

Despite its large sensor and robust features, the ASI6200 Pro maintains a compact and lightweight body weighing just 700 grams. This makes it easier to integrate with a variety of setups, including portable rigs. It also includes a built-in anti-dew heater around the sensor window, helping to prevent moisture build-up and maintain clear imaging performance during long, cold nights.

 

Camera Performance

The ASI6200 Pro uses a back-illuminated CMOS design that delivers a high quantum efficiency and virtually no amp glow. It offers a dynamic range of up to 14 stops, and when the gain is set to 100, the camera automatically activates HCG (High Conversion Gain) mode. This reduces read noise significantly while preserving the dynamic range—perfect for deep sky imaging where both faint details and bright structures matter.

 

ZWO recommends using either Gain 0 or Gain 100 when capturing deep-sky targets to take full advantage of the camera’s performance. Thanks to its full-frame format and extremely low read noise, the ZWO ASI6200 Pro is equally suitable for planetary imaging, making it one of the most versatile high-end cameras on the market today.

The camera supports high-speed USB 3.0 data transfer, ensuring fast and reliable communication with your imaging software. It also features a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), which helps to preserve fine tonal gradations in your images for smoother results. The onboard memory buffer further ensures stable performance during image capture, minimising dropped frames and data loss.

 

Zero Amp Glow

Thanks to its back-illuminated sensor design and optimised electronics, the ASI6200 Pro produces no amp glow, even with long exposures or high gain settings. Combined with its extremely low read noise, this results in cleaner images with less post-processing required. It's a crucial advantage for astrophotographers aiming for high-quality, low-noise results in both narrowband and broadband imaging.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifications

Type	Monochrome
Sensor Type	IMX455
Sensor Size	36x24mm
Pixel Size	3.76 μm
Read Noise	1.2e-3.5e
Resolution	62MP (9576x6388)
Max Framerate	4.93 FPS
Zero Amp Glow?	Yes
Delta T	35°C below ambient
Memory Buffer	512MB DDR3
Shutter	Rolling Shutter
QE Peak	91%
Full Well	51,400e
Back Focus	6.5mm
ADC	16-bit
Exposure Range	32μs-2000s
USB	3.0
Adapter	M54 X 0.75
Weight	700 g

 

 

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	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.

 

Mechanical Drawing

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: ASI6200MM-P25