ZW Optical

The camera offers a very high resolution and can be used for lunar and planetary photography, EAA and also for deep sky astrophotography.

• Sensor: 1/1.8" CMOS IMX678 with 8.29 megapixels resolution
• Sensor size: 7.68 mm x 4.32 mm - diagonal: 8.86 mm
• Extremely high resolution: 2.0 µm pixel size
• SONY STARVIS 2 technology - back illuminated pixel technology
• With approx. 83% QE a high sensitivity for short exposure times
• USB 3.0 for fast download of images
• Very low readout noise (from 0.6 e-)
• Well suited for EAA due to high frame rate of 47.5 fps
• 12 bit ADC
• No more amp glow detectable
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation against heating of the sensor during long time exposures
• Good suitability for deep sky imaging
• Rich field lens (removable) included in scope of delivery
• AR protection filter built in with full transmission also in infrared
• ST4-level autoguiding interface included

The at the moment probably most sensitive autoguider from ZW-Optical for astrophotography with modern sensor and 1.25" housing.

• Monochrome CMOS sensor SC2210 with max. 92% QE and 4.0 µm pixel size for maximal sensitvity - for always finding a guide star.
• High NIR sensitivity, thus reduction of the effective seeing
• Sensor size 7.68 x 4.32 mm
• Practical 1.25" housing - you can insert the autoguider/camera into the guide scope, finder or the off-axis guider like an eyepiece.
• A true lightweight with only 60 grams and not larger than a 1.25" eyepiece.
• Extensive scope of delivery: protective cap, manual, 2x USB cable, ST4 autoguiding cable, CS mount adapter and 1.25" extension tube.
• The camera can also be used as a high-grade moon and planetary camera. With the highly sensitive sensor, even deep-sky imaging is possible.
• Incl. adapter to CS thread for connecting lenses and T2 adapter

The camera offers a very high resolution and can be used for lunar and planetary photography, EAA and also for deep sky astrophotography.

• Sensor: 1/1.8" CMOS IMX664 with 4.15 megapixels resolution
• Sensor size: 7.84 mm x 4.45 mm - diagonal: 9.02 mm
• Very high resolution: 2.9 µm pixel size
• SONY STARVIS 2 technology - back illuminated pixel technology
• With approx. 91% QE a high sensitivity for short exposure times
• USB 3.0 for fast download of images
• Very low readout noise (from 0.46 e-)
• Very well suited for EAA due to high frame rate of 95 fps
• 36.5 ke- full well
• 12 bit ADC
• No more amp glow detectable
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation against heating of the sensor during long time exposures
• Good suitability for deep sky imaging
• Rich field lens (removable) included in scope of delivery
• AR coated protection filter built in with full transmission also in infrared
• ST4 level autoguiding interface included

The camera offers a very high resolution and can be used for lunar and planetary photography, EAA and also for deep sky astrophotography.

• Sensor: 1/2.8" CMOS IMX662 mono with 2.1 megapixels resolution
• Sensor size: 5.568 mm x 3.132 mm - diagonal: 6.45 mm
• Very high resolution: 2.9 µm pixel size
• SONY STARVIS 2 technology - back illuminated pixel technology
• With approx. 91% QE a high sensitivity for short exposure times
• USB 3.0 for fast download of images
• Very low readout noise (from 0.8 e-)
• Very well suited for EAA due to high frame rate of 107 fps
• 38 ke- full well
• 12 bit ADC
• No more amp glow detectable
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation against heating of the sensor during long time exposures
• Good suitability for deep sky imaging
• Rich field lens (removable) included in scope of delivery
• AR coated protection filter built in with full transmission also in infrared
• ST4 level autoguiding interface included

One of the most sensitive astro cameras in the market with about 20 millions of extremely small pixels from for all fields of astrophotography.

• Sensor SONY Exmor R BSI IMX183 - size 13.2x8.8 mm - diagonal 15.9 mm - Color
• 5496 x 3672 Pixel - 20.18 MP
• Pixel size: 2.4 µm - extremely high resolution
• High 84% QE - BACK-ILLUMINATED Exmor R technology
• Short download times through USB 3.0 - can also be used with USB 2.0
• Fast - perfect for lunar and planetary imaging - 19 fps with full resolution
• 1.6e read noise - very good for deep-sky imaging
• AR protect window built-in - full transmission also in IR
• Distance from the sensor to T2 telescope connection: 17.5 mm or 6.5 mm directly from the housing
• Everything is included for a successful start, software, adapter, ...

One of the most sensitive astro cameras in the market with about 20 millions of extremely small pixels from for all fields of astrophotography.

• Sensor SONY Exmor R BSI IMX183 - size 13.2x8.8 mm - diagonal 15.9 mm - mono
• 5496 x 3672 Pixel - 20.18 MP
• Pixel size: 2.4 µm - extremely high resolution
• High 84% QE - BACK-ILLUMINATED Exmor R technology
• Short download times through USB 3.0 - can also be used with USB 2.0
• Fast - perfect for lunar and planetary imaging - 19 fps with full resolution
• 1.6e read noise - very good for deep-sky imaging
• AR protect window built-in - full transmission also in IR
• Distance from the sensor to T2 telescope connection: 17.5 mm or 6.5 mm directly from the housing
• Everything is included for a successful start, software, adapter, ...

The ADC corrects the dispersive effects of Earth´s atmosphere. You will get sharper images of planets and moon.

• The Atmospheric Dispersion Corrector is a revolution in observing and imaging objects.
• Through the use of 2 high quality prisms, it corrects the false colour introduced by the earth´s atmosphere.
• When used for planetary imaging, it changes the clarity of the image dramatically, particularly in the luminence channel when LRGB imaging.
• Adaption is simple through T2 thread on both sides
• You can use the ADC for visual and photography
• You see the result very clear through the eyepiece
• Latest Version

Cooled astro camera with Sony IMX585 color sensor, guiding sensor and ASIAir in one housing

• Imaging and guiding with only one telescope - without off-axis guider - due to the integrated, highly sensitive guiding sensor
• ASIAir Mini controller integrated
• Sensor: 1/1.2" CMOS IMX585 with 8.29 megapixel resolution
• Sensor size: 6.26 mm x 11.13 mm - diagonal 12.84 mm
• Very high resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels with 2.9 µm size
• Starvis 2 technology with back illumination
• Approx. 91 % QE maximum - high sensitivity for short exposure times
• Full well capacity 40 ke-
• 12 bit ADC
• No amplifier glow
• Powerful Peltier cooling up to 35 °C below ambient temperature
• Anti-dew heater already built in
• Hub with 4x USB 2.0 type A sockets
• 2x 5.5/2.1 mm sockets (one of them as input)
• USB type C port for data transfer to the computer
• WiFi
• Bluetooth (connection with AM3/AM5)

Cooled USB 3.0 full-frame size monochrome astro camera with powerful 24x36 mm sensor for top class astrophotography - latest generation

• Improved circuit board - more performance thanks to lower readout noise and higher frame rates
• Elegant, high-quality design with a matte red surface
• Powerful automatic controlled Peltier cooling up to 35 °C below ambient temperature
• Full frame size format sensor Sony IMX455 (24x36 mm) with 61.2 megapixels
• High resolution due to 3.78 µm pixels
• Peak quantum efficiency 91%!
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor for more gradations
• No dusturbing amplifier glow anymore
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the M54x0.75 internal thread
• With only 700 grams a lightweight - does not stress the focuser
• USB 3.0 for fast data transfer
• DDR3 buffer for stable data fransmissionExtensive scope of delivery with adapter rings

Cooled USB 3.0 full-frame size color astro camera with powerful 24x36 mm sensor for top class astrophotography - latest generation

• Improved circuit board - more performance thanks to lower readout noise and higher frame rates
• Elegant, high-quality design with a matte red surface
• Powerful automatic controlled Peltier cooling up to 35 °C below ambient temperature
• Full frame size format sensor Sony IMX455 (24x36 mm) with 61.2 megapixels
• High resolution due to 3.78 µm pixels
• Peak quantum efficiency 91%!
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor for more gradations
• No dusturbing amplifier glow anymore
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the M54x0.75 internal thread
• With only 700 grams a lightweight - does not stress the focuser
• USB 3.0 for fast data transfer
• DDR3 buffer for stable data fransmission
• Extensive scope of delivery with adapter rings

Temperature sensor allows accurate control of ambient temperature to maintain focus position during temperature changes

• The sensor is connected directly to the motor focus.
• The outdoor temperature is measured and can automatically compensate the focus drift by changing the temperature via the corresponding software.

Equipped with USB-C, Bluetooth and rechargeable battery, the focus motor from ZWO allows precise motorized focusing of your telescope for astrophotography and observation.

• USB-C connection for data transfer and power supply
• Can be controlled via Bluetooth
• Integrated rechargeable battery with up to one week of operating time
• Can easily move up to 5 kg
• ASCOM, ASIAIR and INDI are supported
• The ZWO EAF works with all common astrophotography programs and the ASIAir
• Can be controlled via smartphone or tablet
• With versatile connection plate for all common focusers, e.g. from TS-Optics, Astro Tech, Feather Touch ...
• On/off switch and focus buttons

The USB-C equipped focus motor from ZWO allows precise motorized focusing of your telescope for astrophotography and observation

• USB-C port for data transfer and power supply
• Can easily move up to 5 kg
• ASCOM, ASIAIR and INDI are supported
• The ZWO EAF works with all common astrophotography programs and the ASIAir
• Can be controlled via smartphone or tablet
• With versatile connection plate for all common focusers, e.g. from TS-Optics, Astro Tech, Feather Touch ...
• Standard version with focus motor, connection rail and USB-C cable etc.
• Handbox and temperature sensor available separately (included in the scope of delivery of the EAF Pro, see "Similar products")

The new filter drawer for Nikon F lenses was developed by ZWO especially for cooled ASI cameras.

•  Lens side connector: Nikon F mount
•  Connection camera side: T2 external thread - can be extended to M54x0.75 thread
•  Drawer length 29 mm without T2 external thread
•  The holder snaps in precisely with 2 magnets
•  The 2" filter can be easily screwed into the holder
•  The article includes the filter drawer, a filter holder and an adapter ring from T2 to M54
•  Important for the purchase of further filter holders: Only the linked filter holder fits, older versions are not compatible.

Cooled USB 3.0 APS-C format color astro camera with powerful 23.5 x 15.7 mm back-illuminated CMOS sensor with 16 bit for astrophotography

• Powerful Peltier cooling
• Sony IMX571 APS-C format color sensor - back-illuminated
• High resolution due to 3.76 µm pixels
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• No amplifier glow
• Telescope side connection: M42x0.75 female thread
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the internal thread

Cooled USB 3.0 astro camera with Sony IMX571 monochrome sensor AND guiding sensor in one housing

• Imaging and guiding with only one telescope - without off-axis guider - due to the integrated guiding sensor
• Highly sensitive guiding sensor
• Powerful Peltier cooling
• Sony IMX571 APS-C format monochrome sensor - back-illuminated
• High resolution due to 3.76 µm pixels
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• No amplifier glow
• Telescope side connection: M54x0.75 female thread
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the internal thread
• Telescope and mount in the third picture are for illustration only and not included.

Cooled astro camera with Sony IMX571 color sensor, guiding sensor and ASIAir in one housing

• Imaging and guiding with only one telescope - without off-axis guider - due to the integrated, highly sensitive guiding sensor
• ASIAir Mini controller integrated
• Powerful Peltier cooling
• Sony IMX571 APS-C format color sensor - back-illuminated
• High resolution due to 3.76 µm pixels
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• No amplifier glow
• Guiding sensor 7.68 mm x 4.32 mm and 4 µm pixels
• Telescope side connection: M54x0.75 female thread
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the internal thread
• Hub with 4x USB 2.0 type A ports
• 2x 5.5/2.1 mm outputs (3rd socket as input)
• USB Type C port for data transfer to the computer
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth (only connection to AM3/AM5)

Cooled USB 3.0 astro camera with Sony IMX571 color sensor AND guiding sensor in one housing

• Imaging and guiding with only one telescope - without off-axis guider - due to the integrated guiding sensor
• Highly sensitive guiding sensor
• Powerful Peltier cooling
• Sony IMX571 APS-C format color sensor - back-illuminated
• High resolution due to 3.76 µm pixels
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor
• Anti-dew heater already installed
• No amplifier glow
• Telescope side connection: M54x0.75 female thread
• Working distance only 17.5 mm from the internal thread
• Telescope and mount in the third picture are for illustration only and not included.

A powerful color camera with Peltier cooling for a very competitive price - the CMOS camera can be used in any field of astrophotography.

• Sensor: 1/1.2" CMOS IMX585 with 8.29 megapixel resolution
• Sensor size: 6.26 mm x 11.13 mm - Diagonal: 12.84 mm
• Very high resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels with 2.9 µm size
• Approx. 91 % QE - high sensitivity for short exposure times
• Powerful pelier cooling up to 35 °C below ambient temperature
• High frame rate of 47 fps also suitable for EAA
• Full well capacity 40 ke-
• Starvis 2 technology with back illumination
• USB 3.0 for fast image download
• DDR Memory Buffer 512MB
• 12 bit ADC
• No amplifier glow (amp glow)
• Extensive scope of delivery

Fully automatic GoTo telescope for astrophotography with built-in camera - photographing the starry sky has never been so easy.

• Triplet APO objective with 30 mm aperture and 150 mm focal length with true apochromatic image
• Sony IMX662 color sensor with 6.45 mm diagonal and high resolution with 2.9 µm pixels - 2.10 megapixels
• Larger angle of view than the Seestar S50, plus wide-angle system with over nine times the field diameter
• WiFi and Bluetooth control via smartphone or tablet app
• Three versatile shooting modes: solar system objects, deep-sky objects, scenic views
• Recommendations for objects that can be seen that night, combined with quick setup so you can use your valuable time for observation
• Select one of more than 4000 objects, wait for the telescope to find it and start shooting.
• Three permanent built-in filters: UV/IR block filter for all objects, duo-band filter to increase contrast for all gas nebulae, dark filter for calibration
• One-touch capture of the Sun, Moon, planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters
• Smarter Mosaic Photography - time-saving and effortless (automatically captures the selected region)
• Magnetically adhering front solar filter for observing the sun
• Sensors for tripod leveling via the app
• Low power consumption for long battery life (4 hours video mode, 6 hours in general)
• Autofocus ensures sharp and high-contrast images
• AI noise reduction for smoother and more beautiful images
• Very portable with a weight of only about 1.8 kg

• Complete control of your camera, autoguider and automatic tracking of your mount via your smartphone or tablet
• Large memory capacity of 256 GB
• Wireless control - no tangled wires between mount, camera and computer
• Standalone autoguider function in combination with a suitable camera like the ASI120Mini - ideal for all astrophotographers with DSLR, no more need for a computer in the field
• Image preview and focusing assistance in real time for convenient and precise focusing
• Debayer for all ASI color astro cameras with image processing
• Almost all mounts are supported, e.g. Skywatcher or iOptron
• ASIAIR works with iOS and Android operating system
• Simple to use and interface with clearly arranged surface
• ASIAIR supports also DSLR cameras and mirrorless system cameras
• Finder bracket is included in the scope of delivery, so ASIAIR can be mounted on the telescope instead of a finder.
• The microSD card slot of the previous versions has been removed. You can use USB memory sticks or transfer the data to a computer via the USB-C port.

With the use of a mobile app, this telescope allows for easy capturing of sky objects such as the Sun, Moon, galaxies and nebulae.

• 50 mm aperture and 250 mm focal length allow for a compact design, triplet design for high image quality
• Sony IMX462 supplies "Full HD" quality
• WiFi and Bluetooth - use smartphone or tablet app for controlling
• Recommendations for objects to view at the specific night, combined with quick setup, so you use your valuable time for observing
• Select an object, wait for the telescope to locate it and start shooting
• Two permanently installed filters: UV/IR cut filter for all objects, UHC for increasing the contrast of all emission nebulae
• Live stacking mode, so increasing image color and details while viewing
• Sensors for tripod levelling via app
• Low power consumption for extended battery life
• Auto focus ensures sharp and crisp images
• Super compact and lightweight: 142x129x257 mm, 3 kg
• Bundle with dust cap
  

Die Colorkamera bietet einen großen Sensor, hohe Empfindlichkeit, Auflösung und Bildrate. Sie ist hervorragend für Planeten, aber auch für Sonne sowie Mond geeignet, und selbst für Deep Sky.

• Sensor: 1/1,2" CMOS IMX585 mit 8,29 Megapixeln Auflösung
• Sensorgröße: 6,26 mm x 11,13 mm - Diagonale: 12,84 mm
• Sehr hohe Auflösung: 3840 x 2160 Pixel mit 2,9 µm Größe
• Ca. 91 % QE - hohe Empfindlichkeit für kurze Belichtungszeiten
• Durch hohe Bildrate von 47 fps auch gut für EAA geeignet
• Full Well Kapazität 40 ke-
• Starvis 2 Technologie mit Back Illumination
• USB 3.0 für schnellen Download der Bilder
• 12 bit ADC
• Kein Verstärkerglühen (amp glow)
• Passive Kühlung mit Wärmeableitung gegen ein Erwärmen des Sensors bei Langzeitbelichtung
• Gute Eignung für Deep Sky Aufnahmen
• AR Schutzfilter eingebaut mit vollem Durchlass auch im Infraroten
• Inklusive ST4-Level Autoguidingschnittstelle

This camera is excellent for sun and moon with its large sensor, but can also be used very well for deep sky because of the low noise.

• Sensor: 1.1" CMOS IMX432 with 1.77 megapixels resolution
• Sensor size: 9.9 mm x 14.5 mm - diagonal: 17.6 mm
• Large image field - very well suited for sun and moon
• Pixels with 9.0 µm size and corresponding light sensitivity
• With approx. 79 % QE a still high efficiency for short exposure times
• Very well suited for EAA due to high frame rate of 120 fps
• Full well capacity 97 ke-
• Starvis technology with back illumination
• USB 3.0 for fast download of images
• 12 bit ADC
• No amplifier glow (amp glow)
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation against heating of the sensor during long time exposures
• Good suitability for deep sky imaging
• AR protection filter built in with full transmission also in infrared
• ST4 level autoguiding interface included

The camera offers an extremely high resolution and is optimized for lunar and planetary photography without additional Barlow directly in the focus of the telescope.

• Sensor: 1/28" CMOS IMX715 with 8.46 megapixel resolution
• Sensor size: 5.6 mm x 3.2 mm - Diagonal: 6.45 mm
• Extremely high resolution: 1.45 µm pixel size
• SONY STARVIS 2 technology - back illuminated pixel technology
• With approx. 80 % QE a high sensitivity for short exposure times
• Ideal for moon and planets but also for small deep-sky objects and high-resolution microscope photography
• USB 3.0 for fast image download
• Low readout noise (from 0.72 e-)
• Well suited for EAA due to high frame rate of 45.1 fps
• 12 bit ADC
• No more amp glow detectable
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation to prevent the sensor from heating up during long exposures
• Wide field lens (detachable) included in scope of delivery
• AR protection filter built in with full transmission even in the infrared band
• Including ST4-level autoguiding interface

Powerful monochrome astro camera with very fast Sony 2.1 megapixel sensor - with autoguiding connector

• Powerful BW camera for lunar and planetary photography and for deep-sky photography
• Highly sensitive in the infrared range - helps to suppress bad seeing
• Resolution 2.1 MP - 1936 x 1096 PX
• Pixel size 2.9 µm
• Sensor: 1/2.8" CMOS IMX462 with very high quantum efficiency (sensitivity) and low readout noise
• DDR Memory Buffer 256 MB - buffer for a more stable data transport
• Includes 2.1 mm all-sky lens for spectacular overview shots - with T2 connection thread
• Maximum 136.1 fps (frames per second) at full resolution
• Short download time through USB 3.0
• Extremely compact - only 62 mm x 36 mm
• Autoguiding connector (ST-4)
• AR protection filter built-in - full transmission even in infrared

High-performance monochrome astro camera - large 2.3 megapixel sensor for solar, lunar and planetary photography and for deep-sky imaging

• 1/1.2" sensor IMX174LLJ CMOS
• Resolution 2.3 MP - 1936 x 1216 PX
• Pixel size 5.86 µm
• Sensor size: 11.34 mm x 7.13 mm
• Extremely high frame rate of 164 fps, global shutter
• Minimal download time through USB 3.0
• Very compact - only 62 mm x 41 mm
• Autoguiding port (ST-4)
• AR protect window built-in - full transmission also in IR

• SONY STARVIS 2 technology - back illuminated pixel technology
• USB 3.0 for fast download of images
• No more amp glow detectable
• Passive cooling with heat dissipation against heating of the sensor during long time exposures
• Good suitability for deep sky imaging
• Rich field lens (removable) included in scope of delivery

The short adapter allows using 1.25" filters directly in front of the sensor.

• Male thread: T2-thread (male)
• Female thread: M28 filter thread / 1.25" filter thread (female)
• The adapter is so short that the female T2 thread of the ASI camera can be fully used for connection - see image at left

The ASI 482 CMOS color camera offers a very high sensitivity with a QE of 85% and a large modern Sony sensor for all applications in astrophotography.

• Sony IMX 482 2 MP backlit sensor
• Sensor size 11.1 x 6.2 mm - diagonal 12.86 mm
• 1920 x 1080 pixels with up to 83 fps
• 5.8 µm pixel - ideal for Maksutovs or Cassegrains for optimal resolution
• Sony Starvis and Exmor-R technology
• USB 3.0 for fast image download - also compatible with USB 2.0
• Video astronomy and EAA with up to 83 frames per second possible
• ST4-level autoguider interface included
• AR protection filter built in with full transmission even in infrared

With the use of a mobile app, this telescope allows for easy capturing of sky objects such as the Sun, Moon, galaxies and nebulae.

• 50 mm aperture and 250 mm focal length allow for a compact design, triplet design for high image quality
• Sony IMX462 supplies "Full HD" quality
• WiFi and Bluetooth - use smartphone or tablet app for controlling
• Recommendations for objects to view at the specific night, combined with quick setup, so you use your valuable time for observing
• Select an object, wait for the telescope to locate it and start shooting
• Two permanently installed filters: UV/IR cut filter for all objects, UHC for increasing the contrast of all emission nebulae
• Live stacking mode, so increasing image color and details while viewing
• Sensors for tripod levelling via app
• Low power consumption for extended battery life
• Auto focus ensures sharp and crisp images
• Super compact and lightweight: 142x129x257 mm, 3 kg

Cooled USB 3.0 medium format monochrome camera with powerful 44x33 mm sensor for ultimate class astrophotography

• Powerful, regulated Peltier cooling up to 35 °C below ambient temperature
• Medium format sensor Sony IMX461 (44x33 mm) with 100 megapixels
• High resolution due to 3.76 µm pixels
• Peak quantum efficiency 91%!
• 16 bit ADC - dynamic range like a CCD sensor for more gradations
• No more disturbing amplifier glow (amp glow)
• Anti-Dew heating already built in
• Working distance only 22.5 mm from M68 female thread
• With only 910 grams a lightweight for its size - does not stress the focuser much
• USB 3.0 for fast data transfer
• DDR3 buffer for stable data transfer

ASIAIR Mini allows control of all ASI USB 3.0, ASI Mini cameras, selected DSLR and mirrorless cameras, and mounts via smartphone or tablet.

• Complete control of your camera, autoguider and automatic tracking of your mount via your smartphone or tablet
• Wireless control - no tangled wires between mount, camera and computer
• Standalone autoguider function in combination with a suitable camera like the ASI120Mini - ideal for all astrophotographers with DSLR, no more need for a computer in the field
• Image preview and focusing assistance in real time for convenient and precise focusing
• Debayer for all ASI color astro cameras with image processing
• Almost all mounts are supported, e.g. Skywatcher or iOptron
• ASIAIR works with iOS and Android operating system
• Simple to use and interface with clearly arranged surface
• ASIAIR supports also DSLR and mirrorless cameras