Omegon Camera veLOX 662 C Color: Starvis 2 planetary camera in Full HD
The veLOX 662 C is the successor to the veLOX 462 C. Both cameras operate with the same pixel size and the same resolution, but the IMX662 with Starvis 2 technology is more sensitive, especially in the red and near-infrared ranges.
The difference also lies in the storage capacity per pixel. This is significantly larger in the IMX662, which means that bright parts of the Moon or Venus clip less quickly.
Sensor and image
The 1/2.8-inch sensor measures 5.6 by 3.2 mm with a diagonal of 6.45 mm. The resolution is 1920 x 1080 pixels of 2.9 micrometers, read out with 12 bits.
The connection is made via USB 3.0, allowing the camera to achieve very high frame rates when using a crop.
Where he distinguishes himself
The extra sensitivity in the red comes in handy with Mars and with narrowband work. The larger full well capacity provides more headroom in the highlights.
Those who are primarily looking for the highest possible frame rate will look at the veLOX 462 C. Those who consider sensitivity more important will choose this 662 C.
Autoguiding with an ST4 port
The camera has a built-in ST4 port. You connect it directly to the autoguider port of your mount and correct the tracking during long exposures. The sensitivity also makes the camera a great autoguider.
PHD2 recognizes the camera natively. It also works with N.I.N.A., SharpCap, and similar programs via the ASCOM and INDI drivers.
Connect to your telescope
The housing has the shape and diameter of a 1.25-inch eyepiece. So you can slide the camera into almost any focuser. The flange distance is 12.5 mm; with the included extension tube, it becomes 17.5 mm.
The housing has C- and CS-mount threads and the shape of a 1.25-inch eyepiece. 1.25-inch filters can be screwed onto the included adapter.
Included
- Camera in anodized aluminum housing
- Adapter with 1.25 inch filter thread (C-mount to M28.5)
- Extension piece with flange distance 17.5 mm
- USB cable
- ST4 cable
Featured accessories
A dispersion corrector and a Barlow together form the standard equipment for planetary work with this camera.
For whom yes and for whom no
- ✓ Color planetary and lunar photography
- ✓ Whoever prioritizes sensitivity over maximum speed
- ✓ Use as autoguider
- ✗ Wide-field images of large nebulae
- ✗ Long exposures without cooling
Specifications
| Sensor | Sony IMX662 CMOS, color, Starvis 2 |
| Sensor format | 5.6 x 3.2 mm, diagonal 6.45 mm |
| Pixel size | 2.9 micrometers |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels (2.1 MP) |
| Bit depth | 12 bit |
| Shutter | Rolling shutter |
| Filter | UV and IR blocking filter |
| Cooling | No |
| Interfaces | USB 3.0, ST4 |
| Autoguider | Yes |
| Telescope connection | 1.25 inch, C-mount and CS-mount |
| Filter thread | 1.25 inches |
| Flange spacing | 12.5 mm |
| Binning | 2×2, 3×3, 4×4 (digital) |
| Weight | 90 g |
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