Omegon Camera veTEC 533 M Mono

The Omegon Camera veTEC 533 M Mono is designed for astrophotographers who want to get the highest quality from their images with narrowband and LRGB filters. The Sony IMX533 sensor delivers a square 9 MP image capture with extremely low noise and no amp-glow, making even the faintest nebula structures visible.

The cooling system brings the sensor down to 35°C below ambient temperature, making shots consistent even in warmer conditions. Combined with darkframes, you can accurately reduce noise. Because it is a monochrome camera, you use filters to collect data by channel (L, R, G, B or narrowband). This gives more detail and flexibility than a color camera and makes the camera popular with advanced astrophotographers.

The camera has a built-in USB hub, so accessories such as a filter wheel or focuser can be connected directly to the camera. This reduces the number of cables and keeps the setup uncluttered. Thanks to the standard T2 and 2” connector, it is widely compatible.

Specifications

• Sensor: Sony IMX533, monochrome, back-illuminated
• Sensor format: 11.3 × 11.3 mm (diagonal 16 mm)
• Resolution: 3008 × 3008 pixels (9 MP)
• Pixel size: 3.76 µm
• Bit depth: 14 bit
• Quantum efficiency: >80%
• Full well capacity: approx. 50 ke-
• Reading noise: 1.0 - 2.5 e- (depending on gain)
• Frame rate: approx. 20 fps at full resolution
• Active cooling: up to 35 °C below ambient temperature (12 V, 3 A)
• Interface: USB 3.0 + 2× USB 2.0 hub
• Connection: 2” and T2 (M42x0.75)
• Backfocus: 17.5 mm

Application

• Deep-sky photography - perfect for emission and reflection nebulae, galaxies and globular clusters, especially when combined with narrow-band filters.
• Planets and Moon - Due to its low noise and high sensitivity, it is also useful for planet and Moon photography.
• Advanced setups - Ideal for automation with filter wheels and astrophotography software.

What makes this camera special?

The veTEC 533 M Mono offers a perfect balance between compact size and professional performance. The monochrome sensor captures more detail than a color camera and enables high-quality LRGB and narrowband images. The lack of amp-glow and very low noise make this camera a reliable tool for serious deep-sky projects