The ZWO ASI585MC Pro is a powerful color camera for astrophotographers seeking maximum performance with active cooling. With the modern Sony IMX585 CMOS sensor, this camera delivers razor-sharp images of planets, the moon, and even deep-sky objects like nebulae and galaxies.
What makes this camera unique is its combination of high resolution, speed, and sensitivity – without disturbing amplifier glow (amp glow). With small 2.9 µm pixels, you can achieve stunning resolution with telescopes from f/10 onwards. Perfect for detailed imaging without needing a Barlow.
Key Features
- Sony IMX585 sensor (8.3 MP) – high resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels
- Pixel size of 2.9 µm – ideal match for f/10 telescopes like Maksutovs
- Completely amp glow-free – clean images, even with longer exposures
- Frame rate up to 47 fps – sharpness through stacking or real-time observation
- Active Peltier cooling to -35 °C – low noise even in summer temperatures
Applications
✓ Detailed planetary photography with high frame rate
✓ Capture full-resolution lunar and solar disk (with solar filter)
✓ Photograph deep-sky objects with long exposures
✓ Take IR images to minimize seeing effects
✓ Live stacking or EAA thanks to high sensitivity and noise reduction
✓ Reliable sensor performance with temperature control
The ASI585MC Pro is particularly suitable for demanding astrophotographers who want to work without noise or artifacts. Thanks to active cooling and precise temperature control, this camera is an excellent choice for both planetary and deep-sky imaging.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Sony IMX585 CMOS (Color) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP) |
| Pixel size | 2.9 µm |
| Sensor format | 11.2 x 6.3 mm |
| Diagonal | 12.84 mm |
| Bit depth | 12-bit |
| Full Well Capacity | 40,000 e⁻ |
| Read noise | 0.7 e⁻ |
| FPS | 47 (at full resolution) |
| Interfaces | USB 3.0, USB 2.0 |
| Cooling | Yes, Peltier to -35 °C |
| Buffer | 512 MB DDR3 |
| Telescope connection | 1.25 “, 2”, T2 |
| Weight | 410 g |
| Dimensions | Ø78 mm × 86 mm |
Additional Info
✓ Works on Windows, Mac and Linux
✓ No infrared filter – IR-cut filter recommended for true color
✓ Requires 12V power supply for active cooling
Note
Always use a suitable solar filter for solar photography. A separate IR-cut filter is recommended for true color imaging.
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