Omegon Camera veTEC 455 C Color

The Omegon Camera veTEC 455 C Color is a full-frame astro camera for photographers who want to take their deep-sky imaging to the next level. Thanks to the large sensor with high resolution, you can capture an enormous field of view full of fine structures. The cooling system ensures minimal noise, making even the faintest details in nebulae and galaxies visible.

The Sony IMX455 back-illuminated sensor is known for its high sensitivity and dynamic range. This means you can capture objects that would easily be lost in the background with smaller sensors. The active cooling brings the sensor to 30°C below ambient temperature, keeping long exposures clean and consistent.

For those who want to capture as much detail as possible in a single shot without working with complex filter wheels or mosaics, this color camera offers a direct solution. The built-in USB hub makes connecting accessories easy and reduces the number of loose cables.

Specifications

• Sensor: Sony IMX455 CMOS, color, back-illuminated
• Sensor size: 36 × 24 mm (full-frame)
• Resolution: 9576 × 6388 pixels (approx. 61 MP)
• Pixel size: 3.76 µm
• Bit depth: 16 bit
• Quantum efficiency: >85%
• Full well capacity: approx. 51 ke-
• Read noise: very low, depending on gain (typically 1.5 e-)
• Dynamic range: wide, ideal for high dynamic range objects
• Exposure time: 0.001 s to 60 min
• Binning: 1×1 and 2×2 hardware, higher software binning possible
• Active cooling: up to 30°C below ambient temperature (12 V, 3 A)
• Interface: USB 3.0 + 2× USB 2.0 hub
• Connection: 2″ and T2 (M42x0.75)
• Back focus: 17.5 mm
• Dimensions: Ø 84 mm × 104 mm, weight approx. 700 g

(Exact values may vary; consult the official manual for details.)

Application

• Deep-sky photography: capture enormous fields of view of emission nebulae, galaxies, and globular clusters in a single shot.
• Wide-field projects: ideal for mosaic-free imaging and wide-angle optics.
• Astrophotography without filters: the color sensor enables direct RGB imaging, even from dark locations.

What Makes this Camera Distinctive

The Omegon veTEC 455 C Color combines the advantages of a full-frame sensor with active cooling in a compact, robust housing. The very high resolution, low noise, and wide dynamic range make this camera a direct competitor to the well-known ZWO ASI6200MC Pro, but with a more attractive price and an integrated USB hub for simpler setup.