ZWO ASI678MC

The ZWO ASI678MC is an advanced uncooled color camera for high-resolution lunar and planetary photography, with exceptionally low noise and improved sensitivity. Equipped with the modern Sony IMX678 CMOS sensor, the camera offers 8.3 megapixels (3840 x 2160) in a compact design. The extremely small pixels of 2.0 µm deliver detailed images without the use of a Barlow lens.

Compared to its predecessor, the ASI178MC, the ASI678MC has significantly lower readout noise, no amplifier glow (amp glow), and higher sensitivity in the infrared spectrum. As a result, planetary details can be captured even sharper, even in poorer seeing conditions. The improved High Gain Mode also provides less noise and more dynamic range from gain value 182.

Key features

• Sony IMX678 sensor (1/1.8″) - with backlight and infrared sensitivity
• Resolution 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP) - suitable for both photography and video
• Pixel size 2.0 µm - Very high resolution at short focal lengths
• Amp glow-free design - no disturbing amplifier glow in long exposures
• Frame rate up to 47.5 fps - at full resolution
• High Gain Mode - activated from gain 182 for better performance
• Compact design weighing 126 g - ideal for any telescope composition

Applications

✓ Planetary and lunar photography with maximum sharpness ✓ Sun observation (only with suitable solar filter!) ✓ Infrared photography for less seeing influence ✓ Compact deep-sky objects such as globular clusters and planetary nebulae ✓ Electronically assisted astronomy (EAA) ✓ Autoguiding via ST4 interface

With its improved performance and exceptional image quality, the ASI678MC is the perfect upgrade for those who want to get the most out of their planetary shots. Its high resolution and sensitivity also make it surprisingly capable for compact deep-sky objects.

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