Explore Scientific Camera Deep Sky Astro 26MP (78209)

The Explore Scientific Camera Deep Sky Astro 26MP is a high-performance astronomical camera designed for capturing detailed images of celestial objects. This camera features a large Sony Exmor IMX-571 CMOS sensor with APS-C format, providing excellent sensitivity and image quality. With active cooling and a high resolution of 26 megapixels, it is well-suited for both planetary and deep-sky astrophotography. The camera's versatility and advanced features make it an attractive option for both amateur and experienced astrophotographers.

Specifications:

Capacity

• Sensor type: CMOS Chip (Sony Exmor IMX-571)

• Size of chip: 23.48 x 15.67 mm (APS-C)

• Chip diagonal: 28.3 mm

• Megapixels: 26

• Pixel size: 3.76 µm

• Quantal efficiency: 80%

• Resolution: 6224 x 4168 pixels

• Binning: 1x1, 2x2, 3x3

• Bit depth: 16-bit

• Active cooling: Yes

• Max. cooling difference below room temperature: 40°C

Interfaces and Connections

• Interface: USB 3.0

• Connection to telescope: T2

• Color camera: Yes

• Operating temperature: -10°C to +50°C

• Max. exposure time: 60 minutes

• Min. exposure time: 150 µs

• Images per second: 63

• Flange focal distance: 17.5 mm

• Power supply: 12V

• Shutter type: Rolling Shutter

• Cable length: 1.5 m & 2 m

• Supported operating systems: Windows 10 & 11

Memory and Processing

• Buffer memory: 512 MB

• Internal memory: DDR 3 RAM

Special Features

• Filter thread: Yes

• Filter wheel: No

• Transport case: Yes

• Barrel adapters: 2"

General Specifications

• Type: Astronomical Camera

• Weight: 550 g

• Diameter: 80 mm

• Length: 102 mm

• Outer material: Aluminium

Area of Application

• AllSky, Meteors: No

• Autoguider: No

• Moon & Planets: Yes

• Nebulae & galaxies: Yes

This camera is specifically designed for astrophotography, capable of capturing high-quality images of various celestial objects, including the moon, planets, nebulae, and galaxies. Its large sensor, active cooling, and advanced features make it a versatile tool for both planetary and deep-sky imaging.