ZWO ASI174MM 2.3 MP CMOS Monochrome Astronomy Camera with USB 3.0
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- ZWO ASI174MM advanced monochrome astronomy camera with 2.35 megapixel CMOS sensor with 1936x1216 resolution, 5.86 μm pixels, and 13.4 mm diagonal size
- Ideal for capturing high-resolution images of the Moon, planets, Sun (with proper solar filter), and brighter deep-sky objects.
- Advanced Sony IMX174 sensor with Exmor technology for high-speed processing, low noise, and low power dissipation
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer at up to 164 fps at maximum 1936x1216 resolution and 397 fps at 640x480; interface is backward compatible to USB 2.0
- Attractive red anodized CNC aluminum body stands up to heavy field use
- Ready to go out of the box with cables, adapters, and manual; Software and drivers available from manufacturer's website
- Compact body with dimension 62mm diameter and 36mm length, and weight of only 120 g (4.2 oz)
The ZWO ASI174MM is a sensitive and state-of-the-art monochrome astronomy camera with 2.35 megapixel resolution and USB 3.0 download speed. Built around the Sony IMX174 sensor, this advanced camera has a resolution of 1936x1216 with 5.86 μm pixel size. It's ideal for high-resolution imaging of the Moon, Sun (with proper solar filter), and planets, as well as brighter deep-sky objects.
The heart of this monochrome camera is a Type 1/1.2 CMOS sensor with 13.4 mm diagonal. With a quantum efficiency (QE) of 78%, this advanced sensor incorporates Sony's Exmor technology that enables high-speed processing, low noise, and low power dissipation using column parallel A/D conversion.
The IMX174 sensor also uses Sony's Pregius Global Shutter function with analog memory to permit the scanning of all pixels simultaneously. This improves image quality by ensuring images of moving objects avoid focal plane distortion, a feature which is especially helpful when performing solar or lunar imaging during moments of wind and bad seeing.
The sensor shutter technology and fast USB 3.0 interface on the camera allow transfer rates of up to 164 frames per second at full 1936x1216 resolution. At reduced resolution of 640x480, download rates up to 397 fps become possible. Using the sensor's ROI (Region of Interest) mode, which lets you capture up to 16 areas inside the effective pixels, even higher frame rates are possible. The camera enables exposure times of 32 μs to 300 s (5 minutes).
The ASI174MM has a robust and attractive CNC machined red-anodized aluminum body that stands up to heavy field use. An AR-coated glass window protects the sensor and helps keep images sharp. A 1/4-20 thread in the bottom of the camera makes it easy to attach the device to a camera tripod or mount, and four M4 threads along the outside edge offer additional mounting options.
This camera can be configured with the following connections for attachment to telescopes and imaging
accessories:
- 1.25” nosepiece
- 2” nosepiece (composed of 2 or 3 included adapters)
- Male T/T2 Thread (M42x0.75)
- Female M28.5x0.6 thread
The ZWO ASI174MM astronomy camera can be used on just about any telescope. A M42-threaded 1.25" nosepiece, and a 1.25" cover also come with the camera. When used for autoguiding, the camera can also work with Maxim DL or PHD when guiding with long exposures.
ZWO has phased out software CDs, but this camera comes with instructions to download the required control software and drivers directly from the ZWO website.
Camera Technical Details
- Sensor: 1/1.2″ CMOS IMX174LLJ / IMX174LQJ
- Resolution: 2.3Mega Pixels 1936×1216
- Pixel Size: 5.86µm
- Exposure Range: 32µs-300s
- ROI: Supported
- Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
- Bit rate: 12bit output(12bit ADC)
- Telescope connection: 2" nosepiece / 1.25" nosepiece / M42X0.75 female T thread
- Dimension: φ62mm X 41mm
- Weight: 140g
- Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C
- Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80%
- Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95%
Supported Resolutions
Binning 1×1:
- 12bit ADC:
- 1936X1216@128FPS
- 640×480@309FPS
- 320×240@577FPS
Binning 2×2:
- 968×608@128FPS
Binning 1×1:
- 10bit ADC:
- 1936X1216@164FPS
- 640×480@397FPS
- 320×240@740FPS
Binning 2×2:
- 968×608@164FPS
Manufacturer Part Number: ASI74MC
Product carries a 1 year manufacturer warranty against mechanical defects (within USA only).
This camera can be configured with the following connections for attachment to telescopes and imaging
accessories:
- 1.25” nosepiece
- 2” nosepiece (optional 2” extension strongly recommended)
- Female T/T2 thread (M42x0.75)
- Female C/CS thread (1”x32TPI)
- Female M28.5x0.6 thread
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This item comes complete with:
- ZWO ASI USB 3.0 Camera Body (does not include the lens)
- M42-1.25″ nosepiece
- 1.25″ Cover
- 2 m long USB cable
- 2 m long ST4 guider cable
- Instructions for downloading drivers and software from ZWO website
- ZWO ASI174MM advanced monochrome astronomy camera with 2.35 megapixel CMOS sensor with 1936x1216 resolution, 5.86 μm pixels, and 13.4 mm diagonal size
- Ideal for capturing high-resolution images of the Moon, planets, Sun (with proper solar filter), and brighter deep-sky objects.
- Advanced Sony IMX174 sensor with Exmor technology for high-speed processing, low noise, and low power dissipation
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer at up to 164 fps at maximum 1936x1216 resolution and 397 fps at 640x480; interface is backward compatible to USB 2.0
- Attractive red anodized CNC aluminum body stands up to heavy field use
- Ready to go out of the box with cables, adapters, and manual; Software and drivers available from manufacturer's website
- Compact body with dimension 62mm diameter and 36mm length, and weight of only 120 g (4.2 oz)
The ZWO ASI174MM is a sensitive and state-of-the-art monochrome astronomy camera with 2.35 megapixel resolution and USB 3.0 download speed. Built around the Sony IMX174 sensor, this advanced camera has a resolution of 1936x1216 with 5.86 μm pixel size. It's ideal for high-resolution imaging of the Moon, Sun (with proper solar filter), and planets, as well as brighter deep-sky objects.
The heart of this monochrome camera is a Type 1/1.2 CMOS sensor with 13.4 mm diagonal. With a quantum efficiency (QE) of 78%, this advanced sensor incorporates Sony's Exmor technology that enables high-speed processing, low noise, and low power dissipation using column parallel A/D conversion.
The IMX174 sensor also uses Sony's Pregius Global Shutter function with analog memory to permit the scanning of all pixels simultaneously. This improves image quality by ensuring images of moving objects avoid focal plane distortion, a feature which is especially helpful when performing solar or lunar imaging during moments of wind and bad seeing.
The sensor shutter technology and fast USB 3.0 interface on the camera allow transfer rates of up to 164 frames per second at full 1936x1216 resolution. At reduced resolution of 640x480, download rates up to 397 fps become possible. Using the sensor's ROI (Region of Interest) mode, which lets you capture up to 16 areas inside the effective pixels, even higher frame rates are possible. The camera enables exposure times of 32 μs to 300 s (5 minutes).
The ASI174MM has a robust and attractive CNC machined red-anodized aluminum body that stands up to heavy field use. An AR-coated glass window protects the sensor and helps keep images sharp. A 1/4-20 thread in the bottom of the camera makes it easy to attach the device to a camera tripod or mount, and four M4 threads along the outside edge offer additional mounting options.
This camera can be configured with the following connections for attachment to telescopes and imaging
accessories:
- 1.25” nosepiece
- 2” nosepiece (composed of 2 or 3 included adapters)
- Male T/T2 Thread (M42x0.75)
- Female M28.5x0.6 thread
The ZWO ASI174MM astronomy camera can be used on just about any telescope. A M42-threaded 1.25" nosepiece, and a 1.25" cover also come with the camera. When used for autoguiding, the camera can also work with Maxim DL or PHD when guiding with long exposures.
ZWO has phased out software CDs, but this camera comes with instructions to download the required control software and drivers directly from the ZWO website.
Camera Technical Details
- Sensor: 1/1.2″ CMOS IMX174LLJ / IMX174LQJ
- Resolution: 2.3Mega Pixels 1936×1216
- Pixel Size: 5.86µm
- Exposure Range: 32µs-300s
- ROI: Supported
- Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
- Bit rate: 12bit output(12bit ADC)
- Telescope connection: 2" nosepiece / 1.25" nosepiece / M42X0.75 female T thread
- Dimension: φ62mm X 41mm
- Weight: 140g
- Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C
- Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80%
- Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95%
Supported Resolutions
Binning 1×1:
- 12bit ADC:
- 1936X1216@128FPS
- 640×480@309FPS
- 320×240@577FPS
Binning 2×2:
- 968×608@128FPS
Binning 1×1:
- 10bit ADC:
- 1936X1216@164FPS
- 640×480@397FPS
- 320×240@740FPS
Binning 2×2:
- 968×608@164FPS
Manufacturer Part Number: ASI74MC
Product carries a 1 year manufacturer warranty against mechanical defects (within USA only).
This camera can be configured with the following connections for attachment to telescopes and imaging
accessories:
- 1.25” nosepiece
- 2” nosepiece (optional 2” extension strongly recommended)
- Female T/T2 thread (M42x0.75)
- Female C/CS thread (1”x32TPI)
- Female M28.5x0.6 thread
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| Hide Found a better Shipped Price on Frontend? | No |
This item comes complete with:
- ZWO ASI USB 3.0 Camera Body (does not include the lens)
- M42-1.25″ nosepiece
- 1.25″ Cover
- 2 m long USB cable
- 2 m long ST4 guider cable
- Instructions for downloading drivers and software from ZWO website
ZWO ASI174MM 2.3 MP CMOS Monochrome Astronomy Camera with USB 3.0 # ASI174MM