Product Description
The ZWO ASI385MC is a fantastic entry level ZWO camera you want for planetary imaging. The ASI385MC CMOS Color Imaging Camera is based on the Sony IMX385LQR CMOS sensor achieves double the sensitivity of the existing IMX185LQJ
The 2.12 megapixel CMOS sensor is capable of recording 120 frames per second in full resolution.
Superior performance as an image sensor for industrial applications is further achieved by combining HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology with technology that improves sensitivity in the near-infrared light region.
The ZWO ASI385MC conectivity.
ZWO has all their information available for download on their website in a perfectly laid out section. Check it out here for software and drivers and here for manuals and guides.
One of the coolest gadgets, and a neccessity according to a majority of ZWO users, is the ASIair Plus. It is an all-in-one wireless camera solution. The ASIair Plus gives you control of focus, image taking, plate solving, and computerized mount control with the included SkySafari bridge all controlled by your smartdevice or tablet. It really is pretty awesome.
Camera technical details
Sensor | 1/2" CMOS |
ADC | 12 bit |
Back Focus | |
Color or Mono | Color |
Cooled or Uncooled | Uncooled |
Dynamic Range | 12 Stops |
Full Resolution Frame Rate | 120fps |
Full Well | 18.7ke |
Mega Pixels | 2.1mp |
Peak QE | 80% |
Pixel Array | 1936x1096 |
Pixel Size | 3.75 microns |
Window | AR |
Sensor Diagonal | 8.3mm |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor | Sony IMX385 |
Guide Port | ST4 |
Read Noise | 0.7e |
Exposure Range | 32us - 2000s |
Weight | 4.2 ounces |
Tech Details
Normal Num Pixel High | 1096 |
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Normal Num Pixel Wide | 1936 |
Pixel Array | 2.1 megapixels |
Pixel Size | 3.75 microns |
Weight | 4.5 ounces |
Warranty | 2 years |