The ASI533MC PRO camera integrates Sony's advanced IMX533, a 1-inch square, 9.07MP back-illuminated CMOS image sensor, specifically designed for high-definition, low-noise imaging. It boasts a pixel size of 3.76 microns and can capture up to 20 frames per second in 14-bit mode. The low read-out noise, comparable to SCMOS or EMCCD sensors, makes it highly effective for capturing detailed astronomical images.
ZWO ASI533MC Pro DSO camera key features:
- High Definition Imaging: 9.07MP resolution with a 3.76 µm pixel size.
- Fast Frame Rate: Up to 20 frames per second in 14-bit mode.
- Low Noise Performance: Read-out noise as low as 1.0e.
55mm back focus length
Sony's back-illuminated technology in the ASI533MC PRO significantly enhances sensitivity and reduces noise, crucial for astrophotography. This design minimizes the degradation of sensitivity due to obstructions like metal wiring and transistors, which are moved to the reverse side of the silicon substrate. The unique photo-diode structure and on-chip lens optimized for back-illumination contribute to superior image quality.
Optical Design:
- Back-Illuminated Sensor: Enhances light gathering and improves noise reduction.
- Optimized Pixel Structure: Increases sensitivity and reduces random noise.
- Advanced Optical Components: Custom photo-diode structure and on-chip lens for sharper images.
ZWO ASI533MC PRO USB 3.0
The ASI533MC PRO is equipped with a USB 3.0 interface, ensuring quick data transfer rates, and includes 256MB DDR3 memory for stable downloading of frames. This camera is designed to be powered by an external DC 12V @3A~5A power supply, and it supports various power options including compatible lithium batteries. It is crucial to use the correct voltage to prevent damage to the camera.
- USB 3.0 Interface: For high-speed data transfer.
- External Power Supply: Requires DC 12V @3A~5A, compatible with lithium batteries.
- Memory Support: 256MB DDR3 for efficient frame handling.Z
ZWO ASI533MC PRO specs:
- Sensor: Sony IMX533MC
- Diagonal: 15.97mm
- Resolution: 9 Mega Pixel 3008*3008
- Pixel Size: 3.76μm
- Max FPS at full resolution: 20fps
- Bayer Pattern: RGGB
- Shutter: Rolling shutter
- Exposure Range: 32μs-2000s
- ROI: Supported
- Read Noise: 1.0-3.8e
- QE peak: TBD
- Full well: 50000e
- ADC:14bit
- DDRIII Buffer: 256MB
- Non-volatile memory/On camera storage: Build-in total 192K byte user-accessible space(image size up to 480X320)
- Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
- Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
- Adaptor: M42X0.75
- Protect window: D32-2-AR
- Dimensions: 78mm Diameter
- Weight: 470g
- Back Focus Distance: 17.5mm
- Cooling: Regulated Two Stage TEC
- Delta T: 35°C-35°C below ambient
- Camera Power consumption: 650mA at 5V
- Cooler Power consumption: 12V at 3A Max
- Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C
- Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80%
- Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95%
- Max FPS at full resolution:
- 14Bit ADC
- 3008×3008 19.88fps
- 1920×1080 54.11fps
- 1280×720 79.74fps
- 640×480 116.55ps
- 320×240 216.45fps
- more resolutions are in software, support customize resolution.
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