ZWO ASI662MC Color Astronomy Camera
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Key Features
- Sony IMX662 Color CMOS Sensor with 1920 × 1080 resolution, 2.9 μm pixels, and 38.2 ke- full well capacity
- High-Speed Imaging with up to 107.6 frames per second for detailed planetary and lunar captures
- Outstanding Sensitivity with peak quantum efficiency of 91%
- Stable, high-speed data transfer with USB 3.0 and 256MB DDR3 buffer
- No Amp Glow for clean, artifact-free long exposures
- High Conversion Gain (HCG) Mode, reducing read noise to 1.0e- while maintaining dynamic range
Description
ZWO ASI662MC USB 3.0 Color Astronomy Camera
The ZWO ASI662MC is a high-performance color astronomy camera designed for planetary and lunar astrophotography, as well as guiding and EAA (Electronically Assisted Astronomy). Built around the Sony IMX662 color CMOS sensor, this compact yet powerful camera captures crisp, high-contrast images with low read noise, zero amp glow, and 91% peak quantum efficiency.
With its 2.1 MP resolution (1920 × 1080) and 2.9 μm pixel size, the ASI662MC provides exceptional sensitivity, especially in low-light conditions, making it an excellent choice for capturing fine planetary details and high-resolution lunar features.
Why Choose the ASI662MC?
The ZWO ASI662MC is the ideal choice if you’re looking for a compact, reliable, and high-performance planetary camera that’s easy to use. Its color CMOS sensor captures vivid, full-color images of planets, the Moon, and other bright targets without the need for additional filters or complex setups. Combined with its zero amp glow design, high frame rate, and wide dynamic range, the ASI662MC makes planetary imaging both simple and rewarding.
Compared to the monochrome ASI662MM, which offers maximum sensitivity and flexibility for advanced users working with LRGB or narrowband filters, the ASI662MC is designed for convenience. It’s the perfect “one-shot” solution for those who want to spend more time capturing and less time processing, while still benefiting from excellent sensitivity and performance.
Perfect for
- Planetary imaging (Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Venus)
- Lunar photography with stunning detail
- Solar imaging (with a safe solar filter)
- Electronically Assisted Astronomy (EAA)
- Autoguiding support in deep-sky setups
Connection to a Telescope
ASI662MC vs. ASI662MM – Which One to Choose?
The ZWO ASI662MC is a one-shot color camera, making it simpler and more convenient for beginners and casual planetary imagers. You can capture full-color images without the need for external filters. On the other hand, the ZWO ASI662MM monochrome version offers higher sensitivity and flexibility with LRGB or narrowband filters, making it the preferred choice for advanced astrophotographers seeking maximum detail and control.
Additional information
| Manufacturer | Suzhou ZWO Co., Ltd. |
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| Manufactured in | China |
| Series | ASI 662 |
| Colour | Black & Red |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Area of application | Astrophotography, Autoguider, Beginner-Friendly Astrophotography, Deep-Sky Imaging (EAA / Bright DSOs), Lunar & Solar Imaging, Planetary Imaging, Real-time observing |
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| Sensor | CMOS Chip (Sony IMX662) |
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| Resolution (max) | 1920 × 1080 (2.1 MP) |
| Pixel size | 2.9 μm |
| Sensor size | 5.6 × 3.1 mm |
| Bit depth | 12 bit |
| Quantum efficiency (QE) | 91 % |
| Shutter type | Rolling shutter |
| Exposure time range | 32 µs to 2000 s |
| Max frame rate | 107 fps (at full resolution) |
| Read noise | 0.8 e- (typical) up to ~6.9 e- under some gains |
| Full well capacity | 38.2 ke- |
| Cooling | Passive (no TEC) |
| Interfaces | USB 3.0 |
| Internal memory | 256 MB DDR3 buffer |
| Connection (to the telescope) | T2 (M42 x 0,75) |
| Flange focal distance | 12.5 mm |
| Power Supply | 5V via USB 3.0 |
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| Length | 62 mm |
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| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Net Weight | 126 g |
| Number of boxes | 1 |
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