New Astronomy Cameras Coming from ZWO
ZWO has some exciting new cameras coming in the next few months!
The first two are the long-anticipated ZWO ASI6200 Pro full-frame cameras, available in color and monochrome . These high-end cooled 16-bit cameras feature the Sony IMX455 CMOS sensor with 61.2 megapixels (9600 x 6400), a QE of 80%, and a bit depth of 51ke. These are superb deep-sky imaging cameras for serious astrophotographers, with 3.78 micron pixels capable of revealing extremely fine detail and, when cooled, with noise below that of current DSLRs. According to ZWO, these will be available in January 2020.
Also on the new-product list are the ZWO ASI183GT and ZWO ASI1600GT monochrome cameras. Based on the popular 20.2 megapixel ASI183MM-Pro and 16.0 megapixel ASI1600MM-Pro cameras, these new systems include an integrated 5-Position 1.25"/31mm filter wheel for seamless operation when using color and narrowband filters. These two cameras are expected in November 2019.
Great cameras! But how much will they cost? Because of tariffs on these cameras in the U.S., which came into effect September 1, determination of the final price is pending.
Stay tuned for more information on these new ZWO cameras!
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Brian Ventrudo is a writer, scientist, and astronomy educator. He received his first telescope at the age of 5 and completed his first university course in astronomy at the age of 12, eventually receiving a master's degree in the subject. He also holds a Ph.D. in engineering physics from McMaster University. During a twenty-year scientific career, he developed laser systems to detect molecules found in interstellar space and planetary atmospheres, and leveraged his expertise to create laser technology for optical communications networks. Since 2008, Brian has taught astronomy to tens of thousands of stargazers through his websites OneMinuteAstronomer.com and CosmicPursuits.com.