Camera ZWO ASI2600MC-AIR COLOR

Camera ZWO ASI2600MC Air Color

The fantastic new camera from ZWO, the cooled ASI2600MC Air Color is a One Shot camera with a USB 3.0 port and built-in ASIAIR device. Its dynamic range of 16 stops can reach a depth comparable to CCD cameras, but with a much higher sensitivity. It incorporates a large, state-of-the-art back-illuminated APS-C sensor, one of Sony's most light-sensitive CMOS sensors.

The camera ZWO ASI 2600 MC Air Color with ASIAIR features the necessary connections to use a complete computer, saving on USB ports and power inputs.

It also incorporates a highly sensitive guidance sensor (SC2210) (QE peak 92%) that makes it possible to dispense with the classic secondary telescope for guidance.

Camera well suited for all astronomical applications, but especially for deep sky astrophotography. High performance even in low light. It is also suitable for lunar and planetary imaging as its exposure times are extremely short due to its high sensitivity.

With her ZWO is exceeded by a Sony IMX 571 APS-C format color sensor with extremely high sensitivity and a 16-bit dynamic range that achieves much higher performances than 12-bit sensors, whatever the exposure time.

It has a resolution of 6248x4176 and 26 Mpx.

Its 256GB buffer increases the speed of sensor reading and image downloading.

Unlike its predecessor the ASI 071 MC-Pro, the new ASI 2600 MC-Pro has a back-illuminated sensor (BSI) that allows it to achieve 80% quantum efficiency providing a new level of grayscales, previously unimaginable.

Equipped with USB 3.0 port facilitates high download speed and prevents data loss during download. It also has two USB 2.0 ports that can be used, for example, to connect a guidance camera.

With exceptional sensitivity, high quantum efficiency and low Ampglow thanks to BACK ILLUMINATION technology, this camera offers outstanding performance.

Traditional CMOS sensors produce a weak infrared light source during operation, which produces "amp glow" in the images. The new sensor in the ASI 2600-MC PRO uses the Zero AmpGlow system that eliminates amplifier glow even at high gain and long exposure.

Sony has developed, for this sensor, a lens optimized by a new back illumination system that provides higher sensitivity and lower read noise compared to the conventional front illumination system of previous sensors. With a conventional front illumination structure, a light-sensitive area (photodiode) is formed on the sensor that prevents photon collection through the lens. However, the back-illuminated structure reduces sensitivity degradation and increases the amount of light reaching each pixel by moving the wiring and transmitters to the back of the sensor's silicon plate.

DDR3 buffer for stable data transfer even with USB 2.0: minimizes amplifier overload.

The camera features an enhanced 2-stage TEC cooling system that can reduce the temperature of the CMOS sensor up to 40° below ambient temperature, which reduces sensor noise even with long exposure times. (The cooling system requires external power supply)

Its high resolution of 26 Mp of 3.76 microns makes it ideal for fast (low focal ratio) and accurate telescopes such as Apos, HyperStar, Newton telescopes, etc.

Main sensor

The main IMX571 sensor has an APS-C format and 26 MP pixels in total. The size is 23.5 mm wide x 15.7 mm high and the diagonal is 28.3 mm. The small pixel size of 3.76 um x 3.76 um allows for an impressive total depth of 50 ke. With new hardware technology, it even expands to 73 ke.

Guided sensor

The SC2210 sensor of the ASI220MM Mini camera has a very high sensitivity. The peak QE value reaches 92 % at 500 nm. The read noise is as low as 0.6 e. As a new generation guiding sensor, it has achieved excellent guiding results, proven by hundreds of astrophotographers.





ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF THE NIGHT SKY IN ANY LOCATION

Start your journey in astrophotography with great comfort

The ASI2600MC Air combines guidance, image capture and intelligent control in a compact and lightweight device. Forget complex setups and enjoy a seamless, hassle-free astrophotography experience.

Effortlessly connect multiple devices

4 USB 2.0 ports for your focuser, filter wheel and mount; DC 12V 10A input/output ports for reliable power; and USB Type-C port for fast file transfers: you can concentrate on capturing stunning images without worrying about connectivity issues.

Shoot with confidence: ample storage space and stability

With a massive 256GB eMMC storage capacity, the ASI2600MC Air allows you to capture multiple targets with ease. Rigorously tested with over 300 benchmark tests, it ensures system stability. In addition, USB 2.0 ports support up to 1TB of external storage, giving you plenty of room for all your astrophotography needs.

Immerse yourself in the rich details of the celestial objectives

In expanded mode, the full-well capacity of this camera reaches 73Ke, which is 1.46 times that of the IMX571 sensor (51ke), making long exposure shots less prone to overexposure. The large full-well capability and high dynamic range allow both light and dark areas to be captured with stunning clarity and detail. Witness miraculous lens detail and color like never before!

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Model: ZWO ASI2600MC Air Refrigerated
• Type: color
• Resolution: 6248 x 4176 pixels, 26 Mpx
• Pixel size: 3.76 µm
• Sensor: Sony IMX571 CMOS back-illuminated sensor
• Sensor dimensions: 23,5 mm x 15,7 mm
• Dynamic range: 16 bits (65536 brightness levels per pixel)
• Reading noise: 1.0e - 3.3e
• Speed: 20 fps
• Cooling system: active by Peltier effect + fan
• Quantum efficiency > 80%
• Exposure range: 32us - 2000s
• 3 12 V jack connections
• 4 USB 2.0
• 1 USB-C
• Wifi Antenna
• Dimensions: 73.5 mm in length x 78 mm in diameter