Orion Starshoot COLOR CCD Camera - Chip Sony D=9.6 mm - Pixel 8.3 µm

Orion StarShoot G3 Deep Space Color-Single Shot Imaging Camera

An affordable and capable color astrophotography camera for anyone interested in taking amazing color images from the sky directly with a telescope, without a need for filters.

Features a 1/2" format CCD color sensor and an on-board thermoelectric cooler (TEC) which are normally only available on much more costly cameras. High-tech features such as 16-bit A/D conversion, regulated thermoelectric cooling, on-board fan and more. The Orion StarShoot G3 Color can also be used as a dedicated, high-performance, low-noise autoguider with ST-4 output jack built right in.

Complete Orion Camera Studio software is included for easy image capture, processing, and sharing of your astrophotos. Compatible with Windows (64 bit) 7, 8 and 10. ASCOM drivers are also included for use with other imaging software programs, or for autoguiding use.


Good storage is an important preventive measure against dew and also extends the service life:

After use, put the camera straight into the TS Protect Case and add some silica gel. During storage, the silica gel absorbs the moisture from the camera. At the same time, the penetration of moist room air is prevented. Dry storage can even partially regenerate the small desiccant tablets in cooled cameras. Your camera or accessories are always ready for you in optimum condition. You can find the silica gel and the case in our product recommendations.

The cameras are not airtight, so if the camera remains on the telescope, it is exposed to moisture. The small amount of desiccant in the camera can protect the sensor and the inside of the protective glass from moisture for the duration of the exposure, but not for days on end. Moisture problems can be the result. A simple trick is to stretch a plastic bag around the focuser to which the camera is attached so that no air can get in. Silica gel is placed in a small cloth bag inside the plastic bag. This will also create a "dry climate zone" for the camera on the telescope. This allows you to leave the camera on the telescope for a few days for an imaging session lasting several days.

In the medium and long term, however, this is no substitute for proper storage in an airtight case with silica gel.

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