ASI 6200MM-P Professional CMOS Mono Full Frame Size Camera
The ZWO ASI6200MM Pro is a full-frame size camera for astrophotographers who expect top-class results. The sensor has a dynamic range similar to that of a CCD sensor, but with a much higher sensitivity. The camera can be used on all well corrected telescopes and with only 700 grams it is a real lightweight.
Link to a detailed test and review: ASI_6200MM_Pro_en.pdfFull frame format and high resolution
The Sony IMX455 sensor offers true full frame format with 24x36 mm dimensions and a diagonal of 43.3 mm. With 3.76 µm pixels, even fine details, for example in galaxy arms, can be resolved. A gigantic field and high resolution - that´s what this camera with its 62-MP sensor offers.
Back illumination technology
Sony’s back-illuminated CMOS image sensor improves sensitivity and noise reduction – the key factors to enhancing image quality, while radically realigning their fundamental pixel structure from front-illumination to back-illumination. It has retained the advantages of CMOS image sensors such as low power consumption and high-speed operation.
The backside exposure improves the light absorption and increases the amount of light at the same time. This allows significantly shorter exposure times and leads to an improved quantum efficiency of 80%.
Sony has newly developed a unique photo-diode structure and on-chip lens optimized for back-illuminated structures, that achieves a higher sensitivity and a lower random noise without light by reducing noise, dark current and defect pixels compared to the conventional front-illuminated structure.
Zero amp glow
Traditional CMOS sensors produce a weak infrared light source during operation quite often seen in the corner of uncalibrated images as the tell tale signs of ‘amp glow’. As the ASI6200MM Pro uses zero amp glow circuitry, you won’t have to worry about amp glow even when using high gain, long exposure imaging.
Anti-dew heater integrated
The ASI6200 Pro comes with the polyimide heater that can avoid any dew problems.
The anti-dew heater, which fits completely onto the protective window, heats it up slightly to prevent condensation problems.
The power of the anti-dew heater is approx. 5 W. It can be turned off in the software to save power.
Important: external power supply required!
This camera requires 1 amp even in uncooled operation, which is a problem for USB sockets on computers, because they are only rated for 900 mA (0.9 A).
Stable operation of the camera is therefore only possible with an external 12 V power supply.
Optimal support by Teleskop-Service before and after purchase:
We work with the cameras ourselves and can offer you optimal advice. Which camera matches your telescope, how do you achieve optimal adaptation? Teleskop-Service is one of the biggest ZWO dealers. Due to our contacts, we offer best possible service also after purchase.
Downloads, drivers:
ZW Optical supplies software and drivers online for free download.
Software and drivers for all ZWO camerasFrequently Asked Questions about ZWO cameras:
The FAQ section is constantly updated by ZWO, here you can find the answers to many questions.
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Link to the manualsHow to clean my ZWO camera:
The manufacturer provides a manual that covers how to clean an ASI camera and regenerate the desiccant tablets:
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Industrial sensor versus Customer sensor - an important info from ZWO:
The biggest difference between the industrial and consumer sensor is the operating temperature range, which is specified in the 455 datasheet. The guaranteed operating temperature of the consumer 455 is -10 °C to 75 °C, while the industrial grade is -30 °C to 85 °C.
The image quality is absolutely the same whether you use the consumer or the industrial sensor. There is no noticeable difference between the consumer and industrial sensor for astrophotography. Consumer sensors are ideal for astrophotography. Everything else is a pure advertising argument.
All ZWO cameras use consumer sensors. The sensors meet the requirements of upscale astrophotography without any problems.
Link to a detailed test and review:
ASI_6200MM_Pro_en.pdfLink to a nice image taken with this camera
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