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Features

  • 5 Mega pixel color sensor with Micron® DigitalClarity® technology to dramatically reduce image noise levels
  • Software automatically filters out video frames most affected by poor atmospheric conditions, leaving only the sharpest, clearest frames to be stacked and aligned into one high-quality image
  • View and capture live video on your computer
  • Manually adjust gain, contrast, exposure time, frame rate and color saturation using your PC
  • Machined aluminum 1.25" adapter barrel with C-threads for direct threaded connection to almost any telescope

Celestron NexImage 5 Solar System Imager (5MP)

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Capture high-resolution planetary, lunar and solar images with almost any telescope with the NexImage 5 Solar System Imager. Combined with the included software package, NexImage 5 brings out tremendous detail and produces images rivaling those taken with astronomical cameras costing hundreds more.

Simply point your telescope at the Moon or a planet and record a quick video. The included software analyzes each frame of video, throws away the fuzzy ones, and perfectly aligns the remaining images. The result is a bright, clear image with the maximum amount of color and detail. NexImage 5 is a great way to get started with astroimaging, especially if you live in a light-polluted area. If you can see the planet the sky, you can image it with NexImage 5!

  • 5 Mega pixel color sensor with Micron® DigitalClarity® technology to dramatically reduce image noise levels
  • Small pixel sizes provide sub arc-second planetary detail with most telescopes
  • View and capture live video on your computer
  • Software automatically filters out video frames most affected by poor atmospheric conditions, leaving only the sharpest, clearest frames to be stacked and aligned into one high-quality image
  • Camera control software allows you to manually change the gain, contrast, exposure time, frame rate and color saturation using your PC
  • Selectable “region of interest" sub-framing
  • Machined aluminum 1.25" adapter barrel with C-threads for direct threaded connection to almost any telescope
  • Can be used with standard 1.25" eyepiece filters
  • Integrated IR-cut optical window
  • 2x2 and 4x4 binning capability in color
  • Progressive scan
  • Includes USB 2.0 cable

Specifications

Color or Monochrome Color
Power Requirements Powered by USB
USB Cable USB 2.0, cable 5' long
Camera Housing Construction ABS with aluminum connection ring
Optical Window IR Cutoff Filter
A/D Conversion 12 bit
Imaging Sensor Micron MT9P031 CMOS
Pixel Size 2.2 micron square
Camera Resolution (in Pixels) 2592 x 1944
Total Number of Pixels 5.0 MP
Mounting 1.25" barrel and C-thread
Sensor Size 5.7mm x 4.28mm (0.22" x 0.16")
Shutter Electronic Rolling Shutter
Software Compatibility iCap | IC Capture | DirectShow
Operating Environment -22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C)
Sub-Framing Hardware Selectable
Exposure Range 0.0001 to 30 seconds
Frames per second 6.23 to 52.37 at the lowest resolution, 0.71 to 5.99 at the highest resolution
Back Focus Distance 13.1mm with nosepiece | 10.6mm without nosepiece
USB Connection High-Speed USB 2.0 cable
Recommended/Best Usage Getting started in lunar, solar, and planetary imaging
Key Features 5.0 MP resolution at low cost. Larger sensor is great for lunar and solar imaging
Weight 2.0 oz (57 g)
Included Items NexImage 5 camera body | 1.25" nosepiece | Software CD| USB cable| Instruction manual