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ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens
ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens
ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens

ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens

by ZWO
SKU ZWO-FD-NIKON
$99.00 - $99.00
$99.00
$99.00 - $99.00
$99.00
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  • Adapts Nikon lenses to ZWO ASI cooled cameras
  • Accepts standard 2-inch (M48x0.75 thread) mounted filters
  • Ultra-thin 29 mm profile maintains focus
  • Includes M54M-M42F adapter for full-frame camera compatibility
  • Double magnetic holder for secure, rapid filter changes
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  • ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens

    The ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens seamlessly connects your Nikon F-mount lens to a ZWO ASI cooled camera, adding an integrated slot for 2-inch filters within a minimal 29 mm optical path. This drawer features a standard male M42x0.75 camera-side thread and includes an M54M-M42F adapter to ensure full-frame cameras like the ASI6200 or ASI2400 are fully illuminated. The filter holder itself uses a strong double magnetic lock to secure standard M48x0.75 threaded 2-inch filters, allowing for rapid swaps without unthreading your imaging train.

    Wide-Field Imaging with 2-inch Filters and Nikon Glass

    This filter drawer unlocks the potential of high-end Nikon telephoto lenses for serious astrophotography. By placing a 2-inch filter slot directly behind the lens and in front of the camera sensor, you can now use duo-band, narrowband, or L-Pro filters with fast camera lenses to capture sprawling nebulae and star fields. The 29 mm total thickness is engineered to help achieve focus with ZWO cameras that have a 17.5 mm back focus distance.

    Secure M48x0.75 Magnetic Holder for Rapid Swaps

    Changing filters in the dark is simplified by the drawer's double magnetic absorption design. The holder secures any standard 2-inch mounted filter with an M48x0.75 thread, preventing slips or tilting while ensuring a flat optical plane. You can swap from a light pollution filter to a narrowband filter in seconds without risking changes to focus or camera rotation.

    M42 Thread with Full-Frame M54 Adapter Included

    Out of the box, the filter drawer presents a male M42x0.75 thread, making it directly compatible with popular cameras like the ASI533MC Pro and ASI183MC Pro. For imagers using full-frame sensors, ZWO includes an M54M-M42F adapter. This steps up the connection to the larger M54 thread on cameras like the ASI6200 and ASI2400, preventing vignetting and ensuring the entire sensor is illuminated by your Nikon lens.

  • What is the main purpose of the ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens?

    The ZWO FD-NIKON is designed to connect a Nikon F-mount lens to a ZWO ASI cooled camera. Its primary function is to add a slot for a 2-inch mounted filter into the imaging train, allowing you to use specialized filters for astrophotography with your camera lens.

    Which ZWO cameras are compatible with the FD-NIKON filter drawer?

    This filter drawer is compatible with most ZWO ASI cooled cameras that have a 17.5 mm back focus distance. This includes popular models such as:

    • ASI1600, ASI294, ASI183, ASI071, ASI533
    • ASI2600 (APS-C)
    • ASI6200, ASI2400 (Full-Frame, using the included adapter)

    It is not compatible with ASI GT series cameras.

    What size filters does the ZWO FD-NIKON use?

    The drawer is designed for standard 2-inch mounted filters. These filters must have an M48x0.75 thread to screw into the magnetic filter holder.

    How do I attach the ZWO Filter Drawer to a full-frame camera like the ASI6200?

    To connect to a full-frame camera like the ASI6200 or ASI2400, you must use the included M54M-M42F adapter. First, thread the M54 male side of the adapter into your camera's M54 female port. Then, thread the filter drawer's M42 male port into the adapter's M42 female side. This ensures a wide, unvignetted light path to the large sensor.

    Can I use the ZWO Filter Drawer for Nikon Lens to image the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with my telephoto lens?

    Absolutely. Using this drawer with a Nikon telephoto lens (e.g., 200mm or 300mm) and a ZWO camera is an excellent setup for large targets like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the Orion Nebula (M42). You can insert a light pollution filter like an L-Pro to enhance contrast from a suburban location, capturing the galaxy's full expanse.

    How much thickness does the ZWO FD-NIKON add to the optical path?

    The filter drawer adds exactly 29 mm of optical path length between your Nikon lens and the camera sensor. This thickness is specifically designed to work with ZWO cameras that require 17.5 mm of back focus to reach infinity focus with the lens.

  • SKU ZWO-FD-NIKON
    Accessory Type Filter Drawer
    Lens Mount Nikon F-Mount
    Camera Connection M42x0.75 Male Thread
    Adapter Included M54M-M42F (for full-frame cameras)
    Accepted Filter Size 2-inch Mounted
    Filter Thread M48x0.75 Female
    Optical Path Thickness 29 mm
    Body Diameter 70 mm

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