{"product_id":"starizona-hyperstar-6-8-camera-adapter","title":"Starizona HyperStar 6\/8 Camera Adapter","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects astronomy cameras to Starizona HyperStar 6\/8 (v3\/v4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for cameras with 17.5mm of backfocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptions available for M42, M48, M54, and C-mount threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific models support 20mm and 21mm third-party filter drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular tops allow for changing camera threads without a new adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStarizona HyperStar 6\/8 Camera Adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Starizona Camera Adapter is the essential component for attaching your astronomy camera to a HyperStar 6 or HyperStar 8 (v3\/v4) imaging system. Each adapter is precisely machined to place a camera sensor at the correct 17.5mm backfocus distance required for optimal performance. With options supporting M42, M48, M54, and C-mount threads, you can create a secure, rigid connection for a wide range of dedicated astronomy cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnecting Cameras \u0026amp; Filters to the HyperStar 6\/8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond standard direct-camera connections, this adapter system includes solutions for integrating filters into your HyperStar 6\/8 imaging train. Specific adapter models are available to accommodate popular third-party filter drawers, including 21mm thick M42\/M48 drawers and 20mm thick M54 drawers from manufacturers like ZWO and SVBONY. An adapter is also available for use with Starizona's modular Filter Slider system, providing a complete solution for filter management at f\/2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCost-Effective Upgrades: The 17.5mm Adapter Top System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Adapter Top Only\" option provides a simple, economical upgrade path for imagers who change cameras. If you already own a standard HyperStar adapter but your new camera has a different thread size (e.g., moving from M42 to M54), you don't need to buy a completely new adapter. This replacement top allows you to change the thread type while reusing your existing adapter base, as long as both cameras share the same 17.5mm backfocus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Compatibility Notes for HyperStar 6\/8 Adapters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure a successful imaging setup, it's critical to select the correct adapter and understand system limitations. Please note the following compatibility constraints when using the HyperStar 6\/8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSLR \u0026amp; Mirrorless Cameras:\u003c\/strong\u003e DSLR adapters are not compatible with the Filter Slider. Mirrored DSLRs will not work with the HyperStar C6 or C8. Mirrorless cameras used with the Filter Slider require an additional 10mm T-Minus ring to achieve the correct backfocus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Frame Sensors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-frame cameras cannot be attached to HyperStar C6 or C8 systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperStar Versions:\u003c\/strong\u003e All adapters work with both v3 and v4 HyperStars, with the specific exception of adapters for the HyperStar C6 v3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the \"Adapter Top Only\" for the HyperStar 6\/8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Adapter Top Only\" is a replacement part that lets you change the camera connection thread on an existing standard HyperStar 6\/8 adapter. For example, if you upgrade from a camera with M42 threads to one with M54 threads, you can just buy the M54 top instead of a whole new adapter, saving cost. This only works if both cameras have \u003cstrong\u003e17.5mm of backfocus\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use my ZWO M42 21mm filter drawer with the HyperStar 6\/8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you can. Starizona makes a specific \"M42 21mm Filter Drawer\" adapter for this purpose. It is designed to connect the HyperStar 6\/8 to any common 21mm thick M42 or M48 filter drawer (like the ZWO M42 model) while maintaining the required 17.5mm backfocus for your camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill these Starizona adapters work with my v3 HyperStar C6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. While these adapters are compatible with most v3 and v4 HyperStar 6\/8 models, there is a specific exception for the HyperStar C6 v3. You would need a different adapter for that specific version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use a full-frame camera with my HyperStar 8 and this adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Full-frame cameras are not compatible with either the HyperStar C6 or C8 systems, regardless of the adapter used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHyperStar 6\/8 (v3\/v4) only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired Camera Backfocus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5mm (for standard adapters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapter Types Available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard M42, Standard M48, Standard M54, Modular Filter Slider, M42 21mm Filter Drawer, M54 20mm Filter Drawer, Adapter Top Only (M42, M48, M54, C-Mount)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHyperStar 6\/8 Camera Adapter (Selected Option)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/starizona-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarizona Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Starizona","offers":[{"title":"Standard M42","offer_id":68044988809501,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-175M42","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard M48","offer_id":68044988842269,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-175M48","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard M54","offer_id":68044988875037,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-175M54","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Modular Filter Slider","offer_id":68044988907805,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-MFS","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M42 21mm Filter Drawer","offer_id":68044988940573,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-21M42","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M54 20mm Filter Drawer","offer_id":68044988973341,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-20M54","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adapter Top Only - M42","offer_id":68044989006109,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-M42T","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adapter Top Only - M48","offer_id":68044989038877,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-M48T","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adapter Top Only - M54","offer_id":68044989071645,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-M54T","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adapter Top Only - C-Mount","offer_id":68044989104413,"sku":"STZ-HSCA-68-CT","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Starizona-HyperStar-Camera-Adapter-1_3a4fb3d3-7ed5-4838-a765-9431831366bf.jpg?v=1794410514","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-int\/products\/starizona-hyperstar-6-8-camera-adapter","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}