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Baader C-Mount Nikon

Baader C-Mount Nikon

by Baader Planetarium
SKU BAA-2958535
$93.00 - $93.00
$93.00
$93.00 - $93.00
$93.00
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  • Connects Nikon F-mount lenses to C-mount cameras
  • Enables use of high-quality photographic lenses for astronomy
  • Ideal for all-sky, meteor, and video astronomy applications
  • Precision-machined for a secure, light-tight connection
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  • Baader C-Mount Nikon Adapter

    The Baader C-Mount Nikon Adapter provides a robust, secure mechanical link between your Nikon F-mount photographic lenses and any astronomy camera equipped with a standard C-mount thread. This simple but essential adapter opens up new imaging possibilities by allowing you to repurpose high-quality camera lenses for specialized astronomical applications like meteor monitoring, all-sky imaging, or wide-field video astronomy.

    Connect Nikon F-Mount Lenses to C-Mount Cameras

    This adapter is engineered to bridge two distinct optical standards: the bayonet F-mount of Nikon SLR/DSLR lenses and the threaded C-mount common on guide cameras, planetary imagers, and industrial video cameras. By connecting the two, you can take advantage of the fast focal ratios and wide fields of view offered by photographic lenses, pairing them with the high sensitivity and specialized software support of modern astronomy cameras.

    • Wide-Field Imaging: Use your favorite wide-angle or standard Nikon lenses to capture vast swaths of the night sky, perfect for creating time-lapses of the Milky Way or monitoring for meteor showers.
    • Video Astronomy: Pair a fast lens (e.g., 50mm f/1.8) with a sensitive C-mount camera for near-real-time views of bright deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) or the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).
    • Build Quality: The adapter is machined from metal for a rigid, non-flexing connection that maintains optical alignment and prevents stray light from entering the system.

  • What is the primary function of the Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter?

    The Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter allows you to attach any lens with a standard Nikon F-mount to a camera that has a C-mount threaded interface. This lets you use photographic lenses for astronomical imaging.

    Which cameras are compatible with the Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter?

    This adapter is compatible with any camera that uses a standard C-mount thread for its primary connection. This includes many popular guide cameras, some planetary cameras, and various industrial or security cameras often used for all-sky or meteor observation systems.

    Can I use the Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter to attach my Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 lens to a ZWO ASI120MM Mini guide camera?

    Yes, absolutely. The ZWO ASI120MM Mini camera features a C-mount, and the Nikkor 50mm lens uses the Nikon F-mount. This adapter is designed for exactly this type of combination, turning your guide camera and lens into a powerful, wide-field imaging system.

    Does the Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter have any glass or optics inside it?

    No, this is a purely mechanical adapter. It contains no optical elements. It serves only to physically connect the lens to the camera body at the correct distance to achieve focus.

    How would I use the Baader C-Mount Nikon adapter for a meteor camera setup?

    For a meteor camera, you would typically pair a fast, wide-angle Nikon lens (e.g., a 14mm or 24mm) with a sensitive C-mount video camera using this adapter. The entire assembly would then be placed in a weatherproof housing and aimed at the sky to record continuously, capturing any meteors that pass through the field of view.

    Will I be able to control the aperture of my Nikon lens with this adapter?

    This adapter provides a mechanical connection only. It does not have electronic contacts. You will only be able to use Nikon lenses that feature a manual aperture ring to control the f-stop. Modern "G-type" lenses without an aperture ring will be fixed at their smallest aperture and are not ideal for use with this adapter.

  • Net weight (kg) 0.08
    Camera Adaptable C-Mount
    Compatible Brands Baader Planetarium
    Inner Diameter / Clear Aperture (mm) 22
    Outer Diameter 60
    Type of Adapter Camera Adapter, Expanding Adapter
    Optical length (mm) 29
    Usage to connect DSLR camera lenses to video cameras or DMK video modules
    Outer Connection (eyepiece/-camera-sided) 1" Thread (C-Mount)
    Adaptable to Nikon lenses
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