{"product_id":"svbony-sv605mc-mono-cooled-camera-imx533","title":"SVBONY SV605MC Mono Cooled Camera IMX533","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9MP Resolution (3008 x 3008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.76µm Pixel Size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.968mm Sensor Diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14-bit ADC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50Ke- Full Well Capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.0e- Minimum Read Noise\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003eSVBONY SV605MC Mono Cooled Camera IMX533 for Deep Space Astrophotography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV605MC Mono Cooled Camera combines a 9MP Sony IMX533 sensor with deep-sky-optimized features for clean, high-resolution imaging. Its square 3008x3008 format and 3.76µm pixels are well-suited to a wide range of telescopes, while a peak Quantum Efficiency of 91% ensures efficient photon capture. With read noise as low as 1.0e- and a full well capacity of 50Ke-, the SV605MC preserves dynamic range from the faintest nebulae to bright stellar cores.\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\u003eThe IMX533 Sensor: A 9MP Square Format for Easy Framing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the SV605MC is a back-illuminated Sony IMX533 monochrome sensor with a 3008x3008 pixel array. This square format simplifies framing your targets, eliminating the need to rotate the camera to find the best orientation. The 9MP resolution and 3.76µm pixels strike a balance that provides high-resolution results on short-to-medium focal length refractors and Schmidt-Cassegrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensor's 15.968mm diagonal is fully illuminated by standard 1.25\" filters, preventing vignetting and ensuring you can use your existing filter sets without issue. A 14-bit ADC captures 16,384 levels of grayscale, providing the bit depth needed for smooth gradients and aggressive post-processing on faint deep-sky objects.\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\u003eLow-Noise Signal: 91% QE and 1.0e- Read Noise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV605MC is engineered for capturing clean data. A peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) of 91% means the camera converts over nine out of every ten incoming photons into usable signal, which is critical for faint targets and narrowband imaging. This high sensitivity is paired with an extremely low read noise, bottoming out at just 1.0e- when using high gain settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo further ensure a clean signal, the camera incorporates HCG (High Conversion Gain) mode and an amplifier glow suppression circuit. These features work together to minimize electronic noise during long exposures, delivering dark frames that are free of distracting artifacts and preserving the faint details in your images.\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\u003eStable Data Transfer: 256MB DDR3 Buffer at 20 FPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prevent dropped frames and ensure data integrity during an imaging session, the SV605MC includes a 256MB DDR3 buffer. This onboard memory caches image data before transferring it to your computer via USB 3.0, creating a stable and reliable connection that won't fail mid-exposure. This is especially important when operating the camera at its maximum frame rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile designed for deep-sky imaging, the camera's ability to capture full 9MP frames at 20 FPS also makes it a capable high-resolution lunar and planetary imager. This allows you to use the \"lucky imaging\" technique to freeze atmospheric turbulence and capture sharp details on the Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn.\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\u003eSVBONY SV605MC vs. ZWO ASI533MM Pro: A Shared 9MP Sensor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV605MC is built around the same 9MP Sony IMX533 monochrome sensor found in the popular ZWO ASI533MM Pro. This shared foundation means that core imaging characteristics—resolution, quantum efficiency, read noise, and full well depth—are fundamentally identical between the two cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour choice will therefore depend on factors outside the sensor itself, such as driver compatibility with your software ecosystem, the specific cooling implementation, included accessories, and overall price point. For imagers prioritizing the proven imaging power of the IMX533 sensor, the SV605MC presents a compelling alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the SVBONY SV605MC's square sensor useful for astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e3008x3008 square format\u003c\/strong\u003e of the SVBONY SV605MC simplifies composition. You never have to rotate the camera in the focuser to best fit a target like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the Orion Nebula (M42), saving time and effort when framing your shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 256MB DDR3 buffer on the SVBONY SV605MC improve imaging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e256MB DDR3 buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e acts as a temporary storage for image data before it's sent to the computer. This prevents data loss or dropped frames, especially when running at the maximum \u003cstrong\u003e20 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e or when the host computer is busy. It ensures a stable and reliable connection throughout your imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the SVBONY SV605MC suitable for narrowband imaging of targets like the Cygnus Loop (NGC 6960)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. The SVBONY SV605MC is an excellent choice for narrowband imaging. Its high \u003cstrong\u003e91% Quantum Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e and very low \u003cstrong\u003e1.0e- read noise\u003c\/strong\u003e allow it to capture faint details in hydrogen-alpha, oxygen-III, and sulfur-II with short sub-exposures, making it ideal for capturing complex structures like the Cygnus Loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat does the 1.0e- read noise of the SVBONY SV605MC mean for my images?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead noise is the electronic noise introduced when the sensor's signal is read out. A value as low as \u003cstrong\u003e1.0 electron (e-)\u003c\/strong\u003e means the camera adds almost no noise of its own to the image. This allows you to capture extremely faint signals without them being lost in the noise floor, resulting in cleaner, smoother backgrounds and more visible detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the SVBONY SV605MC for planetary imaging with my 8\" f\/10 SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With its ability to capture at \u003cstrong\u003e20 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e at full \u003cstrong\u003e9MP resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, the SVBONY SV605MC is very capable for planetary work. On an 8\" f\/10 SCT, its \u003cstrong\u003e3.76µm pixels\u003c\/strong\u003e provide good image sampling. The main trade-off is its rolling shutter, which can introduce minor artifacts on fast-rotating planets like Jupiter if exposure times are not kept very short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is \"amp glow\" and how does the SVBONY SV605MC address it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmp glow is a faint illumination, often seen in the corners of an image, caused by heat from the sensor's electronics during long exposures. The SVBONY SV605MC uses a built-in \u003cstrong\u003eamp glow suppression circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e to minimize this effect, resulting in cleaner dark frames and better-calibrated final images without unwanted gradients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSVBONY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX533 Monochrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffective Pixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9MP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3008 x 3008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePixel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.76µm x 3.76µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.31mm x 11.31mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.968mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantum Efficiency (Peak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Well Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50Ke-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRead Noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0e- to 3.3e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eADC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShutter Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRolling Shutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExposure Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32ms - 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