{"title":"ZWO Guide Cameras","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore ZWO guide cameras for accurate autoguiding during long-exposure astrophotography. Compact, sensitive and easy to integrate with guide scopes, off-axis guiders and ASIAIR systems, they help improve tracking accuracy throughout an imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"zwo-asi120-mini","title":"ZWO ASI120MM MINI","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZWO ASI120MM Mini Monochrome Guide Camera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ZWO ASI120MM Mini is a compact, lightweight monochrome guide camera engineered for reliable autoguiding and entry-level planetary imaging. Built around the AR0130CS 1\/3\" CMOS sensor, it delivers strong sensitivity, low read noise and stable guiding performance — making it one of the most trusted starter guide cameras available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini guide camera\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mm_Mini.jpg?v=1770895471\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini technical specifications\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mm_Specs.jpg?v=1770895420\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSensor \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASI120MM Mini integrates the AR0130CS sensor (4.8mm × 3.6mm) with 1280 × 960 resolution and 3.75µm pixels. A 12-bit ADC and peak quantum efficiency approaching 80% allow the camera to detect faint guide stars quickly and consistently, even in less-than-ideal sky conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor: AR0130CS (1\/3\") monochrome CMOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: 1280 × 960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePixel size: 3.75µm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-bit ADC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQE peak ~80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini read noise and gain graph\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mm_Mini_Read_Noise.jpg?v=1770895371\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AR0130CS quantum efficiency graph\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/AR01301.jpg?v=1770895303\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptimised for Guiding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim cylindrical “mini” body fits directly into 1.25\" guide focusers and off-axis guider (OAG) systems. It reaches focus at approximately the same position as a standard eyepiece, simplifying setup and reducing backfocus complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini comparison\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mini_vs_ASI120mmmc.jpg?v=1770895388\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUSB-C \u0026amp; ST4 Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 Type-C connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eST4 autoguider port for direct mount control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USB-C connection ensures secure and convenient connectivity, while the integrated ST4 port allows direct connection to compatible mounts for straightforward autoguiding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini ports\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/P10408911.jpg?v=1770895303\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini connection diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/MINI-1024x704.png?v=1770895303\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini mechanical drawing\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mm_Mini_measurements.jpg?v=1770895511\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASI120MM Mini box contents\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/ASI120mm_contents.jpg?v=1770895330\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eASI120MM Mini camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" nosepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM28.5-CS adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCS-C adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eST4 cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide scopes between 150mm and 300mm focal length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff-axis guider (OAG) systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner to intermediate astrophotography setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry-level planetary imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, sensitive and proven in the field, the ZWO ASI120MM Mini remains one of the most popular entry-level guide cameras for dependable autoguiding performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZWO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42266952892593,"sku":"ASI120MINI","price":199.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/zwo-asi120-mini-179899.jpg?v=1718480521"},{"product_id":"zwo-asi220mm-mini-camera","title":"ZWO ASI220MM MINI Camera","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe NEW ZWO ASI220MM MINI\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis an excellent choice for an affordable planetary and deep sky camera for those who have just started in Astro photography, but cannot spend a fortune on a specialist Astro photography camera or want to replace a modified webcam or a cheaper planetary imager. It fills a gap between the ZWO ASI220MM MINI and the 174MINI with a slightly larger pixel size than the ASI120MINI, but still much smaller pixel size than the ASI174MINI, thus making it a comfortable choice for medium to large sized telescopes when used for guiding in an OAG (off axis guider accessory).\u003cbr\u003eIt also offers wide compatibility with various guiding solutions, guides copes and off axis guiders as it comes in a compact, 1.25\" format body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZWO ASI220MM MINI\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally, it comes with an AUTOGUIDER PORT, so you may use it for planetary imaging or when you take images of deep sky with another camera (a DSLR or a cooled ZWO) you may use this camera for guiding!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a1.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a2.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a3.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a4.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a5.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a6.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a7.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a8.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a9.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a10.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a11.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a12.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.365astronomy.com\/image\/cache\/wp\/lj\/product\/ZWO\/220MINI\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-usb2.0-monochrome-small-format-cmos-camera-with-autoguider-port-a13.webp\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"ZWO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42469291950257,"sku":"ZWO-ASI220MINI","price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/zwo-asi220mm-mini-camera-232139.webp?v=1718480513"},{"product_id":"zwo-asi-174mm-mini","title":"ZWO ASI174MM MINI","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eZWO ASI174MM MINI\u003c\/b\u003e monochrome camera is a powerhouse for astrophotography, offering unmatched performance for capturing intricate details of planets, the Moon, and the Sun. Engineered with advanced features and robust design, it has become a favourite among seasoned astrophotographers and hobbyists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a large 1\/1.2\" Sony IMX174 monochrome sensor with a resolution of 1936x1216 pixels, delivering sharp and detailed captures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Shutter Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates motion artifacts, ensuring crisp imaging even during fast planetary movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Pixel Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 5.86μm pixels, the ZWO ASI174MM is optimized for high sensitivity and low noise, perfect for low-light conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Frame Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capture at up to 128 FPS, allowing for smooth and detailed imaging of fast-moving celestial objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Cooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with passive cooling for stable performance during long exposure sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX174 Monochrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1936 x 1216\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePixel Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.86 μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 128 FPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShutter Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlobal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the ZWO ASI 174MM MINI?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI\u003c\/b\u003e stands out for its precision and reliability. Its large full-well capacity (32Ke-) ensures excellent dynamic range, while its low read noise and 12-bit ADC provide exceptional image quality. Perfect for planetary, lunar, and solar imaging, this camera excels at capturing dynamic celestial phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary Imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieve stunningly detailed images of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars with the camera's high frame rates and sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLunar and Solar Imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capture the intricate craters of the Moon or the Sun's surface details with high-resolution and low-noise imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-Sky Object Imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ZWO ASI174MM is also suitable for small deep-sky targets, making it a versatile tool for astrophotographers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI Enhanced User Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZWO ASI174MM\u003c\/strong\u003e is compatible with popular astrophotography software like FireCapture, SharpCap, and ASIStudio. Its USB 3.0 interface ensures fast data transfer, while the addition of ROI (Region of Interest) mode allows users to optimize frame rates for specific imaging areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrder Your ZWO ASI 174MM MINI Today\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your astrophotography to new heights with the \u003cb\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether you’re capturing the fine details of a lunar crater or exploring planetary surfaces, this camera delivers unparalleled performance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asi174mm-mini-e1506066766980.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"337\" width=\"750\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asi174mm-mini-e1506066699312.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7790\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Logo-of-174%EF%BC%88%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%EF%BC%89.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Logo-of-174（最新）-1024x447.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Logo-of-174（最新）-300x131.jpg 300w\" height=\"447\" width=\"1024\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Logo-of-174%EF%BC%88%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%EF%BC%89-1024x447.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8251 size-large\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI Astrophotography Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecamera offers you very good performance for planetary imaging as well as for guiding. Low read noise, high dynamic range, AR protective window and much more are just some of the key characteristics that set it apart from the competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174-Gain-RN-DR-FW-vs-gain-738x1024.jpg 738w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174-Gain-RN-DR-FW-vs-gain-216x300.jpg 216w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174-Gain-RN-DR-FW-vs-gain.jpg 1711w\" height=\"1024\" width=\"738\" alt=\"174 Gain RN DR FW vs gain\" src=\"http:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174-Gain-RN-DR-FW-vs-gain-738x1024.jpg\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1760 aligncenter\"\u003eHigh QE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegarding the absolute QE Curve, we estimate the Peak Value is about 77%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMX174-QE-MONO1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMX174-QE-MONO1.jpg 774w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMX174-QE-MONO1-300x137.jpg 300w\" height=\"353\" width=\"774\" alt=\"IMX174-QE-MONO\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMX174-QE-MONO1.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3426 aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e174Mini vs. 174MM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the ASI174MM camera, the new 174-Mini has a sleeker design, less weight, and it can reach focus at the same position as an eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI174minivsASI174mmmc-e1506066849814.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"546\" width=\"750\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI174minivsASI174mmmc.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7793\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI USB2.0Port \u0026amp; ST4 Port\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 2.0 Port: \u003c\/strong\u003eMini camera has one USB2.0 type-C port. Type-C port is very popular in mobile phones, as it doesn’t matter which way you connect it (unlike for example type-A or type-B)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#USB-C to USB-A cable is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eST4 Port: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe camera can be connected directly to the auto-guider port of the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/USB-e1506066902622.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"427\" width=\"750\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/%EF%BC%91%EF%BC%97%EF%BC%94%EF%BD%8D%EF%BD%89%EF%BD%8E%EF%BD%89USB.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7794\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConnecting Drawing\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/MINI.png\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/MINI.png 1024w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/MINI-300x206.png 300w\" height=\"704\" width=\"1024\" alt=\"MINI\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/MINI-1024x704.png\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-20434\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI-Mini-e1506066929220.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM28.5-CS adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCS-C adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25″ extender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25″ filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI Mechanical Drawing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASImini%E5%9B%BE%E7%BA%B8-e1506065939453.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASImini图纸-e1506065939453.jpg 894w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASImini图纸-e1506065939453-300x196.jpg 300w\" height=\"584\" width=\"894\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASImini%E5%9B%BE%E7%BA%B8-e1506065939453.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7796 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI What is in the box?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eASI mini camera box includes all necessary cables, adapters, and manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1742.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1742.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1742-300x180.jpg 300w\" height=\"600\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"174\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1742.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44504\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI Drivers and Software:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ZWO ASI 174MM MINI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur website is always updated with the most recent camera drivers as well as software for DSO and planetary imaging. Please make sure the most recent driver and software has been installed before you start shooting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-300x135.jpg 300w\" height=\"450\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"banner\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7825\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASI120, ASI174 and ASI290 mini camera have very beautiful outlooks, small size, lighter weight, this is not a big deal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe should consider much more…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to choose a good guide camera?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany people might mention the size, ability to fit with different types of equipment (guide scopes, OAG etc.), stability and ease-of-use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe agree. That is why our cameras in the “mini”-series all fulfil these, what we think are, basic characteristics of a good guide camera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut what are truly the most important traits. Let’s face it, when you set up your equipment for a night of imaging, you just want things to work and to see that smooth graph on your guiding software before you start your imaging sequence. In order to do that, there are some things to consider (apart from the points mentioned above):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise guiding,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig FOV.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-1024x347.png 1024w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras.png 1181w\" height=\"347\" width=\"1024\" alt=\"ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-1024x347.png\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-20308\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI \u003cspan\u003eHigh Sensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity is the first thing we considered. This is of course a crucial ability when looking for a star to guide on. So, from the beginning, we were set on using monochrome sensors to design our guide cameras. Because monochrome sensors have much higher sensitivity than their colour counterpart. Luckily the ASI120MM Mini, ASI290MM Mini and ASI174MM Mini all have very high QE peak value – about 80%, which can detect more stars in view and shorten the exposure time in guiding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of the cameras have their own strength and depending on what you value in a guide camera, one might be better for you than the others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntry Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI120MM-Mini.png 303w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI120MM-Mini-300x290.png 300w\" height=\"293\" width=\"303\" alt=\"ASI120MM Mini\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASI120MM-Mini.png\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20310 aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI\u003cspan\u003e is designed for newcomers, it is more affordable than ASI290MM Mini and ASI174MM Mini. You can easily get the well-sampled stars with the help of ZWO ASI 174MM MINI It’s light, compact and robust. If you are still wondering about which one you should choose as your first guide camera, the ZWO ASI 174MM MINI is a very good choice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI \u003cspan\u003ePrecise Guiding\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/290mini.jpg 303w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/290mini-300x290.jpg 300w\" height=\"293\" width=\"303\" alt=\"290mini\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/290mini.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7826 aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI \u003cspan\u003eis designed for precise guiding. The 2.9um pixel size gives you a higher arcsec\/pixel than the ASI224 or ASI120 camera. This means that, in the same guide scope, the ASI290MM Mini can detect movement of stars to a higher degree than the other cameras. ASI290MM Mini will improve your guiding precision with around 30% compared to the ZWO ASI 174MM MINI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO ASI 174MM MINI \u003cspan\u003eBig FOV\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174mini.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174mini.jpg 303w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174mini-300x290.jpg 300w\" height=\"293\" width=\"303\" alt=\"174mini\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/174mini.jpg\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7827 aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASI174MM Mini is designed for large field-of-view guiding. This is very useful when looking for a star to guide on, using an OAG. When you use an OAG-guider with a Ritchey-Chretien or Schmit-Cassegrain telescope, the hardest part is to find a suitable guide star. ASI174MM Mini has a larger1\/1.2″ sensor which means your FoV is 4 times than that of the ZWO ASI 174MM MINI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmiling Face\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-2-1024x347.png 1024w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-2-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-2.png 1181w\" height=\"347\" width=\"1024\" alt=\"ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-2\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ZWO-ASI-guide-cameras-2-1024x347.png\" class=\"size-large wp-image-20309 aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you squint your eyes, the back of the ASI mini-camera looks like a smiling face (albeit you have to squint quite hard).  On the back you will find a type-C USB port, which is widely used in mobile phones. The ST4-port is used for auto-guiding on mounts. So if you are having one of those observing nights when Murphy’s law is by your side, at least you’ll have an excellent guide camera (that smiles at you).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFocus like a eyepiece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eASI mini camera can focus at the same position as an eyepiece. This means that you can focus with an eyepiece, and then directly insert the ASI mini camera into 1.25″ holder – focus done!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/%E7%94%BB%E6%9D%BF-11.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/画板-11.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/画板-11-300x120.jpg 300w\" height=\"400\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"画板 1\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/%E7%94%BB%E6%9D%BF-11.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7824\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWork with OAG\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mini-camera series are well suited for OAG use: They have a much bigger focus range than normal ASI cameras. No more worrying about your guide camera and main camera not being able to find focus at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OAG.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OAG-e1529491857587.jpg 390w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OAG-e1529491857587-295x300.jpg 295w\" height=\"397\" width=\"390\" alt=\"OAG\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OAG-e1529491857587.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7823 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWork with CS adapter and CS lens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P1040896.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P1040896.jpg 600w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P1040896-300x225.jpg 300w\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" alt=\"P1040896\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P1040896.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11387\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWork with 1.25″ extender\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P10408991.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg srcset=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P10408991.jpg 600w, https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P10408991-300x225.jpg 300w\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" alt=\"P1040899\" src=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P10408991.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11391\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/P10409001.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomy-imaging-camera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/120LOGO-small.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGuide Camera or Solar Camera?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASI174MM Mini is widely regarded as one of the best guide cameras available, while also offering excellent performance for solar and lunar imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRead our expert buying guide to see how the ASI174MM Mini compares with other ZWO cameras and discover which model best suits your astrophotography setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/best-zwo-cameras\" style=\"background:#1f4e79;color:#fff;padding:14px 28px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;display:inline-block;\"\u003e\nExplore the Complete ZWO Camera Guide →\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZWO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42896110092465,"sku":"ZWO-ASI174MINI","price":422.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/zwo-asi174mm-mini-usb20-202874.webp?v=1732292779"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/collections\/zwo-guide-cameras.oembed","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}