ZWO ASI120MC-S USB3.0 Colour CMOS Camera with Auto guider Port

Excellent Choice for Affordable Planetary and Deep Sky Imaging

The NEW USB3.0 version of ZWO ASI120MC-S is an excellent choice for those starting in Astro photography and looking for an affordable planetary or deep sky one-shot colour camera. It is perfect for beginners who want to step up from modified webcams or cheaper planetary imagers without breaking the bank.

Enhanced USB3.0 Connectivity

This NEW version comes with USB3.0 connection, enabling higher frame rates and better results in planetary imaging when used with newer laptops.

Auto guider Port for Versatility

The camera is equipped with an AUTOGUIDER PORT, allowing you to use it for both imaging and guiding, making it a versatile tool for Astro photography.

Better Results and Great Value for Money

The ZWO ASI120MC-S camera offers better results compared to beginner cameras like TSSI or Scopium cam, providing improved performance at an affordable price. While there are more expensive options like Moravian Instruments cameras available, ZWO cameras are considered to offer the best value for money on the market.

Recommended for Planetary and Deep Sky Imaging

Mostly used for planetary imaging, it can also be used for deep sky imaging up to a certain level or even as a guide camera. With the ZWO ASI120MC-S USB3.0, you can achieve beautiful images without spending lots of time. If you have plenty of time to spare and want to get the best results, you can try L-RGB or narrow band photography with the monochrome version of this camera, the ZWO ASI120MM (note: for the monochrome version, you'll need a filter wheel and a set of L-RGB or narrow band filters).

Features and Specifications:

• Recommended for the Sun, Moon, and some deep sky objects
• Resolution: 1280X960 at up to 60fps - 70fps
• Long time exposure up to 1000s
• Auto guider Port (NEW)
• Built-in RAW mode and Grey mode output support, requiring about 30% less storage space compared to Colour data format
• Peak Quantum Efficiency: 75% (better than ICX618)
• No fixed pattern noise (FPN)
• Full aluminium housing with standard 2" interface
• M42X0.75 internal thread
• Compatible with DirectShow and ASCOM
• Compatible with MaxIm-DL

AUTOGUIDING

Many customers use this camera for autoguiding with PHD2 or similar autoguiding software...

150 degree wide lens included! You don't even need a telescope to start imaging the stars!


 

Specification of ZWO ASI120MC-S USB3.0

Sensor: 1/3" CMOS AR0130CS(Colour)
Resolution: 1.2Mega Pixels 1280x960
Pixel Size: 3.75µm
Exposure Rage: 64µs-1000s

ROI: Supported
Interface: USB3.0 / USB2.0
Bit rate: 12bit output （12bit ADC）
Adaptor: 2" / 1.25" / M42X0.75
Dimension: φ62mm X 28mm
Weight: 100g

Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C
Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80%
Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95%


Transmission chart of the UV IR-cut off filter used as an optical window in the ZWO ASI120MC CMOS cameras