Product Description
Camera Sensor
Diagonal 8.35 mm (Type 1/2) Approx. 2.13M-Effective Pixel Color CMOS Image Sensor.
▶CMOS Image Sensor for Industrial Applications that Realizes High Sensitivity Approximately Twice That of the Existing Product
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation has developed the CMOS image sensor “IMX385LQR” for industrial applications. This new image sensor showcase a high sensitivity that is approximately twice that of the existing product (IMX185LQJ)*1.
The IMX385LQR pursues picture quality at low illuminance usually needed by cameras for industrial applications and mounts pixels with a sensitivity of 2350 mV, which is the highest sensitivity among Sony image sensors for industrial applications*2. In addition, SNR1s of 0.13 lx*3, which is the highest performance among Sony Full HD-compatible image sensors for industrial applications, is achieved by mounting an internal programmable gain amplifier and using high conversion gain pixels. Superior performance as an image sensor for industrial applications is further achieved by combining HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology with technology that improves sensitivity in the near-infrared light region. These characteristics are also well-suited for astrophotography.
Astrophotography Performance
ASI385MC offers very good performance for astrophotography. Low read noise, high dynamic range, QE peak of at least 80%, AR protective window and much more.
USB 3.0 Port & ST4 Port
USB 3.0 Port: can provide 5Gb bandwidth to let ASI385 run at 67 fps (12bit, normal mode) or 120 fps (10bit, high speed mode) at full resolution(2.13Mega).
ST4 Port: can be used connect with auto guide port of mount, for guiding.
Mechanical Diagram
What is in the box?
ASI385MC box includes all necessary cables, adapters, and manuals.
Sensor: 1/2″ CMOS IMX385
Diagonal: 8.35mm
Resolution: 2.12Mega Pixels 1936×1096
Pixel Size: 3.75µm
Exposure Range: 32µs-2000s
ROI: Supported
Non-volatile memory/On camera storage: Build-in total 192K byte user-accessible space(image size up to 480X320)
Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
ST4 Guider Port: Yes
Focus Distance to Sensor: 12.5mm
Shutter Type: Rolling Shutter
Protect window: AR coated window
Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows, Linux
Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0
Bit rate: 12bit output(12bit ADC)
Adaptor: 2″ / 1.25″ / M42X0.75
Dimension: φ62mm X 36mm
Weight: 120g or 4.2 ounces (without lens)
Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C
Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80%
Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95%
Max FPS at full resolution:
10Bit ADC
1936×1096 120fps
12bit ADC
1936×1096 67fps
More resolutions can be user defined
Our website is continuously 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 have been installed before you start shooting:
It is also recommended to read the Manuals first before shooting.
Shipping & Delivery
Fast Shipping: we will choose DHL, UPS, FedEx etc to deliver it. Usually you will get your package within 15-20 days.
- Fast Shipping(amount ≧ 199USD) for free
- Fast Shipping(amount < 199USD) : $30.00 (We do not provide free shipping from now on.)
Introduction
- It will take around 60-90 days for shipment via ePacket/China Post Registered Air Mail/EMS, which can’t be guaranteed due to force majeure. If you can’t get the air mail package after 2months, please let us know ASAP: info@zwoptical.com
- Customers from Brazil and Chile should leave a message to provide your CPF or CNPJ as your custom needs it.
- Customers from Russia need to provide the complete English name with three words as well as the English shipping address.
Tracking site
DGM: http://webtrack.dhlglobalmail.com/?locale=en-US
China air mail: http://www.17track.net/en
Tax
- The price list on our website is USD without tax.
- Please note that buyers are liable to pay tax involved, such as Import tax, VAT , customs handling fee, etc. The additional fees may be collected at time of delivery by courier.
- For best local service we advise customers buy our cameras from local dealers.
Warranty & Return
1. ZWO hereby declares that it will provide customers with a warranty period of 2 years for ZWO branded products (excluding APO), as per this policy. APO products will be covered by a 1-year free warranty service, starting from the day following the receipt of the product by the customer. For ASIAIR Plus users, the warranty period will commence from the day of device activation.
2. If a User encounters the following Dead on Arrival (DOA) and contacts ZWO within the corresponding time limit to issue the Product purchase invoice and relevant evidence, ZWO will provide door-to-door pick-up service and, as appropriate, after-sale replacement (or partial replacement), repair or return (or partial return) service for the following Products:
1) Product quality problem
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2) Product transportation problem
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2) The Products are injected into liquid or affected by moisture or corrosion; or
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8)Damage caused by the improper User operation during the period of shooting or use, such as using without the equipment protection or direct shooting of the sun; or
9) No valid purchase invoice or warranty certificate; or
10) The Products are second-hand products.
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If the issue with your ZWO product was caused by certain damage (such as severe damage not covered by the 2-year warranty), you might have to pay the replacement value.
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ZWO will not accept any products having no RMA code that have been returned privately without ZWO written confirmation.
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Chris Martin – :
Moson, it would be for the back focus.. thnx,Chris
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Moson – :
The back focus depends on your telescope,instead of the camera.So can you tell me the back focus of your telescope?
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Chris Martin – :
Moson, isn’t supposed to be 105 mm from the camera to the telescope?
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Moson – :
The back focus depends on your telescope,instead of the camera.So can you tell me the back focus of your telescope?
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Chris Martin – :
Good afternoon, I have 3 telescopes, Celestron 5se, 8se, and 11 inch xlt. With regards to the camera is it better to use the eyepiece 1.25 inch, or straight on with extenders to equal 105mm? Thnx… Chris
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Moson – :
You can just use the camera instead of the eyepiece.And what do you mean by 105mm?
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Menno – :
Hello
Thank you for your answer on my previous question about a focal reducer.
But I am not sure what you mean with “It will not.”
Do you mean that I don’t have to take it in consideration and it will work or do you mean it will not work?
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Moson – :
ASI385MC does not have big sensor, so do not worry about the vignetting.
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Menno – :
I will receive my ASI385MC this week (can’t wait! 🙂 ). But looking also for a focal reducer of 0.5x or 0.33x. But with a lot of reducers there are comments about the chipsize of the camera where the chip maybe could not be fully illuminated.
Is this something that I have to take in consideration or is the chipsize of the 385 small enough for all reducers?
This for a Meade LX65 203mm ACF (203/2032mm, f10 )
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Katherine Tsai – :
It will not.
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Bigfish – :
Hello,
I would like a camera for lunar, planetary, solar and some DSO.
My telescope is an Orion Skyview 8″ with 1000mm fl.
Is the ASI385MC or ASI224MC a good choice?
Which one is more versatile?
Thanks!
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Katherine Tsai – :
ASI385MC
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Dave – :
Hi, how do you pack the camera that it won’t be broken on the way? If it will break while shipping, is there a warranty? And if so, how do I claim it?
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Katherine Tsai – :
We have enough packaging to keep the camera safe.
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Martin – :
Can this Cam be used with a focal lenght of 1500mm or do i need a reducer?
And what means Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C and Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C? Can it be only used in winter and must be stored in the refrigerator?
regards
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Sean Wang – :
Hi Martin
The working temp is a conservative estimate. usually the camera could work in -30degrees even lower.
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Ricky Xia – :
Hi there, I need cameras for non-astronomical use. What parameters I concerned the most are noise and dynamic range. But I cannot find the DR value in your camera spec. Can you please tell me the DR values for both 385MC and 290MC? Which one is better in terms of those two parameters? Thanks a lot?
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Katherine Tsai – :
385-76.4db，290-73.15db
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Nikolay (verified owner) – :
I have a Asi385mc and have a problem. I see a amp glove, always, when my shutter more than ~1 sec.
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Katherine Tsai – :
Hi, It is normal for sensor to have amp glow and could be calibrated by dark frames.
Here is a link about amp golw for your reference. : )
https://astronomy-imaging-camera.com/faq
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TD – :
My scope is an Orion 80/480 that I would like to use for EAA. Primary use will be color for DSO with occasional planetary. I know the 294 is your best for EAA but in my budget range would the 385 or the 224 be best for me? Or is there another one in this price range you think would be better than those two?
Thank You
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Sean Wang – :
385 is better than 224. higher resolution and biger sensor.
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Matej Korec – :
Are you planning mono version to ASI385 & ASI294?
Thanks
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Sean Wang – :
We are waiting for Sony to release mono version. If they did, we will do that.
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Bruno – :
ASI 290MC or ASI385MC? Which one is better for a planetary/lunar camera?
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Sean Wang – :
they both good, different pixel size and sensor size, I can’t say which is better.
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Richard goh – :
Is this C/CS mount?
thanks
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Sean Wang – :
it’s CS mount. C mount need 5mm extender.
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Mike Jamieson – :
What would you consider to be the best camera you have for EAA. I already own a long exposure deep sky camera and hope to be able to do live stack at home under city skies?
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Sean Wang – :
We recommend ASI294 as the best for EAA.
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tareqalhamrani (verified owner) – :
I bought this camera, now my question is, which IR filter to use with this camera for planetary and lunar?
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tareqalhamrani (verified owner) – :
Will this camera be a better choice for planetary over ASI224MC?
Between this camera and ASI290MM, which one is best for planetary work/imaging?
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Sam Wen – :
224 and 385 has the same performance but color only
you can consider 290MM if you need one mono camera
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Ben (verified owner) – :
Hi there,
I just purchased this camera for planetary. I was was also hoping to align my ADC with it to use on my 290MM-cool. Any tips for this camera or the ADC?
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Sam Wen – :
you can read this manual: here is a detail instruction how to align the ADC with one color camera
https://astronomy-imaging-camera.com/manuals/ADC%20QuickGuide.pdf
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Done – :
When you are able to add her on Ali?
I want to give a gift for birthday!
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Done – :
Add her on Ali, please.
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Sam Wen – :
we will
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