Apx26
- 26MP back illuminated CMOS sensor
- Zero amp glow
- True 16 bit digitiser
Overview
The Apx26 utilises the Sony IMX 571 APS-C sensor, combining versatility with wide field views. This 26.11-megapixel sensor has low read noise, high quantum efficiency, and 16-bit analogue to digital conversion, perfect for a wide range of applications and telescopes.
The advanced Sony sensors used in our Apx series are well known for their ‘no glow’ quality with outstanding detail. The Apx26 also seamlessly integrates with Atik’s advanced software solutions. The camera has a 512MB memory buffer to prevent image artefacts and dropped frames. Furthermore, the Apx26 comes with a built-in USB hub, high performance cooling, anti-condensation and anti-reflection optics, as well as easy chip adjustment. Completed with Atik’s exceptional premium electronics and build quality to deliver incredible images for both scientific OEM applications and astrophotography.
Specifications Download Datasheet
| Image Sensor | Sony IMX571 CMOS sensor |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 6244 x 4168 |
| Pixel Pitch | 3.76 μm |
| Sensor Size | 28.3mm diagonal (23.5mm x 15.7mm) |
| Full Well | 51,000 e- |
| Read Noise | 1.7 e- (typical) |
| Dark Current Noise at camera set point |
0.0008 e-/p/s |
| Set Point Cooling at ambient of 20oC |
-15°C |
| Frame Rate | ~4FPS (Full Frame image) |
| Mount Type | M54 x 0.75 |
| ADC | 16 bit |
| Backfocus Distance | 17mm ±0.5; without levelling plate = 9.5mm ±0.5 |
| Reading Mode | Rolling shutter |
| Exposure Range | 1 ms - 24 hours |
| System Requirements | Windows 10 USB 3.0 8GB Ram 64 bit Operating System |
