Get into the world of astro-video and astrophotography with the iOptron iE5100 Digital Camera! This nifty device lets you stream live images straight from your telescope to your computer screen. Watch the Moon, Sun, planets, and even land-based objects in real-time, thanks to the USB connection between the iE5100 and your computer. Save the images or record videos to view later or create frame-by-frame images.
What's in the Box:
- iE5100 Digital Camera
- USB cable
- 1.25" telescope eyepiece adapter
- Software CD
- One-year limited warranty
Compatibility:
- Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 (32 & 64-bit)
- OS X (Mac OS X)
- Linux
Specs & Features:
- Equipped with a 5MP Micron® color CMOS sensor featuring DigitalClarity® tech, reducing image noise like a champ.
- Sensor dimensions are 1/2.5” with pixels measuring 2.2µm x 2.2µm.
- Uses progressive scan for smoother image transitions.
- Max image resolution is an eye-popping 2592 x 1944.
- Record videos on your PC at a speed of up to 60fps when set to 640 x 480 resolution.
- The 1.25” telescope eyepiece adapter ensures compatibility with a broad range of telescopes.
- Got filters? The threaded adapter works with standard 1.25” eyepiece filters.
- The advanced camera control software gives you the power to fine-tune exposure settings from your PC.
- Rotate or flip the image in real-time to get the view you want.
- Powerful imaging software included for all your measurement and image processing needs.
- Stacking function selects the crispest frames, stacks 'em up, and aligns them into one high-quality image.
- Got a microscope with a C-mount thread? The standard camera C-mount means you can attach the iE5100 directly.
- Wanna get geeky and create your own camera controls? There's an optional SDK package for that.
So, if you're looking to step up your game in astro-video and astrophotography, the iOptron iE5100 Digital Camera has got you covered!
