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Compact cylindrical astronomy camera matte black finish USB 3.0 port

Celestron

Celestron NexImage 20 20MP USB 3.0 Solar System Imager

SKU CH-VQB2-X5EEK

Capture detailed 20 MP planetary and lunar images at up to 90 fps via USB 3.0 with a Sony AR2020 CMOS sensor and IR cutoff filter

  • High-resolution 20 MP Sony AR2020 sensor captures detailed lunar and planetary images
  • High-speed USB 3.0 interface enables up to 90 frames per second for smooth captures
  • IR cutoff filter optimises contrast and blocks infrared light for safe solar imaging
  • Precise 10-bit RAW conversion with exposure range from 0.0001 to 10 seconds
  • Back-illuminated 1.4 µm pixels on 7.3 x 5.4 mm sensor deliver high sensitivity at 8.7 ke-/lux-sec

Solar System Imager 20MP

The Celestron NexImage 20 is a dedicated USB 3.0 astronomy camera built around a Sony AR2020 CMOS sensor. It captures colour images at 5240 x 3840 pixels for detailed lunar, solar and planetary work. High-speed transfer supports up to 90 frames per second for smooth recording. An integrated IR cutoff filter improves contrast during solar observation when used with a proper solar filter.

Planetary photographers seeking high resolution

This camera suits imagers who want 20MP resolution and fast frame rates for stacking detailed planetary or lunar frames. The 1.4 micrometre pixels on a 7.3 x 5.4 mm sensor provide a narrow field of view, so deep-sky enthusiasts needing large sensors or cooled operation should look elsewhere. Buyers requiring built-in guiding ports or mechanical shutters will not find them here.

iCap software and IR filter included

The free iCap download adds control over exposure from 0.0001 to 10 seconds, gain and frame rate to unlock the sensor's 10-bit RAW output. The fitted IR cutoff filter blocks unwanted infrared light, sharpening solar and planetary detail without extra accessories. No additional cables, adapters or calibration frames are supplied in the package.

Highlights

  • High-resolution 20 MP Sony AR2020 sensor captures detailed lunar and planetary images
  • High-speed USB 3.0 interface enables up to 90 frames per second for smooth captures
  • IR cutoff filter optimises contrast and blocks infrared light for safe solar imaging
  • Precise 10-bit RAW conversion with exposure range from 0.0001 to 10 seconds
  • Back-illuminated 1.4 µm pixels on 7.3 x 5.4 mm sensor deliver high sensitivity at 8.7 ke-/lux-sec

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 20MP USB 3.0 imager require a telescope to operate?

Yes, the camera is designed to attach to a telescope so its 7.3 x 5.4 mm Sony AR2020 sensor can capture planetary detail.

Can the 90 fps High-Speed USB 3.0 camera run on an older USB 2.0 port?

It will function at reduced speed on USB 2.0, but full 90 fps performance needs a USB 3.0 connection.

How do I verify the 10-bit RAW A/D conversion is active after setup?

Open the included iCap software and confirm the output shows 10-bit RAW data at up to 5240 x 3840 pixels.

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