Apollo-C

R11250,00

  • Sensor: Sony IMX174 color
  • Format: 11.3 mm x 7.1 mm (1/1.2″)
  • Max Resolution: 1936×1216 (2.3 MP)
  • Pixel Size: 5.86 µm

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Player One Apollo-C

Key Features

  • Sony IMX174 1/1.2″ CMOS Sensor (Color):
    2.3 MP resolution (1936 x 1216), with 5.86 µm pixels and 13.3 mm diagonal chip (~11.3 x 7.1 mm chip).
  • Global Shutter Architecture:
    Ideal for solar, lunar, or ISS work-providing sync-free capture and no rolling artifacts.
  • High-Speed Imaging:
    Up to ≈164 FPS RAW8 at 10-bit depth when used via USB 3.0; excellent for capturing solar dynamics or live video.
  • Efficient Data Handling:
    256 MB DDR3 buffer minimizes frame drops and stabilizes streaming, even via USB 2.0.
  • Compact, Robust Build:
    Carbon-fiber chassis (~160 g), integrated sensor tilt plate and internal shading sponge pad reduce stray light.

Why Choose This Product?

  • Purpose-built for Solar Imaging:
    A global-shutter color sensor tuned for high-contrast solar features-sunspots, prominences, and limb details.
  • High Frame Rate Capture:
    164 FPS RAW8 (10-bit) captures fast evolution in solar phenomena or planet transits.
  • Compact & Efficient Design:
    Lightweight body, internal tilt and shading engineering-including DPS and DDR3 buffering-for reliable performance.
  • Value and Simplicity:
    Delivers solar imaging-grade finesse in a streamlined format-great entry into dedicated solar astrophotography.

Specifications

SensorSony IMX174 1/1.2″ CMOS (color)
Diagonal13.3 mm
Total Pixels2.3 Mega Pixels
Max Resolution1936x1216
Pixel Size5.86 µm
Chip Size11.3 mm x 7.1 mm
Bayer MatrixRGGB
Frame Rate164 FPS (10-bit RAW8)
ShutterGlobal shutter
Exposure Range32 µs-2000 s
Readout Noise6.3 - 3.5 e⁻
Full Well24.8 k e⁻
QE Peak≈77%
ADC12 bit
Data PortUSB 3.0 / USB 2.0
Adapter1.25″ / M42x0.75
Back Focal Length12.5 mm
Diameter66 mm
Weight160 g
Resolution and FPS Performance via USB 3.0 Connection
Resolution Raw8 Raw16
1936x1216164FPS82.5FPS
1920x1080184.5FPS93.5FPS
1280x720272FPS210FPS
800x600323FPS252.5FPS
640x480398FPS311FPS
More resolution options can be configured in capture software.

What's in the box

  • Apollo-C camera
  • T-mount + 1.25″ cover
  • USB 3.0 data cable
  • ST-4 guiding cable
  • M2 hex wrench
  • Air blower

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