QHY5III462M Mono Camera with Enhanced N-IR Sensitivity.

The QHY5III462M Mono camera features the Sony IMX462 STARVIS CMOS sensor. This sixth-generation sensor provides two-megapixel resolution with a pixel area of 1920 x 1080 and a pixel size of 2.9um. This sixth-generation sensor is exceptionally sensitive to near-infrared (NIR) light, displaying an almost equal peak sensitivity to NIR light as to light in the visible spectrum. Indeed, the peak quantum efficiency (QE) in near-infrared is around 800 nm, which is as high as the peak QE in the visible wavelengths.

The IMX462 sensor is back-illuminated, with Super High Conversion Gain (sHCG) technology that provides very low read noise at high gain. Using lower capacitance, a small amount of charge can be converted to a higher voltage, which results in higher sensitivity in low-light conditions. This is very helpful when stacking many short-exposure planetary images. The back-illuminated CMOS structure of the IMX462 also provides an improved full well capacity. This two-megapixel astronomy camera has a 1.25″ telescope interface, with an electric rolling shutter, a guide port, and a USB 3.0 port. As with the other cameras in the QHY 5III series, the QHY5III462M is both powered and controlled through its USB 3.0 port without the need for additional cables or power sources.

QHY has utilized the IMX462 sensor in this CMOS camera to provide optimal performance for planetary imaging. Between the sixth-generation sensor and the Super High Conversion Gain Technology, this affordable camera is an excellent addition to your astrophotography setup.

 

Model	QHY5III462M
CMOS Sensor	SONY IMX462 BSI CMOS
Pixel Size	2.9um x 2.9um
Effective Pixel Area	1920 x 1080
Effective Pixels	2 MP
Fullwell	12000e-
Readout Noise	0.5e-
AD Sample Depth	12-bit (output as 16-bit and 8-bit)
Sensor Size	Typical 1/2.8 inch
Full Frame Rate	Full Resolution 135 FPS@8-bits (USB3.0 Port）
ROI Frame Rate	Higher rates at selected fields of interest (Supports any region ROI)
Exposure Time Range	7us-900sec
Shutter Type	Electronic Rolling Shutter
Computer Interface	USB3.0
Guide Port	Yes
Telescope Interface	1.25-inch
Optical Window Type	Interchangeable 1.25-inch filter as optical window QHY5III462M: Includes a free 1.25-inch IR850 filter
Back Focal Length	12mm (±0.5)
Weight	88g