Camera PLB-Mx Mono

Specifies the type of camera, for example: CCD camera, SLR, webcam or planetary camera.

The high sensitivity makes it particularly suitable for deep sky imaging.

Specifies the total number of pixels. With this handy value you can compare the resolutions of different cameras.

Colour cameras produce quick results, monochrome cameras capture more detail.

The resolution of a sensor is expressed as the total number of pixels. In digital cameras it is usually specified in megapixels. However, the specification of the number of single pixels in a vertical and horizontal row is more precise, for example 2048x2048.

The bit depth is also referred to as the dynamic range of a chip. The number of bits in a picture also determines how many different shades of grey can be displayed. The depth of the image information depends directly on it. In an image taken with 1 bit depth, you will only see black and white dots. In this case, you can hardly call it a picture. Many details that the naked eye can discern are missing. 16 bits means the presentation of more than 65.000 shades of grey.

The maximum exposure time in minutes that is possible with this camera.

The interface is the type of connection or cable between the device (e.g. a camera) and computer, such as: USB, RS232, firewire or analogue video.

A filter thread is a fine thread into which 1.25" or 2" astronomical filters can be screwed.

This refers to whether a filter wheel is integrated in the camera housing, or is included in the scope of delivery as an external filter wheel.