Meade 16MP Color Deep Sky Imager IV (DSI-IV)

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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Steven R : Read some good reviews of this camera.John B : I really like Meade products, been using them for over twenty years. They keep improving their product line. And now with Sky Imager there two steps ahead of the competition.Andrew F : I just purchased a Meade LX600 14" f/8 telescope and are making arrangements to have a small observatory built by Explora-Dome. This is something I have dreamed about for many years but never had the space, but now I have 17 acres. The camera will join my Niikon 850 and will serve as lead on photographing deep space objects. I spent many years as a professional shutter bug shooting a lot of different items, but never anything solar. Aug 29, 2019

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Meade DSI-IV Specifications

  • Power Source

    DC 5V over PC USB Port. External Power Adapter for Cooling System, DC12V, 3A

  • Image Sensor

    MN34230PLJ CMOS (Panasonic)

  • Chip Dimensions

    4/3" (21.9mm diagonal) (17.6mm L x 13.3mm W)

  • Pixels

    16 Megapixels (4640 x 3506)

  • Pixel Size

    3.8 micro m x 3.8 micro m

  • A/D Conversion

    12-bit

  • Read Noise

    1.2e @30db gain

  • Frames per second/Resolution

    23 fps at full resolution in 8-bit mode (faster when subframed)

  • Max Cooling

    40-45C below ambient

  • Shutter

    Electronic Rolling Shutter

  • Minimum Exposure Time

    0.15ms

  • Maximum Exposure Time

    3,600s

  • Mounting Type

    M42x0.75 or 2" Nosepiece

  • Interface Type

    USB 2.0 or 3.0

  • Back Focus Distance

    17.5mm

  • Image Format

    JPEG, BITMAP, FITS

  • Video Format

    SER, AVI

  • Binning

    1x1, 2x2, 3x3

  • Spectral Range

    405-690nm (with IR-cut filter)

  • Operating Temperature

    14 Degree F - 122 Degree F (-10 Degree C - 50 Degree C)

  • Minimum System Requirements

    Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP or later
    CPU Requirements: Equal to Intel Core2 2.8GHz or Higher
    Memory & USB Port: 2GB or More. USB 3.0

  • Built-in USB Hub

    2 x USB 2.0 Ports

  • Software

    Meade SkyCapture- v2.1 or greater

  • Dimensions

    Product: 3.44 x 3.21 x 4.13" (8.75 x 8.16 x 10.49cm)
    Hard Case with Camera & Accessories: 11.02 x 9.06 x 5.91" (28 x 23 x 15cm)

  • Weight

    Product: 1.51 lb (0.69 kg)
    Hard Carry Case: 5.24 lb (2.4kg)

  • UPC Code

    709942999396

About Meade DSI-IV

The acclaimed Deep Sky Imager (DSI) camera series is BACK, and it's more advanced than ever. Equipped with a 16MP Panasonic CMOS image sensor, regulated two-stage thermo-electric cooler, and 3.8microm pixels, the new DSI-IV is the ideal camera for all of your astrophotography pursuits. The low-noise, high-resolution and fast USB 3.0 readout make this camera suitable for both deep-sky and planetary imaging, making it one of the most versatile astronomy cameras available.

The DSI-IV offers immense value beyond the camera itself. It not only comes with its own high-quality, weather-resistant hard carrying case and AC power adapter, but we've included a new version of SkyCapture camera control software. With complete camera control, SkyCapture can run automatic image capture sequences without the need to purchase additional software. Capture high-quality images and video of galaxies, nebulae, and other beautiful objects of the night sky with Meade's DSI-IV.

Meade DSI-IV Features

  • Large 4/3" format 16 Megapixel, low noise CMOS Sensor
  • Dual-stage, regulated, thermo-electric cooler suppresses thermal noise for clean, high-quality images
  • Includes SkyCapture camera control software
  • ASCOM compatible, drivers included
  • 23 Frames Per Second at Full Resolution (faster when subframed)
  • Captures in both video and still frame mode, suitable for lunar, planetary, and deep sky astro-imaging
  • Compatible with Windows operating system

Key Features

  • Large 4/3" format 16 Megapixel, low noise CMOS Sensor
  • Includes SkyCapture camera control software
  • ASCOM compatible, drivers included
  • 23 Frames Per Second at Full Resolution (faster when subframed)
  • Compatible with Windows operating system

What's in the box:

  • 16MP Deep Sky Imager IV (Color)
  • 2 " Nosepiece
  • AC Power Adapter (US Plug Only)
  • USB 3.0 Cable
  • Desiccant Plug
  • Software CD
  • Hard Carrying Case
  • Meade 1 Year Limited Warranty