Lumenera SKYnyx2-0M CCD camera astrophotography

Product Description

Lumenera SKYnyx2-0M VGA CCD Camera – For Planetary, Lunar, and Solar Imaging

This used Lumenera SKYnyx2-0M is a high-performance monochrome CCD camera specifically engineered for astrophotography, particularly lunar, solar, and planetary imaging . Based on Lumenera’s Lu075 camera—named a 2006 Hot Product by Sky & Telescope Magazine—the SKYnyx2-0M delivers exceptional sensitivity, low noise, and fast frame rates for capturing sharp, detailed images of celestial objects .

This camera is widely used by serious amateur astronomers and has been employed in professional applications, including ground-based observations supporting the ESA’s Venus Express mission .

Key Features & Specifications :

Performance Highlights:

• High Sensitivity: The Sony ICX424 sensor with 7.4µm pixels provides excellent light gathering capability

• Low Noise: 10 e- read noise and <1 e-/s dark current enable faint detail capture

• Fast Frame Rates: 60 fps at full resolution; significantly higher with ROI/binning for lucky imaging applications

• Global Shutter: Eliminates distortion when imaging fast-moving objects

• Flexible Control: ROI, binning, and programmable gain for optimized performance

Proven in the Field:

The SKYnyx2-0M has been extensively documented in scientific and amateur applications:

• Occultation Studies: Used for timing lunar occultations with Lucam Recorder software

• Lucky Imaging: Successfully employed for high-resolution imaging of visual double stars

• Planetary Imaging: Captured detailed images of Jupiter at 17 fps with a C11 telescope

• Venus Monitoring: Utilized for UV imaging of Venus, with images referenced by the European Space Agency

• Mars Observations: Documented in the CMO (Center for Mars Observations) archives for 2008 Mars opposition imaging

Community Recognition:

Experienced astrophotographers note that the SKYnyx2-0M offers advantages over lower-cost alternatives, including the ability to achieve 3-400 fps with cropped windows and 12-bit output for greater dynamic range . Users recommend minimizing gain for optimal image quality after stacking .

Condition:

SOLD AS IS
USED – SHOWS NORMAL WEAR (scuffs, minor cosmetic wear)
SENSOR CONDITION UNKNOWN – inspect for dust or damage
NO SOFTWARE OR DRIVERS INCLUDED (Lucam Recorder and third-party software available online)
NO USB CABLE INCLUDED
PICTURE MAY NOT MATCH PRODUCT

Potential Applications:

• Planetary Imaging: Jupiter, Saturn, Mars at high frame rates

• Lunar Photography: Detailed lunar surface imaging

• Solar Imaging: With appropriate solar filters

• Occultation Timing: Stellar and lunar occultations

• Lucky Imaging: High-resolution double star observations

• Educational/Research: College observatories and advanced amateur setups