What are the differences between the two nightscape cameras
October 26, 2014
Here is a summary of the specs and some key information;
| Feature | Nightscape #95555 | Nightscape #95560 |
| CCD Sensor | Kodak KAI-10100 Color | Kodak KAF- 8300 Color |
| Pixel Array | 3760 x 2840 (10.7Mp) | 3326 x 2504 (8.3Mp) |
| Pixel Size | 4.75?m x 4.75?m | 5.4?m x 5.4?m |
| Full -well capacity | 25,000e- | 25,500e- |
| Read noise (RMS) | 16e- | 8e- |
| Sensor Size | 22.5mm diagonal | 22.5 diagonal |
| BinninCapability | 2x2 in color, 4x4 in color | 2x2 in monochrome |
| Relative Sensitivity | At full 1x1 resolution, sensitivity is best matched with short telescopes with a fast f-ratio, such as an EdgeHD with Hyperstar (f/2). In 2x2 and 4x4 binning modes, the camera is considerably more sensitive and suited for longer focal length telescopes like the EdgeHD operating at f/10 or f/11. This provides great versatility for most imaging configurations . | The KAF-8300's inherent low noise, high sensitivity, and relativley small pixel size mit ideal for a wide range of medium to long focal length telescopes, such as an EdgeHD system with a 0.7 Reducer Lens, as well as most refractor and reflector telescopes. |
| Value | The Original Nightscape offers more pixels per dollar than any other cooled 16-bit color CCD in the market. | Best-valued KAF-8300 camera available, setting a new standard for intermediate level imaging. |
