SBIG Scientific CMOS Imaging Camera Monochrome Camera

The STC-428M Scientific CMOS imaging monochrome camera provides a high sensitivity, low noise 7-megapixel imaging experience in a compact package.

The new STC-428-M scientific CMOS camera represents a major improvement over CCD technology. Compared with previous CCD models, the STC-428-M features higher sensitivity (78% QE versus 56%), significantly lower read noise (2.5 e- versus 9.3 e-), and 20X faster readout.

While a single exposure on the IMX428 sensor can equal CCD dynamic range, the combination of fast readout and very low read noise allows for stacking many shorter to produce a greater dynamic range than previously possible. The built-in StackPro capability can automatically divide your exposure into up to 16 shorter sub-exposures, and stack them inside the camera prior to download. This increases dynamic range without imposing greater processing requirements on the host computer.

Our SmartCooling active regulation maintains the sensor temperature to within 0.1C, and minimizes fan speed based on heat sink temperature for longer life and quieter operation.

Sensor Specifications:

• SONY IMX428 CMOS imaging sensor
• 3208 x 2200 pixels / 7.1 megapixel
• 4.5 micron pixels
• 17.6 mm diagonal
• Peak QE 78%
• Typical QE:
  • Red (635-700 nm) ~ 63%
  • Green (520-560 nm) ~ 78%
  • Blue (450-490 nm) ~ 75%
• 12-bit A/D conversion with low-gain and high-gain modes
• Very low read noise ~ 2.5e-
• Very low dark current 0.1 e-/pixel/sec typical @ -5C
• 80 dB dynamic range

The STC-428-M supports several optional gain modes:

• Low Gain
  • 12-bit data
  • Gain 5.5 e-/ADU
  • Full Well ~ 22,500 e-
  • Read Noise ~5 e-
• Medium Gain
  • 12-bit data
  • Gain 2.45 e-/ADU
  • Full Well ~ 10,000 e-
  • Read Noise ~ 2.3 e-
• High Gain
  • 12-bit data
  • Gain 1.2 e-/ADU
  • Full Well ~ 5,000 e-
  • Read Noise ~ 1.9 e-

• A high sensitivity, low noice 7 megapixel IMX428 imaging sensor
• Electronic global shutter for fast exposure times
• Highspeed USB 3.0 interface
• Downloads in under 50 milliseconds

• SBIGSTC-428 CMOS Monochrome Imaging Camera
• T-Thread lens mount
• 4-40 front panel screw mounts
• 1/4-20 tripod mount
• 2″ nosepiece adapter
• Universal power supply
• USB 3.0 cable