Celestron – NexImage 5 Solar System Imager – 5MP CMOS Sensor (MT9P031) – Beginner Camera for Lunar & Planetary Astrophotography – High-Resolution Color Imaging, USB 2.0(NexImage 5MP – Solar System Imager)

Description

The Celestron NexImage 5 CMOS Solar System Imager is a compact, feature-rich astroimaging camera that makes it easy to capture detailed images of the Moon, planets, and even the Sun with a proper filter. At its core is a 5 MP ON Semiconductor MT9P031 CMOS sensor with 2.2 micron pixels, delivering sharp, high-resolution color images with excellent sensitivity and low noise—even under less-than-perfect seeing conditions. Its 2592 x 1944 native resolution reveals fine Solar System detail, from Jupiter’s cloud bands to Saturn’s rings and lunar craters. Setup is straightforward: connect the NexImage 5 to your Windows PC via USB 2.0—no external power required. Included iCap software lets you preview and capture live video, while RegiStax frame-stacking software refines your best frames into final images. You’ll have full control of exposure, gain, white balance, frame rate, and other settings for precise adjustments. For added versatility, NexImage 5 supports 2×2 and 4×4 pixel binning to boost sensitivity and frame rates, simplifying processing for dimmer targets. Its standard 1.25-inch barrel fits any compatible focuser or diagonal and accepts standard 1.25-inch filters, while built-in C-threads make it easy to attach to optical accessories. A built-in IR-cut filter ensures accurate color by blocking unwanted infrared light. Whether you’re a beginner ready to take your first astrophotography images or an enthusiast upgrading from a webcam-style imager, NexImage 5 offers a reliable, high-performance way to explore and capture the Solar System from your own backyard.