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Camera for telescope. Designed for astrophotography

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Product ID 70362
Brand Levenhuk, Inc., USA
Warranty lifetime
EAN 5905555003870
Package size (LxWxH) 15x15x10
Shipping Weight 0.57
Description

The Levenhuk T500 PLUS Digital Camera is an accessory that all astrophotography fans will appreciate. This camera can be mounted on a telescope and can shoot the night sky with a resolution of up to 2592x1944 pixels. Levenhuk T500 PLUS supports video recording with a frame rate of up to 60 frames per second. You can capture all the beauty of the space and share incredibly beautiful pictures of celestial objects with friends and like-minded people.

With the Levenhuk T500 PLUS, you can shoot a variety of astronomical objects: the Moon and the planets of the Solar system. You can record lunar and solar eclipses and bright tails of comets.

The camera is installed in place of an eyepiece directly into the focuser of the telescope. A 1.25" adapter is included in the package. To connect the camera to a computer, use a USB cable that is also used to recharge the camera. The image processing software included in the package will allow you to customize images.

To ensure the best possible performance of your new camera, make sure your computer complies with the system requirements specified by the manufacturer. Compatible OS include Mac, Linux, and Windows. A USB 2.0 port is required to establish a connection. If the software does not run on your computer, please contact us and specify your operating system and its version (for Linux: platform and kernel version).

The latest version of Levenhuk Software for Windows supports eight languages: English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish.

The kit includes:

  • Levenhuk telescope digital camera
  • Adapter (31.75mm/1.25")
  • USB cable for connection to PC or laptop and power supply
  • Installation CD with Levenhuk image editing software and the required drivers
  • User manual and lifetime warranty
Specifications
Product ID 70362
Brand Levenhuk, Inc., USA
Warranty lifetime
EAN 5905555003870
Package size (LxWxH) 15x15x10
Shipping Weight 0.57
Sensor CMOS
Megapixels 5
Maximum resolution, pix 2592x1944
Sensor size 1/2.5"
Pixel size, μm 2.2x2.2
Light sensitivity 0.53 v / lux.sec @ 550 nm
Exposure time 0.294ms–2000ms
Video recording
Frame rate, fps at resolution 5@2592x1944, 18@1280x960, 60@640x480
Active range, dB 66.5
Place of installation 31.75-mm (1.25") diameter focuser, instead of an eyepiece
Image format *.jpg, *.bmp, *.png, *.tif
Video format output: *.wmv, *.avi, *.h264 (Windows 8 and later), *h265 (Windows 10 and later)
Spectral range, nm 380–650 (built-in IR filter)
Shutter type ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
White balance manual, automatic
Exposure control manual, automatic
Software features image size, brightness, exposure time
Output USB 2.0, 480 Mbps
System requirements Windows 8/10/11 (32bit and 64bit), Mac OS X, Linux, up to 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 or higher, minimum 2GB RAM, USB 2.0 port, CD-ROM
Software Levenhuk
Body metal
Power supply 2.0 USB cable
Operating temperature range,°C -10...+50
Additional the camera is compatible with the Ekos StellarMate app (a StellarMate controller must be purchased separately)
Questions and Answers
Dale Baker (2018.02.08)
Do you have more extensive help or manuals for the Levenhuk Lite Software or a professional version?
Customer service:
Dear Dale, thank you for your interest in Levenhuk products. You can find all available information in References and Downloads tab. Is there any additional information you might need?
Mike Westwood (2017.12.27)
All these cameras (including m800 plus) are suitable for both telescopes and microscopes, aren’t they?
Customer service:
Yes, Levenhuk T500 PLUS Digital camera can be used with both microscopes and telescopes if eyepiece barrel diameter matches.
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