Player One Ceres C Colour Camera – Elevate Your Astrophotography
Experience the universe in stunning, true-to-life colour with the Player One Ceres C Colour Camera. Built for astrophotography and guiding, this high-performance camera combines advanced Sony sensor technology with fast USB 3.0 data transfer to deliver incredible clarity, precision, and colour accuracy. Capture breathtaking deep-sky and planetary images with ease using the Ceres C camera.
Unleash Your Creativity with Player One’s Ceres C Colour Camera
Unlock your full imaging potential with Player One’s Ceres C. Featuring advanced colour processing and low-noise performance, this camera empowers astrophotographers of all experience levels to produce professional-quality images of galaxies, nebulae, and planets. Whether you’re capturing vibrant planetary detail or guiding your deep-sky setup, the Ceres C Colour Camera delivers outstanding results every night.
Capture the Cosmos in Living Colour
With its exceptional sensitivity and accurate colour reproduction, the Ceres C Colour Camera brings celestial objects to life. Reveal the brilliant hues of nebulae, the fine textures of planetary surfaces, and the delicate glow of distant galaxies with precision. Compact, lightweight, and powerful — it’s an essential tool for any astrophotographer who wants to elevate their imaging game.
Player One Astronomy’s Guiding Camera Series, also known as the Dwarf Planet Series, is designed for both guiding and imaging applications. The series includes three models: Ceres, Sedna, and Xena, each named after dwarf planets representing their sensor size and capabilities.
Product Overview
Ceres C is a guiding and imaging camera developed by Player One Astronomy. It features the Sony IMX224/225 1/3” format CMOS sensor with a 3.75µm pixel size and 19.4ke full well depth. Offering 1.2MP resolution (1304×976) and a 6mm diagonal, it delivers crisp, detailed results with exceptional dynamic range.
Highlights
USB 3.0 Data Port (500Mb/s) – Delivers transfer speeds over 10× faster than USB 2.0 (60Mb/s), ensuring smooth, lag-free image capture. Whether used for guiding or planetary imaging, the Dwarf Planet Series cameras offer outstanding reliability and performance.
The Ceres C has a compact 1.25″ diameter, allowing it to fit directly into standard guiding scopes for a short, streamlined setup.
Attach a 5–100mm CS lens to the camera to use it as a standalone guider or finder, adding even more flexibility to your astrophotography rig.
Key Features
- Sony IMX224/225 Sensor – 1/3″ format, 3.75µm pixels, high sensitivity.
- High Frame Rate – Up to 154 FPS in RAW8 mode.
- AR-Coated Glass – Reduces reflections for sharper imaging.
- Overvoltage & Overcurrent Protection – Ensures equipment safety.
- DPS Technology – Dead Pixel Suppression for cleaner images.
- Lightweight Hexagonal Design – Stylish and practical construction.
DPS Technology
The Player One Ceres C incorporates Dead Pixel Suppression (DPS) technology. This feature analyzes dark frames to identify fixed abnormal pixels and corrects them automatically, ensuring clean, artifact-free image output.
Power & Data Protection
Built-in overvoltage and overcurrent protection mechanisms keep your Ceres C camera and connected devices safe during operation. Designed for durability, this ensures stable performance even under extended imaging sessions.
High-Speed Data Port
When connected via USB 3.0, the Ceres C achieves up to 154 FPS in RAW8 mode using a 10-bit ADC. For best results, use a high-speed SSD for recording. An ST4 guiding port allows direct mount connection for precise tracking control.
Performance & Technical Data
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Player One Ceres C suitable for planetary imaging?
Yes — with up to 154 frames per second (FPS) via its high-speed USB 3.0 interface and ultra-low read noise, the Ceres C is ideal for capturing planets like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars in sharp detail.
Which sensor does the Ceres C use?
The Ceres C uses the Sony IMX224/225 colour CMOS sensor, a 1/3-inch sensor with 3.75 µm pixels and excellent quantum efficiency of around 80%, ensuring vibrant and accurate colour performance.
Can I use the Ceres C for telescope guiding?
Absolutely. It includes a built-in ST4 port for direct mount guiding and is compatible with most popular software such as PHD2 and NINA.
Does the Ceres C require external power?
No — the camera is USB-powered. Simply connect it to your computer’s USB 3.0 port to power and control the device.
What software works with the Ceres C?
The camera works seamlessly with SharpCap, FireCapture, NINA, and PHD2, as well as most astronomy capture and guiding applications that support ASCOM or native drivers.
- Resolution: 1304×976 (1.2 MP)
- Sensor Size: 4.9×3.7mm (1/3” CMOS)
- Pixel Size: 3.75µm
- Full Well Capacity: 19.4ke
- Bit Depth: 12-bit ADC
- Read Noise: As low as 0.75e
- Quantum Efficiency: ~80%
Mechanical Drawing & Package Contents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Player One Ceres C suitable for planetary imaging?
Yes — with up to 154 frames per second (FPS) via its high-speed USB 3.0 interface and ultra-low read noise, the Ceres C is ideal for capturing planets like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars in sharp detail.
Which sensor does the Ceres C use?
The Ceres C uses the Sony IMX224/225 colour CMOS sensor, a 1/3-inch sensor with 3.75 µm pixels and excellent quantum efficiency of around 80%, ensuring vibrant and accurate colour performance.
Can I use the Ceres C for telescope guiding?
Absolutely. It includes a built-in ST4 port for direct mount guiding and is compatible with most popular software such as PHD2 and NINA.
Does the Ceres C require external power?
No — the camera is USB-powered. Simply connect it to your computer’s USB 3.0 port to power and control the device.
What software works with the Ceres C?
The camera works seamlessly with SharpCap, FireCapture, NINA, and PHD2, as well as most astronomy capture and guiding applications that support ASCOM or native drivers.