Player One Poseidon-C Pro (IMX 571) Cooled Camera

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Poseidon C-Pro

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Player One Poseidon-C Pro (IMX571) Cooled Camera — APS-C Deep-Sky Astrophotography

The Player One Poseidon-C Pro is a professional-grade APS-C cooled colour CMOS astrophotography camera built around the Sony IMX571 sensor. Designed for advanced deep-sky imaging (DSO), it delivers low noise, high dynamic range, non-amp-glow performance with precise cooling control — ideal for capturing nebulae, galaxies, and faint targets.

Key Features

  • Sony IMX571 APS-C sensor (26 MP, 3.76 µm pixels, 28.3 mm diagonal)
  • Native 16-bit ADC (65 536 levels) for superb colour fidelity
  • Non-Amp-Glow design for ultra-clean dark frames
  • 2-Stage TEC cooling (ΔT > 40 °C)
  • 512 MB DDR3 cache for stable data transfer
  • STARVIS back-illuminated sensor architecture
  • Rear 4-point tilt plate for precise alignment
  • Integrated anti-dew heater & adjustable fan speed
  • Dual USB Type-C data ports + 12 V DC power input

Design & Build

Player One’s octagonal red-and-black chassis blends elegance with practicality. The rounded front plate minimises diffraction for RASA users, while the micro-frosted finish gives a professional, reflection-free appearance.

Rear 4-Point Sensor Tilt Plate

The rear 4-point tilt mechanism simplifies corner tuning and reduces field curvature. A high-density sponge light seal prevents side leaks for perfect star shapes across the frame.

Deep Cooling & Anti-Dew System

A two-stage TEC cooler achieves ΔT > 40 °C below ambient. Adjustable controls in ASCOM software let you set target temperature, fan speed and heater power. Recommended setting: ΔT ≈ 35 °C below ambient, fan ≈ 70 %, heater ≈ 10 %.

STARVIS Sensor & 16-bit ADC

The Sony IMX571 STARVIS sensor offers superb quantum efficiency, low noise and a native 16-bit ADC for smooth gradients and realistic colour transitions. The Non-Amp-Glow design keeps dark frames clean even on long exposures.

Connectivity & Power

  • 2 × USB Type-C data ports (main USB 3.0 supports 15 FPS RAW8)
  • 12 V DC input (5.5 × 2.1 mm) for TEC cooling power
  • Can operate bus-powered as an uncooled camera when TEC is off

Performance

Mode Dynamic Range Full Well Read Noise
Gain 0 (Normal) 14.26 stops 71.7 ke 3.96 e⁻
Gain 125 (HCG) 13.58 stops 16.6 ke 1.36 e⁻

FAQs

Does the Poseidon-C Pro include a power supply?

No — a power supply is not included. We recommend our 12 V 5 A Player One Power Supply for reliable cooling performance.

Where can I get drivers and manuals?

Download the latest software and manuals from Player One Astronomy.

Is it really Non-Amp-Glow?

Yes — even 300 s dark frames at −20 °C show no amp-glow, making calibration much simpler.

Player One Poseidon-C Pro (IMX 571) Cooled Camera

£1,649.00