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SBIG STC-7 CAMERA
USER’S MANUAL
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SBIG STC-7 Imaging Camera
The SBIG STC-7 is designed for high performance astronomical imaging
applications. The camera features an ultra-sensitive and low noise 7.1
megapixel cooled CMOS sensor, integrated 8-position filter wheel, plus a
complete set of LRGB and narrowband filters, including an opaque filter
for convenience in taking dark frames.
The STC-7 scientific CMOS camera represents a major improvement
over CCD technology. Compared with previous CCD models, the STC-7
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 can equal CCD dynamic range, the combination of fast
readout and very low read noise allows for in-camera stacking using
SBIG’s Stack Pro™ to produce a greater dynamic range than previously
possible.
Stack Pro™ is a revolutionary feature that performs image stacking
inside the camera. While the IMX428 sensor has dynamic range on a
par with its CCD predecessor, it is limited to 12-bit data. However it also
has far lower read noise, which means you can stack many more shorter
exposures without degrading the signal-to-noise ratio.