cameracomparison · 2-way
OGMA AP26MC vs OGMA AP26CC
Key differences
Mono vs color
Specifications
| Specification | OGMA AP26MC | OGMA AP26CC |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Dedicated Cooled | Dedicated Cooled |
| Sensor | Sony IMX571 | Sony IMX571 |
| Sensor tech | CMOS | CMOS |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor size | 23.4×15.7mm | 23.4×15.7mm |
| Diagonal | 28.3mm | 28.3mm |
| Pixel size | 3.76µm | 3.76µm |
| Resolution | 6224×4168 | 6224×4168 |
| Megapixels | 26.0MP | 26.0MP |
| Color | No | Yes |
| Cooling | ||
| Cooled | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| Full well | 100000e⁻ | 100000e⁻ |
| Peak QE | 80% | 80% |
Advantages of OGMA AP26MC
- Mono sensor — ideal for narrowband and LRGB
Advantages of OGMA AP26CC
- One-shot color — simpler workflow
Best for — OGMA AP26MC
- Balanced field for most refractors
- Well-sampled deep-sky at medium focal lengths
- Long-exposure deep-sky under any sky
- Narrowband and LRGB workflows
Best for — OGMA AP26CC
- Balanced field for most refractors
- Well-sampled deep-sky at medium focal lengths
- Long-exposure deep-sky under any sky
- One-shot color — quick results, less processing
OGMA AP26MC — typical FOV & scale
- On 250mm refractor (wide)FOV: 5.36° × 3.59°Scale: 3.10"/px
- On 800mm SCT reducerFOV: 1.68° × 1.12°Scale: 0.97"/px
- On 2000mm SCT nativeFOV: 0.67° × 0.45°Scale: 0.39"/px
OGMA AP26CC — typical FOV & scale
- On 250mm refractor (wide)FOV: 5.36° × 3.59°Scale: 3.10"/px
- On 800mm SCT reducerFOV: 1.68° × 1.12°Scale: 0.97"/px
- On 2000mm SCT nativeFOV: 0.67° × 0.45°Scale: 0.39"/px
OGMA AP26MC — recommended user
A strong fit for dedicated deep-sky imagers pairing with a broad range of focal lengths.
OGMA AP26CC — recommended user
A strong fit for dedicated deep-sky imagers pairing with a broad range of focal lengths.
