ZWO Filter Drawer
Best modular accessory for astrophotographers seeking rapid filter changes.
This accessory simplifies the process of swapping filters while using camera lenses for astrophotography. Its magnetic design allows for rapid changes, ensuring you spend less time adjusting equipment and more time capturing the night sky.
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Who it's for
- Astrophotographers seeking efficiency during limited clear night skies
- Users with tight back-focus requirements on dedicated astronomy cameras
- Deep-sky imagers working in light-polluted urban environments
Who should skip it
- Automated observatory users wanting fully remote filter transitions
- Photographers using a diverse mix of non-ZWO hardware brands
- Perfectionists demanding absolute optical alignment across the entire frame
Performance breakdown
Filter Swapping Speed
Magnetic system makes changing filters mid-session incredibly fast and effortless.
Build Durability
Rugged metal construction withstands the rigors of frequent field use.
Back Focus Precision
Engineered to maintain exact spacing requirements for sharp, clear imaging.
Lens Compatibility
Seamlessly bridges standard camera lenses with specialized cooled imaging sensors.
Filter Versatility
Standard 2-inch support accommodates a vast ecosystem of astronomical filters.
Setup Simplicity
Straightforward design minimizes complexity when integrating into existing astrophotography rigs.
Key Specs
Thickness
29mm (Nikon version), 26.5mm (EOS version)
Filter Compatibility
2-inch astronomical filters
Interface Thread
M42*0.75
Camera Compatibility
ASI cooled cameras with 17.5mm back focus distance (excluding GT series)
Mount Type
Nikon or Canon EOS lens mount
Material
Metal with magnetic adsorption
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