2023 y
04
We introduced the Seestar sub-brand, dedicated to developing popular, lightweight, and innovative astronomy products, bringing intelligent telescopes into households worldwide. We are proud to announce the release of the Seestar S50. This clever telescope integrates a telescope, motorized mount, astronomical camera, ASIAIR controller, heater belt, and filter-switching device.
202304
We introduced the fifth edition ASIAIR: ASIAIR Plus 256G, equipped with a self-developed motherboard that ensures stability and reliability. With an eight-fold increase in storage capacity, astronomy enthusiasts can now easily enjoy capturing various celestial objects.
202304
We introduced the ZWO FF series telescopes, featuring a unique lens design and powerful field flattening capabilities, so the telescopes ensure high-quality star images, enhance image stability, and significantly reduce spherical and chromatic aberrations impact on photographs.
202304
We introduced the AM3, another addition to our AM series of harmonic equatorial mounts that do not require a counterweight. The design of the AM3 not only prioritizes portability but also emphasizes ensuring stability and structural rigidity during usage, going beyond the sole focus on the lightweight of the main body.
202304
2022 y
12
The brand image and brand strategy have undergone a comprehensive upgrade. "To empower and inspire your universal journey" is our motto. Through continuous innovation, we aim to provide more convenient services and more intelligent products for astronomy enthusiasts.
202212
11
AstroNet platform launches, aiming to create an equitable and healthy communication platform for astronomy enthusiasts worldwide, and actively collaborating to promote popular astronomy education.
202211
10
We introduced the fifth edition ASIAIR: ASIAIR Mini. The most portable ASIAIR ever. 42% smaller in size than ASIAIR Plus and 21% lighter. Meanwhile, the ASIAIR v2.0 was also released, featuring a new astrophotography online community. The 2.0 version marks the ZWO complete ecosystem shaped initially.
202210
2021 y
12
AM5 Mount Released: ZWO's first strain wave gear mount powered by cutting-edge harmonic drive technology for portability and precision.
202112
08
ASIAIR Plus Released: The 3rd Edition Smart WiFi Controller. Powered with 4G eMMC storage for ultra-fast data transmission.
202108
2020 y
06
ASI2600MM Pro Released: Equipped with Sony's latest back-illuminated IMX571 monochrome sensor, ASI 2600MM Pro remains state of the art in DSO imaging.
202006
2019 y
12
The ASI6200 Released: ZWO's first 16-bit ADC full-frame ZERO amp glow camera with Sony IMX455 back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
201912
10
ASIAIR PRO Released: The second generation of ZWO has fully upgraded software and hardware and supports external storage devices. In addition, new features such as live stacking and video mode are also available.
201910
183GT&1600GT Released: This series contains all the great features and performance of our original cameras, including an integrated 5-position and ultra-quiet electronic filter wheel. 1.25” and 31mm filters accepted.
201910
03
EAF Released: Supplied with a versatile mounting bracket system, the EAF is suitable for flexible installation across a wide range of telescope focuser systems.
201903
2018 y
07
ASIAIR Released: First generation Astrophotography Wireless Controller. A revolutionary product and a giant leap in astrophotography.
201807
2017 y
10
ASI294 Released: Equipped with SONY IMX 294 back-illuminated sensor, ASI294 is a versatile and highly sensitive one-shot color camera for deep sky and solar system imaging.
201710
09
Mini Series Released: Includes ASI120MM Mini, ASI290MM Mini, and ASI174MM Mini, made especially for guiding.
201709
2016 y
12
OAG Released: Perfectly fits in all ASI mini series cameras and can be used for guiding.
201612
11
ASI071 Released: The first APS-C format CMOS cooled camera in the world. It features very low dark current noise and high sensitivity.
201611
07
EAF Released: ZWO EAF's world-class CNC machining technology and whisper-quiet stepper motor allow you to capture spectacular color images with a monochrome astronomy camera.
201607
05
ASI1600 Released: The evolving CMOS sensor technology of ASI1600 continues to challenge the dominance of CCD cameras in the astrophotography landscape.
201605
2015 y
12
Atmospheric Dispersion Corrector (ADC) Released: ZWO's self-owned proprietary technology. An ingenious device that compensates for the effects of atmospheric dispersion.
201512
07
ASI224, ASI290, ASI178, ASI185 Released: Excellent Series for planetary imaging. They are widely recognized as one of the best excellent planetary cameras in the market by that time.
201507
02
ASI174 Released: The biggest & fastest planetary CMOS camera in the world at then! It is considered the best camera for solar imaging because of its 1/1.2″ large sensor, 164fps frame rate, and global shutter.
201502
2014 y
09
ASI120 USB3.0 version Released: ASI120MC-S/ASI120MM-S USB3.0 version launched.
201409
2012 y
09
ASI 120 Released: World’s first CMOS sensor astronomy camera. An epoch-making planetary camera that marks the beginning of a new era of CMOS-based astrophotography.
201209
2011 y
09
ZWO was founded in Suzhou, China, in 2012 by an amateur astrophotographer-Sam Wen, who brought the new company a vision of changing how people shoot astrophotography.
201109