# Cooling Astrophotography Cameras PrimaLuceLabs' Modified Nikon D5500 Stays the Perfect Temperature By Joey Haar | Published 2016-10-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primalucelabs References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2016/10/13/13276484/primalucelab-nikon-d5500a-cooled-camera-astrophotography) & [primalucelab](http://www.primalucelab.com/astronomy/d5500a-cooled-camera.html) PrimaLuceLabs' new, modified [Nikon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-universal-lunar-camera) D5500 camera is designed specifically for astrophotographers. When taking photos of the night sky, the best way to capture bright stars with a regular camera setup is to leave long exposure times. However, exposing [digital cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boundaries-of-imaging-technology) for extended periods often heats up the sensor, which results in high levels of noise. PrimaLuceLabs' modified camera uses a special [cooling system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-powershot-v1) that attaches to the back of the camera body and keeps it at a finely tuned temperature for as long as the camera is in use. Thus, while normal camera use will heat a camera to 68 degrees Fahrenheit or warmer, PrimaLuceLabs' camera will be cooled to precisely 28.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Though one might not expect temperature to have a visible effect of photographic noise, the results from PrimaLuceLabs' tests are evident even to amateurs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Astrophotography Cameras:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing cameras specifically designed for capturing photos of the night sky with reduced noise levels caused by heating. - **Camera Cooling Systems:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating specialized cooling systems for cameras to maintain a consistent temperature for improved image quality during extended exposure times. - **Noise Reduction Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing noise reduction technologies that can minimize the effects of heating on camera sensors, leading to clearer and more detailed images. ### Where This Applies - **Photography Equipment:** In the evolving photography equipment industry, there is an opportunity for disruptive innovation by introducing specialized cameras and cooling systems to meet the unique demands of astrophotographers. - **Consumer Electronics:** In the consumer electronics industry, there is an opportunity for disruptive innovation by developing advanced cooling technologies that can enhance the performance and longevity of digital cameras during prolonged usage. - **Technology:** In the technology industry, there is an opportunity for disruptive innovation by creating new noise reduction algorithms and techniques that can significantly improve image quality in digital cameras affected by heat. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Breaching Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-universal-lunar-camera.md) - [Intelligent 4K Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seestar-s30-pro.md) - [Celestial Photography Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-identification-camera.md) - [Flagship Mirrorless Camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flagship-mirrorless-camera.md) - [Advanced Night Vision Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duovox-mate-pro.md) - [AI-Powered Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finder-tw2.md) - [Field-Ready Ultra-Zoom Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikon-coolpix-p1100.md) - [Mirrorless Image-Stabilization Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagestabilization-camera.md) - [Night Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oppo-find-x5.md)