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The Condor 486:200 is an ultra-sensitive, taper fiber optic CCD camera for use in X-ray imaging applications that demand a large field of view. The camera is based upon the CCD 486, a state-of-the-art, scientific grade, 4K x 4K sensor. At more than 60 x 60 mm2, the 486 is the largest commercially available CCD in the world. It is bonded to a 200-mm fiber-optic, the largest commercially available taper in the world. This combination delivers unsurpassed optical throughput and field of view. The camera boasts a low-noise, dual-speed, four-port readout architecture for the ultimate in sensitivity and speed. Dark current is virtually eliminated with cryogenic cooling to -60°C. Hard metal seals assure a reliable vacuum and continuous maintenance-free operation. Linear, 16-bit dynamic range and sophisticated features such as anti-blooming control and software control over binning and gain make the Condor the ultimate instrument for scientific X-ray imaging. The camera comes standard with a beryllium window for transmitting X-rays while blocking visible light. A range of X-ray phosphors can be selected for your particular application. For a smaller (135-mm) version of the camera, please see the Condor 486:135. For a straight fiber optic faceplate (no taper) version of this camera, please see the Condor 486:90.