QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome

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The QHY163M is a high-performance camera designed for deep-sky imaging, featuring a 16MP 4/3-inch Panasonic CMOS sensor. Its monochrome sensor offers exceptional sensitivity, making it ideal for capturing faint celestial objects with impressive detail and clarity. The camera’s small 3.8μm pixel size and 16-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) provide high-resolution images, suitable for astrophotographers seeking precise results. One of the most important feature on this camera is that it is cooled, which makes it perfect for long exposure sessions. The QHY163M has the capacity to cool 40ºC below ambient. Incorporated with anti-dew technology, the CMOS chamer is fully sealed and includes a silicon tube socket as well as a heater to avoid dew formation, so that users can enjoy a relaxed imaging session even on damp nights. Perfect for deep-sky imaging, made with Sony CMOS sensor and a fast USB.3.0 interface, users can enjoy all levels of sky observation as this camera provides ultra sensitive and high frame rate photography capabilities. The optic window of the QHY163M is coated with a high-quality multi-layer anti-reflection (AR) coating, ensuring minimal light loss and improved image quality.  The QHY163M comes with a built-in 128MB DDRII image buffer, which acts as a safeguard against data transmission issues, such as dropped frames. This buffer ensures stable communication between the camera and your computer, even during high-speed data transfers. Specifications Type Monochrome Sensor Type Panasonic 16MP 4/3" Sensor FSI/BSI FSI Pixel Size 3.8 μm Format 4/3" Read Noise 1.0-2.4e Resolution 16 MP Max Framerate 100 FPS  @800*600 Delta T -40°C below ambient Memory Buffer 128MB DDR2 Shutter Rolling Shutter Full Well 18,000e - 20,000e Back Focus 17.5mm ADC 16-bit Optic Window Type QHY163M: AR+AR High Quality Multi-Layer Anti-Reflection Coating Exposure Range 60us-1800s USB 3.0 Adapter M42 X 0.75 Weight 442 g Camera Performance Graph   About QHYCCD QHYCCD specialises in designing and manufacturing high-quality astronomical devices, including cooled CMOS and CCD cameras, planetary and guiding cameras, and polar calibration gears like the PoleMaster. Founded by Dr. Qiu Hongyun in 2003, the company offers a broad range of products for both amateur and professional astronomers. Known for their advanced technology and affordability, QHYCCD’s cameras are used worldwide for deep-sky imaging, planetary photography, and scientific research. Their extensive product line and commitment to excellence make them a preferred choice for high-performance imaging solutions. Product Code: 163M
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    The QHY163M is a high-performance camera designed for deep-sky imaging, featuring a 16MP 4/3-inch Panasonic CMOS sensor. Its monochrome sensor offers exceptional sensitivity, making it ideal for capturing faint celestial objects with impressive detail and clarity. The camera’s small 3.8μm pixel size and 16-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) provide high-resolution images, suitable for astrophotographers seeking precise results.

    One of the most important feature on this camera is that it is cooled, which makes it perfect for long exposure sessions. The QHY163M has the capacity to cool 40ºC below ambient. Incorporated with anti-dew technology, the CMOS chamer is fully sealed and includes a silicon tube socket as well as a heater to avoid dew formation, so that users can enjoy a relaxed imaging session even on damp nights.

    Perfect for deep-sky imaging, made with Sony CMOS sensor and a fast USB.3.0 interface, users can enjoy all levels of sky observation as this camera provides ultra sensitive and high frame rate photography capabilities. The optic window of the QHY163M is coated with a high-quality multi-layer anti-reflection (AR) coating, ensuring minimal light loss and improved image quality. 

    The QHY163M comes with a built-in 128MB DDRII image buffer, which acts as a safeguard against data transmission issues, such as dropped frames. This buffer ensures stable communication between the camera and your computer, even during high-speed data transfers.

    Specifications

    Type Monochrome
    Sensor Type Panasonic 16MP 4/3" Sensor
    FSI/BSI FSI
    Pixel Size 3.8 μm
    Format 4/3"
    Read Noise 1.0-2.4e
    Resolution 16 MP
    Max Framerate 100 FPS  @800*600
    Delta T -40°C below ambient
    Memory Buffer 128MB DDR2
    Shutter Rolling Shutter
    Full Well 18,000e - 20,000e
    Back Focus 17.5mm
    ADC 16-bit
    Optic Window Type QHY163M: AR+AR High Quality Multi-Layer Anti-Reflection Coating
    Exposure Range 60us-1800s
    USB 3.0
    Adapter M42 X 0.75
    Weight 442 g

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    QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome - Performance Graph

    QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome - Performance Graph

    QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome - Performance Graph

    QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome - Performance Graph

    QHY 163M Cooled CMOS Astronomy Camera - Monochrome - Performance Graph

    About QHYCCD

    QHYCCD specialises in designing and manufacturing high-quality astronomical devices, including cooled CMOS and CCD cameras, planetary and guiding cameras, and polar calibration gears like the PoleMaster. Founded by Dr. Qiu Hongyun in 2003, the company offers a broad range of products for both amateur and professional astronomers. Known for their advanced technology and affordability, QHYCCD’s cameras are used worldwide for deep-sky imaging, planetary photography, and scientific research. Their extensive product line and commitment to excellence make them a preferred choice for high-performance imaging solutions.

    Product Code: 163M

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    Colour / MonochromeMonochrome
    Sensor TypePanasonic 16MP
    Sensor Size4/3"
    Resolution16MP (4656 x 3522)
    Pixel Size3.8um
    ADC12bit
    USB3.0
    FPS22.5fps
    Back Focus17.5mm
    Power12V 3A
    Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac OSX, Linux
    Cooled?Yes
    UsageDeep Sky Imaging
    Camera Weight442g
    Warranty Information2 Years
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