The ToupTek G3M715C Colour Planetary Camera is an exceptional astrophotography camera engineered specifically for high-resolution planetary imaging. Featuring a compact 1.25" barrel size, this camera seamlessly integrates with most telescope setups. At its core lies the cutting-edge Sony IMX715C CMOS sensor, a true marvel of modern imaging technology.

This back-illuminated sensor boasts an impressive 8.3 megapixel resolution, capturing intricate details with remarkable clarity. With a quantum efficiency exceeding 91%, the IMX715C excels at gathering every photon of precious light, ensuring exceptional signal quality even in challenging astrophotography conditions.

One of the standout features of this sensor is its remarkably low read noise, an impressively low 0.42e-. This exceptional noise performance translates to cleaner, crisper images with minimal interference from unwanted noise artifacts. Furthermore, the minuscule 1.45µm pixel size enables the IMX715C to achieve an imaging scale of 1 arcsecond per pixel when paired with a telescope sporting a focal length of just 300mm. This powerful combination allows for resolving the finest details on lunar and solar surfaces.

Beyond its impressive imaging capabilities, the IMX715C also boasts excellent near-infrared (NIR) sensitivity. This unique characteristic opens up the possibility of employing IR-pass filters, enabling you to cut through atmospheric turbulence and reveal even finer surface details on celestial bodies.

Versatility is a hallmark of this camera, as it offers both USB 3.0 connectivity and a traditional ST-4 autoguiding interface. The high-speed USB 3.0 connection allows for a blistering 47 frames per second (FPS) capture rate at the full 8.3MP resolution, ensuring you never miss a fleeting moment. Additionally, the built-in 512MB DDR3 memory ensures reliable and uninterrupted video capture sequences, even at these high framerates.

To further enhance its usability, the IMX715C features a 1.25" barrel design, making it compatible with most off-axis guiders (OAG not included). This design choice streamlines the imaging process, allowing for seamless integration with existing astrophotography setups. In summary, the ToupTek IMX715C Planetary Colour is a remarkable astrophotography camera that combines cutting-edge imaging technology, exceptional low-light performance, and versatile connectivity options. With its high resolution, low noise, and impressive sensitivity, this camera is poised to unlock new frontiers in planetary imaging, enabling astrophotographers to capture the celestial wonders of our solar system with unparalleled detail and clarity.

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About Touptek

Hangzhou ToupTek Photonics Co. Ltd, founded in 2010, specialises in developing industrial, microscopic, consumer and professional astronomical imaging cameras. The company comprises experts in optics, mechanics, electronics, computer hardware, and software, with every product being developed in-house.  As a world-leading brand, ToupTek has created a unique product development platform that allows for rapid customisation to meet diverse customer needs, and excellent lines of budget-friendly and user-friendly astronomy cameras and accessories that cater to the everyday astrophotographer

Product Code: TOU-G3M715C