ToupTek G3178C Cooled Color Astronomy Camera
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- Sony IMX178 Color Sensor delivers 6.2 MP resolution with fine 2.4 μm pixels for detailed color images
- Two-Stage TEC Cooling reduces thermal noise for cleaner long-exposure astrophotography
- Low Read Noise as low as 1.4 e⁻ helps reveal faint astronomical details
- High-Speed USB 3.0 captures up to 58.6 FPS at full 3040x2048 resolution
ToupTek G3CMOS: Fan-cooling Planetary Camera!
Unlock breathtaking celestial clarity with the ToupTek G3CMOS06300KPA Color Camera, a high-performance imaging solution powered by the ultra-sensitive Sony IMX178 color CMOS sensor. Delivering razor-sharp, 4K Ultra-HD resolution 3072x2048 paired with fine 2.4 µm pixels, this camera strikes the perfect balance between intricate detail and incredible light-gathering efficiency. Designed to conquer both planetary tracking and deep-sky exploration. Backed by built-in fan-assisted hybrid cooling to keep thermal noise at bay and a blazing fast USB 3.0 interface for smooth frame rates, the G3178C offers premium, low-noise performance at an unbeatable value—making it an essential upgrade for any astrophotographer's arsenal.
Please note: all ToupTek Astro DSO cooled cameras can only be powered by 12V3A DC power supply. We recommend using the power adapter that comes with the camera or a lithium-ion battery with stable output of 11-14V. Please do not use power supplies that have falsely stated specifications or unstable outputs to power the camera, as this may affect image capture or even damage the camera.
1.2-inch Sony Sensor
Featuring a high-performance 1.2-inch optical format, this camera is equipped with the premium Sony IMX178C CMOS sensor, boasting an expansive 18.86 mm diagonal that yields a wide celestial field of view. It delivers stunning, high-density 4K Ultra-HD imaging across a sharp 3072x2048 resolution grid, revealing intricate details in planetaries and deep-sky structures alike. Furthermore, its finely tuned 2.4 µm pixels provide the ideal balance between high spatial resolution and excellent light-gathering efficiency, ensuring low-noise, clean data for breathtaking astrophotography results.
Fast DDR3 Buffer
The ToupTek G3178C features 512MB (4Gb) DDR3 cache, helping maintain data transmission stability and effectively reducing amp-glow phenomena, as image data can be buffered without rushing to send data to the receiving end.
Specifications
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Sensor: Sony IMX178 Color CMOS
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Image Resolution: 6.3 Megapixels (3072x2048)
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Pixel Size: 2.4 µm x 2.4 µm
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Sensor Size: 1/1.8-inch Optical Format (8.86 mm Diagonal)
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Imaging Area: 7.37 mm x 4.92 mm
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ADC Bit Depth: 12-bit
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DDR3 Cache: 512 MB
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Maximum Frame Rate (USB 3.0): 26 FPS
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Cooling Method: Fan Cooling
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Data Interface: USB 3.0
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
ToupTek G3CMOS: Fan-cooling Planetary Camera!
Unlock breathtaking celestial clarity with the ToupTek G3CMOS06300KPA Color Camera, a high-performance imaging solution powered by the ultra-sensitive Sony IMX178 color CMOS sensor. Delivering razor-sharp, 4K Ultra-HD resolution 3072x2048 paired with fine 2.4 µm pixels, this camera strikes the perfect balance between intricate detail and incredible light-gathering efficiency. Designed to conquer both planetary tracking and deep-sky exploration. Backed by built-in fan-assisted hybrid cooling to keep thermal noise at bay and a blazing fast USB 3.0 interface for smooth frame rates, the G3178C offers premium, low-noise performance at an unbeatable value—making it an essential upgrade for any astrophotographer's arsenal.
Please note: all ToupTek Astro DSO cooled cameras can only be powered by 12V3A DC power supply. We recommend using the power adapter that comes with the camera or a lithium-ion battery with stable output of 11-14V. Please do not use power supplies that have falsely stated specifications or unstable outputs to power the camera, as this may affect image capture or even damage the camera.
1.2-inch Sony Sensor
Featuring a high-performance 1.2-inch optical format, this camera is equipped with the premium Sony IMX178C CMOS sensor, boasting an expansive 18.86 mm diagonal that yields a wide celestial field of view. It delivers stunning, high-density 4K Ultra-HD imaging across a sharp 3072x2048 resolution grid, revealing intricate details in planetaries and deep-sky structures alike. Furthermore, its finely tuned 2.4 µm pixels provide the ideal balance between high spatial resolution and excellent light-gathering efficiency, ensuring low-noise, clean data for breathtaking astrophotography results.
Fast DDR3 Buffer
The ToupTek G3178C features 512MB (4Gb) DDR3 cache, helping maintain data transmission stability and effectively reducing amp-glow phenomena, as image data can be buffered without rushing to send data to the receiving end.
Specifications
-
Sensor: Sony IMX178 Color CMOS
-
Image Resolution: 6.3 Megapixels (3072x2048)
-
Pixel Size: 2.4 µm x 2.4 µm
-
Sensor Size: 1/1.8-inch Optical Format (8.86 mm Diagonal)
-
Imaging Area: 7.37 mm x 4.92 mm
-
ADC Bit Depth: 12-bit
-
DDR3 Cache: 512 MB
-
Maximum Frame Rate (USB 3.0): 26 FPS
-
Cooling Method: Fan Cooling
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Data Interface: USB 3.0
- 1x Camera Body
- 1x ST4 Auto-Guiding cable
- 1x USB3.0 Cable (1.5m)
- 1x T2 Adapter
- Sony IMX178 Color Sensor delivers 6.2 MP resolution with fine 2.4 μm pixels for detailed color images
- Two-Stage TEC Cooling reduces thermal noise for cleaner long-exposure astrophotography
- Low Read Noise as low as 1.4 e⁻ helps reveal faint astronomical details
- High-Speed USB 3.0 captures up to 58.6 FPS at full 3040x2048 resolution
ToupTek G3CMOS: Fan-cooling Planetary Camera!
Unlock breathtaking celestial clarity with the ToupTek G3CMOS06300KPA Color Camera, a high-performance imaging solution powered by the ultra-sensitive Sony IMX178 color CMOS sensor. Delivering razor-sharp, 4K Ultra-HD resolution 3072x2048 paired with fine 2.4 µm pixels, this camera strikes the perfect balance between intricate detail and incredible light-gathering efficiency. Designed to conquer both planetary tracking and deep-sky exploration. Backed by built-in fan-assisted hybrid cooling to keep thermal noise at bay and a blazing fast USB 3.0 interface for smooth frame rates, the G3178C offers premium, low-noise performance at an unbeatable value—making it an essential upgrade for any astrophotographer's arsenal.
Please note: all ToupTek Astro DSO cooled cameras can only be powered by 12V3A DC power supply. We recommend using the power adapter that comes with the camera or a lithium-ion battery with stable output of 11-14V. Please do not use power supplies that have falsely stated specifications or unstable outputs to power the camera, as this may affect image capture or even damage the camera.
1.2-inch Sony Sensor
Featuring a high-performance 1.2-inch optical format, this camera is equipped with the premium Sony IMX178C CMOS sensor, boasting an expansive 18.86 mm diagonal that yields a wide celestial field of view. It delivers stunning, high-density 4K Ultra-HD imaging across a sharp 3072x2048 resolution grid, revealing intricate details in planetaries and deep-sky structures alike. Furthermore, its finely tuned 2.4 µm pixels provide the ideal balance between high spatial resolution and excellent light-gathering efficiency, ensuring low-noise, clean data for breathtaking astrophotography results.
Fast DDR3 Buffer
The ToupTek G3178C features 512MB (4Gb) DDR3 cache, helping maintain data transmission stability and effectively reducing amp-glow phenomena, as image data can be buffered without rushing to send data to the receiving end.
Specifications
-
Sensor: Sony IMX178 Color CMOS
-
Image Resolution: 6.3 Megapixels (3072x2048)
-
Pixel Size: 2.4 µm x 2.4 µm
-
Sensor Size: 1/1.8-inch Optical Format (8.86 mm Diagonal)
-
Imaging Area: 7.37 mm x 4.92 mm
-
ADC Bit Depth: 12-bit
-
DDR3 Cache: 512 MB
-
Maximum Frame Rate (USB 3.0): 26 FPS
-
Cooling Method: Fan Cooling
-
Data Interface: USB 3.0
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
- 1x Camera Body
- 1x ST4 Auto-Guiding cable
- 1x USB3.0 Cable (1.5m)
- 1x T2 Adapter
ToupTek G3178C Cooled Color Astronomy Camera