{"product_id":"ae676c-astroeye-multi-purpose-astronomy-camera","title":"AE676C AstroEye Multi-purpose Astronomy Camera","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek Astro AE676C Astronomy Camera\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the advanced Sony Starvis 2 IMX676 sensor with a compact cooled design, making it ideal for planetary imaging, deep-sky astrophotography, meteor detection, Milky Way photography and all-sky monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.touptekastro.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/AE_1.jpg?v=1779349897\" alt=\"ToupTek Astro AE676C Astronomy Camera with Sony IMX676 Sensor\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_head11.jpg?v=1779245161\" alt=\"AE676C Cooled Colour Astronomy Camera\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Parameters.jpg?v=1779354875\" alt=\"AE676C Technical Specifications\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSony Starvis 2 IMX676 12.5MP Colour CMOS Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/1.6\" Square Sensor Format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional Infrared Sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTEC Cooling with Magnetic Cooling Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e512MB DDR3 Image Buffer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative 12-bit ADC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 993 FPS with Hardware ROI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C High-Speed Connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMulti-Purpose Astrophotography Camera\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for a wide range of imaging applications, the AE676C excels at capturing planets, the Moon, deep-sky objects, meteors, the Milky Way and all-sky events. Its combination of high sensitivity and low noise makes it suitable for both beginners and experienced astrophotographers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Multi-Purpos.jpg?v=1779245161\" alt=\"AE676C Astrophotography Applications\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSquare Sensor for Flexible Framing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe innovative square sensor design provides greater flexibility when composing images, reducing cropping and improving coverage for wide-field imaging and all-sky monitoring systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Square_Sensor.jpg?v=1779245161\" alt=\"AE676C Square Sensor Comparison\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSuperior Infrared Sensitivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around Sony's Starvis 2 technology, the AE676C delivers outstanding performance across both visible and near-infrared wavelengths. This makes it particularly effective for Milky Way photography, meteor detection and specialised infrared astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Wave.jpg?v=1779245159\" alt=\"AE676C Quantum Efficiency Graph\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvanced Cooling Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated TEC cooling system reduces thermal noise during long exposures, while the detachable magnetic cooling module can lower sensor temperatures by up to 20°C below ambient conditions for cleaner deep-sky images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_TWO.jpg?v=1779245160\" alt=\"AE676C Magnetic Cooling System\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNative 12-Bit ADC \u0026amp; High-Speed Capture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCapture detailed astronomical data with native 12-bit ADC performance and ultra-fast frame rates up to 993 FPS using hardware ROI. Ideal for planetary imaging where maximum frame rates are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Native_12-bit.jpg?v=1779245158\" alt=\"AE676C Native 12-Bit ADC Performance\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLow Noise and High Dynamic Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith read noise as low as 1.01e⁻ and dynamic range up to 69.7dB, the AE676C preserves faint details while maintaining highlight information in brighter targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_HCG.jpg?v=1779245159\" alt=\"AE676C HCG Mode Performance\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_LCG.jpg?v=1779245159\" alt=\"AE676C LCG Mode Performance\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_back.jpg?v=1779245160\" alt=\"AE676C Back Focus Connection Diagram\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with telescopes, camera lenses, guide scopes and a wide range of astrophotography accessories through multiple mounting options including CS, C-Mount and M42 interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCamera Dimensions \u0026amp; Structure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Size.jpg?v=1779245158\" alt=\"AE676C Camera Dimensions\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1532\/7288\/files\/AE_Package.jpg?v=1779245161\" alt=\"AE676C Package Contents\"\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Touptek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55578882408824,"sku":null,"price":369.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/s-l1600_d3c0cdb6-6120-4b22-8f06-4ea1e6a11844.webp?v=1781073993","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/ae676c-astroeye-multi-purpose-astronomy-camera","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}