TS ToupTek AE676 AstroEye USB3.0 Color Camera with Sony IMX676 Sensor - D=10 mm

TS ToupTek AE676 AstroEye USB3.0 Color Astronomy Camera with Sony IMX676 Sensor - D=10 mm, air-cooled

The AE676C is a versatile, high-performance astronomy camera designed to cover multiple astrophotography scenarios. Powered by the advanced Sony IMX676 sensor, it combines high infrared sensitivity, low read noise, and wide dynamic range to deliver outstanding results across planetary imaging, deep-sky photography, autoguiding, and all-sky monitoring

Key Advantages:

Sony IMX676 Color CMOS Sensor: 1/1.6" square sensor with 12.5 MP high resolution (3536x3536 pixels)

Very high detail resolution: 2.0 µm pixel size

Exceptional Infrared Sensitivity (High QE): Near-monochrome-level response in IR wavelengths

Magnetic Detachable Cooling Fan Module: Switch between zero-vibration constant temperature mode and enhanced cooling mode

Built-in 512 MB DDR3 Cache: Stable data transfer with no frame drops, even under bandwidth limitations

Native 12-bit ADC + 16-bit HDR output: Preserves fine details and dynamic range, but also allows for faster capturing

HCG/LCG/HDR Gain Modes: Flexible optimization for different imaging targets

High Compatibility: Works with photography tripods, telescopes, guide scopes and wide-angle lenses

Square Sensor for Flexible Framing
AE676C features a 1/1.6" square sensor, eliminating the hassle of aligning different aspect ratios. It offers the benefits of:

Easier mosaic stitching without cropping

Faster post-processing workflow

Better framing flexibility

AE676C is especially well-suited for all-sky monitoring, meteor detection and Milky Way photography. The square format also pairs perfectly with fisheye and wide-angle lenses, maximizing image coverage.

Superior Infrared Sensitivity for Low-Light Imaging
Built on Sony Starvis 2 technology, the AE 676C delivers exceptional sensitivity in both visible and infrared light. It has outstanding performance in low-light environments. With high QE at 825 nm and beyond, AE676C shows near full-pixel response comparable to monochrome sensors.

AR-Coated Protective Window for Maximum Transmission
AE676C features a dual-sided AR-coated optical window:

Reduces reflections and light loss

Protects against dust and physical damage

Enhances transmission across 400-1100 nm wavelengths

When paired with a long-pass filter starting at around 825 nm, such as the ToupTek LP825, a TSIR850, the ASI850IRpass, or the Antlia IR850, it enables stunning infrared Milky Way imaging.

Modular Magnetic Cooling System for Flexible Use

Fanless Constant Temperature Control: Precise (±0.1 °C) TEC cooling with PID control, down to 5 °C below ambient* - perfect for sharp, consistent long-focal-length imaging.

Light Cooling Deep-Sky Camera Mode: Add the magnetic fan to boost cooling up to 20 °C below ambient*, reducing thermal noise during longer exposures in deep-sky imaging.

*Tested under long-exposure conditions at 25 °C ambient temperature with proper ventilation. Actual performance may vary depending on environmental conditions and exposure duration.

Native 12-bit ADC & Hardware ROI
Capture 12-bit images natively, with software pixel binning from 1×1 to 8×8 for flexible output resolutions, and hardware binning from 1×1 to 2×2. Hardware ROI allows higher frame rates by reducing the readout area. It achieves up to 993 FPS at reduced resolution (8-bit mode). So AE676C is perfect for high-speed planetary imaging and solar and lunar detail capture.

Seamless Multi-Mode Switching
The AE676C supports switching between HCG, LCG, and HDR modes, allowing independent selection according to different targets:

HCG Mode: Reduces readout noise while keeping high dynamic range for faint deep-sky object imaging and guiding.

LCG Mode: Prevents overexposure in bright targets while preserving highlights, ideal for bright targets.

Drivers and Software
ToupTek provides drivers and software for this camera, you can download them from here.

- Camera body with adapter CS-mount-M42x0.75F
- Magnetic fan module
- M42x0.75F-M42x0.75F adapter ring (11 mm optical path)
- 1.25" extension tube
- CS-to-C adapter ring (5 mm optical path)
- CS-mount fisheye lens
- LP825 long pass filter cap
- USB3.0 high-speed cable, Type-A male to Type-C male (1.25 m)

Safety informations: PDF Download