{"product_id":"touptek-ae676c-multi-purpose-imx676-lightweight-cooled-astronomy-camera-ae676c","title":"Touptek AE676C Multi-Purpose IMX676 Lightweight Cooled Astronomy Camera (AE676C)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eToupTek AE676C Multi-Purpose Lightweight Cooled Astronomy Camera with 1:1 Square Sensor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ToupTek AE676C is a versatile, compact color astronomy camera built around the Sony IMX676 sensor, a 12.5MP (3536×3536) square-format CMOS from the Starvis 2 family. Designed as a true all-rounder, it lets you explore entry-level deep-sky imaging, planetary, solar and lunar photography, meteor detection, Milky Way capture and all-sky monitoring with a single device, so you can learn different areas of astrophotography without buying several specialized cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts built-in TEC cooling and detachable magnetic fan module give you the flexibility to adapt the camera to the target and the session, whether you want a light, vibration-free setup or stronger cooling for long exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA square sensor that makes framing easier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\/1.6 inch 1:1 sensor offers practical advantages over a conventional rectangular format. Square framing makes mosaic stitching easier without cropping, simplifies post-processing and gives you more freedom when composing your shot. It is especially well suited to all-sky monitoring, meteor detection and Milky Way photography, and it pairs naturally with fisheye and wide-angle lenses to make the most of the image circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo cooling modes for different targets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camera body integrates single-stage TEC cooling with a multi-channel heat dissipation structure and PID temperature control. Used on its own, in zero-vibration constant temperature mode, it cools up to 5°C below ambient with ±0.1°C stability, a good fit for high-magnification planetary or solar work where vibration matters. When you attach the magnetic fan module, the sensor can be cooled by up to 20°C below ambient (tested at 25°C ambient with proper ventilation, so real-world results will vary with conditions and exposure length), reducing thermal noise during longer deep-sky exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fan attaches magnetically and can be removed in seconds, so you can run the lightest possible configuration when weight and vibration are the priority and add the fan only when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSensitivity from visible light to near infrared\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on Starvis 2 technology, the AE676C delivers strong sensitivity in both visible and infrared light and performs well in low-light conditions. With high quantum efficiency at 825nm and beyond, it shows a near full-pixel response comparable to monochrome sensors, which makes infrared Milky Way imaging possible when paired with a suitable filter such as an LP825.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFast readout and stable data transfer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA native 12-bit ADC captures clean images, with software binning from 1×1 to 8×8 and hardware binning from 1×1 to 2×2. Hardware ROI increases frame rates by reducing the readout area, reaching up to 993 FPS at reduced resolution in 8-bit mode, which is useful for capturing solar, lunar and planetary detail. A 512MB DDR3 buffer helps keep data transfer stable and prevents dropped frames when bandwidth is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGain modes for every scenario\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree gain modes let you match the camera to the subject. HCG mode lowers read noise while keeping high dynamic range, ideal for faint deep-sky objects and guiding. LCG mode prevents overexposure on bright targets while preserving highlight detail. HDR mode combines the low noise of HCG with the high full-well capacity of LCG for excellent overall image quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact, portable and easy to connect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small, lightweight body suits portable telescope, lens, all-sky and guiding-style setups. A single USB-C connection (USB 3.0 \/ USB 2.0) handles data transfer and also powers the magnetic fan. Multiple adapter paths, with CS mount, C mount, M42 and M42F interfaces, let the camera fit a wide range of telescopes, camera lenses and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 529.032px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSony CMOS IMX676 Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSensor Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1\/1.6 inch square sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e12.5MP (3536×3536)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePixel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e2.0 μm × 2.0 μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eImage Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e7.07 mm × 7.07 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eFPS (USB 3.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e12-bit: 16 FPS @ 3536×3536, 31 FPS @ 1760×1760\u003cbr\u003e8-bit: 31 FPS @ 3536×3536, 61 FPS @ 1760×1760\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eFPS (USB 2.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e12-bit: 1.5 FPS @ 3536×3536, 3 FPS @ 1760×1760\u003cbr\u003e8-bit: 3 FPS @ 3536×3536, 6 FPS @ 1760×1760\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eVideo Frame Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e60 fps full HD video\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eADC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e12-bit, 16-bit @ HDR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMax SNR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e40.6 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; 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height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eUSB 3.0 \/ USB 2.0 Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMount Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCS mount, C mount, M42, M42F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBack Focus Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e6.5 mm; 17.5 mm with M42 female adapter; 12.5 mm with CS adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5412%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.1366%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMain unit: 229 g; Magnetic fan module: 69 g; Total (camera + fan): 298 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/ae676c-advantage-infrared-sensitivity.webp?v=1794672007\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/ae676c_gain_01.webp?v=1794672107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/ae676c_gain_02.webp?v=1794672107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x AE676C camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Magnetic cooling fan module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Fisheye lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x IR filter cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x USB cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/astronomyplus.com\/pages\/touptek-warranty\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTouptek 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Touptek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68164387602661,"sku":"TOU-AE676C","price":517.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/AE_1.webp?v=1794672262","url":"https:\/\/astronomyplus.com\/products\/touptek-ae676c-multi-purpose-imx676-lightweight-cooled-astronomy-camera-ae676c","provider":"Astronomy Plus – Telescopes \u0026 Astrophotography Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}