The new ASI676 M is a camera with a square IMX sensor and an extremely high resolution of 12 MP!
It is perfect for meteor photography and monitoring the entire sky. The square sensor format makes mosaic composition easier and more efficient. The high resolution provides clear details of the sun, moon and planets.
Square Sony IMX sensor
One of the biggest advantages of the square format of the ASI676 MC is that it significantly simplifies the entire mosaic creation process. In addition, the square sensor makes the ASI676 MC more compatible with various lens types, such as fisheye lenses and wide-angle lenses. This makes the ASI676MC better suited for meteor photography or monitoring the entire sky.
Areas of application
This camera is equipped with a modern 1.6" sensor with 3552*3552 Pixels. In addition to modern Starvis 2 technology (with back illumination), the IMX676 offers an extremely smooth image without amplifier glow – but its most impressive features are its very high resolution of 2.0 µm Pixels and its relatively high frame rate. This makes the camera particularly suitable for the following applications:
- Meteor photography
- General all-sky photography
- Detailed planetary photography
- Details of the moon's surface
- Sun details (with a suitable Filter)
- Use as an autoguiding camera (autoguiding connection is available)
- EAA (electronically assisted astronomy) for planets, moon and sun
Moon and planetary photography:
The fine 2.0 µm Pixels allow you to achieve a very high resolution starting at f/8, which makes the use of Barlow or converter systems unnecessary.
Mono or Color?
Mono:
- Capable of advanced techniques (LRGB, narrowband)
- Additional applications (spectrometry, photometry)
Colour:
- Convenient for RGB imaging
- No need for expensive filters and filter wheels
Both types of camera are capable of creating stunning astroimages, we can only recommend you pick the one that suits you best!
