Deep-sky astrophotography
Two-stage TEC, ΔT ≥42 °C helps control thermal noise during long exposures of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters.
Deep-sky cooled
ATR2600M
ToupTek ATR2600M is a cooled deep-sky camera using the IMX571 sensor, with 26 MP (6224 × 4168), 3.76 µm pixels and 13.3 fps. Designed for deep-sky astrophotography, narrowband nebula imaging, high-resolution galaxy and lunar imaging. Available from Precisometer for professional astronomy systems in the Benelux.
- Sensor
- Sony IMX571 monochrome CMOS
- Sensor Type
- Back-illuminated APS-C monochrome CMOS
- Resolution
- 26 MP (6224 × 4168)
- Pixel Size
- 3.76 µm
- Frame Rate
- 13.3 fps
- Interface
- USB 3.0
Applications & selection
ATR2600M applications
Narrowband nebula imaging
The monochrome IMX571 sensor is suited to H-alpha, O III and S II filter workflows.
High-resolution galaxy and lunar imaging
3.76 µm pixels balance image scale and detail for appropriately matched telescope focal lengths.
Photometry and time-series imaging
16-bit acquisition, 87.9 dB dynamic range and regulated cooling support repeatable quantitative observations.
When to choose this camera
Choose the ATR2600M when your telescope and target benefit from APS-C, 23.4 × 15.7 mm sensor coverage, 3.76 µm sampling, two-stage TEC, ΔT ≥42 °C and 380–1100 nm response.
Specifications
ATR2600M
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The ATR2600M is an astronomy camera in the ATR DSO cooled series, built around a Sony IMX571 monochrome CMOS sensor, 26 MP (6224 × 4168) resolution, 3.76 µm pixels, frame rates up to 13.3 fps, a USB 3.0 interface. It suits deep-sky cooled where reliable imaging performance and interface compatibility matter.
Sensor & Imaging
| Model | ATR2600M |
|---|---|
| Status | Current |
| Application | Deep-sky cooled |
| Sensor | Sony IMX571 monochrome CMOS |
| Sensor Type | Back-illuminated APS-C monochrome CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C, 23.4 × 15.7 mm |
| Resolution | 26 MP (6224 × 4168) |
| Pixel Size | 3.76 µm |
| Shutter Type | Rolling shutter |
Performance
| Frame Rate | 13.3 fps |
|---|---|
| ADC | 16-bit |
| Peak QE | >80% |
| Dynamic Range | 87.9 dB |
| Read Noise | 2.77–0.77 e⁻ |
| Full Well | 51 ke⁻ |
| Spectral Range | 380–1100 nm |
Interface & Thermal
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Mount | M42 / M54 astronomy adapters |
| Cooling | Two-stage TEC, ΔT ≥42 °C |
Additional Published Specifications
| Legacy Model Name | ATR3CMOS26000KMA |
|---|---|
| Sensor Diagonal | 28.3mm |
| LCG Read Noise | 2.4-1.14e- |
| HCG Read Noise | 2.15-1.16e- |
| Maximum SNR | 47.1dB |
| Frame Buffer | 512MB |
| Sensor Chamber Window | Adjustable heating window |
| Back Focal Distance | 17.5mm/12.5mm |
| Protective Window | IR/AR |
| Color Filter Array | RGGB |
| DDR3 Buffer | 512MB |
| Max Exposure | Up to 1 hour |
| Power Supply | DC 12V / 3A |
Technical media
Performance graphs and technical drawings
Official sensor-response, performance, and mechanical imagery for the ATR2600M.
Need help choosing?
Tell us your sensor, resolution, spectral range, frame-rate, interface, and software requirements and we will confirm the matching configuration and lead time.
Other cameras on the IMX571 sensor
The IMX571 appears in 16 models across the catalogue, differing in cooling, shutter, interface and colour filter. Compare them side by side before settling on a variant.
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