Planetary lucky imaging
47 fps capture supports frame selection and stacking for Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Venus.
Planetary
G3CMOS08300KPA
ToupTek G3CMOS08300KPA is a planetary astronomy camera using the IMX585 sensor, with 8.3 MP (3840 × 2160), 2.9 µm pixels and 47 fps. Designed for planetary lucky imaging, lunar surface imaging, one-shot colour planetary imaging. Available from Precisometer for professional astronomy systems in the Benelux.
- Sensor
- Sony IMX585 color CMOS
- Sensor Type
- STARVIS 2 back-illuminated color CMOS
- Resolution
- 8.3 MP (3840 × 2160)
- Pixel Size
- 2.9 µm
- Frame Rate
- 47 fps
- Interface
- USB 3.0
Applications & selection
G3CMOS08300KPA applications
Lunar surface imaging
2.9 µm pixels and 8.3 MP (3840 × 2160) resolution support detailed lunar mosaics and close-up imaging.
One-shot colour planetary imaging
The colour IMX585 sensor provides a direct RGB workflow for planets and the Moon.
Solar imaging with approved filtration
Can be used for solar capture only with an appropriate certified solar filter and safe observing setup.
When to choose this camera
Choose the G3CMOS08300KPA when 47 fps acquisition, 2.9 µm sampling and the IMX585 sensor match your telescope's focal length and seeing conditions.
Specifications
G3CMOS08300KPA
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The G3CMOS08300KPA is an astronomy camera in the G3CMOS planetary series, built around a Sony IMX585 color CMOS sensor, 8.3 MP (3840 × 2160) resolution, 2.9 µm pixels, frame rates up to 47 fps, a USB 3.0 interface. It suits planetary where reliable imaging performance and interface compatibility matter.
Sensor & Imaging
| Model | G3CMOS08300KPA |
|---|---|
| Status | Current |
| Application | Planetary |
| Sensor | Sony IMX585 color CMOS |
| Sensor Type | STARVIS 2 back-illuminated color CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.2-inch, 11.2 × 6.3 mm |
| Resolution | 8.3 MP (3840 × 2160) |
| Pixel Size | 2.9 µm |
| Shutter Type | Rolling shutter |
Performance
| Frame Rate | 47 fps |
|---|---|
| ADC | 12-bit |
| Peak QE | >91% |
| Dynamic Range | 77.8 dB |
| Read Noise | 5.8–2.2 e⁻ |
| Full Well | 40 ke⁻ |
| Spectral Range | 380–690 nm |
Interface & Thermal
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Mount | Astronomy adapter / telescope interface |
| Cooling | Air-cooled |
Additional Published Specifications
| Sensor Diagonal | 12.85mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum SNR | 46dB |
| Frame Buffer | 512MB |
| Back Focal Distance | 17.5mm |
| Protective Window | IR/AR |
| Color Filter Array | RGGB |
Technical media
Performance graphs and technical drawings
Official sensor-response, performance, and mechanical imagery for the G3CMOS08300KPA.
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