{"product_id":"touptek-atr2600m-deep-sky-cooled-camera-sony-imx571-aps-c-monochrome","title":"ToupTek ATR2600M Deep Sky Cooled Camera – Sony IMX571 APS-C Monochrome","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek ATR2600M\u003c\/strong\u003e is a flagship monochrome deep sky cooled camera built around the Sony IMX571 APS-C format back-illuminated CMOS sensor. The IMX571 is one of the most respected deep sky imaging sensors available — delivering exceptional quantum efficiency, extremely low read noise, and a large APS-C image circle that covers nearly all telescope field sizes. The ATR2600M represents ToupTek's highest-performance monochrome deep sky camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATR2600M is best suited for serious and advanced astrophotographers who use full narrowband and LRGB filter sets for deep sky imaging. Its APS-C sensor format makes it compatible with the widest range of telescopes and imaging systems. 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If you are serious about narrowband imaging and want an APS-C format camera that will serve demanding imaging projects for years, the ATR2600M is an outstanding investment. The free tilter adds immediate practical value. Not recommended for beginners or those new to monochrome filter-based imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ToupTek Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53400312709231,"sku":"ATR3CMOS26000KMA-C2","price":2633.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/pro_ATR2600M.jpg?v=1782324381","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/touptek-atr2600m-deep-sky-cooled-camera-sony-imx571-aps-c-monochrome","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}