{"product_id":"touptek-g3m178c-compact-planetary-camera-sony-imx178-colour","title":"ToupTek G3M178C Compact Planetary Camera – Sony IMX178 Colour","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek G3M178C\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, lightweight colour planetary camera built around the Sony IMX178 sensor. Designed for the G3M series' small and portable form factor, it delivers high-resolution one-shot colour planetary and lunar imaging from a camera body sized for easy use with Barlow lenses and standard telescope eyepiece focusers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G3M178C is ideal for beginner to intermediate planetary imagers who want a compact, plug-and-play one-shot colour camera for solar system targets. It is also a good option for visual astronomers taking their first steps into astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSony IMX178 Colour Sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-resolution, 3096×2080 pixels, 2.4 µm pixel size for detailed one-shot colour planetary captures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact G3M Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-lightweight design minimizes focuser strain and balance issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple plug-and-play operation with mainstream astronomy software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25\" Barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard focusers and Barlow lenses directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e SharpCap, FireCapture, NINA, and ASCOM\/INDI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-shot colour planetary imaging of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunar surface detail imaging in natural colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar imaging with proper solar filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry-level guiding and planetary imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" barrel; fits standard focusers and Barlow lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with INDI, ASCOM, SharpCap, and FireCapture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot designed for deep sky long-exposure imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour sensor — less per-pixel sensitivity than monochrome G3M178M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good first planetary camera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the G3M178C is a compact, easy-to-use one-shot colour camera that delivers excellent colour planetary results at an accessible price. A great starting point for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ToupTek G3M178C is an excellent compact one-shot colour planetary camera for beginners and intermediate imagers who want high-resolution planetary captures without the complexity of monochrome imaging. Compact, lightweight, and easy to integrate into any telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ToupTek Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53400316575855,"sku":"G3M178C","price":313.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/planetary_cameras_6e5654d7-349d-4761-892b-fbc8db4b3fe0.webp?v=1782324679","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/touptek-g3m178c-compact-planetary-camera-sony-imx178-colour","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}