{"product_id":"touptek-g3m290m-compact-planetary-camera-sony-imx290-monochrome","title":"ToupTek G3M290M Compact Planetary Camera – Sony IMX290 Monochrome","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek G3M290M\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact monochrome planetary camera built around the Sony IMX290 sensor. The IMX290's excellent low-light performance and high frame rate make the G3M290M particularly well suited for monochrome planetary imaging with filter sets and for precision autoguiding at high sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G3M290M is ideal for intermediate to advanced planetary imagers who use LRGB filter sets for colour planetary imaging, and for those who want a high-sensitivity guide camera capable of guiding on faint guide stars.\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 IMX290 Monochrome Sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional low-light sensitivity for guide camera use and monochrome planetary imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact G3M Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight and direct-fit for 1.25\" focusers and guide scope adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Purpose Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent as both a planetary camera and a high-sensitivity guide camera.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e SharpCap, FireCapture, PHD2, 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\u003eMonochrome planetary imaging with LRGB filter sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-sensitivity autoguiding with PHD2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunar surface monochrome 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; compatible with standard focusers, guide scopes, and Barlow lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with INDI, ASCOM, SharpCap, FireCapture, and PHD2\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\u003eMonochrome — requires filter sets for colour planetary imaging\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 better as a guide camera or planetary camera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt excels at both. The IMX290's high sensitivity makes it excellent for guiding on faint stars, while its high frame rate and sensitivity also deliver strong planetary results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ToupTek G3M290M is a versatile compact monochrome camera that serves double duty as a planetary imaging camera and a high-sensitivity guide camera. An excellent value for intermediate to advanced imagers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ToupTek Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53400317067375,"sku":"G3M290M","price":250.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/planetary_cameras_ddcb2c18-4095-401b-b2f1-b5920ad21100.webp?v=1782324757","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/touptek-g3m290m-compact-planetary-camera-sony-imx290-monochrome","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}