ATR2600C

ATR2600C Deep Sky Cooled Color Camera

ATR2600C is a professional astronomy camera that combines high precision, high sensitivity, and high stability. Featuring a Sony back-illuminated IMX571 sensor, native 16-bit ADC with 14 stops of dynamic range, readout noise as low as 0.883e⁻, zero amp-glow, and high full well mode up to 100ke⁻. Its extraordinary performance will give astrophiles a great astrophotography experience.

Important: All DSO Cooled Cameras need to be connected to an external 11-14V power supply. We recommend using the included power adapter or a lithium-ion battery with stable output of 11-14V.

Sensor Information

Sony IMX571 APS-C Back-Illuminated CMOS Sensor

ATR2600C features the Sony IMX571 with APS-C optical format and back-illuminated (BSI) technology for exceptional quantum efficiency and low noise performance.

Resolution: 6224 × 4168 (26MP)
Pixel Size: 3.76μm × 3.76μm
Image Area: 23.5mm × 15.7mm
Diagonal: 28.3mm (APS-C)

Key Features

26 MP

Resolution

6224 × 4168

3.76 μm

Pixel Size

APS-C format

16-bit

Native ADC

14 stops DR

0.88 e⁻

Read Noise

Ultra-low noise

100 ke⁻

Full Well

High FW mode

512 MB

DDR3 Buffer

Stable transfer

ΔT 42°C

Cooling

Below ambient

Zero

Amp-Glow

Clean darks

512MB DDR3 Memory Buffer

ATR2600C camera has a 512MB (4Gb) ultra-fast memory buffer to ensure stable image transmission, easing the burden on your computer's transmission system.

Native 16-bit ADC

ATR2600C is a high-dynamic range astro-camera. Its native 16-bit ADC achieves a true dynamic range output of 14 stops, which ensures the delicacy and accuracy of the image, and the color transition is smoother and more natural.

Zero Amp-Glow

ATR2600C has been carefully designed to achieve zero amp-glow photo shooting. This not only greatly reduces the generation of internal glow, but also effectively suppresses the interference of external light. It enhances the stability and durability of the camera, meaning you'll capture sharper, cleaner images in both long and high exposure modes.

Cooling System

Two-Stage TEC Cooling System

ATR2600C features a two-stage Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) with controllable fan, allowing the sensor to operate at temperatures up to 42°C below ambient. The exposure time can be set for up to 1 hour, ensuring every detail is captured.

Efficient Cooling Design

The integrated heat dissipation structure and efficient cooling module ensure stable operation even in summer, maintaining cooling temperatures of -5°C to -10°C throughout the night. Temperature deviation is controlled within ±0.1°C.

Anti-Dew Technology

ATR2600C adopts advanced anti-dew technology with a heating function consuming about 5 watts (can be turned off via software). The dew heater at the protection window has 4 adjustable levels.

Performance Analysis

HCG Mode Performance (Full Res, RAW 16-bit, -10°C)

High Conversion Gain mode for low-light imaging with minimal read noise.

HCG Mode Settings (Low Noise & High Full Well)

Full resolution: 6224 × 4168
RAW 16-bit mode
Temperature: -10°C

LCG Mode Performance (Full Res, RAW 16-bit, -10°C)

Low Conversion Gain mode for higher full well capacity when imaging bright objects.

LCG Mode Settings (Low Noise & High Full Well)

Full resolution: 6224 × 4168
RAW 16-bit mode
Temperature: -10°C

Spectral Response

The quantum efficiency curve shows the sensor's response across the visible spectrum, optimized for deep sky imaging.

Key Parameters

Sensor	Sony IMX571 Color BSI CMOS
Resolution	6224 × 4168 (26MP)
Pixel Size	3.76μm × 3.76μm
Optical Format	APS-C (diagonal 28.3mm)
ADC	Native 16-bit
Dynamic Range	14 stops
Read Noise	0.883e⁻ (HCG mode)
Full Well	51ke⁻ normal / 100ke⁻ high FW mode
DDR3 Buffer	512MB
Cooling	Two-stage TEC, up to 42°C below ambient
Max Exposure	Up to 1 hour
Power Supply	DC 12V / 3A
Interface	USB 3.0 / USB 2.0