Dedicated Cooled Mono Camera for Deep-Sky Astrophotography
ATR585M (IMX585) - Blue / US Plug is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
ATR Series cooled cameras require a stable 12V 3A DC power supply. Use the supplied adapter or a lithium-ion battery with a stable 11–14V output.
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ATR585M (IMX585) - Blue / US Plug is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
The ToupTek ATR585M brings advanced monochrome imaging performance to a compact, versatile cooled camera. Built around the Sony IMX585 back-illuminated mono sensor, it combines 8.3MP resolution, 2.9μm pixels, and peak quantum efficiency above 91% to capture faint astronomical signals with impressive sensitivity. Its ultra-low read noise helps preserve subtle details in dim nebulae and distant galaxies, while the two-stage TEC cooling system minimizes dark current during long exposures. With zero amp-glow technology, 16-bit HDR mode, and support for LRGB and narrowband filters, the ATR585M gives astrophotographers greater control over image detail, contrast, and color composition. Whether you are upgrading from a one-shot color camera or building a dedicated narrowband imaging setup, the ATR585M offers a capable path toward more precise, data-driven deep-sky imaging.
High quantum efficiency allows the sensor to convert a greater proportion of incoming photons into measurable signals. This is especially valuable when capturing faint emission nebulae, delicate dust structures, and other low-surface-brightness targets. Its broad spectral response also supports a range of broadband and narrowband imaging applications.
With 8.3MP resolution and 2.9μm square pixels, the ATR585M records fine image detail in a compact sensor format. When paired with suitable optics and sampling, its pixel size provides a useful balance between resolution, sensitivity, and manageable file sizes for deep-sky imaging.
Unlike a one-shot color sensor, a monochrome sensor does not rely on a Bayer color filter array. Combined with a filter wheel, the ATR585M lets you capture dedicated luminance, red, green, blue, and narrowband channels. This approach offers greater flexibility in balancing sensitivity, color fidelity, and contrast, particularly when working with emission nebulae and light-polluted skies.
If you have mastered basic astrophotography with a one-shot color camera or DSLR/mirrorless camera, and want more control over your results, the ATR585M is a practical next step. Its compact sensor and 8.3MP resolution offer a manageable starting point for learning LRGB processing, filter-wheel operation, and dedicated narrowband capture. TEC cooling and zero amp-glow technology also help maintain consistent data quality during long imaging sessions.
For astrophotographers working from suburban locations, narrowband filters can help isolate emission lines from nebulae while suppressing much of the unwanted broadband background. The ATR585M's high QE, low read noise, and cooled sensor make it well suited to Hα, OIII, and SII imaging workflows. With suitable filters and sufficient integration time, it helps you extract faint nebular structures even when dark-sky access is limited.
For advanced users seeking more control over channel-by-channel capture and processing, the ATR585M provides a compact monochrome platform for LRGB and narrowband projects. Its HCG, LCG, and HDR operating modes offer different approaches to balancing read noise, full-well capacity, and dynamic range, while its USB interface and built-in buffer support efficient data acquisition.
High-bandwidth data transmission is secured by an onboard DDR3 buffer, preventing frame dropping, minimizing USB bus traffic bottlenecks, and ensuring ultra-stable image delivery even during fast frame rates or live rendering.
The ATR series features a specialized zero amp-glow circuit design that maintains a clean, perfectly uniform sensor background across multi-minute long exposures, protecting the faintest details of delicate nebulae.
The ATR series optical window features an integrated smart heating system that actively measures ambient temperature and humidity. It automatically applies precise heat to prevent condensation, keeping your optical path crystal clear without introducing disruptive thermal air currents.
Equipped with an integrated heat dissipation structure and a high-efficiency dual-stage Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) module with a controllable fan. It lowers the sensor temperature to 45°C below ambient, consistently maintaining a stable -5°C to -10°C even in peak summer. This allows for clean, long-exposure tracking up to 1 hour without thermal noise accumulation.
The 16-bit HDR mode helps capture a wider range of brightness levels, preserving more detail in both bright and faint regions of your deep-sky images. From the bright cores of galaxies to faint nebula structures, it gives you greater flexibility to bring out subtle details during image processing.
Which Series Do You Need
The ATR series features versatile sensors ranging from 1/1.2” up to APS-C (e.g., ATR585, ATR2600) to offer a balanced mix of performance and flexibility, whereas the flagship SkyEye Plus series incorporates APC-S (e.g., SkyEye26AM/AC Plus) and full-frame sensors (e.g., SkyEye62AM/AC Plus) to maximize light-gathering area and deliver expansive, uncropped fields of view.
Choose the acquisition workflow that matches your imaging goals
One-shot Color (OSC) cameras streamline your workflow by capturing full-color images without a filter wheel, offering a fast and travel-friendly setup that is perfect for astrophotography beginners, mobile imagers, or anyone seeking high-quality results with minimal post-processing.
Monochrome (Mono) cameras, however, deliver superior photon efficiency and pixel-level sharpness by eliminating the light loss and resolution interpolation of a Bayer matrix. Mono imaging is tailored for dedicated deep-sky astrophotographers who demand maximum sensitivity, ultimate narrowband performance (Hα, OIII, SII), and full control over composite LRGB rendering under any sky condition.
Yes. The ATR series cameras connect with accessories through USB data connection and stable external power, allowing users to build a complete deep-sky imaging workflow with a telescope, mount, guide camera, computer or controller, and power supply.
Yes. All ToupTek Astro DSO cooled cameras require a regulated 12V 3A DC power supply for imaging. Please use the included factory power adapter or a high-quality lithium-ion battery with a stable 11V–14V output.
Yes. The ATR series features robust, industry-standard ASCOM and INDI drivers. It integrates seamlessly with all major open-source and commercial astronomy suites.
Achieving the industry-standard 55mm backfocus is precise and seamless. The optical train is configured via a modular three-stage connection sequence: a 17.5mm front adapter or tilter, a 20mm filter drawer or extension tube, and a 17.5mm Off-Axis Guider (OAG). This combination yields a perfect 55mm stack distance that connects natively to M48, M54, and M68 telescope interfaces, with simple adapter options available for M42 threads and 2-inch ports.
The ATR series utilizes a multi-layer defense system. The sensor chamber is industrially sealed with dry air to prevent internal frost. Simultaneously, a built-in electronic heating strip warms the protective window to prevent external dew under humid summer nights.
Specifications
ATR585M(IMX585) (Color)
Power Cord (Cable)
