MLAstro 678M
MLAstro recommended camera for use with our SHGs
$260.00
Important notice:
Due to increased tariffs, items made in China are now subject to extra scrutiny during customs inspections—not just in the US, but across most of the Western world. As a result, starting in April, all orders that include a Touptek 678M with an SHG 700 will have the camera and its original accessories removed from their retail packaging and placed inside the SHG 700 box to help avoid customs delays. Please be advised.
The MLAstro 678M is the rebranded ToupTek 678M, you'll use the same driver as the ToupTek. The sensor has long been a popular choice for SHG (Spectroheliograph) builds. With the IMX178 now discontinued, the IMX678 takes its place as the go-to sensor for SHG imaging, and it's proving to be a worthy successor.
This new sensor comes with several significant improvements:
Wider Sensor: Offering a larger field of view, allowing you to capture more detail in your SHG projects.
Smaller Pixel Size: With a smaller 2.0 µm pixel size, the IMX678 delivers higher spatial resolution, ideal for fine solar structures.
Higher Frame Rate: Ensuring smooth capture, even at high resolutions.
Increased H-alpha Sensitivity: Almost twice as sensitive to H-alpha compared to the IMX178, making it highly suitable for solar imaging.
Lower Read Noise: Resulting in cleaner, more detailed images with less noise.
The IMX678 is specifically designed to meet the needs of SHG users, offering a significant leap in performance over its predecessor.
The MLAstro 678M camera comes with a one-year warranty, and we offer flexible options for returns. You can send the camera back to either my location in Vietnam or directly to the factory in China. Additionally, we have forwarding warehouses in the US, France, and the UK, so you can choose to send your warranty returns there for easier and faster processing.