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Sky Watcher SynEye 662C Colour Astrophotography Camera

SKU: SWA-SYNEYE662C

Sky Watcher SynEye 662C Colour Astrophotography Camera
Sky Watcher SynEye 662C Colour Astrophotography Camera
Sky Watcher SynEye 662C Colour Astrophotography Camera

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$332.00

$332.00

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About this product

Turn faint guide stars into steady tracking points and bring deep-sky targets into view with the Sky-Watcher SynEye 662C. Engineered around a sensitive back-illuminated Sony colour sensor, this versatile imager excels at real-time autoguiding, fast pointing-model alignment, and Electronically Assisted Astronomy (EAA). Its compact profile and flexible connection options integrate seamlessly into guide scopes, off-axis guiders, and portable setups alike.

STARVIS 2 Sensor
High-sensitivity Sony IMX662
Dedicated Guiding
Direct ST-4 mount control
USB Type-C
Fast, reliable data transfer
Live EAA Views
Full-colour real-time stacking

Precision Tracking and Fast Pointing

Achieving pinpoint stars during long-exposure astrophotography demands rock-solid tracking accuracy. The SynEye 662C features an integrated ST-4 style autoguiding port for direct, closed-loop corrections between the camera and your equatorial mount. Beyond keeping exposures sharp, the sensor's rapid frame rates make quick work of building sky models, refining your mount's GoTo pointing reliability across the entire celestial sphere.

Sensitive Low-Noise Imaging

Powered by Sony's back-illuminated STARVIS 2 technology, the 2.07-megapixel IMX662 colour sensor delivers exceptional quantum efficiency paired with remarkably low read noise. These characteristics make it ideal for gathering faint light during short exposures, allowing guide stars to register instantly even in star-poor regions. When paired with live-stacking software, faint nebulae and distant galaxies emerge on your monitor in vibrant colour far beyond what a traditional visual eyepiece can resolve.

Flexible Optical and Software Integration

Equipped with native M42 threads alongside a standard 31.8 mm (1.25") nosepiece, the camera adapts seamlessly to guidescopes, off-axis guiders, and standard focusers. A removable IR/UV-cut filter gives you the freedom to customise your optical train, while complete ASCOM compatibility guarantees smooth communication with third-party acquisition, planetarium, and guiding packages.

12-Bit RAW Data Depth
Outputs pristine 12-bit uncompressed colour data, preserving fine dynamic range and subtle tonal gradients for cleaner live stacking and high-precision star centroid calculations.

Key Features

  • Sony IMX662 STARVIS 2 Sensor – Delivers low read noise and high quantum efficiency for quick detection of faint guide stars.
  • Built-in ST-4 Guide Port – Connects directly to compatible mounts to send instant, closed-loop tracking adjustments.
  • 12-Bit RAW Output – Provides clean, uncompressed colour data for smooth live-stacked EAA sessions and precise plate solving.
  • Pointing-Model Optimised – Gathers alignment stars rapidly to enhance overall mount GoTo targeting accuracy.
  • Modern USB Type-C Interface – Ensures reliable power delivery and fast frame transfers directly to your host computer.
  • Removable IR/UV-Cut Filter – Preserves true natural colour balance while remaining easily detachable when broad-spectrum light is required.
  • Versatile Mounting Options – Incorporates standard M42 x 0.75 threading and a 31.8 mm (1.25") nosepiece for flexible optical train matching.
  • Full ASCOM Compatibility – Integrates smoothly with popular third-party guiding, sequencing, and planetarium applications.

Specifications

Sensor Sony IMX662 colour CMOS (STARVIS 2 back-illuminated)
Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels (2.07 MP)
Pixel Size 2.9 µm
Sensor Dimensions 5.57 x 3.13 mm (approx. 9.1 mm / 1/2.8" format)
Data Interface USB Type-C
Autoguiding Port Dedicated ST-4 style port
Optical Interface M42 x 0.75 female thread and 31.8 mm (1.25") nosepiece
Optical Window Filter Removable IR/UV-cut filter
Data Depth 12-bit RAW
Driver Support ASCOM compatible
Applications Autoguiding, pointing-model building, Electronically Assisted Astronomy (EAA)
Manufacturer Warranty 5-year limited warranty

What's in the Box

  • Sky-Watcher SynEye 662C Colour CMOS Camera Body
  • 31.8 mm (1.25") Nosepiece Adapter
  • USB Type-C Cable
  • Protective Dust Cap

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