Cameras
Reviews of some of the newest and best cameras, including DSLR, CCD and CMOS, by our astronomy experts.
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Altair's Hypercam 585C colour camera captures deep-sky, planets and the Moon, and all for under £500
From nebulae to the Moon, this jack-of-all-trades does it all for under £500.
Turbulence-busting, near-infrared capability. We tested the QHY5III200M camera on Jupiter and Uranus's moons
This fast planetary camera has bonus turbulence-busting near-infrared capability.
Buyer's guide | Best astro imaging cameras
Which cameras are best for astrophotography and what type should you buy? We'll guide you through the different types and the best cameras on the market.
Atik Apx26 mono camera review
The Apx26 is a professional astronomy camera and would make a very solid investment in the world of 16-bit CMOS astrophotography.
QHYCCD QHY5III462C colour camera review
Impressively premium sensor sophistication in a pocket-sized package.
QHYCCD QHY533C colour camera
It may be entry-level, but this cooled CMOS is loaded with leading-edge features.
Explore Scientific 4K Planetary & Deep Sky Astro Camera
A good entry-level all-rounder that will suit those looking to do a mix of casual deep-sky and lunar astrophotography.
Altair Astro Hypercam AA24CFX colour camera
The AA24CFX is a large format, low-noise camera capable of producing stunning images.
Sony A9 mirrorless camera review
The A9 is an easy to navigate, enjoyably compact, full-frame camera with plenty of pleasing hidden extras.
Canon EOS R6 mirrorless camera review
The Canon EOS R6 is a good choice for beginners and avid DSLR users, performing well for astrophotography with plenty to offer all occasions and abilities.
Altair Hypercam 115M Mono TEC cooled CMOS camera review
The Altair Hypercam 115M Mono TEC cooled CMOS is a monochrome camera that excels as an all-round performer.
Altair Hypercam 26C APS-C colour 16-bit camera
The Altair Hypercam 26C APS-C colour 16-bit is a highly capable camera with a high-performing sensor that excels at deep-sky astrophotography.
Atik ACIS 7.1 CMOS mono camera
The Atik ACIS 7.1 mono camera is a high-performing CMOS model that balances deep-sky and Solar System imaging alike.
ZWO ASI 1600GT M camera review
The ZWO ASI 1600GT is a cooled mono CMOS camera with a built-in filter wheel, good for those looking for a mono camera that's easy to use.
Buyer's guide | Best CCD cameras
What a CCD camera is, what sort of astrophotography it's best suited to, and some of the best models currently available on the market.
Explore Scientific Deep Sky Astro Camera 7.1MP review
The Explore Scientific 7.1MP is a high-resolution camera that enables high-speed captures of targets near and far.
Pentax Astrotracer DSLR camera kit
The Pentax Astrotracer DSLR camera kit is a package that promises star tracking without the need for an equatorial mount.
Canon EOS-1D X DSLR camera review
The Canon EOS-1D X DSLR camera is an impressive tool with a monster ISO, but don’t forget its in-built infrared filter.
Altair GPCAM2 327C video astronomy camera review
The Altair GPCAM2 327C is a simple to use, all round astronomy camera that can move swiftly between targets.
Canon EOS Ra astrophotography camera review
The Canon EOS Ra is a full-frame mirrorless camera that will enrich your astro-imaging experience.
Starlight Xpress Trius Pro 694 mono CCD camera bundle review
The Starlight Xpress Trius Pro 694 CCD camera bundle is an impressive reliable setup that has all you need to get imaging the night sky.
Astrophotography with Google Pixel 4's Night Sight mode
Google's new Pixel 4 is touted as the next big thing in smartphone astrophotography. But can it deliver the goods?
QHYCCD QHY 168C CMOS colour camera review
The QHY 168C is a n impressive, one-shot cooled camera that works well for planetary detail and deep-sky astrophotography.