QHY163 Mono Camera + Medium Colour Filter Wheel
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QHY163 Mono Camera
Cooled USB 3.0 Planetary and Deep Sky COLDMOS Camera
The QHY163M camera is an incredible value. It uses a relatively large 4/3inch, 16 Megapixel monochrome CMOS sensor. The QHY163M has exceptionally low readout noise (as low as 1 electron!), low dark current and two-stage cooling capable of reducing the sensor temperature to -40C below ambient. The sensor chamber is sealed and the optical window is heated to prevent dew. The camera's interface is USB 3.0 and delivers 23FPS@16 megapixel full resolution output, 30FPS@4K HD video output.
The QHY163 has a built-in 128MB DDRII image buffer. The benefit of the image buffer is that the memory will cache the image and transfer it to the computer when the USB interface is not busy or being interrupted, and the frame will not be lost or corrupted. This buffer also allows a slower computer with USB 2.0 socket to capture every frame without loss even if the USB socket is occasionally busy with other peripherals. This buffer also helps multiple camera applications and avoids USB transfer problems. For example, it is possible to operate four QHY163M cameras on the same computer to create an LRGB imaging array.
Full Anti-Dew Solution - With more than a decade of experience designing cooled cameras, QHYCCD has applied this knowledge to the QHY163 camera. The full anti-dew technology includes a sealed CMOS chamber with silicon gel tube socket and a heated chamber optical window. This technology prevents dew from forming on the sensor itself, or on the chamber window, even in a high humidity environment.
Check the QHY Connection Combination Table for the various adapter options
http://qhyccd.com/QHY163.html
QHY cameras are arriving regularly. If the camera you want is not in stock, please let us know (using the Contact Us form) as we can usually get a specific camera within 2 to 4 weeks.
QHY Colour Filter Wheel - Medium
Improvement for Compatibility
Our new version of the QHYCFW3 Color Filter Wheel has been improved for compatibility. The original product can only be used to fix 1.25-inch mounted filters, while the updated version can be fixed with 31mm unmounted filters through the new-added screw holes.
No Backlash
Precision Positioning
Our 2nd generation filter wheels used a gear drive while this 3rd generation filter wheel uses a friction drive with zero backlash. It also positions and stops with high precision.
QHYCFW3M
Medium size. The QHYCFW3M supports supports a carousel holding five 2-inch mounted or 50mm unmounted filters.

QHY163 Mono and Filter Wheel Specifications
- Camera Specs
- Filter Specs
Camera Specifications
Attribute | Details |
---|---|
Sensor | 4/3 inch 16 Megapixel CMOS Mono Sensor |
Illumination | Back Illuminated |
Sensor Size | 17.7mm x 13.4mm |
Pixel Size | 3.8μm x 3.8μm |
Effective Pixels | 4656 x 3522, 16 Megapixels |
Shutter | Electronic Rolling Shutter |
Cooling | 2-stage TEC, -40℃ below Ambient, typical. Temperature Regulated |
Computer Interface | USB3.0 |
Weight | 450g |
Filter Specifications
Attribute | Details |
---|---|
Model | QHYCFW3M-SR (standard) |
Thickness | 20.5mm |
Disk Supported | 5 position 2inch (50mm) round |
Available Height Limitation | 10mm |
Weight | 728g |
Let customers speak for us
from 139 reviewsMy first purchase as I am new to stargazing. These binoculars a great start. Quality product at a good price. Looking forward to my next purchase as I look for even better views.

Bought this for archery. It is heavy but what that’s what I wanted. It is solid in the ground and will not be blown over. I have accidentally knocked it with my bow when shooting and the scope has not moved a millimetre. Perfect!

I purchased this as a mount for an 80mm refractor. The aim was for something relatively portable that could be used in the field. So far it works well and should be ideal for the job. Being able to control the mount with an iPad using Commander Lite is helpful.

It’s my first scope, so it’s baby steps when the sky allows

The QHY MiniCAM8M with the IMX585 sensor and a full set of LRGB and HOS filters is the perfect way to get into mono imaging. It got me into it ;-)
The resolution of a mono camera is fantastic and works perfectly with my Askar 103 APO refractor.
My first LRGB was only 2h integration (clouds!) but would have been impossible with my OSC (ASI294MC): https://app.astrobin.com/u/Z3ph0d?i=id2xfw

I bought this book on a whim when I popped into the store (to buy an eye piece), not expecting too much ... instead I was pleasantly surprised, it is a great book, very interesting, and really well written so that novices like me can understand it too! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and keep using it as a reference guide for my stargazing nights. Highly recommended!

This was the first time I walked through the door (after only recently picking up my love for astronomy again) and the service, advice and prices were great! I’ll be back!
Maarten
Auckland

Thank you Andrew and team. Purchased as a gift. Customer service was excellent and product was perfect.
Highly recommend.

Team very willing to help, quick transaction, fast shipping, products as described, would purchase again or recommend to a friend :)

As always first class transaction.

I've used this on my 8" ASTRONZ Cassegrain and it gives a fairly sharp image across most of the field of view. Being a long focal length telescope at 2436mm I wanted an eyepiece that gives me that little extra field of view when compared to my other 30mm eyepiece.
