One of the main advantages of CCD technology is that the sensors can have large sensor areas. New technological developments also make highly sensitive systems possible. Anyone looking for a CCD camera is sure to find it here.
The Atik 460EX is the new standard for high performance. Its excellent sensitivity provides impressive performance in both narrowband and LRGB techniques. "Faint fuzzies" are not so faint anymore and stay within reach of the amateur astronomer, even with smaller instruments.