Scientific / Microscopy Cameras
There are a number of camera sensor types available. Below is a table showing their suitablity depending on your scientific /
microscopy application.
Application / Sensor Type |
CMOS |
CCD |
sCMOS |
EMCCD |
InGaAs |
ICCD |
Brightfield |
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Low-Light / Fluorescence |
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High Speed |
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Infrared / NIR |
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If you are planning to use the camera on a microscope, there is also the size of the sensor to consider. The main
ones are 1/3″, 1/2″, 2/3″ and 1″. The larger sized sensors generally cost more, but will give you better quality images since more
light will fall onto the sensor. The other advantage of larger sensors, is that it will give you a bigger field of view. The sensor
under 1″, will typically need additional optics in the microscope coupler, in order to get a similar field of view. The additional
optics are never perfect, and sometimes cause vignetting/shading around the edges.
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Manufacturer:
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- Bayspec
- Dage MTI
- First Light Imaging
- greateyes
- Jenoptik
- Lumenera
- Mightex
- Nüvü Cameras
- pco.
- Photometrics
- Photon etc
- Pixelink
- QImaging
- Spot Imaging
- Ximea
Sensor type:
- ALL
- CCD
- CMOS
- EMCCD
- InGaAs/HgCdTe
- Intensfied CCD/sCMOS
- sCMOS
- sCMOS-Back Illuminated
BaySpec, Inc., founded in 1999 with 100% manufacturing in the USA (San Jose, California), is a
vertically integrated spectral sensing company. The company designs, manufactures and markets advanced spectral instruments,
including UV-VIS-NIR-SWIR spectrometers, benchtop and portable NIR/SWIR and Raman analyzers, confocal Raman microscopes,
hyperspectral imagers, mass spectrometers, and OEM spectral engines and components, for the R&D, biomedical, pharmaceuticals,
chemical, food, semiconductor, health monitoring, human & animal medical devices, and the optical telecommunications
industries.
Website: https://www.bayspec.com/
BaySpec’s Nunavut™ CCD and InGaAs detectors employ the latest in opto-electrical components to bring you the very best
capability at a very affordable price.
Nunavut™ InGaAs
Nunavut™ series Indium-Gallium-Arsenide (InGaAs) detectors are designed to meet real-world challenges for
best-in-class
performance, long-term reliability, compact size and optimized power consumption.
- Covers wavelength ranges 900-1700, 1100-2200, and 1250-2500 nm
- Hermetic-sealing ensures reliable operation in harsh environments
- Thermoelectric (air) deep-cooling to -60°C
- Water cooling optional for -100°C
- Single 5 volt power supply design
- Real-time data acquisition
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Nunavut™ CCD
Nunavut™ series charge-coupled device (CCD) detectors are designed to meet real-world challenges for best-in-class
performance, long-term reliability, compact size and optimized power consumption.
- Covers wavelength ranges 200-1100nm
- Real-time data acquisition
- Hermetic-sealing ensures reliable operation in harsh environments
- Thermoelectric (air) deep-cooling to -60°C
- Water cooling optional for -100°C
- Single 5 volt power supply design
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Dage-MTI is an international leader in the design and manufacture of high performance digital & analog video cameras and
monitors.
Dage-MTI is currently the oldest camera manufacturer in the United States, founded back in 1952.
Website: https://dagemti.com/
Infrared CCD Monochrome Video Camera
1/2″ IR camera ideal for applications requiring real-time imaging with enhanced sensitivity in the near IR and visible regions.
Remote control for contrast enhancement
The newly designed IR-1000 real-time camera (30 frames/sec.) offers enhanced sensitivity across the entire visible and near IR
spectrum, with a 5X increase in sensitivity at 900nm. The extended IR response allows deeper penetration into tissue
sections (e.g. brain slices), while the high sensitivity enables the user to detect images even in lower light conditions.
To provide optimum contrast, the IR-1000 camera now includes electronics that automatically and instantaneously readjust when a
scene changes. This innovative design is especially useful when changing magnification levels, specimens, and/or lighting
levels. The camera’s new real-time edge enhancement feature sharpens the edges and delivers a clearer picture by
resolving fine details in the image.
With a convenient C-mount, the IR-1000 is widely used in a “live” mode connected directly to a monitor. An
optional computer interface board is also available. Dage-MTI’s new real-time camera is ideal for applications such
as electrophysiology, infrared differential interference contrast (IR-DIC), failure analysis, forensics and semiconductor
inspection.
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4K Ultra HD Microscopy Camera
Dage-MTI’s 4K-UHD is the ultimate live display microscopy camera for brightfield imaging. The 4K-UHD offers full, ultra high
definition, 3840×2160 output (up to 60fps) with 1600 TV lines of resolution! Small features at low magnification that could not
be resolved satisfactorily using other HD cameras may now be resolved with the Dage 4K-UHD
Like the family of HD cameras Dage offers, the 4K-UHD is preprogrammed for perfect color by critical adjustments of 6 hues – not
just red, green and blue, but yellow, cyan and magenta as well. The 4K-UHD utilizes 3 CMOS chips with pixel offset technology to
increase spatial resolution without sacrificing real time, up to 60fps for live streaming. This fast frame rate enables the
operator to move samples without smear lag or jitter. Real-time, 60fps video streaming also allows effortless focus and specimen
placement for more efficient slide reviews.
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High-Definition HD-210U HD Microscope Camera
Real Time, Full Screen HD Video
- The HD-210 outputs a true 16×9 ratio HD image for full screen display
- No vertical compression or horizontal stretching
- No black bars and no cropping of image Matches your monitor’s HD specs for a true pixel to pixel image
- The HD-210 outputs images at a high frame rate (60 FPS) for smooth real time live motion
- Selectable between 1080p/60, and 1080i/30
- Connects simply with DVI cable or HDMI converter cable
- No PC or software required
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Originating from France, First Light offers advanced imaging solutions for low-light environments and real time applications.
With a strong focus on technical excellence, First Light Imaging designs and manufactures ultra-fast, ultra-sensitive scientific
cameras for visible and infrared spectra.
Website: https://www.first-light-imaging.com/
C-RED 3: Ultra-Fast, SWAP Optimised InGaAs SWIR Camera
The C-RED 3 is one of the fastest VGA uncooled cameras on the market for short wave infrared (SWIR) imaging. Designed for short
exposure time applications, the camera is optimised for low SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) and low cost. C-RED 3 SWIR camera
incorporates a TECless 640 x 512 InGaAs PIN photodiode detector with 15 μm pixel pitch for high resolution imaging. This detector
embeds an electronic shutter with integration pulses shorter than 5 μs.
- up to 600 FPS full frame
- < 30 electron read out noise
- Adaptive BIAS
- 93 dB linear dynamic range and true 16 bits image
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C-RED 2 Camera : Ultra-Fast, Low Noise InGaAs Camera for SWIR Imaging
The new high speed C-RED 2 camera from First Light Imaging is a revolutionary ultra-high speed, low noise camera designed for
high resolution Short Wave InfraRed (SWIR) imaging. It incorporates an InGaAs SWIR camera capable of capturing images at 400 FPS,
full frame, whilst emitting a read-out noise of less than 30 electrons. It is tailor-made for low-light applications in the
fields of biological imaging, industrial science, astronomy, semiconductor inspection, solar cell inspection, Hyper Spectral
imaging, spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, quality control, laser communications and production control.
- Integrates a 640 x 512 InGaAs PIN Photodiode Detector
- Weighs only 0.9 Kg
- 15 µm Pixel pitch
- Full frame image capturing capabilities at 400 fps
- Read out noise < 30 electrons
- Electronic shutter with integration pulses shorter than 5 µs
- Flat quantum efficiency between 0.9 to 1.7 µm (70% QE)
- Capable of ‘Widowing’
- Automated cooling
- Compatible with USB3 and CameraLink Full
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OCAM2K : Ultra-Fast, Low Light and Low Noise Scientific EMCCD Camera
OCAM²K is a high speed, low noise camera which has the ability to achieve 2067 fps with a sub electron readout noise. It
utilizes the E2V CCD 220 EMCCD, an 8 output split frame transfer CCD. OCAM²K offers an extremely low latency of 43µs between
exposure and first pixel availability. In order to minimize smearing, the CCD220 high speed metal buttressed clock lines are
driven by OCAM²K at speeds up to 7 Mlines/s, transferring each frame in the store section in only 12 microseconds.
- 240×240 pixels
- Wide 24 µm pixels
- Up to 2067 FPS Full Frame
- 3700 fps in 2×2 binning mode
- 95% peak QE typical (Deep Depletion Silicon option)
- 14 bits precision A/D converter
- Cooled operation for low dark current
- Integrated cooling temperature controller
- Ultra-low latency CameraLinkTM Full interface :43µs
- Clock & trigger input / output for synchronous operation
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greateyes GmbH is an aspiring manufacturer of scientific high-performance cameras for imaging and
spectroscopic applications based in Germany. The company is passionate about innovative, cutting-edge technology and strives for
continuous product improvement. Based on a unique platform concept, customers can choose from a large portfolio of cameras
featuring high dynamic range combined with excellent sensitivities from the X-ray through EUV to the VIS and NIR region.
Website: https://www.greateyes.de
Scientific Cameras for Imaging and Spectroscopy
greateyes offers a series of high-performance, cooled Full-Frame CCD cameras for imaging and spectroscopy in the range from
X-ray to near-infrared (NIR). The cameras combine scientific, highly sensitive CCD sensors and ultra low noise electronics for
optimal detection of weak signals and measurements with high dynamic range. They can be used as detectors for a broad range of
applications in the industrial and scientific community.
NIR VIS UV cameras
Based on a unique platform concept, greateyes offers a portfolio of scientific cameras for imaging and spectroscopy in the UV,
VIS and NIR range. The deep-cooled, high-performance CCD detectors are very compact. They combine highly sensitive sensors with
ultra-low noise 18-bit electronics for optimal detection of weak signals. Select among different pixel formats, several sensor
technologies and various sensor coatings to find the best solution for your imaging or spectroscopic application.
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NIR VIS UV ELSEs Cameras
- Ultra-deep TE cooling to -100°C
- High QE up to 98%
- Hermetic vacuum seal
- User selectable gain
- GigE & USB 3.0 data interface
- Fast readout speeds up to 5 MHz
- Multiple sensor options
- Flexible software options
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NIR VIS UV ELSEi Large Format cameras
Key features:
- 2048 × 2048 pixels
- 27.6 mm × 27.6 mm image area
- Quantum efficiency up to 98%
- Deep cooling to -60°C
- 16-bit dynamic range
- Up to 150 ke¯ full well capacity
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VUV EUV X-Ray Cameras
Based on a unique platform concept, greateyes offers a portfolio of scientific cameras with vacuum interface for imaging and
spectroscopy in the VUV, EUV, soft and hard X-ray range. Incoming photons are directly detected by the CCD sensor. Beside the
precise measurement of high energy radiation, the detectors exhibit a high sensitivity in the ranges NIR, VIS and UV as well.
Key features:
- Ultra-deep TE cooling to -100°C
- High QE up to 98%
- User selectable gain
- GigE & USB 3.0 data interface
- Fast readout speeds up to 5 MHz
- Flexible software options
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VUV EUV X-Ray ALEXs Cameras for Spectroscopy
VUV EUV X-ray ALEXi Cameras for Imaging Applications
VUV EUV X-Ray In-Vacuum Cameras
Based on a unique platform concept, greateyes offers a portfolio of scientific in-vacuum cameras for imaging and spectroscopy
in the VUV, EUV, soft and hard X-ray range up to 20 keV. They are fabricated in stainless steel or aluminium providing
excellent vacuum compatibility. A single additional flange integrates electrical and water cooling feedthroughs. Incoming
photons are directly detected by the CCD sensor. No external controller is required to operate the detectors.
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VUV EUV X-Ray In-Vacuum Cameras
Based on a unique platform concept, greateyes offers a portfolio of scientific in-vacuum cameras for imaging and
spectroscopy in the VUV, EUV, soft and hard X-ray range up to 20 keV. They are fabricated in stainless steel or aluminium
providing excellent vacuum compatibility. A single additional flange integrates electrical and water cooling feedthroughs.
Incoming photons are directly detected by the CCD sensor. No external controller is required to operate the detectors.
Key features:
- Full well capacity up to 700 ke¯
- Quantum efficiency up to 98%
- 16-bit digitisation
- Deep cooling down to -80°C
- Single flange for feedthroughs
- Optimised for UHV compatibility
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VUV EUV X-Ray In-Vacuum Large Format Cameras
Based on a unique platform concept, greateyes offers a portfolio of scientific in-vacuum cameras for imaging and
spectroscopy in the VUV, EUV, soft and hard X-ray range up to 20 keV. They are fabricated in stainless steel or aluminium
providing excellent vacuum compatibility. A single additional flange integrates electrical and water cooling feedthroughs.
Incoming photons are directly detected by the CCD sensor. No external controller is required to operate the detectors.
Key features:
- 2048 × 2048 pixels
- 27.6 mm × 27.6 mm image area
- 16-bit digitisation
- Deep cooling down to -70°C
- Full well capacity up to 150 ke¯
- Quantum efficiency up to 98%
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Scientific Super-Resolution Cameras
The scientific super-resolution cameras from greateyes form a brand-new class of scientific cameras for high performance
spectroscopy and imaging from the near-infrared to X-ray region.
At its heart, the latest technology advancement developed together with Max-Born-Institute Berlin, provides true sub-pixel
resolution of the detector, and thus offering increased spatial or spectral resolution in comparison to standard scientific
cameras.
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Key features:
- True sub-pixel resolution
- Fully automated measurement procedure
- Enhanced resolution by a factor up to 2.6
- Low noise, high dynamic range detector
- Available for all greateyes CCD cameras
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Customised Scientific Cameras
In addition to the large portfolio of scientific cameras, greateyes offers customised detectors. Due to their technical
expertise, they are able to transpose your individual requirements and particular needs.
Selectable options:
- Variable distance of focal plane and flange
- Variable angle of sensor relative to flange plane
- Various flange types: For example, CF DN160 with integrated exhaust tube for UHV applications
- Hermetically sealed cameras with water cooling only (no air cooling)
- Specific labelling or individual graphic design on the camera housing for OEM Applications
- Special window materials, such as Beryllium, Aluminium, MgF2
- Specific software modules
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JENOPTIK has a long and successful tradition of developing and manufacturing professional digital cameras.
Since being established from the Carl ZEISS Jena nationally owned collective after German reunification, Jenoptik has
manufactured various imaging systems for space missions and industrial/microscopy applications.
Website: https://www.jenoptik.com/products/cameras-and-imaging-modules/microscope-camera
PROGRES GRYPHAX® Series – USB3 for Win,Mac & Linux
Jenoptik equips the JENOPTIK GRYPHAX® series microscope cameras with the latest CMOS technology. Short exposure
times
and high image refresh rates make the system time-saving and convenient to use. This means you can position and focus fast and
easily, even on moving objects.
JENOPTIK GRYPHAX® products are easy to use with any microscope — whatever the brand, thanks to the C-mount interface. No matter if
you work on WIN, MAC or Linux operating systems the software offers you always an identical user interface.
Free updates for the JENOPTIK GRYPHAX® software allow you flexibility and mean you are always kept up-to-date.
Made in Germany with a 24 month warranty
PROGRES GRYPHAX® – Back illuminated Colour cameras
PROKYON
- 20MP Colour, 60fps max
- 5760 x 3600
- 12 Bit, Cooled
- 5.86µm x 5.86µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Global shutter
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NAOS
- 20MP Colour, 30fps max
- 5400 x 3600
- 12 Bit
- 2.4µm x 2.4µm pixels
- 1″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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ARKTUR
- 8MP Colour, 30fps max
- 3840 x 2160
- 10 Bit
- 2.4µm x 2.4µm pixels
- 2/3″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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KAPELLA
- 2.3MP Colour, 60fps max
- 1920 x 1200
- 12 Bit, Cooled
- 5.86µm x 5.86µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Global shutter
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SUBRA
- 2.3MP Colour, 30fps max
- 1920 x 1200
- 12 Bit
- 5.86µm x 5.86µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Global shutter
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ALTAIR
- 12MP Colour, 20fps max
- 4000 x 3000
- 10 Bit
- 1.85µm x 1.85µm pixels
- 1/1.75″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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AVIOR
- 8MP Colour, 30fps max
- 3840 x 2160
- 10 Bit
- 1.85µm x 1.85µm pixels
- 1/2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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PROGRES GRYPHAX® – Back illuminated Monochrome cameras
POLARIS
- 3.2MP Mono, 22fps max
- 1800 x 1800
- 13 Bit
- 7.2µm x 7.2µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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RIGEL
- 2.3MP Mono, 60fps max
- 1920 x 1200
- 12 Bit, Cooled
- 5.86µm x 5.86µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Global shutter
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WEGA
- 2.3MP Mono, 30fps max
- 1920 x 1200
- 12 Bit
- 5.86µm x 5.86µm pixels
- 1/1.2″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Global shutter
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BETRIA
- 3MP Mono, 20fps max
- 2000 x 1500
- 10 Bit
- 3.7µm x 3.7µm pixels
- 1/1.75″ Sensor, Back illuminated
- Rolling shutter
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Lumenera Corporation,headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital
cameras and custom/OEM solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a wide range of industrial, microscopy, surveillance,
and astro applications.
Lumenera’s solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity to satisfy the most demanding
digital imaging requirements. The company’s core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 3.0, USB 2.0,
HDMI, Ethernet and GigE as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD sensors.
Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services,continuous innovation and licensing options
to OEM partners.
Website: https://www.lumenera.com
Lumenera Microscopy Cameras
Lumenera’s INFINITY USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 digital cameras include CMOS, CCD, Full HD, Research-Grade, Cooled, Large
Format and Pixel Shifting technologies for life science, clinical and industrial applications. Now with a 4 year warranty…
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White Paper: DIGITAL PATHOLOGY- A Primer for Microscope Camera Selection
CMOS cameras
Model |
Image Sensor |
Optical Format |
Frame Rate Full Resolution |
INFINITY-EP |
1.3 MP CMOS Sensor, Progressive scan, Available in Monochrome, Excellent near IR sensitivity, Electrophysiology
|
1/3″ |
30 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY1-1M |
1.3 MP CMOS, Aptina MT9M001, Available in Monochrome |
1/2” |
30 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY1-2 |
2MP CMOS, SOI268, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color |
1/2” |
15 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY1-3 |
3.1 MP CMOS, Micron MT9T001, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color |
1/2” |
12 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY1-5 |
5.1 MP CMOS, Micron MT9P031, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
1/2.5” |
07 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITYHD |
1060P 60fps HD CMOS, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color |
1/3” |
60 fps |
HDMI Connector |
CCD cameras
Model |
Image Sensor |
Optical Format |
Frame Rate Full Resolution |
INFINITY2-1R |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony HAD ICX205, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
1/2″ |
30 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY2-2 |
2MP CCD, Sony ICX274, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
1/1.8” |
12 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY2-3 |
3.3 MP CCD, Sony ICX262, Interlaced Scan, Avail in Color |
1/1.8” |
05 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY2-5 |
5MP CCD, Sony ICX655, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
2/3″ |
09 fps |
USB 2.0 |
CCD – Low Light / Fluorescence Imaging
Model |
Image Sensor |
Optical Format |
Frame Rate Full Resolution |
INFINITY3-1 |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony ICX285, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color or Monochrome, Cooled |
2/3” |
15 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY3-1PF |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony ICX285, Avail in Color or Monochrome, Peltier Cooled |
2/3” |
15 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY3-1UR |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony ICX285, Progressive Scan, Avail in Color or Monochrome, uncooled, moderate fluorescence applications
|
2/3″ |
30 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY3-1URF |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony ICX285, Avail in Color or Monochrome, uncooled, general fluorescence applications |
2/3″ |
30 fps |
USB 2.0 |
INFINITY3-3UR |
2.8 MP CCD, Sony ICX674, Avail in Color or Monochrome, uncooled |
2/3″ |
53 fps |
USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 supported for lower frame rates) |
INFINITY3-3URF |
3.0 MP CCD, Sony ICX674, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
2/3″ |
53 fps |
USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 supported for lower frame rates) |
INFINITY3-6UR |
6.0MP CCD, Sony ICX694, Avail in Color or Monochrome |
1″ |
27 fps |
USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 supported for lower frame rates) |
INFINITY3S-1UR |
1.4 MP CCD, Sony ICX825, Avail in Color or Monochrome, ultra sensitive |
2/3″ |
60 fps |
USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 supported for lower frame rates) |
CMOS – Sony Pregius Global Shutter
Model |
Image Sensor |
Optical Format |
Frame Rate Full Resolution |
INFINITY5-3 |
3.2 MP SONY IMX252 CMOS color or monochrome |
1 / 1.8” |
in 8-bit: 1080P60, ~120 fps |
USB 3 connector, HDMI output |
INFINITY5-5 |
5.1MP SONY IMX250 CMOS color or monochrome |
2/3” |
in 8-bit: 1080P60, ~75 fps |
USB 3 connector, HDMI output |
Lumenera Industrial and Scientific Cameras
Lumenera offers a wide range of industrial cameras based on CCD and CMOS sensors, providing a variety of unique camera features
to satisfy your imaging applications.
Lumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high-performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for
industrial, scientific, surveillance and astronomy markets, announced that all models of its Lt225 and Lt425 USB 3.0 camera
series are now equipped with the latest Revision 3 image sensor from CMOSIS.
The CMOSIS Revision 3 Sensor upgrade provides a number of performance improvements, including increased analog gain and
elimination of the ‘black sun effect’, while maintaining previous functionality and features of Lumenera’s Lt225 and Lt425
camera families. This sensor upgrade coincides with the latest release of Lumenera’s LuCam Software and Software
Development Kit (SDK), providing additional features such as user specified frame rate control, subsampling, thresholding, High
Dynamic Range (HDR) mode, and an LED illumination correction
Lumenera Industrial Cameras
Mightex Systems, with operations based in Toronto, Canada, and in the Silicon Valley, California, is a leading
supplier of photonic products and services for a broad spectrum of applications including industrial imaging, bio-photonic
solutions, LED illumination, machine vision, life & health sciences, and industrial test & measurement etc.
Website: https://www.mightexsystems.com
Mightex – Digital Microscope Cameras
Mightex has developed a range of SuperSpeed USB3.0 and USB2.0 digital cameras, which are compatible with all the
major brands of microscopes including Leica, Nikon, Olympus and Zeiss. Camera software is included with the camera purchase, free
of charge. In addition, these cameras are also compatible with ImageJ through TWAIN (included, free of charge).
USB Cameras


Nüvü Cameras are industry leaders in designing sensitive EMCCD cameras, achieving new standards of SNR for low
light imaging with their innovative technology. Their patented CCCP Controller delivers unprecedented levels of EM gain by
minimizing the presence of clock-induced charge (CIC), and this allows for sub-electron read-out noise and ultra-high horizontal
charge transfer efficiency for clearer images. These cameras are built for easy integration as they compact and user-friendly.
Website: http://www.nuvucameras.com
HNÜ EMCCD CAMERA – Back illuminated
Nüvü™ reinvents the electronics behind the EMCCD Camera
HNu offers a high quality, thermoelectrically-cooled EMCCD camera with a maximum EM gain of 5000, a total noise
floor down to 0.001 e/pixel/frame and acquisition rates up to 20 MHz in full frame. Nüvü’s HNu EMCCD camera integrates the
patented CCCP Controller to minimize the clock-induced charges involved in counting photons and is optimized for low light
imaging. The camera supports three standard EMCCD detector sizes (128 × 128, 512 × 512 and 1024 × 1024). Fields of application
include Fluorescence and Bioluminescence, Spectroscopy, Super Resolution, OEM and Astronomy.
- 16 Bits
- 1 – 5,000 Electron Multiplying gain
- Cooling temperature down to -90°C via liquid cooling (-85°C via air cooling),stabilized (± 0.01 °C)
- Patented CCCP Controller Technology
- Quantum efficiency > 90% at 600 nm
- 800 ke EM register pixel well depth
- Spectral range of 250 – 1,100 nm
- Exposing time step of 25 ns-days
- Exposing time range of 4 ns
- Internal or External Triggering
Options:
EM N2 EMCCD Camera – Back illuminated, Liquid Nitrogen Cooled
The EM N2 EMCCD Camera delivers high SNR for a variety of low light applications
The EM N2 is a state-of-the-heart, liquid nitrogen cooled EMCCD camera. The EM N2 EMCCD camera supports three
standard EMCCD detector sizes including 128 × 128, 512 × 512 and 1024 × 1024, in addition to custom sizes for specific
requirements. Its detector can be cooled down to -110°C for applications that require extremely low thermal noise, particularly
during long exposures. It can also achieve 1,004 fps, in full frame, at a 20 MHz readout rate. EM N2 offers EM gains of up to
5000 EM, whilst minimizing the total noise floor down to 0.001 e/pixel/frame. It employs Nüvü Cameras’ patented CCCP technology
in order to ensure the lowest clock-induced charge (CIC) levels.
- 16 Bits
- 1 – 5,000 Electron Multiplying gain
- Cooling temperature down to -110°C, stabilized (± 0.01 °C)
- Patented CCCP Controller Technology
- Quantum efficiency > 90% at 600 nm
- 800 ke EM register pixel well depth
- Spectral range of 250 – 1,100 nm
- Exposing time step of 25 ns-days
- Exposing time range of 4 ns
- Internal or External Triggering
Options:

PCO develop and produce specialized fast and sensitive video camera systems, mainly for scientific applications. The product
range of PCO cameras covers digital camera systems with high dynamic range, high resolution, high speed and low noise, which are
sold in the scientific and industrial market all over the world.
PCO is located in Kelheim, Germany
Website: https://www.pco.de
The pco.edge family of sCMOS cameras features an excellent combination of high resolution, high quantum
efficiency, high frame rates and high dynamic range. All pco.edge cameras are available with various interface options.
- true charge domain global shutter
- 5120 x 5120 pixel resolution
- down to -20°C adjustable cooling
- up to 65 % quantum efficiency
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- lowest readout noise of 0.8 e- med
- high resolution of 2048 x 2048 pixel
- dynamic range of 40 000 : 1 (USB) / 35 500: 1 (CL)
- quantum efficiency up to 82%
- back illuminated sensor
- up to 95 % quantum efficiency
- down to -25°C adjustable cooling
- 2048 x 2048 pixel resolution
- 40 fps maximum frame rate
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- 0.8 e- med readout noise
- 2048 x 2048 pixel resolution
- 37 500 : 1 dynamic range
- >70% quantum efficiency
- USB 3.0 interface
- extreme low readout noise of 1.1 e- med
- high resolution of 2560 x 2160 pixel
- dynamic range of 30 000 : 1
- rolling & global shutter functionality
- maximum frame rate 100 fps
- 1.1 e- med readout noise
- 2048 x 1536 pixel resolution
- 27 000 : 1 dynamic range
- rolling & global shutter functionality
- USB 3.0 interface
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compact sCMOS – PCO Panda
- available in mono and colour
- true charge domain global shutter
- 5120 x 5120 pixel resolution
- dust-protected housing
- ultra-compact design
- up to 65 % quantum efficiency
- 190 nm – 1100 nm spectral range
- back illuminated sensor
- up to 95 % quantum efficiency
- ultra-compact design
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- back illuminated sensor
- up to 95 % quantum efficiency
- ultra-compact design
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- 2.1 e- med readout noise
- up to 80 % quantum efficiency
- ultra-compact design
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- USB 3.1 Gen1
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- 62 % quantum efficiency
- ultra compact design
- 14 bit dynamic range
- 1392 x 1040 pixel resolution
- USB 2.0 interface
- 40 % @ 193 nm quantum efficiency
- ultra compact design
- 14 bit dynamic range
- 1392 x 1040 pixel resolution
- USB 2.0 interface
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A large selection of different scientific and industrial CCD cameras with interline transfer CCD image sensor
technology. The camera systems have dynamics in the range of 12 to 14 bit and some of the cameras are thermoelectrically cooled
for better long exposure performance.
- resolution (1600 x 1200pixel)
- cooled 14bit dynamic range
- image rate of 30 fps @ full resolution
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- resolution (2048 x 2048pixel)
- cooled 14bit dynamic range
- image rate of 14.7 fps @ full resolution
- low noise of 6 e- rms @ 10MHz
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- resolution (4008 x 2672pixel)
- cooled 14bit dynamic range
- image rate of 5 fps @ full resolution
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- 190 nm – 1100 nm spectral range
- back illuminated sensor
- up to 95 % quantum efficiency
- down to -25°C adjustable cooling
- 2048 x 2048 pixel resolution
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- 190 nm – 1100 nm spectral range
- back illuminated sensor
- up to 95 % quantum efficiency
- ultra-compact design
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- USB 3.1 Gen1
- 40 % @ 193 nm quantum efficiency
- ultra-compact design
- 14 bit dynamic range
- 1392 x 1040 pixel resolution
- USB 2.0 interface
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- 10G FOL data interface
- high-speed streaming
- 0.8 e- med readout noise
- 2048 x 2048 pixel resolution
- 100 fps maximum frame rate
- up to 82 % quantum efficiency
- 10G FOL data interface
- high-speed streaming
- 1.0 e- med readout noise
- 2560 x 2160 pixel resolution
- 100 fps maximum frame rate
- rolling & global shutter functionality
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pco.flim – Luminescence lifetime imaging camera
The pco.flim camera system is the first luminescence lifetime imaging camera using a two tap CMOS image sensor.
The camera can internally generate a wide range of frequencies and will also accept external modulation signals within a limited
range of frequencies.
It features a variety of trigger input and output signals for easy system integration. Special software provides direct
measurements and lifetime analysis.
Detailed information about fluorescence lifetime imaging using the pco.flim camera can be found in our new white paper explanation.
- 100ps – 100µs lifetimes measurable
- 5kHz – 40MHz modulation frequencies
- 500kHz – 40MHz external modulation signals
- modulation signal shape sinusoidal / rectangular
- 1008 x 1008 pixel resolution
- frequency domain FLIM
- USB 3.0 interface
- 39% quantum efficiency
- 1000:1 dynamic range
- 45 e- rms readout noise
- 90 fps frame rate (2 tap readout)
- 10 ns to 10 s selectable exposure times
- vibration-free water cooling
- special software for measurement and analysis
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Highspeed Cameras for challenging applications
PCO’s high-speed cameras offer best light sensitivity and furthermore real 12 bit dynamic range with leading image and color
quality for your applications. All models come with a variety of trigger options and cameras can be synchronized between each
other in a very simple way. Additionally there is no need for doing a black- or session-referencing before the recordings.
compact & ruggedized
- 3086 fps @ 1.3 MPix resolution
- compact design
- high-g ruggedized body
- excellent light sensitivity
- 12 bit dynamic range
- 2128 fps @ Full HD resolution
- 1603 fps @ 2.8 MPix
- compact design
- high-g ruggedized body
- 12 bit dynamic range
- 1102 fps @ 4MPix resolution
- 2128 fps @ Full HD resolution
- compact design
- high-g ruggedized body
- 12 bit dynamic range
internal memory
- 4467 fps @ 1 MPix full resolution
- superior image and color quality
- excellent light sensitivity
- 12 bit dynamic range
- USB 3.0, GigE, Camera Link
- 1279 fps @ 4 MPix full resolution
- 4467 fps @ 1 MPix
- excellent image and color quality
- 12 bit dynamic range
- USB 3.0, GigE, Camera Link
- 2128 fps @ Full HD resolution
- 1603 fps @ 2.8 MPix resolution
- excellent image and color quality
- 12 bit dynamic range
- multiple trigger options
- 7039 fps @ 1 MPix full resolution
- superior image quality
- excellent light sensitivity
- 12 bit dynamic range
- USB 3.0, GigE, Camera Link
- 5469 fps @ 1.5 MPix full resolution
- 7039 fps @ 1 MPix
- excellent light sensitivity
- 12 bit dynamic range
- USB 3.0, GigE, Camera Link
- 2277 fps @ 4 MPix full resolution
- 7039 fps @ 1 MPix
- excellent light sensitivity
- 12 bit dynamic range
- USB 3.0, GigE, Camera Link
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Intensified Cameras – pco.dicam
MCP Image Intensifier Based Camera Systems for Short Exposure Applications
The family of MCP image intensifier camera systems offers extremely short exposure/shutter times down to 4 ns. The appropriate
spectral behaviour can be selected by the photocathode material of the MCP tube
single-channel
- exposure times down to 4 ns
- 25 mm image intensifier
- intensified sCMOS technology
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- 106 fps @ full resolution
- enhanced extinction ratio gating
multi-channel
- 4-channel intensified camera
- exposure times down to 4 ns
- 25 mm image intensifier
- 2048 x 2048 pixel
- 3.4 GByte/s fibre optic data interface
- enhanced extinction ratio gating
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Teledyne Photometrics designs and manufactures high performance Scientific CMOS, CCD and EMCCD cameras that support demanding,
quantitative bio-research. The original architect of the first scientific-grade EMCCD, Teledyne Photometrics maintains its
leadership role with the release of the award winning Prime, the sCMOS camera. Teledyne Photometrics also offers a comprehensive
OEM support, enabling customers to integrate cameras into a wide variety of configurations.
Website: https://www.photometrics.com
Kinetix High Speed, Back-Illuminated Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Camera
The Photometrics Kinetix back-illuminated sCMOS camera combines 95% quantum efficiency with a low 1.2 e- read noise to deliver a
sensitive sCMOS camera at over 400 fps. The camera delivers ultrafast speed and a large field of view with balanced pixel size.
This makes it suitable for use in fluorescence microscopy, high content imaging, biochip, microarray and genomic applications.
Key features:
- 400 Frames per Second
- 29.4 mm Diagonal Field of View
- 1.2 e- Read Noise
- 95% Quantum Efficiency
- 6.5 µm x 6.5 µm Pixel Area
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Prime BSI Expresss Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Camera
The Prime BSI Express Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) is designed on a compact platform optimized for integration and delivers the
perfect balance between high resolution imaging and sensitivity with an optimized pixel design, USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity and
near perfect 95% Quantum Efficiency to maximize signal detection.
Key Features:
- 95% Quantum Efficiency
- 1.0e- Read Noise
- 6.5 µm x 6.5 µm Pixel Area
- 95 Frames Per Second over USB 3.2 Gen 2
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Prime BSI™ Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Camera
The Prime BSI Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) camera delivers the perfect balance between high resolution imaging and sensitivity with
an optimized pixel design and near perfect 95% Quantum Efficiency. This 4.2 Megapixel camera with 6.5µm pixels captures highly
detailed images at high frame rates, making it the most versatile sCMOS for live cell imaging techniques, including Total
Internal Reflection Fluorescence (TIRF), Ratiometric Imaging and Lightsheet microscopy.
Key Camera Features
- 95% Quantum Efficiency
- 6.5µm x 6.5µm Pixel Area
- 2048 x 2048 array – 4.2 Megapixel
- 1.0e- Read Noise
- 45,000e- Pixel Full Well
- 25,000:1 Dynamic Range
- 43.5fps @ 16-bit
- 63fps @ 11-bit
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Prime 95B™ Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Camera Serie
Outperforming EMCCD cameras, the Prime 95B Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Camera Series includes several back illuminated sCMOS cameras
that offer 95% QE with extreme sensitivity and high frame rates. A large field of view (FOV) maximizes imaging throughput on
larger format microscopes. Proprietary PrimeEnhance and PrimeLocate advanced imaging features benefit super-resolution
microscopy, single molecule fluorescence and confocal microscopy.
Key Camera Features
- 95% Quantum Efficiency
- 11µm x 11µm Pixel Area
- 1200 x 1200 array – 1.44 Megapixel
- 1.6e- Read Noise
- 80,000e- Pixel Full Well
- 61,500:1 Dynamic Range
- 41fps @ 16-bit
- 82fps @ 12-bit
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Now, also available:
Iris 9™ and Iris 15™ Scientific CMOS (sCMOS) Cameras
The Iris 9 & Iris 15 Scientific CMOS cameras are designed with a large field of view for live cell microscopy
applications.
Key Features
- Iris 9: 9 Megapixel (2968 x 2968), 17.8mm Field of View
- Iris 15: 15 Megapixel (5056 x 2968), 25mm Field of View
- 4.25µm x 4.25µm Pixel Area
- 30 Frames per Second
- 73% Quantum Efficiency
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Photon etc. aims to provide each researcher, engineer and technician with access to the latest innovations in optical and
photonic instrumentation. As pioneers in Bragg-based hyperspectral imaging, they offer state-of-the-art instruments, driven by
our client’s desires to surpass limitations in measurement and analysis.
Inspired by the scientific creativity found in Montreal and Quebec, they promote open and collaborative innovation and
excellence.
Website: http://www.photonetc.com
SWIR Cameras – Fast and Low Noise InGaAs and HgCdTe Cameras
Extending the boundaries of industrial imaging, Photon Etc. has developed affordable SWIR cameras sensitive from
800 nm to 2.9 µm. Using a sensitive InGaAs or HgCdTe (MCT) FPA, ZEPHIR™ collects images at an astounding 340 frame-per-second
rate while reaching unrivalled low noise levels with the integration of a four-stage TE cooler. Our BOREA™ line uses a Stirling
micro cooler and has lower noise levels than its TE cooled competitors. Initially designed for demanding faint flux applications
such as hyperspectral imaging, our cameras are well-suited for spectroscopy, astronomy or industrial applications in quality
control and sorting.
ZEPHIR 1.7
Based on a sensitive InGaAs FPA, and integrating a four-stage TE cooler, ZephIR 1.7™ delivers an astounding 200
frame-per-second rate while reaching unrivalled low noise levels. Perfectly adapted for challenging scientific applications.
- 220 frame-per-second
- 4-stages TEC
- Low noise level
- InGaAs FPA
- Optimal from 0.8 to 1.7 µm
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ZEPHIR 2.5
Based on a sensitive HgCdTe FPA, and integrating a four-stage TE cooler, ZephIR™ delivers an astounding 340 frame-per-second
rate while reaching unrivalled low noise levels. Perfectly adapted for industrial applications in quality control and sorting
as well as for scientific research.
- 340 frame-per-second
- 4 stages TEC
- Low noise level
- HgCdTe (MCT) FPA
- 0.85 to 2.5 µm
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ZEPHIR 2.9
Based on a sensitive HgCdTe FPA, and integrating a four-stage TE cooler, ZephIR delivers an astounding 340 frame-per-second
rate while reaching unrivalled low noise levels. Perfectly adapted for industrial applications in quality control and sorting
as well as for scientific research.
- 340 frame-per-second
- 4 stages TEC
- Low noise level
- HgCdTe (MCT) FPA
- 0.85 to 2.9 µm
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BOREA
Photon Etc. has developed a new affordable deep-cooled SWIR camera sensitive from 0.85 µm to 2.5 µm. Using a rotary Stirling
micro cooler, BOREA™ reaches lower noise level then all of its TE cooled competitors.
- 340 frame-per-second
- Rotary Stirling micro-cooler
- Low noise level
- HgCdTe (MCT) FPA
- 0.85 to 2.5 µm
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ALIZÉ™ 1.7 CAMERA
Alizé™ 1.7 InGaAs Camera
Continuing its push to extend the boundaries of scientific and industrial imaging, Photon etc. presents its high performance,
quality for value, air-cooled SWIR camera line. Based on a sensitive InGaAs FPA and integrating a four-stage TE cooler,
Alizé™ 1.7 delivers an astounding 190 frame-per-second rate while reaching very low noise levels. First designed for
demanding faint-flux applications such as small animal imaging in the second biological window, these cameras also bring new
capabilities for industrial applications in quality control and sorting.
CHARACTERISTICS
- 220 frame-per-second
- 4-stages TEC
- Low noise level
- InGaAs FPA
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Accessories- HypIRia™ Objective lenses
The HypIRia™ are the only telecentric objective lenses optimized for 1 to 2.9 µm. Designed for machine vision and industrial
applications, their heavy duty stainless steel and aluminum housing makes them quite resistant to harsh environment. They are
well-suited for high-end scientific applications, mostly with spectroscopy or multiband due to their wide field and
telecentrism. They succeed at providing a wide aperture over such a long spectral range while still limiting distortion and
chromatism. This wide aperture allows an amazing throughput which offers high quality imaging even for low-light imaging. All
surfaces have an anti-reflective broadband coating effective over the whole spectral range. The manual fine focus allows for a
very precise adjustments of the image. They come in three different focal lengths (11 mm, 15 mm and 25 mm) and their input
ports (SM1 and M45) can easily be coupled with standard filters and protective windows. The H11 has a particularily wide field
of view, making it stand out even more.
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PixeLINK® is a global provider of industrial cameras for the machine vision and life sciences markets. Since 1992,
PixeLINK® has designed, manufactured and supported the hardware and software requirements of machine vision, OEM and
microscopy customers around the world. Offering unmatched customer support and service, PixeLINK® designs and manufactures
reliable industrial cameras and microscope cameras for any machine vision project or microscopy application.
Based in Ottawa, Canada, PixeLINK® combines reliable industrial camera hardware with industry-leading software to offer
unmatched off-the-shelf, OEM and custom industrial imaging solutions to customers.
Website: https://pixelink.com
Pixelink Microscopy & Life Science Cameras
Ideal for use in any laboratory setting, PixeLINK Life Science Cameras let you capture high-quality imagery with
your existing microscope equipment. Their Life Science cameras are designed to offer consistent, high-quality image acquisition
and performance.
Pixelink offers a range of CCD and CMOS camera for microscopy.
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QImaging designs and manufactures user-friendly scientific cameras for a vast variety of life science and industrial research
applications. The company consistently brings new and exciting products to market that are known for superlative innovation and
illuminate life science and physical science research, and machine vision applications.
QImaging is known around the globe for delivering affordable, feature-rich, digital imaging solutions that provide outstanding
versatility, ease of use and reliability. Designed to support a wide variety of scientific experiments, researchers gain the
outstanding ability to perform quantitative image analysis and acquire high-resolution images for publication.
QImaging was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Surrey, Canada.
Website: https://www.qimaging.com
Retiga R Series – Scientific grade CCD Cameras for Fast / Sensitive Imaging
QImaging puts the right tool in your hands when the goal is fast, sensitive imaging and documentation in true
plug-and-play fashion.
Features
- 75% peak QE, low noise electronics
- Increased exposure time and binning enables detection of the faintest signals with deep sensor cooling
- Supported Binning Modes: 1×1, 2×2, 4×4, 6×6, 8×8, 12×12, 16×16
- USB3, 50MHz two port readout delivers frame rate for finding, focusing and imaging samples
- Reduce photobleaching and phototoxicity on samples.
- Intelligent Quantification™ – advanced real-time FPGA algorithms to deliver better image quality
- New QImaging Ocular™ imaging software
- Dimensions: 98.4mm (L) x 76mm (W) x 76mm (H)
- 1″, C-Mount optical format
- 1.3MP, 14 bit Sony ICX-825 CCD
- Monochrome or Color
- 1360 x 1024 pixels, 6.45µm x 6.45µm
- 25 fps at full resolution ( 40 fps binned 2×2 )
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- 2.8MP, 14 bit Sony ICX-674 CCD
- Monochrome or Color
- 1920 x 1460 pixels, 4.54µm x 4.54µm
- 14.4 fps at full resolution ( 24.1 fps binned 2×2 )
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- 6MP, 14 bit Sony ICX-695 CCD
- Monochrome or Color
- 2688 x 2200 pixels, 4.54µm x 4.54µm
- 7.1 fps at full resolution, ( 12.8 fps binned 2×2 )
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The Retiga ELECTRO™ CCD Camera from QImaging® is a brand new scientific camera designed specifically
for the unique imaging challenges associated with electrophysiology research. The ELECTRO™ is a cooled
1.4MP camera with zero vibration which adapts very well to the unique challenges of electrophysiology. The camera’s advanced
technical features were designed to enable the electrophysiologist careful electrode placement, without exogenous noise that
pollute recordings. This is accomplished by 50MHz two port readout delivering a high frame rate needed for electrophysiology,
fan-less regulated cooling provides 100% vibration-free imaging and Integrated grounding connection for electrical isolation.
- 1.4MP
- 75% peak QE, Sony ICX-825 CCD Sensor
- 14-bit with 50MHz readout
- Low noise electronics
- Fanless regulated cooling provides 100% vibration-free imaging
- Integrated grounding connection for electrical isolation
- USB3
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The solution for bioluminescence and routine fluorescence imaging
The Retiga LUMO is packed with advanced technical features that enable detection and quantification of ultra-low light
luminescence signals. This is accomplished by coupling deep cooling with FPGA-based intelligent features that correct defective
pixels and remove accumulated dark current. The result is a camera that outperforms bioluminescence cameras more than twice the
price.
- 1.4MP
- 75% peak QE
- Ultra low noise readout mode enables exposure times of up to 60 minutes.
- 14-bit with 50MHz readout
- Low noise electronics
- USB3.0
- Sensor Cooling: -20°C stabilized at 22°C ambient. Thermoelectric cooling with forced air
- Dark Current Rate: 0.0004 e-/p/s at -20°C regulated, 0.0001 e-/p/s at -20°C with DPC and DDFC on
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MicroPublisher 6™ CCD Camera
Color Imaging for Documentation and Publication
This 6.0 MP camera delivers six million 4.54 micron pixels for maximum detail capture with low powered objectives. Its 16mm
diagonal sensor provides twice the field of view of standard color sensors, giving you the ability to capture more of the sample
area in each image.
MicroPublisher 6 also incorporates low read noise electronics, and cooling to remove hot pixels and dark current, making it a
suitable imaging option for high quality fluorescence documentation.
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High Resolution IEEE 1394 FireWireTM Digital CCD Color Cameras with High Speed Real-Time Viewing.
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30 fps video rate CMOS camera for IR-DIC and fluorescence documentation applications
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SPOT Imaging Solutions ( a division of Diagnostic Instruments, Inc.) manufactures scientific CCD and CMOS digital cameras,
imaging software, macro imaging stands, camera adapters,and stereo microscope support stands.
SPOT Imaging Solutions was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA.
Website: http://www.spotimaging.com
Spot Imaging – Microscopy Cameras
SPOT Imaging manufactures a complete line of scientific digital cameras for microscopy, from easy to use color
CMOS cameras for brightfield microscopy to ultra-sensitive scientific CMOS sensors for low light fluorescence applications.
Every SPOT camera comes with the SPOT Software™, an easy to use image capture application full of tools for microscopists,
including scale bar, annotations, measurements, custom reporting, and time-lapse recordings. Cameras run on both Windows® and
Macintosh® computers, and a Software Development Kit is available for integration with custom software. All SPOT cameras ship
with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty and our exceptional track record for building reliable cameras that last for years.
The SPOT RT sCMOS uses Sony’s breakthrough Pregius™ CMOS sensor. Now you can experience unprecedented speed and
sensitivity in a scientific CMOS camera. Deep cooling allows dim images to be seen without becoming obscured by dark current
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The SPOT Insight CMOS Camera featuring Sony’s Pregius™ CMOS sensor, delivers high speed, high resolution and high
QE — features previously associated with much higher-priced cameras.
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The SPOT Idea CMOS cameras deliver high impact color images for journal publication and industrial documentation at an
economical price.
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The SPOT HDVision cameras provide live video microscopy imaging in HD for conferences and classrooms without requiring a
computer.
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Ximea, headquartered in Münster Germany, was created by the group of industry leading Imaging and Vision veterans
originating from SOFTHARD companies.
XIMEA has defined its mission as the development of cameras at the forefront of machine vision and imaging, spearheading the
advancements of research. This resulted in remarkable product lines like xiQ – USB3 Vision cameras, xiC – USB 3.1 with Sony CMOS,
xiMU – Subminiature camera and xiRAY – X-ray cameras. Breakthroughs followed with first PCI Express camera, smallest
Hyperspectral cameras in the world, Embedded vision platform or original Thunderbolt™ cameras. Utilizing the exceptional 64 Gbit/s
speed of PCIe interface new models emerge, suitable for Multi-camera setups or with enhanced
sensitivity using sCMOS sensors.
Website: https://www.ximea.com
xiC Series – Premium Sony CMOS Pregius cameras with USB3 Vision
Miniature USB 3.1 Sony CMOS cameras
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Smallest camera featuring Sony Pregius™ sensors – Compact with only 26.4 x 26.4 x 33 mm and lightweight
with 38 grams (1)
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Fast CMOS – High speed, high frame rate: from 2.3 Mpix at 165 Fps to 12 Mpix at 31 Fps
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Cool economy – Low power consumption with under 3 Watt and minimal heat dissipation
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All-around support – support for Windows 7 and 10, macOS, Linux, ARM and embedded platforms
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Industry standard interface – Compatible with USB 3.1 Gen
1, former USB 3.0 SuperSpeed
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AIA standard – USB3 Vision standard compliant
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Adaptable potential – Available with two connectors: novel USB 3.1 Type-C and proven Micro-B
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Software interfaces – GenICam / GenTL and highly optimized API / SDK for Image Processing
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Connectivity and Synchronization – Programmable opto-isolated input and output, 4 status LEDs
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Highly Customizable – Variety of sensor options including IMX249, IMX265, IMX264, IMX267, IMX304 available
in board level stack for OEM use and with Flat ribbon flex cable connection
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Interoperability increase – Continuous embrace of new software and hardware partners
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Cost efficient – Excellent value and price with utilization of newest technologies including Sony Pregius™
(1) USB 3.0 Micro-B connector version, for USB Type-C version inquire at info@ximea.com
*Pregius is a Trademark of Sony Corporation
B/W model |
Color model |
Sensor |
Resolution |
Pixel µm |
ADC bits |
Frames per sec(1) |
DR dB |
Optical size |
Power Watt |
MC023MG-SY |
MC023CG-SY |
Sony IMX174 |
1936 x 1216 2.3MP |
5.86 |
12/10 |
165 fps |
71.7 |
1/1.2″ |
2.4 |
MC031MG-SY |
MC031CG-SY |
Sony IMX252 |
2064 x 1544 3.1MP |
3.45 |
12/10/8 |
122 fps |
70.9 |
1/1.8″ |
2.75 |
MC050MG-SY |
MC050CG-SY |
Sony IMX250 |
2464 x 2056 5.0MP |
3.45 |
12/10/8 |
76 fps |
70.8 |
2/3″ |
2.85 |
MC089MG-SY |
MC089CG-SY |
Sony IMX255 |
4112 x 2176 8.9MP |
3.45 |
12/10/8 |
43 fps |
70.5 |
16.1 |
3.25 |
MC124MG-SY |
MC124CG-SY |
Sony IMX253 |
4112 x 3008 12.4MP |
3.45 |
12/10/8 |
31 fps |
70.4 |
17.6 |
3.25 |
(1) Maximum frame rates measured at 8 bits per pixel RAW data in free run mode.
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xiD Series – USB 3 Cameras with CCD
Compact USB 3.0 Scientific grade CCD camera family
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Quality components – Sony “EXview HAD
CCD II” sensors delivering 2.8, 6.1, 9.1 and 12
Mpix
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Fastest – Highest speed using full 4 TAP readout potential
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Industry standard interface – Compliant with USB 3.0 SuperSpeed specification
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Versatile mini camera – Subtle 60 x 60 x 39 mm, 320 grams (1)
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Power – Lowest power consumption starting at 3 Watt, bus powered with USB3 cable
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Cool – Minimal heat dissipation with passive COOLing
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Compatibility – USB 3.0 support for Windows 7 and 10, macOS, Linux, ARM and 30 Libraries
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Connectivity and Synchronization – Programmable opto-isolated input and output, 3 status LEDs
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Bandwidth potential – 5Gb/s interface 400Mpix/s data throughput
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Software interfaces – GenICam / GenTL and highly optimized xiAPI SDK for Image Processing
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High grade – Quality class of sensors is combined with specially selected IR filters
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Easy deployment – Range of accessories and widest hardware and software interoperability
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Highly Customizable – Available in Board level and with Peltier
TE Cooling
(1) C mount version, without lens and cooling
xiD Monochrome and Color models:
B/W model |
Color model |
Sensor |
Resolution |
Pixel µm |
ADC bits |
FWC |
Power Watt |
DR dB(2) |
Frames per sec(1) |
MD028MU-SY |
MD028CU-SY |
SONY ICX674 |
1934 x 1456 2.8 MP |
4.54 |
8,10,12,14 |
20000 |
3.6 W |
71.1 |
57 |
MD061MU-SY |
MD061CU-SY |
SONY ICX694 |
2754 x 2204 6.1 MP |
4.54 |
8,10,12,14 |
19500 |
3.9 W |
71.8 |
28.4 |
MD091MU-SY |
MD091CU-SY |
SONY ICX814 |
3384 x 2708 9.1 MP |
3.69 |
8,10,12,14 |
12000 |
4.2 W |
68.4 |
20 |
MD120MU-SY |
MD120CU-SY |
SONY ICX834 |
4242 x 2830 12 MP |
3.1 |
8,10,12,14 |
10000 |
4.8 W |
63.1 |
15.3 |
(1) Maximum frame rates measured at 52 MHz, 4 taps, RAW 14 bits; +20% in overclocked mode, 12bit packed (2) 26
MHz readout frequency
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xiQ Series: USB3 Vision Cameras, CMOS
Ultra compact USB 3.0 Industrial camera family
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Ultra compact mini camera– Only 26.4 x 26.4 x 21.2 mm and mere 27grams (1)
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Cool – Low power consumption with 1.0 to 1.8 W and minimal heat dissipation
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Fastest – High speed, high frame rate: 500fps at VGA and 90fps at 4Mpix resolutions
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AIA standard – USB3 Vision standard compliant
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Supported – USB3 under Windows 7 and 10, macOS, Linux, ARM and various Machine Vision Libraries
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Industry standard interface – Compatible with USB 3.1 Gen1 SuperSpeed specification
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Powerful potential – 5 Gbit/s interface 400 MB/s data throughput
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Connectivity and Synchronization – Programmable opto-isolated input and output, 3 status LEDs
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Cost efficient – Excellent value for the price, low TCO and fast ROI
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Software interfaces – GenICam / GenTL and highly optimized API / SDK for Image Processing
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Easy deployment – Range of accessories and widest hardware and software interoperability
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Time proven – In production since the end of 2011
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User friendly – Intuitive and simple to use API, easy switch from C to CS mount and more
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Highly Customizable – Available in Board level (single PCB) and with different connector types
(1) C mount version, without lens and cooling
xiQ Monochrome, Color and IR extended Sensor models:
(1) Maximum frame rates measured at 8 bits per pixel raw data in free run mode. Python 1300 model – with Zero ROT
feature enabled.
(2) NIR model is based on EV76C661 sensor from e2V, also called Ruby and Near Infrared sensors from CMOSIS
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xiB series – PCI Express CMOS Cameras with high speed and resolution
Compact PCIe x4 Gen2 and x8 Gen3 interface CMOS camera family
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Fastest overall – Data bandwidth from 20 Gbit/s to staggering 64
Gbit/s, with real data throughput up to 7000 MB/s
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Future potential – Highest speed by utilizing the full capacity of PCIe x8 Gen3 interface
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Modern components – High resolution, fast speed 12 Mpix, 20 Mpix, 50 Mpix and high-speed sensors
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Longest reach – Can work with optical cable at 300m distances
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Versatile mini camera – Subtle 60 x 60 x 36 mm, 160 grams (1)
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Cool – Minimal heat dissipation with additional Heatsink or Fan options
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Power efficient – Low power consumption of mere 6 Watt (1)
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Compatibility – Support for Windows 7 and 10, Linux, macOS, ARM
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Connectivity and Synchronization – 2/2 Isolated GPI/GPO, 4 bi-directional non-isolated GPIO, 4 programmable
status LEDs
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Compliant – Data and control interface complies with PCI Express External Cabling Specifications
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Lens control – EF-mount Interface allows remote control of aperture, focus and image
stabilization
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Easy deployment – Range of various accessories and No need in frame grabbers
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Highly Customizable – Possibility of Board level option and Near Infrared (NIR) sensors
(1) EF mount version of xiB, without lens and cooling
xiB Monochrome and Color models:
Model |
Sensor |
Resolution |
Pixel µm |
ADC bits |
FWC e- |
Sensor Diagonal |
Power Watt |
DR dB |
Frames per sec (1) |
CB120MG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV12000 |
4096 x 3072 12 MP |
5.5 |
8,10,12 |
13500 |
28 mm |
8 W |
60 |
133, 103, 86 |
CB120CG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV12000 |
4096 x 3072 12 MP |
5.5 |
8,10,12 |
13500 |
28 mm |
8 W |
60 |
133, 103, 86 |
CB200MG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV20000 |
5120 x 3840 20 MP |
6.4 |
12 |
15000 |
41 mm |
6 W |
66 |
33 |
CB200CG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV20000 |
5120 x 3840 20 MP |
6.4 |
12 |
15000 |
41 mm |
6 W |
66 |
33 |
CB500MG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV50000 |
7920 x 6004 48 MP |
4.6 |
12 |
16000 |
45 mm |
9 W |
64 |
30, 26, 22 |
CB500CG-CM |
CMOSIS CMV50000 |
7920 x 6004 48 MP |
4.6 |
12 |
16000 |
45 mm |
9 W |
64 |
30, 26, 22 |
(1) Full resolution at RAW 8 bits, 10 bits and 12 bits; Server computers with bigger PCIe TLP packet size can
increase the throughput by additional 10%
xiB-64 Monochrome and Color models:
Model |
Sensor |
Resolution |
Pixel µm |
ADC bits |
FWC e- |
Sensor Diagonal |
Power Watt |
DR dB |
Frames per sec (1) |
CB013MG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX13HSM |
1280 x 864 1.1 MP |
13.7 |
10 |
20000 |
21.1 mm |
17 W |
60 |
3600+ |
CB013CG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX13HSC |
1280 x 864 1.1 MP |
13.7 |
10 |
20000 |
21.1 mm |
17 W |
60 |
3600+ |
CB019MG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX19HSM |
1920 x 1080 2 MP |
10 |
10 |
15000 |
22 mm |
17 W |
60 |
2200+ |
CB019CG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX19HSC |
1920 x 1080 2 MP |
10 |
10 |
15000 |
22 mm |
17 W |
60 |
2200+ |
CB120MG-CM-X8G3 |
CMOSIS CMV12000 |
4096 x 3072 12 MP |
5.5 |
8, 10, 12 |
13500 |
28 mm |
17 W |
60 |
330, 300, 130 |
CB120CG-CM-X8G3 |
CMOSIS CMV12000 |
4096 x 3072 12 MP |
5.5 |
8, 10, 12 |
13500 |
28 mm |
17 W |
60 |
330, 300, 130 |
CB160MG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX160M |
4704 x 3424 16 MP |
3.9 |
10 |
10000 |
22.6 mm |
17 W |
60 |
300+ |
CB160CG-LX-X8G3 |
LUX160C |
4704 x 3424 16 MP |
3.9 |
10 |
10000 |
22.6 mm |
17 W |
60 |
300+ |
CB262MG-GP-X8G3 |
Gpixel GMAX0505 |
5120 x 5120 26 MP |
2.5 |
10, 12 |
6500 |
18.1 mm |
14 W |
63 |
150, 40 |
CB262CG-GP-X8G3 |
Gpixel GMAX0505 |
5120 x 5120 26 MP |
2.5 |
10, 12 |
6500 |
18.1 mm |
14 W |
63 |
150, 40 |
CB654MG-GP-X8G3 |
Gpixel GMAX3265 |
9344 x 7000 65 MP |
3.2 |
10, 12 |
9200 |
37.4 mm |
17 W |
64 |
71, 31 |
CB654CG-GP-X8G3 |
Gpixel GMAX3265 |
9344 x 7000 65 MP |
3.2 |
10, 12 |
9200 |
37.4 mm |
17 W |
64 |
71, 31 |
(1) Full resolution at RAW 8 bits, 10 bits and 12 bits; Server computers with bigger PCIe TLP packet size can
increase the throughput by additional 10%.
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xiSpec – Hyperspectral Cameras with USB3 Vision
Miniature Hyperspectral camera family
- Smallest Hyperspectral camera – Compact, lightweight with only 26.4 x 26.4 x 31 mm, 32 grams (1)
- Cost efficient – Excellent value and price due to utilization of new technology
- Cool economy – Low power consumption with 1.6 Watt and minimal heat dissipation
- All-around support – USB 3.0 support for Windows, Linux, Mac OSX, ARM
- Powerful potential – Highest spatial and spectral resolution possible with 5Gb/s interface
- Optimized – 2048 parallel, “on-chip” integrated spectroscopes with 100 points
of spectral resolution each
- AIA standard – USB3 Vision standard compliant
- Industry standard interface – Compatible with USB 3.0 SuperSpeed specification
- Fastest – High speed, high frame rate: based on 170fps at 2 Mpix resolution
- Connectivity and Synchronization – Programmable opto-isolated input and output, 3 status LEDs
- Easy deployment – Range of accessories and wide hardware and software integration
- Highly Customizable – Variety of sensor options, which can be further adjusted to match
requirements
- Interoperability increase – Continuous embrace of new software and hardware partners
(1) C-mount version, without lens and mounting bracket
xiSpec Linescan, Snapshot Mosaic and Tiled Sensor models:
Model |
Sensor Type |
Spectral range [nm] |
Spectral Bands |
Scans/Cubes per sec |
Spatial resolution |
MQ022HG-IM-LS150-VISNIR |
Linescan |
470 – 900 1) |
150+ |
up to 850 lines/sec |
2048 x 5 2) |
MQ022HG-IM-SM4X4-VIS |
Snapshot Mosaic |
470 – 630 |
16 |
up to 170 cubes/sec |
512 x 272 (4×4) 3) |
MQ022HG-IM-SM4X4-REDNIR |
Snapshot Mosaic |
600 – 860 |
16 |
up to 170 cubes/sec |
512 x 272 (4×4) 3) |
MQ022HG-IM-SM5X5-NIR |
Snapshot Mosaic |
655 – 975 4)
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25 |
up to 170 cubes/sec |
409 x 217 (5×5) 3) |
Note 1: in 3 nm steps,
Note 2: There is no spatial resolution in case of Linescan sensors. Width is 2048 and 8 or 5 are number of lines.
Note 3: There is no typical value, these are Approximate numbers of pixels. The original sensor resolution can be interpolated.
Note 4: Generation 2 of the sensor. High reproducibility of the results – distances between the peaks are almost equidistant,
position of the peaks differ from sensor to sensor by only +/- 1-2 nm, let’s talk about your requirements
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xiMU – Subminiature USB Cameras 5 Mpix or 18 Mpix
Smallest industrial USB3 camera with 18 Mpix color sensor
- 18 Megapixels
- Mini camera with Ultra small housing (15 x 15 x 13 mm)
- ON Semiconductor AR1820HS Color CMOS sensor
- Low power consumption – around 1 Watt
- GenTL / GenICam supported
- Micro Camera with USB Type-C or Flex ribbon connector
- Able to reach over 20 Fps with USB3
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