High image quality delivered in a small-sized sensor camera

IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH has integrated the Sony IMX900 sensor into selected models of the compact USB3 uEye XCP, XLS and GigE uEye LE series. The company is expanding its portfolio with cost-efficient industrial cameras that produce pin-sharp images even in confined installation situations.

As part of the Sony Pregius S series, the IMX900 offers an exceptional combination of high resolution, compact pixel size, and excellent image quality. The 2.25µm miniature pixels of the compact global shutter sensor, with a resolution of 3.2MP (2048 x 1536 pixels), deliver brilliant results, even with fast-moving objects, making it perfect for demanding automation and inspection tasks. Another highlight of the sensor is its excellent sensitivity in the near-infrared range at 850nm. This makes it an excellent choice for applications that utilise infrared lighting, such as product inspection, driverless transport systems, or autonomous mobile robots. At the same time, the increased light sensitivity in the red spectral range ensures that even fine details, such as barcodes, are reliably recognised, even in challenging lighting conditions.

The company is also focusing on efficiency in the design of the new industrial cameras: Thanks to their compact size, they are particularly suited for applications with limited space but the highest demands on image quality. "By integrating the IMX900, we have created a perfect combination of compact design, high-performance sensor technology and an attractive price structure," explains Marcus Rembold, product owner 2D Cameras at IDS. "This opens up new possibilities for our customers to realise high-quality image processing solutions even where space or budget were previously limiting factors."

The option of flexible lens selection, with support for C-mount and space-saving, cost-efficient S-mount lenses, supplies further customisation options.