This is designed for low-light applications, and performs perticularly well for low-light qualitative-analysis. The monochrome 720x540 image-sensor provides an astonishing 7469mV photoelectric-conversion (1/30s, f/5.6), with a maximum 520fps framerate under ideal conditions for highly-responsive realtime video. The camera accels in fluorescence and dark-field applications, as well as applications involving photosensitive subjects. Due to the extreme sensitivity, this camera is not intended for high-output brightfield illumination.
Using a 1/3-inch format sensor, this camera is best-used with a 1/3X reduction lens or 1/3X C-mount photo-ports. A 0.37X reduction lens for 23mm ports is included, along with 30mm and 30.5mm adapters.
With software available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, this camera package is a multi-platform imaging solution. The included Windows software offers image-development and measurement tools, as well as advanced compositing features such as image-stitching and extended-depth-of-focus. With the ability to calibrate scales at multiple magnifications, the software can be used for multi-level inspection. Independent preview and capture resolutions allow you to view high-speed video while simultaneously capturing high-definition images. For Mac and Linux, there is a lite version of the software which can capture video and still images, and includes limited processing features.
Sensor:
Sensor: Sony IMX287 (monochrome)
Sensor Type: CMOS
Transfer Method: Global Shutter
Binning: 1x1
Sensor Size:1/3" class; 4.94mm x 3.73mm; 6.19mm diagonal
Pixels: 0.4M
Pixel Size: 6.9µm x 6.9µm
Sensitivity: 7469mV (f5.6) @ 1/30s, 3660mV (f8) @1/30s
Sensitivity
 |  | Sensitivity: Extreme (7469mV) |
The sensor's sensitivity is measured by the amount of photonic energy it is able to convert into electric potential during exposure. Using a standard of 1/30th of a second, this sensor can produce up to 7469mV measured with a lens with f/5.6 aperture. Higher efficiency in light-gathering and conversion means that less light is needed to produce a viable image. |
Camera:
Spectral Range (IR Cut Filter): 380nm - 650nm
Frame Rate(s) (Maximum): 520 @ 720x540
Exposure Time: 0.244ms to 15s
Connectivity: USB 3.0
Lens-mount: C-mount
Compensating Lens (Recommended): 0.3X
Power: 5V over USB
Compatibility: Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OSX, Linux
Software:
OS Requirements: Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+
Hardware Requirements: Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 2GB RAM, USB3.0 port for maximum speed
Features:
Windows Version
-Live video preview
-Captures still images and video
-Time-lapse capture
-Exposure and white-balance controls
-Dark-field correction
-Digital binning
-Image processing
-Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
-Segmentation and counting tools
-Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
-Fluorescence color-mapping
Mac/Linux Versions
-Live video preview
-Captures still images and video
-Exposure and white-balance controls
Contents:
One 0.4MP USB3.0 digital camera
One 0.37X reduction lens
One 6' (1.8m) USB cable
One CD with software and instructions