1. High-Resolution Digital Pathology and Fluorescence Microscopy
Deployed as a C-mount vision system on laboratory microscopes, this application leverages the camera's 8.39 MP (3856 x 2176) resolution and fine 2.00 µm pixel size to capture heavily magnified biological samples. The high-bandwidth USB 3 interface transmits uncompressed data to host PCs for real-time analysis.
Problem SolvedPathologists frequently experience visual lag and severe image noise when examining live, low-light fluorescent samples. The Sony IMX678 Starvis 2 CMOS sensor drastically improves light sensitivity to reduce noise, while the 5.00 Gbps USB 3 connection delivers a smooth 48.0 fps feed, allowing zero-latency panning across microscopic slides.
Digital PathologyFluorescence Microscopy8.39 MP Resolution2.00 µm Pixel SizeUSB 3 (5.00 Gbps)48.0 fpsSony IMX678 CMOS
2. Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) of Reflective Printed Circuit Boards
Integrated into enclosed PCB manufacturing lines, the camera performs stop-and-snap quality checks. The compact 29 x 29 x 29 mm enclosure easily fits into tight inspection machines, utilizing the sensor's inherent high dynamic range (HDR) to capture dark PCB substrates alongside highly reflective metallic components.
Problem SolvedStandard vision systems suffer from severe glare when inspecting shiny solder joints, leading to false defect flags, while moving inspection lines can cause image skew. Performing stop-and-snap inspections negates the camera's Rolling Shutter artifacts, and the IMX678 sensor resolves extreme lighting contrast, all while maintaining high throughput via the 48.0 fps capability.
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)High Dynamic Range (HDR)Rolling Shutter MitigationStop-and-Snap InspectionIP30 Enclosure29 x 29 x 29 mmPCB Quality Control
3. Eye-in-Hand End-of-Arm Tooling (EoAT) for Robotic Bin Picking
The ultra-compact CP family camera is mounted directly onto the end-effector of an industrial robotic arm. It captures 1/1.8" optical class images of randomly oriented parts inside supply bins, relying on the sensor's advanced sensitivity to accurately map objects despite shadows cast by the deep bin walls.
Problem SolvedDeep bins create dark shadows that disrupt standard 3D/2D object recognition algorithms, and bulky cameras restrict robotic maneuverability. The 29 mm cubic footprint prevents collision, the IP30 rating perfectly suits dry indoor warehouse environments, and the low-light CMOS sensor ensures accurate object localization in poor factory lighting.
Robotic Bin PickingEye-in-Hand VisionEnd-of-Arm Tooling (EoAT)1/1.8" Optical ClassLow-Light Object RecognitionCompact CP Camera FamilyIP30 Rating
