ZDS M2A1920-40GM Miniature Monochrome GigE Area Scan Camera

The ZDS M2A1920-40GM is a high-performance, industrial-grade miniature monochrome GigE area scan camera engineered for precision-driven machine vision and factory automation systems. Featuring a highly sensitive 1/1.2″ CMOS monochrome sensor integrated with advanced Global Shutter technology, this compact camera captures ultra-sharp, distortion-free black-and-white images of fast-moving objects. It delivers a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels at a smooth and reliable frame rate of up to 40 frames per second (FPS).

Designed for seamless drop-in integration into space-constrained environments, the M2A1920-40GM utilizes the industry-standard 29 mm × 29 mm × 31.5 mm cube form factor. Its monochrome sensor design eliminates the Bayer filter, allowing more photons to reach each pixel. Combined with an ultra-low power consumption profile (~2W), this camera offers exceptional thermal efficiency and serves as a highly reliable, cost-effective alternative to legacy European industrial imaging hardware.

Parameter Value
Resolution 1920x1200
Sensor Sony IMX249
BIN -
SUM 960 x 600 40FPS
Minimum ROI Any ROI size
Other Resolution 1920x1080 1080P 44.4FPS
Optical Sensor 1/1.2"
Shutter Technology Global
Pixel Size 5.86um
Max Frame Rate 40FPS
Mono/Color Mono
Resolution 1920x1200
Sensor Size 11.25mmx 7.03mm
SNR 44.4db
Sensibility 0.825V/Lux.S 1/30
Bit Depth 12bit
Trigger Software/Hardware Trigger
Dynamic Range 71db
Spectral 390nm-1050nm
Exposure Time 20us-20s970ms880us
Gain Range Gain:1-100Times - Step Size:0.125Times
Image Format MONO8, MONO16
Photo Support Format RAW BMP JPEG PNG
Power Supply POE or 12V DC
Power Consumption 2.4W, POE  -  1.9W, 12V DC
Interface GigE
Dimention 29mm×29mm×31.5mm
Work Temperature 10°C - 50°C
Weight <45g
Lens Mount C
IP Protection IP30
Compatibility GigE Vision, GenlCam, HALCON, LabView, OpenCV
Certification CE, FCC, RoHS

Key Technical Advantages

  • High-Sensitivity Monochrome Sensor: Lacking a color filter array, this black-and-white camera delivers significantly higher quantum efficiency, sharper edge detection, and superior grayscale fidelity.

  • Distortion-Free Global Shutter: Exposes all pixels simultaneously to eliminate rolling shutter motion artifacts, making it ideal for high-speed inspection and sorting.

  • GigE Vision & GenICam Standard: Provides robust, high-bandwidth data transmission over cost-effective copper cables up to 100 meters without requiring signal repeaters.

  • Advanced Onboard ISP Features: Equipped with Pro-version firmware that supports real-time hardware/software triggering, advanced noise reduction, built-in lossless compression, and multi-ROI (Region of Interest) settings.

  • Exceptional Low-Light Performance: The large 5.86 µm × 5.86 µm pixel size ensures an outstanding signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), rendering perfect contrast even in low-light environments.

  • Broad Software Compatibility: Fully plug-and-play compatible with leading third-party machine vision ecosystems including HALCON, LabVIEW, OpenCV, and MATLAB.

Target Applications

Because monochrome cameras provide higher spatial resolution and light sensitivity than their color counterparts, the ZDS M2A1920-40GM is highly optimized for:

  1. Factory Automation & Metrology: High-precision dimensional measuring, edge detection, and defect inspection on high-speed assembly lines.

  2. Print & Packaging Inspection: Real-time OCR/OCV (Optical Character Recognition/Verification), barcode reading, and print quality alignment.

  3. Semiconductor & PCB QA: Detailed inspection of solder joints, microcomponent verification, and silicon wafer alignment where high contrast is vital.

  4. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): High-speed license plate recognition (ANPR/ALPR) and traffic monitoring under challenging night-time or low-light conditions.