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:
Factory Automation & Metrology: High-precision dimensional measuring, edge detection, and defect inspection on high-speed assembly lines.
Print & Packaging Inspection: Real-time OCR/OCV (Optical Character Recognition/Verification), barcode reading, and print quality alignment.
Semiconductor & PCB QA: Detailed inspection of solder joints, microcomponent verification, and silicon wafer alignment where high contrast is vital.
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): High-speed license plate recognition (ANPR/ALPR) and traffic monitoring under challenging night-time or low-light conditions.