ZDS M2A1920-40GC Miniature GigE Area Scan Camera
The ZDS M2A1920-40GC is a cutting-edge, industrial-grade miniature GigE area scan camera designed to deliver exceptional performance in demanding machine vision and factory automation environments. Combining a highly sensitive 1/1.2″ CMOS color sensor with advanced Global Shutter technology, this compact imaging powerhouse captures crystal-clear, distortion-free images of fast-moving targets at a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels and a frame rate of up to 40 frames per second (FPS).
Engineered for seamless system integration, the M2A1920-40GC features an industry-standard 29 mm × 29 mm × 31.5 mm cube form factor. Its ultra-compact design allows it to fit effortlessly into tightly constrained spaces without sacrificing thermal efficiency. With a remarkably low power consumption profile (~2W), this camera ensures long-term operational stability and acts as an ideal, cost-effective drop-in replacement for legacy European industrial cameras.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920x1200 |
| Sensor | Sony IMX249 |
| BIN | - |
| SUM | - |
| 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 | Color |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 |
| Sensor Size | 11.25mmx 7.03mm |
| SNR | 41/9db |
| Sensibility | 1.016V/Lux.S 1/30S |
| Bit Depth | 12bit |
| Trigger | Software/Hardware Trigger |
| Dynamic Range | 71db |
| Spectral | 390nm-650nm |
| Exposure Time | 20us-20s970ms880us |
| Gain Range | Gain：1-100Times - Step Size：0.125Times |
| Image Format | BayerGB8, BayerGB12 |
| Photo Support Format | RAW BMP JPEG PNG |
| Power Supply | POE or 12V DC |
| Power Consumption | 2.3W, 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-Speed Global Shutter: Eliminates motion blur and rolling shutter artifacts, making it perfect for high-speed inspection and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
GigE Vision & GenICam Compliant: Supports reliable, high-bandwidth data transmission over cable lengths up to 100 meters without requiring signal repeaters.
Advanced Onboard ISP: Packed with powerful Pro-version firmware features, including real-time noise reduction, built-in lossless compression, hardware/software triggers, and custom color correction matrices.
Universal Compatibility: Plug-and-play integration with leading third-party machine vision software environments such as HALCON, LabVIEW, OpenCV, and MATLAB.
Superior Low-Light Performance: The large 5.86 µm × 5.86 µm pixel size ensures high quantum efficiency and an outstanding signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) under challenging lighting conditions.
Target Applications
Thanks to its rugged build and superior imaging capabilities, the ZDS M2A1920-40GC is highly optimized for a diverse range of industrial sectors:
Factory Automation & Quality Control: High-speed surface inspection, defect detection, and pick-and-place precision alignment.
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR/ALPR), speed enforcement, and open-road tolling.
Electronics & Semiconductor Inspection: High-resolution PCB inspection, solder joint analysis, and component verification.
Medical & Life Sciences: High-fidelity color imaging for laboratory automation, microscopy, and biomedical analysis.