The Edmund Scientific Vision Lens with Panasonic GP-KR222 is an integrated imaging solution combining a precision C-mount or CS-mount compatible lens with a 1/2″ interline transfer CCD camera. This system delivers 380,000 effective pixels and 480-line horizontal resolution, making it suitable for microscopy, inspection, and scientific visualization tasks requiring high optical performance and accurate video capture.
Technical Specifications
Camera Sensor
• 1/2″ interline transfer CCD with microlens on each pixel
• 768 (H) × 494 (V) total pixels; 380,000 effective pixels
• Horizontal resolution: 480 lines
• Sensitivity: 3 lux at F1.4
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB minimum (luminance S/N, AGC off)
Image Processing & Control
• Second-generation DSP chip for enhanced picture quality
• Advanced digital RGB signal processing for color reproduction
• Auto Tracing White Balance (ATW) and Auto White Control (AWC) with adjustable R/B level
• Electronic Light Control (ELC) equivalent to variable shutter speeds from 1/60 s to 1/15700 s
• Backlight Compensation (BLC)
• Selectable aperture level: SOFT (off) or SHARP (on)
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC) selectable on/off, approximately 14 dB
Video Output & Power
• NTSC composite video output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
• Y/C (S-Video) output
• Power requirement: 12 V DC, approximately 300 mA consumption
Lens Compatibility
• C-mount or CS-mount selectable
• Broadband Anti-Reflection Coating (425–675 nm BBAR)
• Locking focus and iris rings for stable adjustments
– Key Features
• Dual video output options (composite and S-Video)
• Low-light capability at 3 lux F1.4 sensitivity
• Variable electronic shutter spanning 1/60 s to 1/15700 s for extreme lighting conditions
• Microlens-enhanced CCD for improved light collection
• Selectable gain and white balance control for precise image tuning
– Typical Applications
Microscopy, quality inspection, scientific documentation, industrial machine vision, and detailed analysis in laboratory and manufacturing environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Mounts standard C-mount or CS-mount optics. Delivers NTSC composite video and S-Video outputs for connection to legacy and modern capture systems. 12 V DC powered, drawing minimal current for field and bench deployment.
