The Sony XC-ES50CE is a compact monochrome CCD camera module engineered for industrial machine vision and scientific imaging. Built around a 1/2-inch Interline Transfer CCD sensor with HAD technology, it delivers 752 × 582 effective pixels and 560 TV lines horizontal resolution. The 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio ensures clean image capture across demanding inspection workflows.
Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
• 1/2-inch Interline Transfer CCD, 752 (H) × 582 (V) effective pixels
• Cell size: 8.6 (H) × 8.3 (V) µm
• Standard visible light spectral sensitivity
Imaging Performance
• Horizontal resolution: 560 TV lines
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 60 dB
• Sensitivity: 400 lx at F5.6 (Gamma ON, MIN Gain)
• Minimum illumination: 0.3 lx (F1.4, Gamma ON, MAX Gain)
Shutter & Timing
• 2:1 interlaced scanning system
• Electronic shutter: 1/120 to 1/10,000 seconds (normal mode); 1/4 to 1/8,000 seconds (external trigger)
• Restart Reset function for single-frame capture at arbitrary timing
• Internal/external synchronization with auto-selection; jitter less than ±50 nsec
• Vertical driving frequency: 15.625 kHz (CCIR); external sync ±1% tolerance
Power & Electrical
• DC +12 V (9 to 16 V operating range)
• Power consumption: 1.6 W
• Video output: 1.0 Vp-p negative, 75 Ω unbalanced
Mechanical & Environmental
• C-mount lens interface, 17.526 mm flange back
• Dimensions: 29 (W) × 29 (H) × 32 (D) mm; weight approximately 50 g
• Vibration resistance: 10 G (20–200 Hz); shock resistance: 70 G
• Operating temperature: −5°C to +45°C (recommended 0°C to 35°C)
• Operating humidity: 20–80% RH non-condensing
– Key Features
• Selectable gain control (AGC/Manual) and gamma correction for image optimization
• Compact 29 mm footprint enables integration into space-constrained systems
• External trigger capability with adjustable pulse-width control
• Dual synchronization modes support both free-running and gated acquisition
– Typical Applications
• Machine vision and automated optical inspection
• Document scanning and archival imaging
• Industrial process monitoring
• Scientific research requiring monochrome acquisition
– Compatibility & Integration
• 12-pin Hirose connector consolidates DC power, sync signals, and video output
• Standard C-mount allows use with off-the-shelf optics
• Low power envelope (1.6 W) suitable for embedded and portable systems
