The Sony XC-ST50 is a compact black-and-white video camera module engineered for integration into industrial machine vision and imaging systems. Built around a 1/2-inch IT CCD sensor with HAD technology, it delivers 768 (H) × 494 (V) effective pixels in EIA format with exceptional sensitivity of 0.3 lx (F1.4) and a 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio. The camera provides flexible electronic shutter control from 1/100 to 1/10,000 s, variable gain adjustment up to 18 dB, and selectable frame/field exposure modes. An external trigger shutter function allows speed specification via external trigger pulse width or rear panel switch configuration. The module supports both internal and external synchronization via HD/VD and VS signals, with frame/field selection and restart/reset functionality controlled through DIP switches. Housed in a compact 44 (W) × 29 (H) × 57.5 (D) mm package weighing approximately 110 g, the XC-ST50 features a C-mount lens interface compatible with commercial and Sony standard lenses. Video output connects via BNC, while system control and power integrate through a 12-pin multi-connector with available cable lengths of 2 m, 5 m, 10 m, and 25 m. High-precision screw holes on the lens mount surface enable secure integration and tripod adaptation.
Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
• Type: 1/2-inch IT CCD with HAD technology
• Effective pixels: 768 (H) × 494 (V)
Video Output
• Format: EIA
• Output type: Mono (Black-and-White)
• Interlace: 2:1 Interlaced, Non-Interlaced (during external sync input)
Performance
• Sensitivity: 0.3 lx (F1.4)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 60 dB
• Gain control: Variable 0–18 dB or fixed 0 dB
Shutter
• Electronic shutter speed: 1/100 to 1/10,000 s
• Flexible trigger shutter with external pulse width specification
• Frame/field exposure selectable via DIP switch
• Restart/reset function available
Synchronization
• Internal or external (HD/VD, VS signals)
• HD/VD signal input enables arbitrary image capture and exposure control
– Key Features
• Manual rear panel switches for direct control access
• DIP switch configuration for shutter mode, synchronization, and restart selection
• High shock and vibration tolerance for challenging environments
– Typical Applications
• Machine vision inspection systems
• Industrial imaging and measurement
• Low-light surveillance and monitoring
– Compatibility & Integration
Lens Mount: C-mount (commercial and Sony standard lenses)
Video Output: BNC connector
System Interface: 12-pin multi-connector with cable options: CCXC-12P02N (2 m), CCXC-12P05N (5 m), CCXC-12P10N (10 m), CCXC-12P25N (25 m)
Dimensions: 44 (W) × 29 (H) × 57.5 (D) mm
Weight: Approximately 110 g
