Microscopy Cameras/Microscope Cameras
E3CMOS01200KPA
E3CMOS01200KPA Microscopy Cameras/Microscope Cameras with IMX224 (C) sensor, 1.2M (1280×960) for professional imaging.
- Sensor
- IMX224 (C)
- Resolution
- 1.2M (1280×960)
- Pixel Size
- 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm
- Frame Rate
- 60 fps @ 1280×960; 120 fps @ 640×480
- Interface
- USB3.0
Specifications
E3CMOS01200KPA
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The E3CMOS01200KPA is a microscopy camera in the E3CMOS series, built around a IMX224 (C) sensor, 1.2M (1280×960) resolution, 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm pixels, frame rates up to 60 fps @ 1280×960; 120 fps @ 640×480, a USB3.0 interface. It suits microscopy cameras/microscope cameras where reliable imaging performance and interface compatibility matter.
Key Parameters
| Model | E3CMOS01200KPA |
|---|---|
| Sensor | IMX224 (C) |
| Effective Pixels / Resolution | 1.2M (1280×960) |
| Frame Rate (Full Resolution) | 60 fps @ 1280×960; 120 fps @ 640×480 |
| Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
| Color Type | Color |
Imaging Performance
| Pixel Size | 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | 4.80 mm × 3.60 mm |
| Diagonal | 1/2.5" (6.00 mm) |
| Dynamic Range | Available on request |
| Bit Depth | 8/12-bit |
| Sensitivity | 2040 mV with 1/30s; 0.15 mV with 1/30s |
Interface & Mechanical
| Data Interface | USB3.0 |
|---|---|
| GPIO | Available on request |
| Lens Mount | C-mount |
| Dimensions | Available on request |
| Weight | Available on request |
| Power Supply | USB3.0 interface power |
Environment & Certification
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | 10 °C ~ +50 °C / 30%~80%RH |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature / Humidity | 20 °C ~ +60 °C / 10%~60%RH |
| Operating System | Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, TWAIN, etc.) |
| Certification | CE, FCC |
System integration
Integration and compatibility
Use these checks to connect E3CMOS01200KPA to the surrounding optical, mechanical and control system. Every value shown is taken from this model's own specification record.
- Lens and microscope interface
- Lens Mount: C-mount
- Use a lens image circle that covers the sensor and check flange distance before adding C/CS, F-mount or M42 adapters.
- Sensor and sampling
- Sensor: IMX224 (C) · Resolution: 1.2M (1280×960)
- Match pixel pitch to the diffraction-limited spot the optics deliver. Sampling finer than the optics resolve multiplies data volume without adding information; sampling coarser discards resolution you have paid for.
- Interface and data rate
- Frame Rate: 60 fps @ 1280×960; 120 fps @ 640×480 · Interface: USB3.0
- Confirm the host can sustain the interface bandwidth continuously, not in burst. A camera that outruns the write path stalls acquisition rather than dropping quietly to a lower rate.
- Hardware synchronization
- GPIO: Available on request
- Confirm edge polarity, pulse-width limits and whether each line is opto-isolated before connecting TTL or GPIO signals. A software exposure command is not equivalent to a hardware trigger.
- Cooling and noise floor
- Dynamic Range: Available on request
- Judge these figures at the exposure time you will actually use. Cooling matters where dark current accumulates over seconds; read noise dominates short exposures where it never does.
Technical FAQ
Integration questions for E3CMOS01200KPA
What lens mount is required for the E3CMOS01200KPA?
Lens Mount: C-mount. Use a lens image circle that covers the sensor and check flange distance before adding C/CS, F-mount or M42 adapters.
What sensor and pixel pitch does the E3CMOS01200KPA use?
Sensor: IMX224 (C) · Resolution: 1.2M (1280×960). Match pixel pitch to the diffraction-limited spot the optics deliver. Sampling finer than the optics resolve multiplies data volume without adding information; sampling coarser discards resolution you have paid for.
How does the E3CMOS01200KPA connect to the acquisition computer?
Frame Rate: 60 fps @ 1280×960; 120 fps @ 640×480 · Interface: USB3.0. Confirm the host can sustain the interface bandwidth continuously, not in burst. A camera that outruns the write path stalls acquisition rather than dropping quietly to a lower rate.
Does the E3CMOS01200KPA support hardware triggering?
GPIO: Available on request. Confirm edge polarity, pulse-width limits and whether each line is opto-isolated before connecting TTL or GPIO signals. A software exposure command is not equivalent to a hardware trigger.
What is the noise performance of the E3CMOS01200KPA?
Dynamic Range: Available on request. Judge these figures at the exposure time you will actually use. Cooling matters where dark current accumulates over seconds; read noise dominates short exposures where it never does.
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Model selection
Nearby series comparison
Compare E3CMOS01200KPA with the closest available models in the E3CMOS family.
| Selection parameter | E3CMOS01200KPA (current) | E3CMOS00400KPA | E3CMOS01500KMA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | IMX224 (C) | IMX287 (C,GS) | IMX273 (M,GS) |
| Resolution | 1.2M (1280×960) | 0.4M (720×540) | 1.5M (1440×1080) |
| Sensor size | 4.80 mm × 3.60 mm | 4.97 mm × 3.73 mm | 4.968 mm × 3.726 mm |
| Pixel size / frame rate | 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm | 6.9 µm × 6.9 µm | 3.45 µm × 3.45 µm |
Other cameras on the IMX224 sensor
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