Description
Unlock uncompromised visual clarity with our premium 3.78mm F2.8 12.5MP M12 Wide Angle Lens. Masterfully engineered for 1/2.3” image sensors, this high-performance fixed focal lens features an advanced 8G+IRF (8 All-Glass Elements + IR Filter) optical construction that drastically reduces chromatic aberration. With a sweeping 95° diagonal field of view and a well-controlled TV distortion of less than 2.8%, it bridges the gap between ultra-wide coverage and high-fidelity imaging. Perfectly optimized for drone & UAV lenses applications, action cameras, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), this micro-optical solution delivers crisp, edge-to-edge 12.5-megapixel performance for demanding environments.
Key Features & Product Highlights
- 12.5MP 8G Optical Mastery: Utilizes 8 premium glass elements to deliver pristine 12.5-megapixel clarity, maximizing sensor throughput with minimal light loss.
- 95° Expansive Wide-Angle View: Offers a broad field of view (82°H / 65°V) to capture extensive environmental layouts, significantly reducing camera blind spots.
- Controlled <2.8% Low Distortion: Suppresses standard fisheye warping, ensuring spatial dimensions and lane lines remain geometrically reliable for algorithmic tracking.
- Ruggedized 25.3mm TTL Design: Compact and durable thread construction allows seamless integration into tight, vibrating housings like gimbals and automotive mounts.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Image Format | 1/2.3″ |
| Focal Length | 3.78mm |
| Field of View (F.O.V.) | 95°(D) / 82°(H) / 65°(V) |
| Resolution | 12.5 Megapixel (12.5MP) |
| TV Distortion | <2.8% |
| Aperture | F2.8 |
| Mount Type | M12x0.5 (S-Mount) |
| Iris Type | Fixed |
| Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.) | 0.1m |
| Total Track Length (T.T.L.) | 25.3mm |
| Optical Construction | 8G + IRF (8 Glass Elements + IR Cut Filter) |
This product is certified by RoHS and ISO9001 quality management system, supports third-party testing, and complies with EU and domestic security equipment access standards, ensuring reliable quality and full compliance.
Target Applications & Compatible Devices
This premium M12 wide angle lens is purposefully tailored for dynamic outdoor environments and high-speed moving platforms. It thrives in UAV aerial surveying drones, sports action cameras, dashboard driving recorders, and Automotive Lens safety systems (ADAS). Its 8G all-glass structure provides excellent thermal stability, ensuring the focus never drifts under blistering summer windshield heat or freezing high-altitude flight temperatures, making it a dependable choice for ITS lens highway monitoring and fleet surveillance.
Compatible Device List:
- Sensors: Optimized for 1/2.3″ and 1/2.5″ high-resolution CMOS sensors, and fully backward compatible with 1/3″ sensor modules.
- Hardware Platforms: Integrates smoothly with industrial vehicle DVR systems, drone camera gimbals, and action camera mainboards.
- Systems: Compatible with smart traffic management cameras, high-definition IP CCTV lens housings, and embedded AI dashcams.
- Customization: Tailored anti-reflection (AR) coating upgrades and custom IR-cut configurations are available upon commercial request.
Designed for Drone, UAV, and Automotive Vision applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the benefit of the 8G construction compared to fewer glass elements?
The 8G (8 All-Glass elements) design allows for much better correction of optical aberrations and light scattering. It ensures that the 12.5MP high resolution is sharp not just in the center, but also across the edges of your wide-angle view.
Q2: Does a TV distortion of <2.8% require software correction?
For most CCTV lens surveillance, action cameras, and automotive lens applications, <2.8% distortion is visually excellent and requires no software de-warping. AI processing systems can easily read license plates or map horizons directly.
Q3: Is this 3.78mm lens suitable for day and night security monitoring?
Yes. The lens includes a built-in IR Cut Filter (IRF) which passes visible light and blocks infrared during the day to ensure precise color accuracy. For 24/7 day/night infrastructure, we can customize this model with a dual-filter switcher compatibility.
Q4: How well does this lens handle extreme temperatures in vehicle dashcams?
Unlike cheap plastic optics that warp under heat, our 8G glass construction withstands extreme temperature shifts. This makes it highly stable for automotive dashboards and external drone flights without causing focus blur.
Q5: Can I mount this lens on a standard C-mount or CS-mount camera?
This lens features a native M12x0.5 mount thread (S-mount). To use it on a C-mount or CS-mount industrial camera, you will simply need a mechanical M12-to-CS adapter ring, which is widely available.
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