Description
16MP 3.1mm M12 Ultra-HD Wide Angle Lens
Capture every detail with ultimate panoramic precision using this flagship 16MP 3.1mm M12 wide angle lens. Tailored for 1/2.3″ large-format image sensors, it boasts an extraordinary 16-Megapixel resolution designed to unlock the full potential of high-definition 4K vision systems. Featuring a bright F1.8 aperture and a professional-grade 6G+IR cut filter construction, it guarantees outstanding light intake and edge-to-edge clarity while keeping optical distortion controlled under -39%. It is the ultimate M12 fixed focal lens for premium industrial automation, professional drones, sports action cameras, and wide-area security installations.
Key Product Highlights
- 16MP Cinematic Clarity: Engineered for next-generation 16-Megapixel sensors, delivering crystal-clear images, razor-sharp details, and flawless texture rendering.
- 152° Ultra-Wide Panoramic FOV: Provides a sweeping 152° diagonal perspective, maximizing coverage and eliminating blind spots in a single, compact optical frame.
- F1.8 Large Aperture Performance: The ultra-fast F1.8 aperture significantly increases light throughput, maintaining bright and noise-free imaging in low-light environments.
- Integrated IR Cut Filter (6G+IRCF): Built with 6 premium glass elements and an integrated IR-cut filter to eliminate color casting and ghosting for accurate daytime color reproduction.
- 0.2m Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.): Supports close-range macro positioning up to 20cm, ensuring precise focus and high resolution even on nearby targets.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Image Format | 1/2.3″ (Supports large-format sensors) |
| Focal Length | 3.1 mm |
| Aperture | F1.8 |
| Resolution | 16 Megapixel (16 MP) |
| Field of View (F.O.V.) | 152° (D) / 117° (H) / 86° (V) |
| Mount Type | M12 x 0.5 mm |
| Optical Distortion | < -39% |
| Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.) | 0.2 m |
| Total Track Length (T.T.L.) | 23.8 mm |
| Lens Components | 6G + IR cut filter (6 Glass Elements + Integrated Infrared Filter) |
| Iris Type | Fixed |
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.
Applications & Compatible Devices
Core Application Scenes
This 16MP M12 drone & UAV lens is expertly engineered for high-end professional sports action cameras, specialized 360° VR stitching arrays, and high-precision electronic manufacturing inspection. Its massive 16MP resolution and wide-angle capabilities make it ideal for automotive surround-view systems (AVM), inside-cabin driver monitoring systems (DMS), and advanced ADAS safety cameras. In industrial robotics, its quick 0.2m M.O.D. enables precise visual guidance for picking and placing small components, while in smart cities, it acts as a high-density panoramic machine vision lens replacing multiple narrow-angle cameras.
Compatible Device List
- Sensors: Fully optimized for large 1/2.3″, 1/2.5″, and 1/2.7″ CMOS sensors (e.g., Sony IMX series, high-resolution Onsemi and OmniVision sensors).
- Hardware Platforms: Seamlessly integrates with M12 embedded vision boards, Raspberry Pi/Arduino camera setups, Jetson Nano edge AI nodes, and aerial imaging gear.
- Security & Smart Home: Fits high-end panoramic IP cameras, smart video doorbells, building access control arrays, and biometric facial recognition systems.
- Customization Services: We offer custom variations including tailored anti-reflective (AR) coatings, specialized bandpass filters, or metal mechanical housing configurations.
Designed for high-resolution panoramic surveillance and drone photography applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the benefit of the F1.8 aperture on this M12 lens?
- A: An F1.8 aperture allows significantly more light to reach the sensor compared to standard F2.8 or F4.0 lenses. This ensures your camera captures vivid colors and sharp details even in dim or overcast outdoor environments.
- Q: Is the IR cut filter permanently installed inside the lens?
- A: Yes, the lens features a 6G+IR cut filter structure. The built-in IR filter blocks infrared light to prevent color distortion during daytime shooting, delivering natural and realistic image results.
- Q: Will a <-39% distortion warp my image excessively?
- A: A distortion of <-39% is exceptionally low for an ultra-wide lens with a 152° field of view. It provides a balanced wide-angle immersive effect, and any remaining barrel curving can be effortlessly corrected via back-end software de-warping algorithms if perfectly straight lines are required.
- Q: Does this lens experience focus drift under changing extreme temperatures?
- A: No. Thanks to the 6G all-glass design, the premium optical elements resist structural expanding or contracting, ensuring a highly stable and sharp focus from freezing sub-zero environments up to hot industrial workspaces.
- Q: Can I use this 1/2.3″ format lens on smaller 1/3″ sensors?
- A: Yes, it is fully backward-compatible with 1/2.7″ and 1/3″ sensors. However, please note that a smaller sensor will naturally crop the image, narrowing the effective field of view (FOV) accordingly.
