Automotive Lens – S0301231222468

S0301231222468 is 12.3-Megapixel ultra wide angle M12 lens with 153° diagonal FOV for 1/2.3″ sensors, F2.4 IP68 Waterproof Automotive Lens.

3.0mm M12 12.3MP Automotive Lens

This 3.0mm M12 Automotive lens is designed for the 1/2.3-inch 12.3MP Sony IMX577 sensor, delivering an ultra-wide 153° diagonal field of view with high-resolution imaging. With an F2.4 aperture, 15.9mm T.T.L., 0.1m M.O.D., and IP68 protection, it is designed for automotive, surround-view, outdoor monitoring, and wide-area vision applications.

M12 Automotive Lens Core Highlights

• 12.3MP high-resolution imaging: Designed for the 1/2.3-inch IMX577 sensor.
• 153° ultra-wide FOV: Captures an extensive scene with 122° horizontal and 91° vertical coverage.
• 3.0mm wide angle optical design: Provides broad visual coverage for surround-view and wide-area imaging.
• Compact M12 configuration: 15.9mm T.T.L. and M12x0.5 mounting support compact camera integration.
• IP68 protection: Suitable for automotive and outdoor systems requiring strong environmental protection.

3.0mm M12 Automotive Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

The combination of 12.3MP resolution, 3.0mm focal length, and 153° diagonal FOV makes this lens suitable for applications where high image detail and extremely broad scene coverage are required at the same time.

Typical applications include:

• Automotive surround-view cameras: The 153° diagonal FOV can capture a broad area around a vehicle and help reduce blind zones.
• Vehicle-mounted monitoring: The 122° horizontal FOV provides extensive lateral scene coverage.
• Outdoor intelligent monitoring: IP68 protection supports camera systems operating in demanding outdoor environments.
• Wide-area security imaging: The wide angle design allows a large scene to be captured from a single camera position.
• Embedded AI vision: The 12.3MP IMX577 platform provides high-resolution image data for object detection and scene analysis.
• Robotics and mobile vision: The broad FOV can support environmental perception and near-field awareness.
• Panoramic imaging: The extreme wide-angle optical configuration is suitable for applications requiring broad spatial coverage.

Designed for automotive surround vision, outdoor monitoring, panoramic imaging, robotics vision, and high-resolution AI vision applications.

For compact camera integration, see TOWIN’s M12 Lens Solutions. For similar extreme wide-angle optics, explore the Wide Angle Lens category.

Compatible Device List

• 1/2.3-inch Sony IMX577 camera modules — matched to the specified 12.3MP sensor.
• Automotive surround-view cameras — IP68 protection supports demanding vehicle-mounted environments.
• Outdoor AI cameras — wide FOV provides extensive visual information for intelligent analysis.
• Panoramic monitoring systems — broad scene coverage can reduce blind areas.
• Robotics vision modules — wide-angle imaging supports environmental awareness.
• Embedded M12 camera modules — compact mounting supports integration into space-constrained systems.

Ultra-Wide Optical Performance

The defining feature of this lens is its 153° diagonal field of view when paired with the 1/2.3-inch IMX577 sensor. The corresponding horizontal and vertical FOVs are approximately 122° and 91°.

The specified < -69% distortion is a characteristic of the wide angle optical configuration. It should not be interpreted as a low-distortion specification. Instead, the strong optical distortion enables the lens to capture an exceptionally large scene within a compact image format.

This makes the lens suitable for applications where maximum visual coverage and situational awareness are more important than maintaining rectilinear image geometry.

For applications requiring accurate geometric representation, TOWIN’s Low Distortion Lens category provides alternative optical configurations.

Compact Mechanical Design

The lens uses a 3.0mm focal length, M12x0.5 mount, and 15.9mm T.T.L., making it suitable for compact embedded camera assemblies.

The 0.1m minimum object distance also allows the lens to capture relatively close scenes, which can be useful for vehicle surround vision, robotics, and near-field monitoring.

The Φ8.3mm maximum image circle supports the specified 1/2.3-inch IMX577 configuration.

Environmental Protection

The lens features an IP68 waterproof rating, making it suitable for applications requiring strong resistance to dust and water.

Potential applications include:

• Automotive camera modules
• Vehicle surround-view systems
• Outdoor intelligent cameras
• Smart transportation equipment
• Robotics platforms
• Industrial outdoor vision systems

For complete system protection, the camera housing, connector, cable, sealing structure, and installation configuration should also be evaluated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What sensor is this 3.0mm lens designed for?
A: It is designed for the 1/2.3-inch Sony IMX577 sensor with 12.3MP resolution.

Q2: What is the field of view of the 3.0mm M12 lens?
A: With the IMX577 sensor, it provides approximately 153° diagonal, 122° horizontal, and 91° vertical FOV.

Q3: Is this a wide angle lens?
A: Yes. The combination of 153° diagonal FOV and < -69% distortion is characteristic of an extreme wide-angle optical configuration.

Q4: Is this a low distortion lens?
A: No. The distortion is specified below -69%. This strong distortion is associated with the wide angle design and extremely wide field of view.

Q5: What is the advantage of using the IMX577 sensor with this lens?
A: The 12.3MP IMX577 provides high-resolution image data, allowing the system to capture a broad scene while retaining substantial image detail for recognition and analysis.

Q6: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.1m, allowing relatively close-range wide-area imaging.

Q7: Is this lens suitable for automotive applications?
A: Yes. Its IP68 waterproof construction makes it suitable for automotive surround-view and other outdoor vision systems.

Q8: What mount does this lens use?
A: It uses an M12x0.5 mount, making it suitable for compact camera modules designed around the M12 interface.

Recommended Related Resources

For understanding sensor formats and selecting an appropriate lens for an image sensor, see TOWIN’s Sensor Guide; For information about wide angle distortion and optical characteristics, refer to the Distortion Guide; For comparing focal length and field of view, use the FOV Calculator.

For compact M12 optical solutions, explore the M12 Lenses product range; For customized lens development, sensor matching, and mechanical integration, contact TOWIN Lens.

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