Automotive Lens – S05012607016F69

S05012607016F69 is Low Distortion Wide-angle M12-mount automotive lens with Built-In IR Filter, 90° IP67/IP69K waterproof rating, for surveillance/industrial applications.

5.0mm M12 Automotive Lens

This 5.0mm M12 low distortion automotive lens combines a 90° diagonal field of view with less than 5.9% TV distortion, providing broad scene coverage while maintaining controlled image geometry. With an F1.6 aperture, M12x0.5 mount, and IP67/IP69K protection, it is designed for automotive cameras, outdoor monitoring, and compact embedded vision systems.

For additional compact optical configurations, explore the M12 Lens product range.

M12 Automotive Lens Core Highlights

• 90° diagonal FOV — provides wide scene coverage while retaining controlled image geometry.
• <5.9% TV distortion — helps reduce geometric deformation compared with strongly distorted wide-angle optics.
• F1.6 aperture — provides strong light-gathering capability for changing lighting conditions.
• IP67 / IP69K protection — suitable for automotive and demanding outdoor environments.
• M12x0.5 compact mount — supports integration into compact camera modules and embedded imaging systems.

5.0mm M12 Automotive Lens Applications

Automotive Camera Systems

The combination of 5.0mm focal length, 90° diagonal FOV, <5.9% TV distortion, F1.6 aperture, and IP67/IP69K protection makes this lens suitable for automotive camera systems that require wide coverage without excessive geometric distortion.

Potential applications include:

• Parking cameras
• Side-view cameras
• Rear-view auxiliary cameras
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Vehicle exterior monitoring
• Compact ADAS cameras
• Vehicle-mounted vision systems

Compared with highly distorted fisheye optics, the controlled distortion of this lens can be useful where object geometry and scene structure need to remain relatively natural.

For automotive perception applications, see the ADAS Vision solution.

Low-Distortion Wide-Angle Imaging

The lens combines a 90° diagonal field of view with <5.9% TV distortion, making it suitable for applications requiring both broad coverage and relatively controlled image geometry.

Potential applications include:

• Camera-based measurement
• Compact inspection systems
• Robotics vision
• Embedded machine vision
• Industrial monitoring
• Smart camera modules

The optical design can reduce the need for aggressive geometric correction compared with strongly distorted ultra-wide lenses.

For industrial applications, the Machine Vision solution provides additional information about lens selection and camera integration.

Outdoor and Harsh-Environment Monitoring

With both IP67 and IP69K protection, this lens is designed for environments where the camera may encounter dust, water, spray, or demanding cleaning conditions.

Suitable applications include:

• Outdoor security cameras
• Industrial equipment cameras
• Agricultural machinery
• Construction equipment
• Commercial vehicle cameras
• Smart infrastructure monitoring

The environmental protection makes the lens suitable for applications where conventional indoor camera lenses may not provide sufficient protection.

For security-related systems, see the Smart Security solution.

Designed for automotive, outdoor monitoring, embedded vision, and industrial camera applications requiring wide coverage, low distortion, and high environmental protection.

Compact Embedded Vision

The M12x0.5 mount, 22.39mm TTL, and 0.2m MOD make the lens suitable for compact camera assemblies where mechanical size and optical coverage must be balanced.

Compatible systems may include:

• M12 camera modules
• Embedded CMOS cameras
• Compact industrial cameras
• Robotics cameras
• Mobile vision modules
• Vehicle-mounted camera systems

When matching the lens to a camera sensor, the Sensor Guide can help verify sensor format and optical compatibility.

Optical Design and Distortion Performance

The 6G + IRCF construction provides a multi-element optical configuration for the 5.0mm wide-angle design.

Its <5.9% TV distortion is one of the key characteristics of this lens. It provides significantly more controlled geometric distortion than fisheye-type optics, making it more suitable for applications where straight lines and object proportions need to be preserved.

For more information about distortion types and their impact on imaging, see the Distortion Guide.

The included IRCF is an IR Cut Filter and should not be interpreted as an IR-corrected optical design.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What type of lens is this 5.0mm M12 lens?
A: It is a fixed-focal, low-distortion wide-angle M12 lens designed for 1/2.6″ imaging sensors and compact camera systems.

Q2: What is the field of view of this lens?
A: The specified FOV is 90° diagonal, 70° horizontal, and 45° vertical.

Q3: Is this lens a fisheye lens?
A: No. Although it provides a 90° diagonal field of view, its TV distortion is less than 5.9%, making it a low-distortion wide-angle design rather than a fisheye lens.

Q4: Is this lens suitable for automotive cameras?
A: Yes. Its IP67/IP69K protection, wide FOV, low distortion, F1.6 aperture, and compact M12 mount make it suitable for various automotive imaging applications.

Q5: What is the advantage of <5.9% TV distortion?
A: Low TV distortion helps maintain more accurate image geometry, reducing the curvature of straight lines and making the lens more suitable for applications where scene structure matters.

Q6: What does the IP67/IP69K rating mean?
A: These ratings provide strong protection against dust and water. IP69K additionally supports demanding high-pressure, high-temperature water-jet environments.

Q7: Does IRCF mean the lens is IR corrected?
A: No. IRCF means an IR Cut Filter is included. IR correction refers to a different optical design intended to compensate for wavelength-dependent focus shifts.

Q8: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The specified minimum object distance is 0.2 meters, allowing the lens to capture relatively close subjects while maintaining its wide field of view.

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