Low Distortion Lens – CCL14035MP

CCL14035MP Low distortion wide angle 3.5mm 55° M12 mount lens 1/4″ HD 5MP rectilinear scanning

1/4″ 5MP 3.5mm M12 Low Distortion Wide Angle Lens

This 1/4″ 5MP M12 lens features a 3.5mm fixed focal length, 65° diagonal field of view, and less than 0.4% distortion for compact imaging systems that require both wide scene coverage and accurate image geometry. With a fixed F3.0 aperture and M12x0.5 mount, the lens provides a simple optical configuration for embedded camera integration.

Its Φ14 × 15.79mm compact design and 19mm total track length make this M12 low distortion lens well suited to space-constrained camera modules, smart monitoring devices, embedded vision equipment, and compact imaging systems. Compared with conventional wide-angle optics, the <0.4% distortion specification helps reduce geometric deformation across the captured image.

For more compact M12 optical solutions, see the TOWIN M12 Lenses portfolio.

Product Core Highlights

• 5MP resolution: Designed for compact imaging systems requiring detailed image capture.
• 3.5mm fixed focal length: Provides a moderately wide viewing perspective for compact camera applications.
• <0.4% low distortion: Helps preserve object geometry and reduce visible image deformation.
• 65° diagonal FOV: Provides useful scene coverage without an extreme fisheye perspective.
• Compact optical package: Φ14 × 15.79mm dimensions support space-constrained camera designs.
• M12x0.5 mount: Enables straightforward integration into compact embedded camera platforms.

Low Distortion Lens Applications

Low-Distortion Smart Monitoring Cameras

The combination of 5MP resolution and <0.4% distortion makes this lens particularly suitable for smart monitoring cameras where image geometry matters as much as scene coverage. The 55° horizontal FOV provides practical coverage for indoor monitoring areas, equipment zones, entrances, and other relatively close-to-medium-range scenes.

Embedded Vision Systems

The lens is designed around a very compact Φ14 × 15.79mm optical package, making it suitable for embedded vision equipment where available installation space is limited.

For systems requiring accurate sensor and lens matching, TOWIN’s Sensor Guide can help engineers evaluate sensor format compatibility.

Access Control and Entrance Imaging

A 65° diagonal FOV provides useful coverage for access points without introducing the highly exaggerated perspective commonly associated with fisheye optics. The 5MP resolution can provide more image detail for monitoring people, doors, equipment, and nearby objects.

Compact Equipment Monitoring

The short 3.5mm focal length combined with the compact mechanical design allows the lens to be integrated into small equipment-monitoring cameras. It can be used where the camera needs to observe a defined area while maintaining a small enclosure.

For applications where distortion is a key selection criterion, this model can be compared with other products in TOWIN’s Low Distortion Lens range.

Engineers can use the TOWIN FOV Calculator to evaluate field-of-view requirements when matching this 3.5mm lens with a specific camera sensor and working distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this?
A: This is a 1/4″ 5MP fixed focal M12 lens with a 3.5mm focal length, 65° diagonal FOV, and less than 0.4% specified distortion.

Q: Is this a low distortion M12 lens?
A: Yes. With specified distortion below 0.4% in magnitude, this lens is designed for applications where controlled image geometry is important. Additional information is available in the TOWIN Distortion Guide.

Q: What is the FOV of the 3.5mm M12 lens?
A: The specified field of view is 65° diagonal, 55° horizontal, and 40° vertical on the 1/4″ image format.

Q: What resolution does this M12 lens support?
A: The lens is specified with a 5MP resolution rating, making it suitable for camera systems requiring detailed imaging within a compact optical configuration.

Q: Is this lens suitable for fisheye applications?
A: No. Although the 3.5mm focal length provides a relatively wide perspective on a 1/4″ sensor, the 65° diagonal FOV and <0.4% distortion indicate a controlled wide-angle design rather than a fisheye lens.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.1m, or 100mm.

Q: What sensor format is this lens designed for?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/4″ image format. The selected image sensor should also be checked for its active imaging dimensions and mechanical compatibility before final integration.

Q: Can TOWIN customize this M12 lens?
A: TOWIN can evaluate customized optical and mechanical requirements based on factors such as sensor format, resolution, focal length, FOV, distortion, mounting interface, and camera enclosure. For project requirements, contact TOWIN.

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