Low Distortion Lens – S03012808320F

S03012808320F is Wide-angle low distortion CCTV HD lens with Built-In Filter, 1/2.8″ Φ6.9 M12 lens 93° 8-Megapixel F2.0 security surveillance.

3.0mm 8MP M12 Low Distortion Wide Angle Lens

This 3.0mm 8MP M12 lens is designed for compact vision systems that require a wide viewing angle with highly controlled image distortion. With a 93° diagonal FOV, 83° horizontal FOV, and distortion below -1%, it delivers broad scene coverage while maintaining accurate image geometry.

Featuring an F2.0 fixed aperture, 0.2m minimum object distance, and compact M12X0.35 mount, this low distortion lens is well suited to embedded cameras, compact machine vision systems, robotics vision modules, and other space-constrained imaging devices.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• 8MP resolution for detailed image capture.
• 93° diagonal FOV provides wide scene coverage.
• < -1% distortion supports accurate image geometry.
• F2.0 fixed aperture provides a practical balance between light transmission and compact design.
• M12X0.35 mount enables integration into small embedded camera systems.

3.0mm M12 Low Distortion Wide Angle Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 3.0mm M12 low distortion lens is designed for compact imaging applications where a wide viewing angle must be combined with accurate image geometry. Its < -1% distortion specification makes it particularly useful when straight lines, object proportions, and spatial relationships need to remain relatively consistent across a wide image.

For compact machine vision systems, the 83° horizontal FOV allows a relatively large inspection area to be captured without using an extreme fisheye optical design. This can benefit close-range inspection cameras, embedded inspection modules, and vision sensors installed in restricted mechanical spaces.

The 0.2m M.O.D. makes the lens suitable for short-distance imaging, while the 3.0mm focal length provides substantially wider coverage than conventional longer focal-length industrial lenses. This combination can be useful for robotic workcells where the camera needs to observe a work area, approach zone, or nearby object from a limited mounting position.

The compact optical configuration is also suitable for robotics vision and edge-AI camera modules. Robots operating in confined spaces can benefit from a wider perspective, while the low distortion characteristic helps downstream computer vision algorithms process object shapes and image coordinates with less geometric deformation.

The integrated IRCF further supports camera-module integration where infrared-cut filtering is required as part of the imaging assembly.

Designed for compact machine vision, robotics vision, embedded inspection, and wide-area short-distance imaging applications.

Compatible Device List

• Embedded Vision Cameras: Suitable for compact camera modules using 1/2.8″ CMOS sensors and M12 interfaces.
• IMX415-Based Cameras: The specified FOV values are based on the 1/2.8″ IMX415 sensor, making it suitable for compatible 8MP camera modules.
• Compact Machine Vision Cameras: The combination of 8MP resolution and < -1% distortion supports applications requiring wide coverage with controlled image geometry.
• Robotics Vision Modules: The 83° horizontal FOV helps robotic cameras observe nearby work areas without requiring a large optical assembly.
• Edge-AI Cameras: Suitable for embedded object detection, scene analysis, occupancy monitoring, and other vision-processing devices.
• Space-Constrained Camera Assemblies: The M12X0.35 mount and 22.44mm T.T.L. make the lens appropriate for compact mechanical designs.

For additional compact optical configurations, explore M12 Lenses. Towin also provides application information through the M12 Lens solution for engineers developing M12-based imaging systems.

When matching this lens to a camera, the Sensor Guide can help verify sensor compatibility and image coverage. For more general optical selection criteria, see the Lens Selection Guide.

Because this lens combines a relatively wide FOV with very low distortion, engineers can also use the Distortion Guide to better understand how distortion affects image geometry and application performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this 3.0mm M12 lens?
A: It is a fixed focal, wide angle M12 lens with low distortion. The lens provides 8MP resolution, a 93° diagonal FOV, and distortion below -1%.

Q: What is the field of view of the 3.0mm lens?
A: When used with the specified 1/2.8″ IMX415 sensor, the lens provides a 93° diagonal FOV, 83° horizontal FOV, and 52° vertical FOV.

Q: How low is the distortion of this M12 lens?
A: The specified distortion is below -1%. This controlled distortion makes the lens suitable for wide-angle imaging applications where image geometry is important.

Q: Is this lens a fisheye lens?
A: No. Although the lens has a 93° diagonal field of view, its distortion is specified below -1%. It should be classified as a wide angle low distortion lens rather than a fisheye lens.

Q: What sensor is this lens compatible with?
A: The FOV specification is based on a 1/2.8″ IMX415 sensor. The lens has a maximum image format of Φ6.9mm, so sensor coverage should be verified according to the specific camera design.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.2m, or 200mm. This makes the lens suitable for relatively close-range imaging while maintaining a wide viewing angle.

Q: What is the advantage of the F2.0 aperture?
A: The F2.0 fixed aperture provides a practical amount of light transmission for compact imaging systems while maintaining a simple and stable optical configuration.

Q: Can this lens be used for machine vision?
A: Yes. Its 8MP resolution, wide FOV, and < -1% distortion make it suitable for selected compact machine vision and embedded inspection applications. The final selection should consider the sensor, working distance, required FOV, and inspection requirements.

For assistance with sensor matching, focal length, field of view, or customized mechanical requirements, contact Towin for optical engineering and OEM/ODM support.

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