Low Distortion Lens – S06011806028F

S06011806028F-6mm Wide-angle low distortion 6MP 1/1.8″ M12x0.5 fixed-aperture F2.8 CCTV lens with 77°(D) F.O.V. for security surveillance.

6mm M12 Low Distortion Lens

This 6mm 6MP M12 low distortion lens combines a 77° diagonal field of view with less than 0.5% TV distortion, providing a strong balance between wide scene coverage and geometric accuracy. With a 1/1.8″ image format, F2.8 fixed aperture, and M12x0.5 mount, it is well suited for industrial inspection, machine vision, smart cameras, and compact embedded imaging systems.

Its 6mm focal length offers significantly broader coverage than standard narrow-field lenses while maintaining very low distortion, making it a practical choice for vision systems that need to capture larger areas without excessive image deformation.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Core Highlights

• <0.5% TV Distortion: Maintains highly controlled image geometry for precision-oriented vision applications.
• 77° Wide FOV: Provides broad scene coverage while avoiding the extreme distortion of fisheye optics.
• 6MP Resolution: Supports detailed imaging with 1/1.8″ high-resolution sensors.
• 0.1m Minimum Object Distance: Enables close-range imaging for compact inspection and recognition systems.
• M12x0.5 Compact Mount: Facilitates integration into space-constrained industrial and embedded camera platforms.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 6mm M12 low-distortion lens suits vision systems requiring a wide FOV with preserved geometric accuracy. It delivers a 77° diagonal FOV for wider scene coverage, while <0.5% TV distortion maintains straight edges and consistent object shapes across the frame.

Ideal for industrial inspection, this lens captures large parts, work zones and product surfaces, delivering a wide perspective with controlled distortion. Its 0.1m minimum object distance supports close-range inspection, enabling coverage of sizable targets within constrained working space.

The lens is particularly relevant to machine vision systems requiring wide-area image acquisition, such as product presence inspection, packaging verification, component positioning, label inspection, and automated visual recognition. Its 6MP resolution provides additional image detail for vision algorithms while the low-distortion optical design helps maintain consistent object geometry. Explore TOWIN’s Machine Vision solutions for related industrial imaging applications.

For compact smart cameras and embedded vision devices, the M12x0.5 mount provides a practical mechanical interface where camera dimensions and installation space are restricted. The 6mm focal length offers a useful middle ground between standard lenses and extreme wide-angle optics, making it suitable for cameras that need to monitor a defined area without excessive perspective distortion.

The lens can also be considered for indoor security and intelligent monitoring, particularly where a moderately wide field of view is needed for rooms, equipment areas, access zones, or localized monitoring. For these applications, its low distortion can help produce a more natural representation of the monitored scene. TOWIN’s Smart Security solutions provide additional information about vision systems for intelligent security applications.

Because distortion is specified below 0.5%, this lens is especially suitable when image geometry matters. Engineers evaluating optical distortion can refer to TOWIN’s Distortion Guide when comparing lens options for their camera system.

Compatible Device List

• Industrial Inspection Cameras: Suitable for compact inspection cameras using 1/1.8″ image sensors.
• Machine Vision Cameras: Compatible with fixed-position vision systems requiring wider coverage and low geometric distortion.
• Embedded Vision Modules: The M12x0.5 mount supports compact camera assemblies for integrated vision devices.
• Smart Security Cameras: Suitable for indoor monitoring systems requiring moderate wide-angle coverage without strong fisheye distortion.
• AI Vision Cameras: Can be integrated into AI-enabled imaging platforms where 6MP resolution and controlled distortion are beneficial.
• Close-Range Inspection Systems: The 0.1m M.O.D. supports imaging of relatively close objects in compact inspection environments.

Designed for low-distortion wide-angle industrial inspection, machine vision, and compact embedded imaging applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this?

A: This is a 6mm fixed focal M12 low distortion wide angle lens designed for 1/1.8″ image sensors. It provides a 77° diagonal field of view with less than 0.5% TV distortion.

Q: What is the distortion level of this M12 lens?

A: The specified TV distortion is less than 0.5%, making the lens suitable for applications where maintaining accurate and stable image geometry is important.

Q: Is this a fisheye lens?

A: No. Although the lens provides a relatively wide 77° diagonal FOV, its <0.5% TV distortion is far lower than typical fisheye optics. It is better classified as a low distortion wide angle lens.

Q: What sensor size does the lens support?

A: The lens is specified for a 1/1.8″ image format and provides a 77° diagonal, 60° horizontal, and 41° vertical field of view with the corresponding sensor configuration.

Q: What applications are suitable for a 6mm M12 lens?

A: The lens is suitable for industrial inspection, machine vision, close-range product imaging, smart cameras, embedded vision systems, and localized security monitoring where broad coverage and low distortion are both required.

Q: What is the minimum object distance?

A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.1m, allowing the lens to image relatively close subjects and making it useful for compact inspection and embedded vision applications.

Q: Does this lens have an adjustable iris?

A: No. The lens uses a fixed F2.8 aperture and fixed iris configuration, providing a straightforward optical setup for dedicated camera systems.

Q: Does IRCF mean that this is an IR corrected lens?

A: No. IRCF indicates an IR Cut Filter configuration. It should not be interpreted as an IR-corrected optical design, which is specifically engineered to maintain focus across visible and near-infrared wavelengths.

Optical Selection Resources

Choosing the right wide-angle lens requires matching the focal length, sensor format, working distance, and required field of view. TOWIN’s FOV Calculator can help estimate the required scene coverage, while the Focal Length Calculator can assist with focal-length selection based on sensor and imaging geometry.

For sensor compatibility, engineers can also refer to the Sensor Guide. Additional information about optical principles and lens selection is available through Lens Basics and the Lens Selection Guide.

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