Low Distortion Lens – S08011804780F

S08011804780F is  Low distortion 8-megapixel M12-mount CCTV lens with Built-In IR Filter, 8mm focal length, for surveillance or industrial applications.

8mm 8MP M12 Low Distortion Machine Vision Lens

This 8mm 8MP M12 low distortion lens is designed for high-resolution imaging systems that require precise image geometry and stable detail reproduction. With support for a 1/1.8″ image format and TV distortion below 0.3%, it provides highly controlled imaging for compact machine vision and embedded inspection systems.

Featuring an M12×0.5 mount, 8mm fixed focal length, F8.0 aperture, and 7G+IRCF optical construction, this lens combines compact mechanical integration with exceptionally low distortion performance.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• 8MP high-resolution imaging supports detailed inspection and visual analysis.
• <0.3% TV distortion delivers exceptionally controlled image geometry.
• 1/1.8″ sensor compatibility provides a larger image format for demanding vision systems.
• 8mm fixed focal length provides stable, repeatable imaging without focal-length adjustment.
• M12×0.5 compact mount simplifies integration into space-constrained camera modules.

8mm M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 8mm M12 low distortion machine vision lens is particularly suited to imaging tasks where geometric accuracy is more important than extremely wide scene coverage. Its TV distortion of less than 0.3% helps minimize image deformation, making it useful for systems that analyze object dimensions, positions, edges, and shapes from captured images.

The 8mm focal length and 47° horizontal FOV provide a more controlled viewing area than short-focal-length wide-angle M12 lenses. This makes the lens suitable for compact inspection cameras, embedded machine vision modules, dimensional inspection equipment, barcode and code-reading systems, and AI-assisted visual inspection where the camera needs to concentrate on a defined working area.

The F8.0 fixed aperture is also well suited to controlled imaging environments where illumination can be managed independently. In production equipment, for example, dedicated LED lighting can be used to provide consistent illumination while the fixed optical configuration maintains repeatable imaging conditions.

The combination of 8MP resolution, 1/1.8″ image format, and <0.3% distortion makes this lens especially useful when a compact M12 form factor is required but the application still demands accurate image representation. Engineers working on precision imaging systems can use Towin’s Lens Selection Guide to compare focal length, sensor format, working distance, and other optical requirements.

Compatible Device List

• Compact Machine Vision Cameras: Suitable for embedded inspection cameras requiring high resolution and very low geometric distortion.
• Dimensional Inspection Systems: Controlled distortion helps maintain more consistent object proportions for measurement-related image processing.
• Barcode & Code Reading Equipment: The 8MP optical performance provides detailed image capture for reading small or dense visual information.
• AI Visual Inspection Devices: High-resolution imaging provides detailed input for AI-based object detection, classification, and defect analysis.
• Industrial Embedded Cameras: The M12×0.5 interface enables integration into compact OEM camera assemblies and inspection equipment.
• Fixed-Position Vision Modules: The fixed 8mm focal length provides consistent optical performance for installations with a defined working distance.

For projects where the required field of view needs to be calculated from sensor size and working distance, the FOV Calculator can help engineers evaluate the expected image coverage. Towin also provides M12 lens solutions for compact embedded vision applications.

For applications requiring higher optical performance, different sensor coverage, or customized mechanical dimensions, engineers can also explore Optical Design resources or contact Towin for OEM/ODM lens development.

Designed for high-resolution precision imaging, dimensional inspection, and compact machine vision applications where exceptionally low distortion is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this 8mm M12 lens?
A: It is an 8mm fixed focal M12 lens designed for high-resolution imaging. Its <0.3% TV distortion makes it particularly suitable for low-distortion machine vision and precision imaging applications.

Q: What sensor size can this lens support?
A: The supplied specifications indicate a 1/1.8″ sensor format, with a maximum image circle of Φ11mm.

Q: How low is the distortion of this M12 lens?
A: The specified TV distortion is below 0.3%, providing highly controlled image geometry compared with conventional lenses with higher distortion levels.

Q: Is this lens suitable for machine vision?
A: Yes. The combination of 8MP resolution, 1/1.8″ image format, 8mm focal length, and <0.3% TV distortion makes it well suited to compact machine vision and precision inspection systems.

Q: Is the 8mm M12 lens a wide-angle lens?
A: The lens provides a 57° diagonal FOV, 47° horizontal FOV, and 36° vertical FOV. It is better positioned as a moderate-view, low-distortion lens rather than an ultra-wide-angle lens.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The minimum object distance is 0.12m, allowing the lens to capture relatively close targets when correctly integrated and focused.

Q: Why is the F8.0 fixed aperture suitable for inspection systems?
A: A fixed F8.0 aperture provides a consistent optical configuration. In controlled inspection environments, dedicated lighting can be adjusted to provide the illumination required by the camera system.

Q: How can I calculate whether the 8mm focal length provides enough coverage?
A: The required field of view depends on sensor size, working distance, and target dimensions. Towin’s FOV Calculator can be used to estimate image coverage before selecting the lens.

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