

8mm 8MP M12 low distortion lens with <1% distortion, 58° FOV, F2.2 aperture and 1/1.8″ sensor coverage for precision machine vision.
S08011804822F-Low distortion 8MP 1/1.8″ M12/S-Mount fixed-aperture lens CCTV lens
| IMAGE FORMAT | Max Φ10.3, 1/1.8″ |
| FOCAL LENGTH | 8.0mm |
| F.O.V. (1/1.8″) | 58°(D) |
| 48°(H) | |
| 37°(V) | |
| RESOLUTION | 8MP |
| DISTORTION | <-1% |
| APERTURE | F2.2 |
| MOUNT | M12x0.5 |
| IRIS | Fixed |
| M.O.D. | 0.2m |
| T.T.L. | 29.97mm |
| STRUCTURE | With IRCF |
This 8mm 8MP M12 low distortion lens is designed for high-resolution vision systems that require accurate image geometry and reliable detail reproduction. Covering a 1/1.8″ image format with less than 1% distortion, F2.2 aperture, and 58° diagonal FOV, it provides an excellent optical balance for machine vision, industrial inspection, AI vision, and compact imaging systems.
The M12×0.5 mount, fixed iris, 0.2m minimum object distance, and integrated IRCF make this fixed focal lens suitable for compact camera modules where low distortion and consistent visible-light imaging are important.
This 8mm M12 lens is designed for applications where low geometric distortion is more important than an extremely wide field of view. With distortion below 1%, it preserves the shape and relative position of objects across the image, making it a strong choice for vision systems that perform edge analysis, object positioning, dimensional evaluation, pattern recognition, or image-based measurement.
Designed for precision-oriented machine vision applications, the lens is well suited to automated inspection cameras, electronic component inspection, PCB inspection, packaging verification, barcode and code-reading systems, and industrial quality-control equipment. The 8MP resolution provides sufficient image detail for identifying relatively small features while the 48° horizontal FOV provides a practical working area for many close- to medium-range inspection setups.
The 0.2m minimum object distance makes the lens suitable for relatively close installation environments. This can be useful when the camera must be positioned near a production line, inspection fixture, conveyor, or individual component while still maintaining controlled image geometry.
For compact camera designs, the M12×0.5 interface provides a practical mechanical solution. This model can be compared with other M12 Lenses and TOWIN’s Low Distortion Lenses solutions when selecting optics for a new vision system.
The fixed iris provides a consistent F2.2 optical configuration, while the IRCF helps suppress unwanted infrared wavelengths for visible-light camera applications. It should be noted that IRCF refers to an infrared cut filter and does not indicate an IR-corrected optical design.
For engineers comparing sensor size, focal length, and viewing coverage, TOWIN’s Lens Selection Guide provides additional guidance. The Sensor Guide can also help with sensor-format and lens compatibility considerations.
Q: What type of lens is the 8mm model?
A: It is an 8mm M12 fixed focal low distortion lens designed for 1/1.8″ sensors, providing 8MP resolution, F2.2 aperture, and less than 1% distortion.
Q: How low is the distortion of this M12 lens?
A: The specified distortion is below 1%, making this lens particularly suitable for applications where accurate image geometry and minimal edge deformation are important.
Q: Is this lens suitable for machine vision?
A: Yes. Its 8MP resolution, 1/1.8″ image format, <1% distortion, and M12 mount make it well suited to machine vision applications involving inspection, positioning, recognition, and image analysis.
Q: What is the field of view of the 8mm lens?
A: On a 1/1.8″ sensor, the lens provides a 58° diagonal, 48° horizontal, and 37° vertical field of view.
Q: Is this an IR corrected lens?
A: No. The specification “With IRCF” indicates an infrared cut filter. An IRCF helps filter infrared wavelengths for visible-light imaging, but it should not be interpreted as an IR-corrected optical design.
Q: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The minimum object distance is 0.2m, allowing the lens to be used for relatively close-range industrial inspection and imaging.
Q: What mount does this lens use?
A: The lens uses an M12×0.5 mount, which is commonly used for compact machine vision cameras, embedded vision modules, AI cameras, and other small-form-factor imaging systems.
Q: Can TOWIN customize this low distortion M12 lens?
A: Yes. TOWIN can support customized optical solutions based on sensor format, focal length, FOV, distortion, resolution, mechanical dimensions, mounting requirements, and application conditions.
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