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Low Distortion Lens – S08012804121
The TOWIN M12 8mm 3MP low distortion lens features a 1/2.8″ image format, 47° diagonal FOV, < -5.4% distortion, F2.1 aperture, and M12x0.5 mount. It is designed for compact machine vision, industrial inspection, robotic vision, and embedded imaging systems requiring controlled image geometry and reliable 3MP image quality.
S08012804121 is 1/2.8″ 8mm Fixed focus low distortion lens, High Magnification M12 mount lens, F2.1 high resolution 3-Megapixel CCTV lens.
| IMAGE FORMAT | 1/2.8″ |
| FOCAL LENGTH | 8mm |
| F.O.V. | 47°(D=6.46) |
| 41°(H=5.64) | |
| 23°(V=3.18) | |
| RESOLUTION | 3 MP |
| DISTORTION | <-5.4% |
| APERTURE | F2.1 |
| MOUNT | M12x0.5 |
| IRIS | Fixed |
| B.F.L. | 5.4mm |
| M.O.D. | 0.3m |
| T.T.L. | 15.40mm |
| STRUCTURE | 6G |
M12 8mm 3MP Low Distortion Fixed Focal Lens
This M12 8mm 3MP low distortion lens is designed for compact industrial cameras and machine vision systems that require controlled image geometry and reliable detail reproduction. With a 1/2.8″ image format, 8mm focal length, 47° diagonal FOV, and distortion below -5.4%, it provides a practical balance between coverage and image accuracy for inspection, measurement, robotics, and smart imaging applications.
The fixed F2.1 aperture, 0.3m minimum object distance, and 5.4mm back focal length make this lens suitable for compact camera modules where stable optical performance and straightforward mechanical integration are important. Its M12x0.5 mount also supports a wide range of embedded and industrial imaging platforms.
M12 Low Distortion Lens Core Highlights
- 3MP optical performance: Supports 3MP imaging for detailed industrial inspection and machine vision applications.
- Low distortion below -5.4%: Helps maintain more accurate object geometry for inspection, recognition, and measurement tasks.
- 8mm fixed focal length: Provides a moderate field of view for applications requiring controlled scene coverage without excessive wide-angle distortion.
- Compact M12x0.5 mounting: Easy to integrate with compact industrial cameras, embedded vision systems, and OEM camera modules.
- 6G optical structure: Designed for stable image quality across demanding industrial imaging environments.
M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications
This M12 8mm lens is particularly suitable for machine vision inspection, industrial monitoring, robotic guidance, barcode and code reading, object recognition, and compact automation cameras. Its moderate 41° horizontal FOV is useful when the camera needs to capture a defined inspection area while maintaining relatively controlled perspective distortion.
The < -5.4% distortion specification is especially valuable in applications where image geometry affects detection or measurement accuracy. Compared with an ultra-wide lens, the 8mm focal length offers a more focused viewing area, making it a practical choice for cameras positioned at a moderate working distance.
Designed for industrial inspection applications, this lens can be integrated into:
- Compact machine vision cameras
- Industrial inspection cameras
- Robotic vision systems
- Automated optical inspection equipment
- Barcode and QR code readers
- Smart factory monitoring cameras
- Embedded vision modules
- Object recognition systems
- Compact measurement cameras
- OEM/ODM camera assemblies
For projects involving different sensor formats, refer to the Sensor Guide to verify image-circle and sensor compatibility. You can also use the FOV Calculator to estimate the required viewing area according to camera distance and target dimensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What applications is this 8mm M12 lens suitable for?
A: It is suitable for machine vision inspection, industrial monitoring, robotic guidance, object recognition, barcode reading, and compact automated imaging systems.
Q: What sensor size is this lens designed for?
A: The lens is designed for a 1/2.8″ image format and provides a 47° diagonal, 41° horizontal, and 23° vertical field of view.
Q: Is this lens suitable for machine vision applications?
A: Yes. Its 3MP resolution, controlled distortion below -5.4%, fixed 8mm focal length, and M12 mount make it suitable for many compact machine vision systems.
Q: What is the advantage of the 8mm focal length?
A: An 8mm focal length provides a moderate field of view, allowing the camera to capture a defined inspection area while avoiding the extreme perspective effects commonly associated with very wide-angle lenses.
Q: What does the low distortion specification mean for industrial imaging?
A: Low distortion helps preserve the relative geometry of objects in the image. This can improve the reliability of inspection, recognition, alignment, and measurement processes.
Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The minimum object distance is 0.3m, making it appropriate for applications where the camera operates at relatively close but controlled working distances.
Q: Does this lens use a fixed or adjustable iris?
A: It uses a fixed F2.1 aperture, providing a consistent optical configuration for applications where stable exposure characteristics are preferred.
Q: Can this lens be customized for OEM projects?
A: TOWIN supports OEM/ODM optical solutions. For customized specifications, mounting requirements, or application-specific optical designs, contact the TOWIN Lens team.
Related Resources
For more information about selecting an appropriate industrial lens, visit the Lens Selection Guide. If your application requires more detailed optical optimization, the Optical Design resources can help with focal length, field of view, distortion, and imaging requirements.
Explore more M12 Lenses for compact camera systems, or browse the complete TOWIN Lens Products range for additional industrial and machine vision lens options.
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