Low Distortion Lens – S16011802480FB

S16011802480FB is Low-distortion 8-Megapixel M12 mount lens with Built-In IR Filter, 16mm focal length, 30° diagonal F.O.V. for 1/1.8″ sensor, Suitable for CCTV Surveillance.

16mm 8MP M12 Ultra Low Distortion Machine Vision Lens

This 16mm F8.0 8MP M12 lens is designed for precision machine vision and industrial inspection systems that require high resolution and exceptionally low image distortion. With a maximum Φ11mm image format, 1/1.8″ sensor compatibility, and TV distortion below 0.1%, it provides highly controlled image geometry for inspection, measurement, recognition, and automated visual analysis.

The 16mm fixed focal length delivers a 30° diagonal field of view on a 1/1.8″ sensor. Combined with a fixed F8.0 aperture, 0.1m minimum object distance, and compact M12x0.5 mount, the lens is well suited to fixed-position imaging systems operating under controlled illumination.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• 8MP resolution supports detailed image acquisition for precision inspection
• <0.1% TV distortion maintains highly accurate image geometry
• 1/1.8″ sensor compatibility supports high-resolution compact industrial cameras
• F8.0 fixed aperture is suitable for controlled-lighting environments requiring stable optical conditions
• M12x0.5 mount and 19.6mm TTL support compact camera integration

16mm M12 Ultra Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

The defining optical characteristic of this 16mm lens is its ultra-low distortion below 0.1%. This makes it suitable for vision applications where geometric accuracy is important, including dimensional inspection, component measurement, position detection, and automated quality control.

The 16mm focal length provides a controlled 30° diagonal field of view on a 1/1.8″ sensor, allowing the camera to concentrate on a defined inspection area. This configuration is useful for precision component inspection, PCB and electronics inspection, barcode and code reading, product surface inspection, and fixed-position machine vision.

The F8.0 fixed aperture is particularly appropriate for systems with dedicated or controlled illumination. Compared with a wider-aperture configuration, F8.0 places greater emphasis on controlled optical conditions and can be advantageous where maintaining consistent imaging across the inspection area is important.

Designed for precision machine vision and low-distortion industrial inspection applications.

For applications where distortion must be carefully controlled, the Distortion Guide provides useful information about optical distortion and its effect on image analysis. For alternative focal lengths and compact configurations, explore the M12 Lenses range.

Compatible Device List

• 8MP machine vision cameras — suitable for high-resolution inspection and automated image analysis.
• 1/1.8″ industrial cameras — matches the specified sensor format and 30° diagonal FOV.
• Precision measurement cameras — <0.1% distortion helps preserve target geometry for image-based measurement.
• Factory automation cameras — suitable for fixed inspection stations operating with controlled lighting.
• PCB and electronic inspection systems — supports detailed imaging of components and board features.
• Embedded vision modules — the compact M12x0.5 interface supports integration into space-constrained camera assemblies.

For industrial inspection applications, the Machine Vision Solutions page provides additional information about optical configurations for automated vision systems. The FOV Calculator can also help determine target coverage for a specific sensor and working distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main advantage of this 16mm F8.0 M12 lens?
A: Its key combination is 8MP resolution and less than 0.1% TV distortion, providing highly accurate image geometry for precision machine vision and inspection.

Q: What sensor size is this lens designed for?
A: The specified field of view is based on a 1/1.8″ sensor. The lens provides a 30° diagonal, 24° horizontal, and 18° vertical FOV.

Q: What is the difference between the F8.0 and F2.8 versions of this lens?
A: The F8.0 version has a smaller fixed aperture and therefore transmits less light. It is better suited to applications with adequate or controlled illumination where a more controlled optical configuration is preferred.

Q: Is this lens suitable for precision machine vision?
A: Yes. Its 8MP resolution, <0.1% distortion, 16mm focal length, and 1/1.8″ image format make it suitable for precision inspection and measurement-oriented vision systems.

Q: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The M.O.D. is 0.1m, or 100mm, allowing relatively close-range imaging of defined inspection targets.

Q: Why is less than 0.1% distortion important?
A: Extremely low distortion helps preserve the geometric relationships of objects within the image, which can be valuable for measurement, positioning, dimensional inspection, and machine vision analysis.

Q: What does “Blue IRCF” mean?
A: Blue IRCF identifies the specified optical construction or filter configuration. It should not automatically be interpreted as infrared correction. Additional spectral performance data is required to classify the lens as an IR Corrected Lens.

Q: Is this lens a wide-angle lens?
A: No. The 30° diagonal FOV on a 1/1.8″ sensor provides controlled target coverage rather than a dedicated wide-angle field of view.

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