Low Distortion Lens – S16012002320

S16012002320 is Low distortion 1/2″ M12-mount 16mm fixed-aperture lens with 29° diagonal F.O.V. 1.3-Megapixel Suitable for security Surveillance.

16mm M12 Low Distortion Lens

This 16mm F2.0 M12 Low distortion lens is designed for compact fixed-position imaging systems that require a controlled field of view and strong light-gathering performance. With a 1/2″ image format, 1.3MP resolution, 29° diagonal field of view, and F2.0 fixed aperture, it provides a practical optical configuration for surveillance, embedded imaging, and general-purpose visual monitoring.

The 16mm focal length provides relatively focused target coverage, while the F2.0 aperture allows more light to reach the sensor than smaller-aperture configurations. With a 0.3m minimum object distance, 23.5mm total track length, and M12x0.5 mount, the lens is suitable for compact camera assemblies and fixed installation environments.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• F2.0 aperture provides strong light transmission for indoor and lower-light imaging environments
• 16mm fixed focal length delivers controlled target framing
• 1/2″ image format supports a range of compact camera modules
• <1% distortion provides controlled image geometry for general visual monitoring
• M12x0.5 mount enables compact integration into embedded and surveillance camera systems

16mm M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 16mm F2.0 M12 lens is particularly suitable for fixed-position monitoring and embedded imaging applications where light transmission is an important consideration. The relatively large F2.0 aperture allows more light to reach the image sensor, making the lens practical for indoor environments and other applications where illumination may vary.

The 16mm focal length provides a controlled 29° diagonal field of view on a 1/2″ sensor. This makes it useful when the camera needs to monitor a specific area rather than capture an extremely broad scene. Typical applications include indoor security monitoring, equipment observation, access-area monitoring, embedded cameras, and basic object recognition.

The 0.3m minimum object distance allows the lens to be positioned relatively close to the monitored target, while the 23.5mm TTL and M12x0.5 interface support compact camera integration.

Designed for fixed-position surveillance, embedded imaging, and controlled-view monitoring applications.

For surveillance-oriented configurations, the M12 Lenses range provides additional focal-length options. For applications requiring more advanced visual inspection performance, the Machine Vision Solutions section provides information about higher-resolution industrial imaging systems.

Compatible Device List

• Compact security cameras — suitable for fixed-position indoor monitoring with a controlled field of view.
• 1/2″ camera modules — designed around the specified image format and optical coverage.
• Embedded vision cameras — the compact M12x0.5 mount supports integration into OEM camera assemblies.
• Equipment monitoring cameras — useful for observing defined areas around machinery or equipment.
• Access monitoring cameras — the 16mm focal length can provide focused coverage of entrances, checkpoints, or equipment zones.
• General-purpose industrial cameras — suitable for basic visual monitoring where 1.3MP resolution is sufficient.

When determining whether the 16mm focal length provides the required target coverage, the FOV Calculator can help estimate the relationship between sensor size, working distance, and field of view. For lens selection fundamentals, see the Lens Selection Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What sensor size is this 16mm M12 lens designed for?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/2″ image format and provides a 29° diagonal, 23° horizontal, and 17° vertical field of view.

Q: What is the main advantage of the F2.0 aperture?
A: F2.0 provides relatively strong light transmission, making the lens suitable for indoor monitoring and imaging environments where more light is needed at the sensor.

Q: Is this a high-resolution machine vision lens?
A: It is better suited to general-purpose or basic vision applications than demanding high-resolution inspection. Its specified resolution is 1.3MP, so applications requiring detailed 5MP, 8MP, or higher image capture should use a higher-resolution lens.

Q: Is this lens suitable for CCTV applications?
A: Yes, it can be used for selected fixed-position surveillance applications where its 16mm focal length, 1/2″ image format, and F2.0 aperture meet the camera system requirements.

Q: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The M.O.D. is 0.3m, or 300mm, allowing the lens to image targets from a moderate working distance.

Q: What does the 29° diagonal FOV mean?
A: On a 1/2″ sensor, the lens captures a 29° diagonal field of view, with 23° horizontally and 17° vertically. This provides relatively controlled target coverage rather than a wide-angle view.

Q: Does the lens have an IR filter or IR correction?
A: The specification lists “Filter: No,” and there is no information confirming IR spectral correction. Therefore, it should not be classified as an IR Corrected Lens based on the available specifications.

Q: What type of camera uses an M12x0.5 mount?
A: M12x0.5 is a compact mounting interface widely used for embedded cameras, small surveillance cameras and compact vision modules. Verify mechanical compatibility with your camera housing.

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