Low Distortion Lens – S16012302380FR

S16012302380FR is Low-distortion 5-Megapixel M12-mount CCTV lens with Built-In IR Filter, compatible with 1/2.3″ and 1/3.2″ sensors, Suitable for security Surveillance.

16mm M12 Low Distortion Lens

This 16mm M12 low distortion lens is designed for 5MP imaging systems that require controlled geometric distortion, a focused field of view, and consistent optical performance under controlled lighting. With less than 1% distortion, an F8.0 fixed aperture, and a 16mm focal length, it is well suited to compact inspection, recognition, and fixed-position imaging applications.

The lens supports 1/2.3″ and 1/3.2″ sensor formats, with a 0.1m minimum object distance and 5.84mm back focal length. Its compact M12X0.5 mount makes it suitable for embedded camera modules and space-constrained vision equipment.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• 5MP resolution supports detailed image capture for general-purpose inspection and recognition.
• Less than 1% distortion helps maintain consistent object geometry across the image.
• F8.0 fixed aperture supports controlled imaging with greater depth of field when sufficient illumination is available.
• 16mm focal length provides a focused field of view for defined target areas.
• M12X0.5 compact mount and 5.84mm BFL support integration into compact camera assemblies.

16mm M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 16mm fixed focal lens is intended for applications where the camera needs to focus on a defined target area rather than capture a broad scene. Its <1% distortion specification helps reduce geometric deformation, which can be useful for object recognition, visual comparison, and inspection tasks where image shape needs to remain consistent.

The F8.0 aperture makes this model particularly suitable for environments where illumination can be controlled. A smaller aperture can provide a greater depth of field, helping maintain acceptable focus across objects with some variation in distance. For this reason, the lens can be considered for fixed inspection stations, component observation, equipment monitoring, and other stable imaging setups. See the Lens Selection Guide when evaluating focal length, aperture, working distance, and sensor size together.

With 5MP resolution and support for 1/2.3″ and 1/3.2″ sensors, the lens can be integrated into compact embedded vision systems for object identification, barcode or code recognition, and basic visual inspection. Its 0.1m M.O.D. also provides flexibility for relatively close-range imaging when the mechanical configuration is suitable.

The M12X0.5 mount and 5.84mm BFL are useful for OEM camera designs where available installation space is limited. The lens can be incorporated into compact camera modules without requiring the larger mechanical format of many traditional industrial lenses. Related options are available through M12 Lenses.

Designed for controlled-light inspection, embedded vision, and fixed-position imaging applications.

Compatible Device List

• Compact Machine Vision Cameras – suitable for general inspection, component observation, and object identification.
• Embedded Vision Modules – compact optical integration for OEM camera systems and smart devices.
• AI Vision Cameras – provides 5MP image data for object detection and visual analysis.
• Barcode & Code Recognition Devices – the focused field of view is useful for targeted reading areas.
• Industrial Monitoring Cameras – suitable for fixed-view equipment and process observation.
• Inspection Equipment – useful for controlled-light inspection stations where depth of field and geometric consistency are important.

For a specific camera design, sensor format and target distance should be checked before selecting the lens. The FOV Calculator can help determine how the 16mm focal length works with different sensor dimensions and working distances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this product?
A: This is a 16mm fixed focal M12 lens with 5MP resolution, less than 1% distortion, and an F8.0 fixed aperture.

Q: Which sensors can this lens be used with?
A: The specified FOV values cover both 1/2.3″ and 1/3.2″ image formats. The actual camera sensor and optical image circle should be confirmed for the final system.

Q: Why use an F8.0 aperture for machine vision?
A: F8.0 can provide a larger depth of field than a wider aperture, which can be useful when targets have some variation in object distance. Adequate illumination is important because a smaller aperture transmits less light.

Q: Is this a low-light lens?
A: This lens targets no dedicated low‑light use cases. Its F8.0 aperture fits applications with adequate or controlled illumination best.

Q: What does <1% distortion mean?
A: This specification shows the lens keeps geometric distortion under 1 %, and helps retain relatively consistent object shape and position within captured images.

Q: Is this 16mm lens a wide-angle lens?
A: No. Its 29° diagonal FOV on a 1/2.3″ sensor provides a relatively focused viewing angle rather than a wide-angle perspective.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.1m, or approximately 100mm. Actual focusing performance depends on the complete optical and mechanical configuration.

Q: Does the IRCF construction make this an IR corrected lens?
A: No. IRCF denotes a filter‑related optical configuration, yet this label alone does not confirm the lens supports IR correction. Cross‑check the manufacturer’s optical specifications to verify actual IR‑correction capability.

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