This 8mm M12 fixed focal lens is designed for high-resolution imaging systems that require a compact optical structure, stable focal length, and detailed image capture. With support for up to 12MP resolution on a 1/3″ image format, the lens provides a 43° diagonal field of view, making it suitable for applications that need a controlled viewing area rather than an ultra-wide perspective.
Featuring an F1.8 aperture, manual focus, fixed iris, and a 7-element optical construction, this M12 lens provides a practical combination of resolution, light transmission, and compact integration. Its 39.9mm TTL and 10.02mm BFL make it suitable for space-constrained camera designs and embedded vision equipment.
As a 12MP fixed focal lens, it is well suited to compact machine vision cameras, intelligent inspection devices, robotic vision modules, smart cameras, and other imaging systems where consistent focal performance is preferred over variable zoom.
CCTV Lens Product Highlights
12MP Resolution for Detailed Imaging — Captures fine image details for compact inspection and intelligent imaging systems where lower-resolution lenses may limit recognition accuracy.
8mm Fixed Focal Length with 43° FOV — Provides a controlled field of view for applications that need a defined imaging area without the excessive perspective of an ultra-wide lens.
F1.8 Aperture for Practical Light Collection — The relatively large F1.8 aperture helps maintain useful image brightness in indoor and controlled-light environments.
Compact M12 Mount for Space-Constrained Designs — The M12 interface simplifies integration into compact camera modules, embedded vision systems, and small-form-factor imaging equipment.
39.9mm TTL for Compact Camera Integration — The short overall optical length helps designers work within limited internal space while maintaining a 12MP imaging capability.
M12 CCTV Lens Applications
Core Application Scenarios
Compact Machine Vision Inspection: The 8mm focal length and 43° diagonal FOV are suitable for inspection systems that need to cover a defined target area while maintaining high image resolution. The 12MP capability can help capture small visual features, component edges, surface details, and product characteristics.
Embedded Vision Systems: The compact M12 configuration is well suited to embedded cameras where lens size, mounting flexibility, and optical performance must be balanced within a restricted housing.
Robotic Vision Modules: The controlled 8mm field of view can be used for robotic inspection and object recognition where the camera needs a stable perspective of a defined working area rather than a panoramic view.
Smart Inspection Cameras: The combination of 12MP resolution and F1.8 aperture makes the lens suitable for intelligent cameras used in indoor inspection, component identification, visual classification, and automated monitoring.
Compact Industrial Imaging: For equipment manufacturers developing small imaging modules, the M12 mount and fixed-focus configuration can simplify mechanical integration and reduce the complexity associated with variable-focus optical systems.
Compatible Devices
M12 industrial camera modules
Compact machine vision cameras
Embedded vision cameras
Robotic vision camera modules
Smart inspection cameras
Industrial monitoring cameras
Compact CMOS imaging modules
OEM/ODM camera systems requiring an 8mm fixed focal length
For selecting the appropriate sensor and lens combination, engineers can refer to the Sensor Guide and Lens Selection Guide before finalizing the optical configuration.
For M12-based camera designs, the M12 Lenses product range provides additional lens options for different focal lengths, sensor formats, and application requirements.
For machine vision integration, the Machine Vision solution provides further information about lens selection for automated imaging and inspection systems.
Engineers can use the FOV Calculator to evaluate the relationship between focal length, sensor size, working distance, and field of view when designing a camera system.
For projects requiring a customized optical configuration, customers can contact TOWIN for engineering and OEM/ODM support.
Designed for compact machine vision inspection and embedded imaging applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of lens is this 8mm 12MP lens? A: This 8 mm M12 fixed‑focal lens supports 12MP resolution with a 1/3″ sensor, ideal for embedded and machine‑vision compact industrial cameras.
Q: What is the field of view of the 8mm M12 lens? A: Paired with a 1/3″ sensor, this lens delivers 43° diagonal, 34° horizontal and 26° vertical field of view for non‑ultra‑wide scenarios.
Q: Is this lens suitable for 12MP cameras? A: Yes. The lens is specified for up to 12MP resolution and is designed for high-resolution imaging systems using a 1/3″ sensor format.
Q: Is this an M12 fixed focal lens? A: Yes. It uses an M12 mount and an 8mm fixed focal length. The fixed-focus optical configuration provides a consistent viewing perspective for equipment with a predefined working distance.
Q: What aperture does this M12 lens use? A: The maximum aperture is F1.8 with a fixed iris. This provides practical light-gathering capability for indoor machine vision and embedded imaging applications.
Q: Can this lens be used for machine vision? A: Yes. Its 12MP resolution, 8mm focal length, controlled FOV, and compact M12 mounting configuration make it suitable for compact machine vision inspection and embedded vision applications.
Q: Can TOWIN customize this M12 lens for an OEM project? A: TOWIN can evaluate customized optical and mechanical requirements for OEM/ODM projects, including focal length, sensor format, mount configuration, and other application-specific specifications.
Q: How can I determine whether this 8mm lens is suitable for my camera? A: Check the camera sensor format, required field of view, working distance, resolution requirement, and mechanical mounting space. TOWIN’s FOV Calculator can help evaluate the field-of-view relationship before selecting the lens.