Fisheye Lens – CCL118016MP

1.6mm 6MP M12 Fisheye IR Corrected Lens – 190° Ultra Wide FOV

The 1.6mm M12 Fisheye Lens is an ultra-wide-angle optical solution designed for compact imaging systems that require maximum scene coverage, high-resolution imaging, and consistent performance across visible and near-infrared wavelengths. Supporting a 1/1.8″ image format and 6MP resolution, this lens provides an exceptional 190° diagonal, horizontal, and vertical field of view. Its 1.6mm focal length and F2.0 fixed aperture make it suitable for panoramic monitoring, surround-view imaging, embedded security cameras, and other applications where an extremely wide viewing angle is essential.

Designed with an M12x0.5 mount, the lens offers a compact 17.1mm TTL and a 0.1m minimum object distance, making it suitable for space-constrained camera modules and close-range wide-area imaging. The IR corrected optical design helps maintain imaging compatibility when systems operate across visible and near-infrared wavelengths. With optical distortion specified below -113%, this lens intentionally uses a strong fisheye optical characteristic to achieve its 190° coverage rather than minimizing geometric distortion.

Product Core Highlights

• 190° extreme fisheye FOV – Delivers 190° coverage in diagonal, horizontal, and vertical directions for maximum scene visibility.
• 6MP high-resolution imaging – Provides detailed image capture for compatible 1/1.8″ imaging sensors.
• IR corrected optical design – Supports optical performance across visible and near-infrared imaging conditions.
• 1.6mm ultra-short focal length – Enables exceptionally broad scene coverage from a compact camera position.
• 0.1m minimum object distance – Supports close-range imaging where both proximity and extremely wide coverage are required.

M12 Fisheye Lens Application Scenarios & Compatible Devices

1. Panoramic Security & Smart Monitoring

The 190° field of view allows this 6MP M12 fisheye lens to capture an exceptionally broad area from a single camera position. This makes it suitable for security systems where reducing blind spots is more important than maintaining a conventional rectilinear image.

The IR-corrected design also makes the lens a strong candidate for camera systems that may operate under different illumination conditions, particularly when near-infrared imaging is part of the system design.

Compatible devices:

• Panoramic security cameras
• Smart monitoring cameras
• Compact surveillance modules
• Embedded security cameras
• Wide-area monitoring devices

For broader system applications, see TOWIN’s Smart Security solutions.

2. Surround-View & Environmental Monitoring

With 190° horizontal and vertical FOV, this lens can capture an exceptionally large portion of the environment from a compact camera module. It can be integrated into surround-view architectures or combined with multiple cameras when system designers need expanded environmental coverage.

The 0.1m M.O.D. is particularly useful for applications where objects may be located very close to the camera while still requiring a broad field of view.

Compatible devices:

• Surround-view camera modules
• Environmental monitoring cameras
• Compact observation systems
• Multi-camera panoramic platforms

3. Robotics & Mobile Vision

A 190° fisheye lens can provide mobile robots with an extremely broad view of their surroundings. This can help compact robotic platforms monitor nearby obstacles, people, and environmental features without requiring multiple narrow-angle cameras for basic situational awareness.

Compatible devices:

• Mobile robots
• Service robots
• Autonomous platforms
• Robotic camera modules
• Embedded vision systems

For additional application information, explore Robotics Vision.

4. Close-Range Wide-Area Imaging

The combination of a 0.1m M.O.D. and 190° FOV makes this lens particularly interesting for close-range imaging systems. It can capture a very large scene even when the camera is positioned close to the monitored area.

Compatible devices:

• Compact inspection cameras
• Close-range monitoring cameras
• Embedded imaging modules
• Small-form-factor observation devices

When designing a camera around this lens, the Sensor Guide can be used to evaluate sensor-format compatibility.

5. IR-Enabled Imaging Systems

Unlike a standard fisheye lens without wavelength correction, this model is specified as IR Corrected. This makes it suitable for optical systems where consistent focus behavior across visible and near-infrared wavelengths is an important consideration.

Compatible devices:

• Day-and-night camera modules
• IR-assisted monitoring cameras
• Near-infrared imaging systems
• Smart security camera modules

Why Choose a 190° M12 Fisheye Lens?

The key advantage of this lens is its combination of 190° ultra-wide coverage, 6MP resolution, and IR correction in an M12-format optical design. The 190° FOV enables a camera to observe an exceptionally large portion of its surroundings from a single compact optical position.

Its <-113% optical distortion is a defining characteristic of the extreme fisheye design. Rather than attempting to produce a conventional low-distortion image, the optical system prioritizes maximum field coverage. This makes it especially suitable for applications where fisheye image correction can be performed through software or downstream image processing.

For projects requiring different FOV, sensor compatibility, resolution, or mechanical dimensions, TOWIN’s Lens Selection Guide can help identify suitable optical configurations.

Fisheye Lens vs. Low-Distortion Wide Angle Lens

The choice between a fisheye lens and a low-distortion wide-angle lens depends primarily on the imaging objective.

A fisheye lens such as this 1.6mm model prioritizes extremely wide coverage, reaching 190° FOV through intentional geometric distortion. A low-distortion wide-angle lens instead prioritizes a more natural image geometry, generally at the expense of maximum viewing angle.

Therefore, this 190° M12 fisheye lens is best suited to applications where scene coverage and environmental visibility are the primary requirements. If accurate geometric representation is more important, a low-distortion optical design should be evaluated instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is the 1.6mm M12 lens?
A: It is an ultra-wide fisheye lens with a 1.6mm focal length and a 190° diagonal, horizontal, and vertical field of view.

Q: What sensor format does this 6MP fisheye lens support?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/1.8″ image format with a Φ5.0mm image circle.

Q: Does this lens really provide a 190° field of view?
A: Yes. The specified FOV is 190° in diagonal, horizontal, and vertical directions, making it an extreme fisheye optical design.

Q: Is this M12 fisheye lens IR corrected?
A: Yes. The specification identifies the lens as IR Corrected, making it suitable for imaging systems where visible and near-infrared wavelength compatibility is required.

Q: Why is the optical distortion below -113%?
A: The high negative distortion is characteristic of the extreme fisheye optical design. It allows the lens to achieve its exceptionally wide 190° field of view.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified M.O.D. is 0.1m, or approximately 100mm.

Q: What aperture does the lens use?
A: The lens uses a fixed F2.0 aperture.

Q: Can TOWIN customize this 190° M12 fisheye lens?
A: TOWIN can evaluate customized optical requirements based on the target sensor, field of view, resolution, mechanical interface, and application requirements. For project-specific requirements, Contact TOWIN.