Low Distortion Lens – CCL130298MPF

2.98mm 5MP M12 Low Distortion Wide Angle Lens

This 2.98mm M12 Low Distortion Lens is designed for compact imaging systems requiring 5MP resolution, low distortion, and a broad field of view. Featuring a 1/3″ image format, 88° diagonal FOV, 77° horizontal FOV, and 61° vertical FOV, it provides wide scene coverage while maintaining controlled image geometry. The lens delivers less than 1% distortion, making it suitable for applications where image proportions and object shapes need to remain relatively consistent. With a fixed F3.5 aperture, fixed iris, and 2.98mm focal length, it provides a stable optical configuration for embedded cameras and compact vision systems.

Its M12×0.5 mount, 15.59mm TTL, and Φ14mm compact housing support integration where available installation space is limited. The 4-element optical construction provides a compact optical solution for 5MP camera modules. Designed for compact machine vision, smart monitoring, embedded vision, and wide-area imaging applications, this 5MP M12 low distortion lens offers a balanced combination of resolution, field of view, and optical compactness.

Product Core Highlights

• 5MP High Resolution: Designed for camera modules requiring detailed image capture from a compact optical system.
• <1% Low Distortion: Helps maintain controlled image geometry for inspection, monitoring, and embedded vision applications.
• 88° Wide FOV: Provides broad scene coverage with 77° horizontal and 61° vertical viewing angles.
• 2.98mm Short Focal Length: Combines wide-area imaging with a compact camera configuration.
• Compact M12 Design: M12×0.5 mounting and Φ14mm lens dimensions support integration into space-constrained camera assemblies.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications & Compatible Devices

Compact Machine Vision

The combination of 5MP resolution and less than 1% distortion makes this lens suitable for compact machine vision systems that require both image detail and controlled geometric reproduction. The 77° horizontal FOV provides sufficient scene coverage for inspection tasks while avoiding the extreme perspective associated with ultra-wide optics.

Potential applications include:

• Compact inspection cameras
• Embedded machine vision modules
• Part inspection systems
• Equipment monitoring cameras
• Automated visual inspection devices
• Compact industrial cameras

For broader optical selection requirements, explore TOWIN’s Machine Vision solutions.

Low-Distortion Wide-Area Imaging

With an 88° diagonal FOV and <1% distortion, this lens provides a useful balance between coverage and image geometry. It can be used when a camera needs to capture a relatively broad scene while maintaining better geometric consistency than higher-distortion wide-angle configurations.

This makes it suitable for:

• Indoor monitoring
• Equipment observation
• Workspace monitoring
• Smart camera systems
• Embedded surveillance modules
• Vision-based detection systems

For engineers evaluating lens distortion, TOWIN’s Distortion Guide provides additional information about distortion characteristics and their impact on imaging.

Embedded Vision Systems

The M12×0.5 mount and compact Φ14 × 13.27mm dimensions make this lens suitable for embedded camera designs where optical space is restricted. Its 2.98mm focal length provides broad scene coverage without requiring a large optical assembly.

Compatible devices may include:

• Embedded vision cameras
• IoT imaging modules
• Smart cameras
• Robotics camera modules
• Compact inspection devices
• Industrial sensing equipment

TOWIN’s M12 Lens portfolio provides additional M12 optical configurations for different sensor formats, focal lengths, and application requirements.

Smart Monitoring & Security

The 77° horizontal FOV allows the camera to cover a relatively broad monitoring area, making the lens suitable for compact smart security and monitoring equipment. The <1% distortion specification can also help preserve more natural object proportions across the image compared with strongly distorted wide-angle optics.

Potential camera applications include:

• Smart monitoring cameras
• Indoor security cameras
• Access monitoring devices
• Compact surveillance modules
• Smart building cameras
• IoT security devices

Why Choose This 2.98mm M12 Low Distortion Lens?

This lens combines 5MP resolution, <1% distortion, 88° diagonal FOV, 2.98mm focal length, and a compact M12 interface in a small optical package. It is a strong option for camera designers looking for a wide field of view without relying on an extreme wide-angle or fisheye configuration.

Its low-distortion performance is particularly valuable for applications where image geometry matters, while the 1/3″ image format and 5MP resolution provide a practical combination for compact vision and monitoring systems.

When selecting an optical system, engineers should consider the sensor format, focal length, required FOV, working distance, and mechanical envelope together. TOWIN’s Lens Selection Guide can help with the overall selection process.

For customized requirements involving focal length, sensor format, FOV, distortion, or mechanical dimensions, Contact TOWIN to discuss your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is the 2.98mm lens?
A: It is a 5MP fixed focal M12 lens with a 2.98mm focal length, <1% distortion, and an 88° diagonal field of view.

Q: What sensor size is this M12 lens designed for?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/3″ image format, making it suitable for camera systems using compatible 1/3″ sensors.

Q: What is the field of view of this 2.98mm lens?
A: The lens provides an 88° diagonal FOV, 77° horizontal FOV, and 61° vertical FOV, offering broad scene coverage.

Q: Is this a low distortion M12 lens?
A: Yes. The specified distortion is less than 1%, making it suitable for applications that require controlled image geometry.

Q: Is this lens a fisheye lens?
A: No fisheye designation is provided in the specifications. Although the lens has an 88° diagonal FOV, it is more appropriately described as a wide angle M12 lens based on the available specifications.

Q: What mount does this lens use?
A: The lens uses an M12×0.5 mount, a common threaded interface for compact camera modules and embedded vision systems.

Q: Is the aperture adjustable?
A: No. The specifications identify a fixed iris and an F3.5 aperture, providing a fixed optical configuration.

Q: Can TOWIN customize this type of M12 low distortion lens?
A: TOWIN can evaluate customized requirements involving sensor format, focal length, FOV, distortion, optical configuration, and mechanical dimensions. Contact TOWIN for project-specific requirements.

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