S-mount Lenses
Compact and flexible
S-mount lenses (M12) are suitable for camera systems where space, weight, and cost are critical factors.
What distinguishes S-mount lenses?
Compact design: Ideal for systems with limited installation space, such as surveillance cameras.
Versatile focal lengths: A wide selection allows for different angles of view and magnifications.
Easy installation: Standard M12 connector for quick mechanical integration.
Optimized for small sensor sizes: Depending on the resolution and aperture, they offer good image quality.
Cost- and space-efficient: Usually less expensive than C-mount or F-mount, with no loss of quality.
An overview of S-mount lenses
This product overview features a selection of S-mount lenses for various sensor formats, focal lengths, and applications.
S-Mount (M12) – standardized lens mount
The S-mount is a standardized lens mount for compact camera systems with small sensor formats. It enables easy mechanical integration and cross-manufacturer compatibility.
Technical characteristics:
Thread type: M12 × 0.5
Nominal diameter: 1 (12 mm)
Typical sensor sizes: up to approximately 1/2.5″ (depending on the lens design)
Typical applications for S-mount lenses
S-mount lenses are primarily used in applications that require compact camera systems:
Compact machine vision systems for simple inspection and detection tasks
Robotics and Automation with space-constrained camera integration
Traffic and Access Control when working at close range to the object
Medical and laboratory devices with integrated imaging units
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Further information about S-mount lenses
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