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Fujinon introduces new HF-XA 5/3 Megapixel lens line

Fujinon’s new HF-XA lenses are optically 5MP in the center, 3 MP at the edges, but are priced at the same or less than competitors 2-3MP lenses.

Other 2-3MP lenses are rated only for their centers, in turn, as you get off axis the quality diminishes.  

Fuji’s lenses are 3MP at the edges and even higher at the center!











Features of the new Fujinon HF-XA Series include

  • Support up to 5 Megapixels in lens center, 3 Megapixel at edge. 
  • 2/3″ sensor format
  • Maintains edge to edge sharpness that fully resolves pixel pitches down to 4.4um
  • Compact and lightweight body with a diameter of 29.5mm.  Fits nicely with common 29mm cube cameras!
  • Designed for installation convenience – Three screw holes are provided on the iris and focus rings for affixing the lens in place.  When screwing down the lenses iris and focus rings in tight spaces, you can choose from those positions for greater installation convenience.  
Fujinon HF-XA main specifications as follows  –  Full data sheets can be found HERE







































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Ultra High resolution cameras up to 100MP! – Solutions for high end aerial surveillance to industrial

Need high resolution cameras for UAV, aerial surveillance, GIS mapping or high end industrial applications to name a few?

1st Vision is pleased to announce our partnership with Phase One Industrial!  

With resolutions from 50 to 100 MP, Phase One’s IXU cameras are the worlds smallest and lightest integrated digital medium format cameras on the market.  


With choice of ultra-high Megapixels sensors and lens options, a solution is available for standalone use, building an array for oblique / nadir photography or medium format photography (larger than 35mm formats).  Phase One has solutions for everything from small UAV’s to large manned aircraft and many higher end industrial applications.  

Applications include: 

  • Aerial surveillance
  • Mapping
  • Forestry, vegetation identification, agricultural crop monitoring
  • Asset management
  • 3D modeling
  • Crowd monitoring
  • Oil and gas pipeline & Power line monitoring
  • Coastal surveillance

Camera features include:

  • Resolutions to 100 MP
  • Auto Exposure modes
  • Small form factor – Allows for easy integration into gyro stabilization mounts or belly holes in many aircraft.
  • Forward motion compensation – Compensates for image blurring occurring as a result of slower shutter speeds or faster flight speeds.
  • Compatible with leading flight management systems and GPS receivers
  • Near IR capabilities
  • RS 232 for full lens control
  • Free Capture and Edit software


Accuracy

Each Phase One camera design undergoes rigorous testing for vibrations and temperature ranges. Every camera is subjected to tests for functionality and performance as it goes through the assembly process. Despite the in-flight vibrations and sudden movements during takeoff or landing that the camera might be exposed to, the consistency and the rigidity of the camera and lens provide metric data with pinpoint accuracy for mapping and other industrial applications.
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Advanced Illumination Eurobright Illuminators combine lights and an intelligent controller.. All for the price of a light!

Advanced Illumination has released their new EuroBright lighting product line.  The new lighting line provides the highest levels of strobed or continuous operation using “FlexTech” technology and does not require additional controllers.  

FlexTech™ is Advanced Illumination’s exclusive technology collection which they have spent years perfecting. This consists of self-sustaining technologies for your system protection and your peace of mind.

The EuroBright Series consists of 6 styles of illuminator’s providing various lighting geometries from area illumination to back lighting.  Each light style can be ordered in various wavelengths and has self contained electronics allowing continuous or strobe operation.  

EuroBright Illuminators are feature rich with the following key features:

  • Low cost, feature-rich design
  • Robust IP67 enclosures
  • On-board smart driver – seamlessly provides strobe or continuous operation
  • Adaptive Overdrive – Optimized power under all strobe conditions
  • Adaptive Power – Optimal heat damage protection
  • Daisy-chain options in select models
  • Red, White and Blue wavelengths available.  

What are the benefits of FlexTech technology?  

In essence, FlexTech technology maximizes intensity even in varied temperature conditions ensuring the illuminator is providing maximum performance and protected.  

You do not have to worry about over driving the light source.. FlexTech does this for you!

What benefits does FlexTechnology bring to EuroBright Illuminators? 

Adaptive Overdrive

Adaptive Overdrive™ shapes the output pulse of the illuminator to maximize the intensity seen in the image. This technology allows for a very flexible on-board driver where the output is always performing at its peak with any camera exposures.



Adaptive Power

Adaptive Power allows for the user to “train” the light to operate in varied external temperatures. This was designed primarily for the EuroBrite™ Series of lights. Training allows the controller to identify the correct operational current such that the light does not overheat. Adaptive Power guarantees maximum brightness and lifetime regardless of the installation.

Smart Power Allocation
Smart Power Allocation performs load-balancing to be sure each individual channel on a controller is always being utilized to its fullest. Rather than relying on a fixed “current” for a light, factors such as voltage and string combination are considered in determining the correct operating range. Standard products have up to a 30% higher output with this feature enabled.

Packed with features, EuroBright illuminators are one of the most advanced lights on the market for a great price!  Email us with your contact details for a quote.


Need help to ID the correct lighting for your application?  We have a lighting expert on staff to discuss how to solve your application!  

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

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High Speed cameras meet low cost with ON-SEMI Python sensors – Starting @ $425 for 800 fps!

The evolution of the next generation of CMOS sensors continues to transform the camera market with high frame rates coupled with prices starting at $425!  ON Semiconductor image sensors are now main stream in several camera lines with interfaces in USB3 and GigE along with offering color, monochrome and NIR variations. 

ON Semiconductor sensors provide exceptional image performance and speed due to multiple LVDS lanes in the sensors running at 720Mbps.  With VGA resolutions achieving frame rates up to 862 frames / second (fps).  




Have a need for Speed?  Partial scan with USB3.0 or GigE with TurboDrive can dramatically increase frame rates!

Partial scan modes can be programmed to crop a specific number of lines within an image.  A vertical offset can be programmed to set the location of the partial scan.  This results in faster frame rates as there are less lines being transferred.  

The combination of high speed sensor and faster interfaces, coupled with partial scan results in incredible frame rates!

1st Vision has conducted tests showing various resolutions and frame rates that can be achieved using the ON Semiconductor Python 1300 (1280 x 1040 image sensor).  We conducted these tests using a USB3.0 camera and a GigE camera using Dalsa’s TurboDrive.     


Test Results: 



The chart to the left shows various frame rates achieved using partial scan’s.  







Note: USB3.0 is typically faster than GigE, however using Dalsa’s TurboDrive, data transfer can be increased exceeding USB3.0!

The ON Semi Python 1300 is one resolution of several found in various cameras;  VGA being one of the fastest with 862 fps in full frame.  Using partial scan modes set to 8 lines, we can reach in excess of 10K fps using the VGA sensor in Dalsa’s new Nano M640.

Do you need to know the frame rates for your specific application?  Contact us and we’d be happy to run some tests for you!   1st Vision can discuss the application and help select the best camera using either USB3 or GigE interfaces.  

Want to select cameras by sensor, frame rate or interface (to name a few)?  Test drive our new Camera Selector!  

1st Vision has extensive knowledge in industrial imaging and can help answer any questions.  We have over 100 years of combined knowledge and look forward to discussing your application.  

Please do not hesitate to Contact us!  1st Vision can provide a complete solution including cameras, lenses, lighting and cables.  

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