VA Imaging MER2-160-75GC-VA 1/2.9" Color CMOS (Sony IMX273) Camera, 1.6 Megapixels, 1440 x 1080, 75 fps, Global Shutter, C-Mount, GigE Vision Output

GigE Vision Camera IMX273

The Mercury 2 GigE camera lineup consists of industrial-grade vision cameras equipped with a GigE interface. GigE remains the predominant connection standard for cameras in conventional machine vision systems. Currently, this camera model does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE). The Mercury 2 series offers advanced capabilities such as decimation, binning, pixel skipping, image reversal, and digital shifting. This specific model is suitable for your needs if your application meets the following criteria:
- An industrial-grade camera
- Cable runs up to 100 meters
- Cost-effective and straightforward cable installation
- Compact dimensions of 29x29x29mm
- Optional hardware trigger support

For additional technical details, please refer to the GigE vision camera manual.

MTBF, warranty & product life cycle

Daheng Imaging manufactures over 100,000 industrial cameras annually, adhering to stringent quality standards. The mean time between failure (MTBF) exceeds 400,000 hours (equivalent to 45 years of continuous operation). These industrial cameras hold TÜV Rheinland certification and come with a 3-year warranty. Each camera model remains available for a minimum of 7 years following its market release, with many models supported for significantly longer periods. For further insights into our product life cycle management, please consult this article.

Color industrial camera

An industrial color camera utilizes a Bayer filter array to generate color images. The RGB color value for each pixel is derived by processing the pixel s intensity alongside the values of adjacent pixels. This method results in images that are generally less sharp compared to those from monochrome cameras.
Because of the RGB filter overlay, each pixel captures approximately 66% fewer photons under white light conditions than a monochrome sensor. Consequently, color cameras exhibit lower light sensitivity than their monochrome counterparts. To address this limitation, the following adjustments can be made: - Enhance the lighting intensity
- Increase the sensor gain
- Extend shutter speed or exposure duration
- Choose a sensor with higher light sensitivity
- Select a lens optimized for greater light transmission
Color industrial cameras are primarily employed in scenarios where capturing color information is essential.

Industrial GigE camera without PoE

Power for an industrial GigE camera lacking PoE functionality is delivered through the I/O connector. This standard GigE camera variant is more cost-effective and produces less heat. Additionally, it is more compact than PoE-enabled models due to reduced hardware requirements. Using an industrial GigE camera without PoE necessitates always connecting an I/O cable.