VA Imaging MER2-503-23GC-P-VA 2/3" Color CMOS (Sony IMX264) Camera, 5 Megapixels, 2448 x 2048, 23 fps, Global Shutter, C-Mount, GigE Vision Output

GigE Vision Camera IMX264

The Mercury 2 GigE camera lineup represents an industrial-grade vision camera equipped with a GigE interface. GigE remains the predominant interface for cameras utilized in standard machine vision setups. The Mercury 2 series incorporates sophisticated capabilities such as decimation, binning, pixel skipping, image reversal, and digital shifting. This particular model is suitable if your requirements include:
- An industrial-grade camera
- Cable runs up to 100 meters
- Cost-effective and straightforward cable installation
- Physical dimensions of 29x29x40.3mm
- Optional support for hardware triggering

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 criteria. The mean time between failure (MTBF) exceeds 400,000 hours, equating to approximately 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 considerably longer periods. For more insights on our product life cycle management, please consult this article.

Color industrial camera

A color industrial camera employs a Bayer filter array to generate color images. The RGB values for each pixel are computed by combining the pixel s own value with those of adjacent pixels, which typically results in images that are less sharp compared to monochrome cameras.
Because of the RGB filter overlay, each pixel captures roughly 66% fewer photons under white light conditions than a monochrome sensor, making color cameras less sensitive to light. To address this, the following approaches can be applied: - Enhance illumination
- Increase sensor gain
- Extend shutter speed or exposure duration
- Choose a sensor with higher light sensitivity
- Use a lens with greater light-gathering capability
Color industrial cameras are preferred in scenarios where color information is critical.

industrial GigE camera with PoE

Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology for GigE enables simultaneous transmission of power and data through a single standard Ethernet cable. This simplifies wiring and reduces installation time in setups that do not require hardware triggering or input/output connections. For applications needing I/O functionality, powering the camera via an I/O connector is recommended. Cameras powered by PoE consume more power and produce additional heat compared to those powered through the I/O interface. The PoE-enabled GigE camera has a larger form factor due to an extra PCB that separates Ethernet power from data signals and converts voltage levels. This additional hardware increases the cost relative to non-PoE models. The primary benefit of PoE is easier installation, as fewer cables are necessary.