VA Imaging VEN-230-168U3C 1/1.2" Color CMOS (Sony IMX174) Boardlevel Camera, 2.3 Megapixels, 1920 x 1200, 168 fps, Global Shutter, C-Mount, USB 3.0 Output

USB3 Vision OEM Camera

The Venus USB3.0 FPC camera lineup features an industrial boardlevel camera equipped with a USB3.0 interface. It incorporates a unique FPC connector that minimizes the size compared to a conventional USB3.0 connector. This design results in a more compact camera, simplifying integration into various devices. Additionally, an optional small PCB adapter is available to convert the FPC connector to a USB3 Micro B connector, facilitating straightforward camera testing. USB3.0 offers an ideal interface for cameras requiring high resolution and rapid frame rates. Moreover, this interface is well-suited for embedded systems such as Raspberry Pi 4, NVIDIA Jetson Nano, TX1, TX2, Tegra TK1, and Xavier.

This camera model is particularly suitable if your application meets these criteria:
- A highly compact camera size (29x29x33.3mm) with an ultra-compact connection interface is needed
- FPC cable options of 100, 200, or 500mm
- Only a single cable connection is desired
- Compatibility with PCs and embedded platforms: ARM V7 & ARM V8
- Support for hardware triggering

Warranty & Product Life Cycle

Daheng Imaging manufactures over 100,000 industrial cameras annually, adhering to stringent quality standards. These industrial cameras hold TÃœV 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 details on our product life cycle management, check this article.

Industrial Color Camera

A color camera employs a Bayer filter array to generate color images. The RGB value for each pixel is computed by combining the pixel’s own value with those of its surrounding pixels. This processing results in images that are less sharp compared to monochrome cameras. Because of the RGB filter, each pixel captures up to 66% fewer photons under white light conditions than a monochrome sensor, making color cameras less sensitive to light. To address this limitation, the following adjustments can be made:
- Increase illumination
- Raise the gain setting
- Extend shutter speed or exposure time
- Choose a sensor with higher light sensitivity
- Use a lens with better light-gathering capability
Compared to typical security cameras and webcams, industrial color cameras feature larger, more light-sensitive pixels, delivering superior image quality.