OEM CMOS Cameras for High Dynamic Range Machine Vision
Pembroke Instruments supplies NIT Magic CMOS cameras and OEM CMOS sensor solutions for machine vision, industrial inspection, welding, additive manufacturing, quality control, and imaging applications where conventional cameras saturate in high-contrast scenes.
These visible CMOS cameras use patented high dynamic range pixel technology to capture stable images across very bright and dark regions in the same frame. With HDR performance up to 140 dB, 0.4 to 1.0 μm spectral coverage, USB3.0, GigE, and CameraLink options, Magic CMOS cameras are well suited for OEM integration and demanding industrial imaging environments.
High Dynamic Range Imaging
Capture scenes with bright reflections, intense illumination, welding arcs, laser light, or rapidly changing exposure conditions without saturation in a single frame.
- HDR up to 140 dB
- Single-frame high-contrast imaging
- Proprietary logarithmic response
OEM and Industrial Integration
Magic CMOS cameras are available in compact camera formats and interface options commonly required for machine vision and OEM system design.
- USB3.0, GigE, and CameraLink models
- Mono and color sensor options
- SDK support for custom software
Visible to Near-IR Response
The cameras provide useful quantum efficiency from approximately 350 to 1000 nm, supporting visible imaging and near-infrared edge applications.
- 0.4 to 1.0 μm spectral band
- 1.3 megapixel and WVGA configurations
- Designed for high-flux scenes
Magic CMOS Camera Models
Pembroke Instruments offers Magic CMOS camera configurations for USB3.0, GigE, and CameraLink integration. These cameras combine high dynamic range CMOS sensors with software and SDK support for industrial inspection and embedded vision systems.
Magic-V USB3 CMOS Camera
USB3.0 output with HDR up to 140 dB and proprietary logarithmic response. Available in 1.3 MP and WVGA resolutions.
- USB3.0 interface
- MagicVISION software
- SDK: C++, C#, Windows, Linux, Python
Magic-G GigE CMOS Camera
GigE output with HDR up to 140 dB for networked industrial machine vision and inspection systems.
- GigE interface
- 1.3 MP configuration
- NITViewerGIGE and SDK support
Magic-M CameraLink CMOS Camera
CameraLink output with Mini CameraLink connector for high-performance machine vision and OEM camera integration.
- CameraLink interface
- 1.3 MP and WVGA options
- MagicCAM software and SDK
OEM CMOS Sensors and Modules
Custom CMOS sensor and module options are available for OEM designs requiring compact form factor, HDR imaging, and embedded integration.
- Sensor and module integration support
- Visible / near-IR response
- OEM system design assistance
Magic CMOS Camera Specification Summary
The table below summarizes commonly referenced Magic CMOS configurations for system builders comparing interface, frame rate, sensor type, and readout mode.
| Model | Resolution / Pixel Size | Frame Rate | Sensor | Readout Mode | Interface |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1003-1VB | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 42 Hz | NSC1003 Mono | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | USB 3.0 |
| MC1003-1VF | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 42 Hz | NSC1003C Color with IR + UV cut filter | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | USB 3.0 |
| MC1003-1MB | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 37 Hz | NSC1003 Mono | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | CameraLink |
| MC1003-1MF | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 37 Hz | NSC1003C Color with IR + UV cut filter | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | CameraLink |
| MC1003-1GB | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 42 Hz | NSC1003 Mono | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | GigE |
| MC1003-1GF | 1280(H) x 1024(V), 6.8 μm | 28 Hz | NSC1003C Color with IR + UV cut filter | Rolling / Global shutter / Differential | GigE |
Applications for High Dynamic Range OEM CMOS Cameras
Welding and Additive Manufacturing
HDR CMOS imaging helps visualize very bright melt pools, arcs, and surrounding features in a single image without saturation.
Machine Vision and Industrial Inspection
Use Magic CMOS cameras for high-contrast production environments where reflections, glare, and changing illumination reduce conventional camera performance.
Quality Control and Process Monitoring
Monitor materials, surfaces, and process behavior across a wide dynamic range to improve inspection reliability and repeatability.
Transportation and Outdoor Imaging
HDR imaging supports scenes with shadows, bright highlights, daylight transitions, reflective surfaces, and variable exposure conditions.
Laser and High-Flux Imaging
Capture intense bright regions while preserving detail in darker surrounding areas for beam-related and high-flux visible imaging setups.
OEM Embedded Vision Systems
Integrate compact CMOS camera technology into custom instruments, inspection tools, and automated vision platforms.
Why Work with Pembroke Instruments?
Pembroke Instruments helps engineers and researchers select the right CMOS, SWIR, thermal, CCD, sCMOS, hyperspectral, or spectroscopy solution for the application instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all camera choice.
- Application-based product selection guidance
- Support for interface, lens, lighting, and software questions
- OEM and industrial integration experience
- Access to complementary imaging and spectroscopy technologies
Request OEM CMOS Camera Information
Tell us about your imaging scene, lighting conditions, dynamic range challenge, interface preference, and integration requirements. We can help identify the most appropriate Magic CMOS camera or OEM CMOS sensor solution.