Kowa LM16JC5M2 | 2/3" 16mm 5MP C-Mount Lens
Enhance Precision and Image Quality with Kowa LM16JC5M2 Lens for Machine Vision and Industrial Applications
Kowa is renowned for manufacturing high-performance lenses specifically designed for industrial and machine vision applications. The Kowa LM16JC5M2 16mm 5MP C-Mount Lens offers exceptional image quality with its 2/3" sensor compatibility and broad wavelength range from 400nm to 1000nm. This lens is optimized for machine vision systems and industrial automation, providing sharp resolution with its floating mechanism that eliminates optical aberrations. Designed to work seamlessly with popular sensors such as Sony IMX174, IMX252, and IMX273, it supports high-precision imaging in environments requiring detailed inspection or traffic monitoring.
This compact lens features a manual focus and aperture control, making it a versatile option for environments like Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and other demanding industrial sectors. Its robust construction allows it to perform consistently in temperatures ranging from -10°C to +50°C, ensuring reliability even in harsh conditions. With a low TV distortion of just 0.03% and a high center resolution of 160 lp/mm, it ensures superior clarity and precision.
Whether you're looking to enhance machine vision, streamline quality control, or improve ITS systems, the Kowa LM16JC5M2 is an ideal choice for achieving accuracy and reliability.
Features:
- 2/3" 5 Megapixel C-mount lens
- 16mm focal length for versatile applications
- Supports sensors with a pixel size of 3.5μm
- Floating mechanism for optical aberration correction
- Compatible with Sony IMX174, IMX252, IMX273, and more
- Broad wavelength range (400nm – 1000nm)
- Manual focus and aperture control
- Compact and robust design for industrial use
Applications:
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
- Traffic control and monitoring
- Industrial automation
- Precision inspection systems
- Robotics and machine guidance
- Factory quality control systems
- High-speed imaging systems
| Focal Length | 16mm |
| Lens Type | Fixed Focal Length |
| Image Size | 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 x 11mm) |
| Iris Range (F-Stop) | F1.4 - 16 |
| Angle of View 1/2" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 22.0 x 16.6 x 27.3° |
| Angle of View 1/1.8" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 24.7 x 18.6 x 30.6° |
| Angle of View 2/3" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 29.9 x 22.7 x 36.9° |
| TV Distortion | 0.03% |
| Minimum Object Focus Distance (1/2") (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 47.0 x 35.2 x 58.8mm |
| Minimum Object Focus Distance (1/1.8") (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 52.9 x 39.6 x 66.3mm |
| Minimum Object Focus Distance (2/3") (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 64.6 x 48.4 x 81.1mm |
| Focusing Range | 0.1m |
| Flange Back | 17.526mm in air |
| Back Focus | 11.6mm in air |
| Filter Thread Size | M30.5x0.5 |
| Front/Rear Effective Diameter | Front Φ24.5mm / Rear Φ16.6mm |
| Mount | C-Mount |
| Exit Pupil Location | -105.7mm |
| Temperature Range | -10°C ~ +50°C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20°C ~ +60°C |
| Resolution: Center/Corner | Center 160lp/mm / Corner 100lp/mm |
| Weight | 125g |



