Omron STC-MCS1242POE Small GigE Vision Area Scan Camera, 12MP Color, Sony IMX226 CMOS, PoE

The Omron STC-MCS1242POE is a compact 12 megapixel GigE Vision area scan camera designed for machine vision and inspection tasks that demand high resolution and stable network-based integration. Its Sony IMX226 1/1.7" CMOS sensor with 4,000 × 3,000 effective pixels delivers detailed color images at up to 9.2 fps, making it ideal for capturing fine features on fast-moving production lines and precision assemblies.​

With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, GigE Vision 2.1 protocol, and a standard C‑mount interface, this camera simplifies installation, cabling, and system scalability in industrial environments across North America, Europe, and other global manufacturing hubs. Its low power consumption, robust aluminum housing, and flexible trigger and ROI modes support reliable 24/7 operation in automated inspection, quality control, and embedded imaging systems.

Features:

• 12MP resolution – 4,000 (H) × 3,000 (V) effective pixels for detailed inspection and measurement
• Sony IMX226 CMOS – 1/1.7" rolling shutter / global reset color sensor with 1.85 µm pixel pitch for high precision imaging
• GigE Vision 2.1 – 1000BASE‑T interface with GigE Vision 2.1 support for standard machine vision connectivity and control
• PoE and external power – Power over Ethernet (IEEE802.3af Class 1) or external 10.8–26.4 VDC supply for flexible integration
• Low power consumption – Less than 4.1 W via PoE, less than 3.4 W via external power to reduce thermal load in compact systems
• Compact C‑mount housing – 29 × 29 × 53 mm aluminum body with C‑mount for a wide range of lenses and tight mechanical envelopes
• Advanced image control – Full scan and ROI modes, exposure from 213 µs to 16.777 s, analog gain 0–15 dB, digital gain ×1–×3, and gamma 0.1–4.0
• Flexible pixel formats – Mono8/10/12, BayerRG8/10/12 (packed formats), and RGB8 for color pipelines and host processing flexibility
• Synchronization and events – Edge preset trigger, pulse width trigger, free‑run, chunk, event, and PTP (IEEE1588) support for multi‑camera systems
• User configuration – Up to eight user settings, defective pixel correction (up to 2,048 pixels), and auto/manual/push white balance control
  
  

Applications:

• Electronics inspection
• PCB inspection
• Assembly verification
• Robotics vision
• Metrology imaging
• Packaging inspection
• Print verification
• Medical devices
• Laboratory automation
• Traffic imaging