Sony FCB-EV9520L

30X Zoom Full HD Block Camera with STARVIS 2 Sensor

NDAA Compliant

Quick Overview

The Sony FCB-EV9520L is a Full HD NDAA compliant block camera featuring a STARVIS 2 CMOS sensor, 30X optical zoom, and advanced image stabilization. Designed for low-light, long-range imaging in OEM, surveillance, UAV, robotics, and industrial inspection applications.

The NDAA compliant Sony FCBEV9520L is a high-performance Full HD block camera module designed for demanding imaging environments. Built around Sony’s STARVIS 2 CMOS sensor, it delivers excellent low-light sensitivity, reduced noise, and stable imaging across long-range zoom levels.

Compared to earlier Sony FCB models such as the FCB-EV7520L, the FCB-EV9520L offers improved low-light sensitivity, updated image processing, and enhanced stabilization, making it better suited for modern surveillance and autonomous platforms.

Features:

  • STARVIS 2 sensor for superior low-light performance
  • 30X optical zoom for long-distance imaging
  • 1080p Full HD video output up to 60fps
  • Advanced image stabilization for mobile platforms
  • Compact block camera design for OEM integration

Applications:

  • Border and perimeter surveillance
  • UAV and UGV imaging systems
  • Traffic monitoring and ITS
  • Industrial inspection and automation
  • Robotics and AI vision systems
  • Marine and mobile surveillance
Image Sensor  
(Number of effective pixels)
1/2.8-type STARVIS 2 IMX662 CMOS Sensor (Approx. 2.13M pixels)
Output Image Size (H x V)1920x1080, 1280x720
Signal System1080p/60, 1080p/59.94, 1080p/50, 1080p/30, 1080p/29.97, 1080p/25,  1080i/60, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 720p/60, 720p/59.94, 720p/50, 720p/30, 720p/29.97, 720p/25

Minimum Illumination (50%, High Sensitivity Mode ON)

ICR-Off mode: 0.009 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s), 0.0012 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/4 s or 1/3 s) 
ICR-On mode: 0.00008 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s), 0.000005 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/4 s or 1/3 s, 30%)
Minimum Illumination (50%, High Sensitivity Mode OFF)ICR-Off mode: 0.09 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s), 0.012 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/4 s or 1/3 s) 

ICR-On mode: 0.00063 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s)
Recommended Illumination100 lx to 100,000 lx
Image S/N50 dB (Weight On)
GainAuto/Manual (0 dB to 50.0 dB), 0 to 28 steps
Shutter Speed1/1 to 1/10000 s, 22 steps
Sync SystemInternal
Exposure Control0 dB to ± 10.5 dB, 15 steps
Backlight CompensationYes
GammaStandard/Straight Gamma
Aperture Control16 steps
White BalanceAuto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push WB, Manual WB, Outdoor Auto, Sodium Vapor Lamp (Fix/Auto/Outdoor Auto), Spot AWB
AE (Auto Exposure Mode)Full Auto, Manual, Priority mode (shutter/iris), EV compensation, Spot AE, Slow AE
Lens (wide to tele)30x optical zoom
f= 4.3 mm to 129 mm, F1.6 to F4.7
Zoom ModeStandard Mode / Variable Mode / Direct Mode
Digital Zoom12x (360x with optical zoom)
Zoom Movement Speed
Wide end to Tele end4.8 s (Focus Tracking ON) 3.0 s (Focus Tracking OFF)
Wide end to Digital 12x tele5.7 s (Focus Tracking ON) 3.0 s (Focus Tracking OFF)
Digital wide to Digital 12x tele6.0 s (59.94p mode) 6.3 s (50p mode)  
7.0 s (29.97p mode) 7.3 s (25p mode)
Focusing SystemAuto Focus (Normal AF, Interval AF, Zoom Trigger AF 
[Sensitivity: normal, low]), Manual (Standard, Variable, Direct), One Push Trigger, Full Scan One Push Trigger, Near Limit, ICR-on Correction, Spot Focus
Focus Movement Time∞ to Near:1.4 s
Horizontal Viewing Angle (wide to tele)Distortion Compensation Off : 64.0° to 2.4°
Distortion Compensation On : 61.5° to 2.3°
Minimum Object Distance  (wide end to tele end)10 mm to 1200 mm
Camera Features
Auto ICRYes:ON (B&W/Color)
Wide Dynamic Range (Wide-D)Yes
Visibility EnhancerYes
DefogYes (low/mid/high)
Noise ReductionYes (3D + 2D / Independent setting (3D, 2D))
Progressive Scan ModeYes
Image StabilizationYes: Super image stabilizer (Super / Super+)
StableZoom*1Yes
Spot Light AvoidanceYes
Motion DetectionYes
Privacy Zone MaskingYes
AlarmYes
Slow AE ResponseYes
Picture EffectsBlack White (Monochrome Image)
Picture FreezeYes
Electronic-Flip (E-FLIP)Yes
Mirror ImageYes
Slow ShutterYes
Temperature ReadoutYes
Title DisplayYes (20 characters / line, max. 11 lines)
Camera Mode DisplayYes (English)
Video OutputDigital : Y/Pb/Pr 4:2:2 (LVDS) 
(Y: 8 bit, C: 8 bit, Vsync, Hsync, Field, Clock) (SMPTE274M/SMPTE296M)
Camera Control InterfaceVISCA protocol (CMOS 3.3V Level, 5.5V tolerance); Baud Rate : 9.6 kbps, 19.2 kbps, 38.4 kbps, 115.2 kbps, Stop bit: 1 bit
Power Requirements7.0 V to 12.0 V DC
Power Consumption4.4 W (during motor operation: 5.4 W) 
Operating Temperature-5 °C  to +60 °C  (23 °F to +140 °F)
Storage Temperature-20 °C  to +60 °C  (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Operating Humidity20% to 80% (Absolute humidity: 36 g/m3)
Storage Humidity20% to 95% (Absolute humidity: 36 g/m3)
Dimensions (W x H x D)50 x 60 x 89.7 (2 x 2 3/8 x 3 5/8 in.)
MassApprox. 239 g (8.4 oz)


Frequently Asked Questions

What video resolution does the FCB-EV9520L support?
It outputs Full HD 1920×1080 video at up to 60 fps.
What zoom capability does this camera offer?
It features a powerful 30× optical zoom lens (4.3 mm – 129 mm).
How does it perform in low-light conditions?
It uses a STARVIS 2 CMOS sensor with extremely high sensitivity for excellent low-light imaging.
Does the camera include image stabilization?
Yes, it includes Super Image Stabilizer (Super / Super+) to reduce vibration blur.
What video output and control interface does it use?
It provides digital LVDS output and supports the VISCA control protocol.