Sony FCB-EW9500H 4K Block Camera – 30x Zoom, 2160p/60, HDMI, NDAA Compliant
The Sony FCB-EW9500H is a high-performance 4K block camera designed for professional surveillance, industrial imaging, robotics, UAV, and government-focused vision applications. Built around a 1/1.8-type STARVIS CMOS sensor with 4.17 megapixels, this camera delivers sharp Ultra HD 2160p video at up to 60 fps with excellent detail, sensitivity, and long-range imaging performance.
Equipped with a powerful 30x enhanced optical zoom, the Sony FCB-EW9500H gives integrators the flexibility to capture wide-area scenes and zoom in on distant targets without sacrificing image clarity. Advanced imaging features such as Wide Dynamic Range, Visibility Enhancer, Defog, 3D/2D noise reduction, and Super Image Stabilizer help maintain usable video in challenging lighting, motion, and weather conditions.
The FCBEW9500H also supports HDMI output and VISCA control, making it a strong choice for OEM integration into mobile platforms, monitoring systems, inspection equipment, and specialized camera assemblies. Its NDAA-compliant design adds value for security-sensitive and government-related deployments that require trusted sourcing and dependable imaging performance.
Features:
- 1/1.8-type STARVIS CMOS sensor with 4.17 MP imaging performance
- 4K Ultra HD video output up to 2160p/60
- 30x enhanced optical zoom for long-range image capture
- 36x Stable Zoom and 12x digital zoom capabilities
- HDMI output for high-resolution video integration
- Super Image Stabilizer with Super and Super+ modes
- Wide Dynamic Range, Visibility Enhancer, and Defog functions
- Excellent low-light sensitivity for demanding environments
- VISCA control support for system integration
- NDAA-compliant design for secure deployment requirements
Applications:
- Traffic monitoring and public safety systems
- Perimeter security and long-range surveillance
- Industrial inspection and automation platforms
- Robotics and unmanned vehicle vision systems
- UAV and aerial imaging applications
- Remote monitoring and infrastructure observation
- Broadcast, conferencing, and professional video systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sony FCB-EW9500H?
The Sony FCB-EW9500H is a 4K Ultra HD block camera designed for OEM, surveillance, industrial vision, robotics, UAV, and professional imaging applications. It features a 1/1.8-type STARVIS CMOS sensor, 30x enhanced optical zoom, HDMI output, and advanced image enhancement functions for demanding environments.
What resolution does the Sony FCB-EW9500H support?
The Sony FCB-EW9500H supports Ultra HD video output up to 2160p at 60 fps, making it a strong choice for applications that require detailed image capture, long-range viewing, and smooth video performance.
Does the Sony FCB-EW9500H have optical zoom?
Yes. The camera includes 30x enhanced optical zoom, along with 36x Stable Zoom and 12x digital zoom, allowing users to capture both wide scenes and distant subjects with greater detail.
Is the Sony FCB-EW9500H good for low-light imaging?
Yes. The FCB-EW9500H uses a high-sensitivity STARVIS CMOS sensor and supports advanced imaging functions such as Wide Dynamic Range, noise reduction, and visibility enhancement to improve performance in low-light and high-contrast scenes.
Is the Sony FCB-EW9500H NDAA compliant?
Yes. The Sony FCB-EW9500H is promoted as an NDAA-compliant block camera, making it suitable for government, public sector, security, and other regulated deployments where sourcing compliance is important.
What video output does the Sony FCB-EW9500H use?
The Sony FCB-EW9500H provides HDMI output for high-resolution digital video integration. This makes it useful for systems requiring clean 4K video output in compact camera block designs.
What control protocol does the Sony FCB-EW9500H support?
The camera supports VISCA control, which allows integrators to manage zoom, focus, exposure, and other camera functions within compatible control systems and embedded applications.
What are common applications for the Sony FCB-EW9500H?
Common applications include perimeter surveillance, traffic monitoring, industrial inspection, robotics, UAV imaging, remote monitoring, broadcast systems, and other professional vision systems that need compact 4K zoom camera performance.
Does the Sony FCB-EW9500H include image stabilization?
Yes. The camera includes Super Image Stabilizer modes that help reduce the effects of vibration and movement, making it especially useful for mobile platforms, outdoor monitoring, and long-range zoom applications.
Why choose the Sony FCB-EW9500H for OEM integration?
The Sony FCB-EW9500H combines 4K resolution, 30x zoom, HDMI output, strong low-light sensitivity, VISCA control, and advanced image processing in a compact block camera format, making it a strong solution for OEM and system integration projects.
| Image Sensor | 1/1.8-type STARVIS CMOS Sensor (4.17M pixels) |
| Output Image Size (H x V) | 2688 x 1512 2560 x 1440 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 |
| Signal System | 2160p/60, 2160p/59.94, 2160p/50, 2160p/30, 2160p/29.97, 2160p/25, 1080p/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 (1/4 s or 1/3 s) ICR-Off mode: 0.00008 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s), 0.00005 lx (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 (1/4 s or 1/3 s) ICR-Off mode: 0.00063 lx (Shutter Speed: 1/30 s) |
| Recommended Illumination | 100 lx - 100,000 lx |
| Gain | Auto/Manual (0 dB - 50.0 dB), 0 - 28 steps |
| Shutter Speed | 1/1 - 1/10000 s, 22 steps |
| Sync System | Internal |
| Exposure Control | 0 dB - +- 10.5 dB, 15 steps |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| Gamma | Standar/Straight Gamma |
| Aperture Control | 16 steps |
| White Balance | Auto, 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 |
| Zoom | 30x Enhanced Optical Zoom 36x Stable Zoom 12x Digital Zoom |
| Lens | f = 6.5 mm (wide) to 162.5 mm (tele), F1.6 - 4.8 |
| Zoom Mode | Standard Mode / Variable Mode / Direct Mode |
| Zoom Movement Speed | Wide end - Tele end - 4.8 sec. (Focus Tracking ON), 2.9 sec (Focus tracking OFF) Wide end - Digital 12x tele - 6.1 sec. (29.97p/59.94p), 6.4 sec (25p/50p) Digital wide - Digital 12x tele - 1.4 sec. (29.97p/59.94p), 1.6 sec (25p/50p) |
| Focusing System | Auto Focus (Normal AF, Interval AF, Zoom Trigger AF (Sensitivity: normal, low), Manual (Standard, Variable, Direct), One Push Trigger, Full Scan One Push, Near Limit, ICR-on Correction, Spot Focus |
| Focus Movement Time | ∞-Near: 1.4 sec. |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 58.1°-2.3° |
| Minimum Object Distance (wide end to tele end) | 100 mm - 1200 mm |
| Auto ICR | Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range (Wide-D) | Yes |
| Visibility Enhancer | Yes |
| Defog | Yes (low/mid/high) |
| Noise Reduction | Yes (3D + 2D / Independent setting (3D, 2D) |
| Progressive Scan Mode | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Spot Light Avoidance | Yes |
| Motion Detection | Yes |
| Privacy Zone Masking | Yes |
| Alarm | Yes |
| Slow AE Response | Yes |
| Picture Effects | Black White (Monochrome Image) |
| Picture Freeze | Yes |
| Electronic-Flip (E-FLIP) | Yes |
| Mirror Image | Yes |
| Slow Shutter | Yes |
| Temperature Readout | Yes |
| Title Display | Yes (20 characters / line, max. 11 lines) |
| Camera Mode Display | Yes (English) |
| Video Output | Digital: Y/Pb/Pr 4:2:(HDMI) Y:8bit. C:8bit RGB 4:4:4(HDMI) R:8bit G:8bit B:8bit |
| Camera Control Interface | VISCA 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 Requirements | 7.0 V - 12.0 V DC |
| Power Consumption | 4.6 W (When motor operates: 6.3W) |
| Operating Temperature | -5 °C - +60 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - +60 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20% - 95% (Absolute humidity : 36 g/m3) |
| Storage Humidity | 20% - 95% (Absolute humidity : 36 g/m3) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 56.0 x 64.0 x 125 mm |
| Mass | Approx. 439 g |
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