Watec WAT‑08U2 1/2.8” Ultra Low Light Miniature USB Camera, Full HD 1080p M12 Lens Mount
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Compact Full HD USB camera with ultra low light capability. The Watec WAT-08U2 delivers 1080p video at 30 fps with exceptional clarity and minimal noise, ideal for industrial, surveillance, and embedded vision applications.
The Watec WAT-08U2 miniature USB camera delivers exceptional clarity and performance in ultra low light environments. Powered by a 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor with 2.9 µm pixels, it captures razor-sharp Full HD 1080p video at 30 fps using selectable MJPEG or YUY2 compression. With an ultra-sensitive threshold of 0.07 lx (F2.0, AGC ON, 1/7.5 s), this compact camera produces bright, true-color images where conventional cameras fail, making it ideal for low-illumination surveillance and industrial inspections.
Designed for plug-and-play integration, the WAT08U2 features a durable M12 lens mount and a special low-profile USB connector that simplifies embedded installations. Its robust digital adjustment settings—including gamma, sharpness, AGC, and backlight compensation—allow professional-grade image tuning. Compact, efficient, and engineered for reliability, the WAT-08U2 stands as the premium choice for OEM, research, and security imaging applications.
Features:
- 1/2.8" CMOS sensor with 2.9 µm pixels for high-quality imaging.
- Full HD 1920×1080 at 30 fps with MJPEG/YUY2 output.
- Ultra low light performance down to 0.07 lx (F2.0).
- USB Video Class (UVC) compliant, plug‑and‑play ready.
- Compact and lightweight (approx. 18 g).
- Specialized USB connector for reduced depth integration.
- M12 lens mount with fixing ring for secure focus.
- Adjustable gamma, AGC, sharpness, and backlight compensation.
- Compatible with Windows 10/11 and Android OS.
Applications:
- Surveillance systems
- Machine vision
- Embedded robotics
- Portable imaging
- Medical devices
- Laboratory inspection
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8 inch CMOS image sensor |
| Number of effective pixels | 1945(H) × 1097(V) |
| Unit cell size | 2.9μm(H) × 2.9μm(V) |
| Imaging system | RGB primary color bayer arrangement mosaic filters on chip |
| Synchronizing system | Internal |
| Scanning system | Progressive |
| Output size | 1920x1080, 1280x720, 640x480, 320x240 |
| Max. frame rate | 30 fps |
| Video compression | MJPG, YUY2 |
| Video outputs | USB Video Class (Compatible) |
| Resolution (H) | More than 900 (Center) |
| Minimum illumination | 0.3 lx F2.0 (AGC ON=36dB, Shutter=OFF) 0.07 lx F2.0 (AGC ON=36dB, Shutter=1/7.5 sec.) |
| S/N | - |
| Function settings | Camera Viewer |
| AE mode | Fixed: 1/15, 1/7.5, 1/4 sec. 1/30, 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec. EI: 1/30 - 1/8000 sec. 1/7.5 - 1/8000 sec. |
| White balance | ATW, MWB |
| AGC | ON: 0 - 36dB OFF: - |
| MGC | 0 - 72dB (1dB step) |
| Gamma characteristics | γ≒USER (Level adjustable) |
| Noise reduction | - |
| Wide dynamic range | - |
| Lens iris | - |
| Back light compensation | BLC |
| White blemish correction | - |
| Sharpness | Level adjustable |
| Defog | - |
| Digital zoom | ×1, ×1.38, ×2.25 *1 ×1, ×1.2, ×1.5 *2 |
| Privacy mask | - |
| Mirror image | - |
| Freeze | - |
| Motion detection | - |
| Neg. image | - |
| Interface | USB (High speed) |
| Power supply | USB +5V |
| Power consumption | 0.75W (150mA) |
| Operating / Storage Temperature | -10 - +50℃ / -30 - +70℃ |
| Operating / Storage Humidity | 95% RH or less (Without condensation) |
| Lens mount | M12 P=0.5 |
| Standard lens | M3620BC-12 (f3.6 F2.0) |
| Weight | Approx. 18g |
| Accessories | USB cable (USB2.0 Standard-A), M12 Lens Fixing Ring |
| Recommended System Specifications | CPU: Intel® Core TM i Series RAM: 2GB or larger Others: USB2.0 Port, 1920×1080 or better resolution display |
| Operation Confirmed OS | Windows 10 32bit/64bit, Windows 11, Android 4.0 or later |
