Ximea MC161MG-SY 16.1MP Monochrome USB3 Industrial Camera with Sony IMX542 CMOS Global Shutter Sensor, 22 FPS, 26.4 x 26.4 x 42 mm

The Ximea MC161MG-SY is an industrial-grade monochrome camera featuring a cutting-edge 16.1 megapixel SONY IMX542 CMOS sensor with global shutter technology, ideal for precise and distortion-free image capture. With a native resolution of 5328 x 3040 pixels and a 1.1" sensor size, this camera delivers crisp, high-definition images at up to 22 frames per second. Its compact dimensions (26.4 x 26.4 x 42 mm) and low weight (37.5 g) allow integration into tight spaces while maintaining excellent optical performance. The pixel size of 2.74 µm and backside illumination technology optimize sensitivity and quantum efficiency (peak QE of 74%), making it suitable for a broad range of machine vision applications requiring fine detail and accuracy.

The camera connects via a USB 3.1 Gen1 Micro-B interface offering 5 Gbit/s data transfer speeds—up to four times faster than GigE and ten times faster than USB 2.0—ensuring rapid data throughput and minimal latency. It supports 8, 10, and 12-bit RAW pixel output, along with advanced features such as on-chip downsampling, hardware triggering, region of interest (ROI), and flexible GPIO configuration. The MC161MGSY operates with low power consumption (3.2 W) and natural convection cooling, functioning reliably within 0 to 50 °C ambient temperature. Standard C-mount lenses can be used, with options for CS mount, S-mount adapters, and board-level integration to suit various OEM needs.

Features:

• 16.1 MP Monochrome SONY IMX542 CMOS sensor with global shutter
• Resolution: 5328 x 3040 pixels, 1.1" sensor size
• Frame rate: up to 22 FPS
• Compact camera size: 26.4 x 26.4 x 42 mm, 37.5 grams
• USB 3.1 Gen1 interface with 5 Gbit/s data transfer speed
• Supports 8, 10, and 12-bit RAW pixel data output
• Pixel size: 2.74 µm with backside illumination for enhanced sensitivity
• Global shutter ensures distortion-free imaging of moving objects
• Hardware trigger, exposure strobe, and flexible GPIO inputs/outputs
• On-chip downsampling and ROI (region of interest) for optimized data capture
• Standard C-mount lens with options for CS, S-mount adapters, and board-level integration
• Low power consumption: 3.2 Watts, natural convection cooling
• Wide operating temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
• Compliant with CE, FCC, RoHS, GenICam/GenTL, USB 3.0 SuperSpeed, USB3 Vision standards
• Programmable via SDKs supporting C++, C#, Python

Applications:

• Ultra-fast scanning: 3D scanning, face and eye tracking, body scanners, people counting
• Virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR): motion capture, 360° panorama, head-mounted cameras
• Medical and scientific imaging: ophthalmology, histology, retinal imaging, microscopy
• Aerial mapping: photogrammetry, UAV/UAS mapping, autonomous vehicle vision
• Broadcasting: instant replays, sports motion analysis (golf swings, tennis, hockey, etc.)
• Quality inspection: semiconductor wafer scanning, photovoltaics, flat panel displays, metrology
• Industrial automation: robotic arms, machine vision, precision molding, robotic welding
• Low latency streaming: LoLa audio/video streaming for education and presentations