Ximea MC203MG-SY 20.3MP Monochrome USB3 Industrial Camera with Sony IMX541 CMOS Global Shutter, 1.1" Format, 18 FPS, 26.4 x 26.4 x 42 mm
The Ximea MC203MG-SY is a high-resolution monochrome industrial camera engineered for precision-critical imaging applications. At its core is the Sony IMX541 1.1" CMOS sensor, delivering an impressive 20.3 megapixels (4512 × 4512) with a global shutter for accurate image capture of fast-moving scenes. With a pixel size of 2.74 µm and a dynamic range of 70.4 dB, this camera provides detailed, low-noise images with exceptional contrast. The camera achieves frame rates up to 18 FPS while outputting raw 8, 10, or 12-bit data, making it ideal for applications that demand clarity and consistency.
The USB 3.1 Gen1 interface offers fast data throughput at 5 Gbit/s with minimal latency. The compact 26.4 × 26.4 × 42.0 mm housing supports seamless integration into embedded systems and tight industrial setups. Hardware-level features include region-of-interest readout, 2x2 binning, a wide exposure range from 15 µs to 30 s, and robust GPIO support. With support for programmable gain up to 24 dB, backside illumination, auto exposure, and pixel-level correction, the MC203MGSY excels in fields such as UAV photogrammetry, medical imaging, 3D scanning, AR/VR, and semiconductor inspection.
Features:
- 20.3 MP Sony IMX541 monochrome CMOS sensor
- Global shutter with 4512 × 4512 resolution
- USB 3.1 Gen1 interface, 5 Gbit/s data rate
- 18 frames per second at full resolution
- 2.74 µm pixel size, 1.1" optical format
- Dynamic range: 70.4 dB
- Full well capacity: 10,000 e⁻
- Compact form factor: 26.4 x 26.4 x 42.0 mm
- On-chip 2x2 binning and decimation
- Auto exposure, gain, white balance, LUT, FFC
- GPIO: 3 inputs, 3 outputs, trigger & strobe
- C-mount lens compatibility
- USB3 Vision, CE, FCC, RoHS compliant
Applications:
- Aerial mapping & photogrammetry with UAVs
- Medical imaging, ophthalmology, histology
- Virtual & augmented reality motion tracking
- High-speed quality inspection and metrology
- Scientific microscopy & life sciences
- Precision industrial automation & robotics
- Broadcasting and high-speed motion replay
- 3D scanning, FACS, face and eye tracking
| Sensor Vendor | Sony |
|---|---|
| Sensor | IMX541 |
| Sensor Technology | CMOS Pregius™ |
| Sensor Type | Monochrome |
| Shutter Type | Global Shutter |
| Sensor Active Area | 12 x 12 mm |
| Sensor Diagonal | 17.5 mm |
| Resolution | 20.3 MP (4512 x 4512) |
| Pixel Size | 2.74 µm |
| Frame Rate | 18 fps |
| Dynamic Range | 70.4 dB |
| Readout Noise | 2.3 e⁻ |
| Full Well Capacity | 10,000 e⁻ |
| Peak QE | 74% |
| Spectral Range | 400–1000 nm |
| Bit Depth | 8, 10, 12-bit RAW |
| Max Gain (Analog) | 24 dB |
| On-Chip Binning/Decimation | 2x2 |
| Color Models | Mono |
| Interface | USB 3.1 Gen1, 5 Gbit/s |
| Connector | USB3 Micro-B (USB Type-C optional) |
| Power Consumption | 3.2 W |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 26.4 × 26.4 × 42.0 mm |
| Weight | 37.5 g |
| Lens Mount | C-mount (CS, F-mount optional) |
| Exposure Time Range | 15 µs to 30 s |
| Trigger | Yes, hardware & software |
| GPIO | 3 Inputs / 3 Outputs |
| Cooling | No sensor cooling, natural convection with optional heatsink |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to +60°C |
| Backside Illumination | Yes |
| Auto Gain/Exposure | Yes |
| Auto White Balance | Yes (N/A for Mono) |
| LUT (Look-Up Table) | Yes |
| Flat Field Correction | Yes (FFC) |
| Defect Pixel Correction | Yes, up to 5000 hot pixels |
| Image Orientation | Horizontal & vertical flip |
| Software | XIMEA API/SDK, xiAPI, GenICam compatible |
| Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| Compliances | CE, FCC, RoHS, USB3 Vision |
