PixelCam
PixelCam multispectral cameras provide live imaging of 3-9 spectral bands at video rates. Simultaneous multi-channel “snapshot” acquisition delivers quality, real-time data without scene change or pixel shift. Custom dichroic filter arrays are integrated into the focal plane array at wafer level to create robust linear and area sensors that extract high-contrast spectral information at specific visible and infrared wavelengths. This breakthrough technology enables easy integration into a handheld, mobile, and aerial cameras – all with the same frame rate, size, weight, and power consumption as monochrome cameras.
PixelCam cameras are fabricated to user-defined wavelengths. The unique combination of high-speed, multi-band imaging and small form factor supports various dedicated applications, including agriculture, biomedical, machine vision, surveillance, authentication, and unmanned systems. Customized OEM multispectral camera modules are engineered from the wafer level to deliver scalable volume production and easy integration into handheld or portable devices. Standard PixelCam camera modules are available for 4-band and 6-band RGB+NIR and SWIR wavelengths.
4MP Camera with RGB+NIR Channels
The PixelCam RGB+NIR multispectral imager is based on the Adimec Opal 4MP camera. This snapshot camera, the spectral response shown below, has 4 unique bands in a custom “Bayer” type filter. The RGB and NIR filters bin 4 pixels (2×2). Applications include ICG imaging, industrial QC, and Security. Users can also use a “pre-filter” to define the bands further and utilize the narrower bands’ camera.
Key Features
Benefits
- Simultaneous multi-band imaging
- Custom RGB-NIR-SWIR spectral bands
- Portable size, weight and power consumption
- Robust, high reliability, scalable production
OEM Customization
- Application-specific spectral bands
- Custom pixel-scale mosaic patterning
- Sensor, camera and housing options
- Mechanical and environmental requirements
- Proof-of-concept prototypes to high-volume production
VIS+NIR Technical Specifications
| Spectral Response | 400-1000nm |
| Resolution | 2072 x 2072px |
| Sensor | Si Interline CCD 7.4µm Pixel Pitch |
| Filter Resolution | 14.8µm Pixel Pitch Binned 2×2 |
| Spectral Bands (4 Band VIS+NIR) |
450/100, 550/100, 650/100, 750LP |
| Active Area | 15.2mm (H) x 15.2mm (V) 21.43mm (Diagonal) 4/3″ Optical Format |
| Frame Rate (Overclocked) |
17 FPS at Full Resolution |
| Optical Interface | F-Mount |
| Digital Output | GigE Vision (R) |
| Dimensions (No Lens or Mount) | 60mm (H) x 60mm (W) x 70.8mm (D) |
| Weight | 389g |
SWIR Camera with NIR+SWIR Channels
The PixelCam 4 band NIR+SWIR multispectral camera, the spectral response shown below, has 4 unique bands in a custom “Bayer” type filter. Each filter is positioned over a single pixel and uniformly patterned across the array. The camera is uniquely designed for chemical detection and can be used for many other applications across multiple industries. From medical to military, this snapshot multispectral imager is a unique tool for researchers and developers. Users can also use a “pre-filter” to define the bands further and utilize the narrower bands’ camera.
Key Features
Benefits
- Simultaneous multi-band imaging
- Custom RGB-NIR-SWIR spectral bands
- Portable size, weight and power consumption
- Robust, high reliability, scalable production
OEM Customization
- Application-specific spectral bands
- Custom pixel-scale mosaic patterning
- Sensor, camera and housing options
- Mechanical and environmental requirements
- Proof-of-concept prototypes to high-volume production
NIR+SWIR Technical Specifications
| Spectral Response | 700-1700nm |
| Resolution | 640 x 512px |
| Sensor | InGaAs 25µm Pixel Pitch |
| Spectral Bands | 900/400nm, 1200/100nm, 1400/100nm, 1650/100nm |
| Active Area | 16.0mm (H) x 12.8mm (V), 20.5mm (Diagonal) |
| Frame Rate Overclocked | 30 FPS |
| Optical Interface | Ni-42 |
| Digital Output | Camera Link (R), 14 Bit |
| Dimensions (No Lens or Mount) | 52.1mm (H) x 52.1mm (W) x 64.7mm (D) 2.1″ (H) x 2.1″ (W) x 2.6″ (D) |
| Weight | 235g (0.52lb) |
4MP Camera with RGB+3xNIR Channels
The PixelCam 6 band RGB+3xNIR is based on the Adimec Opal 4MP camera. This snapshot multispectral imager (spectral response shown below) has 6 unique bands in a custom “mosaic” type filter. The 6-band filter is arranged in a unique pattern to maximize the NIR signal, as the quantum efficiency is lower in these areas. The NIR channels in the “mosaic” filter are 2×4 pixels, and the RGB filters bin 4 pixels (2×2). Applications include sorting, industrial QC, and medical imaging. Users can also use a “pre-filter” to define the bands further and use the camera with narrower bands.
Key Features
Benefits
- Simultaneous multi-band imaging
- Custom RGB-NIR-SWIR spectral bands
- Portable size, weight and power consumption
- Robust, high reliability, scalable production
OEM Customization
- Application-specific spectral bands
- Custom pixel-scale mosaic patterning
- Sensor, camera and housing options
- Mechanical and environmental requirements
- Proof-of-concept prototypes to high-volume production
RGB+3xNIR Technical Specifications
| Spectral Response | 400-1000nm |
| Resolution | 2072 x 2072 pixels |
| Sensor | Si Interline CCD 7.4µm Pixel Pitch |
| Filter Resolution | 14.8µm Pixel Pitch Binned 2×2 |
| Spectral Bands | RGB + 3xNIR 450/100, 550/100, 650/100, 740/60, 840/60, 940/60 |
| Active Area | 15.2mm (H) x 15.2mm (V) 21.4mm Diagonal 4/3″ Optical Format |
| Frame Rate Overclocked | 17 FPS at Full Resolution |
| Optical Interface | F-Mount |
| Digital Output | GigE Vision (R) |
| Dimensions (No Lens or Mount) |
60mm (H) x 60mm (W) x 70.8mm (D) |
| Weight | 389g (0.86lb.) |
56MP Camera with VIS + NIR Channels
The PixelCam VIS+NIR multispectral imager is based on a 56MP CMOS sensor. The RGB and NIR filters bin 9 pixels (3×3). Applications include ICG imaging, industrial QC, and Security. Users can also use a “pre-filter” to define the bands further and utilize the narrower bands’ camera.
Key Features
Benefits
- Simultaneous multi-band imaging
- Custom RGB-NIR-SWIR spectral bands
- Portable size, weight and power consumption
- Robust, high reliability, scalable production
OEM Customization
- Application-specific spectral bands
- Custom pixel-scale mosaic patterning
- Sensor, camera and housing options
- Mechanical and environmental requirements
- Proof-of-concept prototypes to high-volume production
VIS + NIR Technical Specifications
| Spectral Response | 400nm – 1000nm |
| Resolution | 8424 x 6032 pixels |
| Sensor | Si Area CMOS 4.6μm Pixel Patch |
| Filter Resolution | 13.8μm Pixel Patch Binned 3×3 |
| Spectral Bands 9 Band |
410/15, 450/40, 530/40, 575/20, 610/20, 650/25, 720/40, 790/20, 850/40 |
| Active Area | 27.75mm (H) x 38.75mm (W) |
| Frame Rate (Overclocked) |
23.7 fps at Full Resolution |
| Optical Interface | M58 x 0.75 |
| Digital Output | GigE Vision |
| Dimensions (No lens/mount) |
70mm (H) x 70mm (W) x 76.8mm (D) |
| Weight | 380g |