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xiX - Sony CMOS sensors for Multi-camera setup

xiX - Sony CMOS sensors for Multi-camera setup

Utilize the total speed rate available from new Sony CMOS family with exceptional Pregius™ sensor quality

Platform for MCS - multi camera system

Platform for MCS - multi camera system

These fast speed cameras have multiple sensor options, connector versions and a fully modular design

Carrier boards for NVIDIA Jetson TX2

Carrier boards for NVIDIA Jetson TX2

Ideal for use in Embedded vision systems coupled with NVIDIA Jetson modules including AGX Xavier and Nano

Switches and hubs for Multiple camera connections

Switches and hubs for Multiple camera connections

Various standard and custom switches, adapters and aggregators for Multi camera setup

Extensive interconnection options and software support across systems

Extensive interconnection options and software support across systems

To enhance the adjustability of the platform a range of various switches, adapters, carriers and other accessories is offered

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xiX - Platform for Multi camera systems and Embedded vision 

What is xiX?

Full speed potential from miniature Sony CMOS cameras

 

Sony CMOS Pregius camera mini small fastest high speed embedded multi

 
 
  • Smallest cameras featuring Sony Pregius™ - Compact with only 26 x 26 x 31 mm and 30 grams
  • Fast CMOS - Full high speed potential from 2.3 Mpix at 166 Fps to 50 Mpix at 33 Fps
  • Cool economy - Low power consumption starting with under 3 Watt
  • Ideal for Embedded vision - Plethora of standard and OEM customizable switches or adapters
  • Lowest latency - Data interface complies with PCI Express reducing the latency to almost non-existent
  • All-around support - Windows, macOS, Linux, ARM and NVIDIA Jetson embedded platforms
  • Adaptable potential - Available with flex cable connectors, parallel and perpendicular and Firefly
  • Software interfaces - GenICam / GenTL and highly optimized API / SDK for Image Processing
  • Connectivity and Synchronization - Programmable opto-isolated input and output, 4 status LEDs
  • Lens control - EF-mount Interface allows remote control of aperture, focus and image stabilization
  • Sensor variety - Interchangeable for Sony IMX287, IMX273, IMX249, IMX265, IMX264, IMX267, IMX304
  • Cost efficient - Excellent value for the newest technologies

 

 

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Sony Models

Models of Sony CMOS cameras with PCIe Gen 2:

B/W model Color model Sensor(2) Resolution Pixels Pixel µm ADC bits DR dB Optical size Frames per second(1)
MX023MG-SY MX023CG-SY Sony IMX174 2.3 MP 1936 x 1216 5.86 12/10 71.7 1/1.2" 166 fps
MX031MG-SY MX031CG-SY Sony IMX252 3.1 MP 2064 x 1544 3.45 12/10/8 70.9 1/1.8" 218 fps
MX050MG-SY MX050CG-SY

Sony IMX250

 5 MP 2464 x 2056 3.45 12/10/8 70.8 2/3" 165 fps
MX089MG-SY MX089CG-SY Sony IMX255 8.9 MP 4112 x 2176 3.45 12/10/8 70.5 16.1 95 fps
MX124MG-SY MX124CG-SY Sony IMX253 12.4 MP 4112 x 3008 3.45 12/10/8 70.4 17.6 69 fps
MX161MG-SY MX161CG-SY Sony IMX542 16.1 MP 5320 x 3032 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.1" 45 Fps
MX203MG-SY MX203CG-SY Sony IMX541 20.3 MP 4504 x 4504 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.1" 35 Fps
MX245MG-SY MX245CG-SY Sony IMX540 24.5 MP 5320 x 4600 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.2" 31 Fps
MX161MG-SY-HDR MX161CG-SY-HDR Sony IMX532 16.1 MP 5320 x 3032 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.1" 45 Fps
MX203MG-SY-HDR MX203CG-SY-HDR Sony IMX531 20.3 MP 4504 x 4504 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.1" 35 Fps
MX245MG-SY-HDR MX245CG-SY-HDR Sony IMX530 24.5 MP 5320 x 4600 2.74 12/10/8 70 1.2" 30 Fps
MX610MR-SY-X4G3 MX610CR-SY-X4G3 Sony IMX455 61 MP 9568 x 6380 3.76 16/14/12 80 35mm 17 Fps
MX1018MR-SY-X4G3 MX1018CR-SY-X4G3 Sony IMX461 101 MP 11648 x 8542 3.76 16/14/12 80 Medium 8 Fps
MX1510MR-SY-X4G3 MX1510CR-SY-X4G3 Sony IMX411 151 MP 14192 x 10640 3.76 16/14/12 80 Medium 6 Fps

(1) Maximum frame rates measured at 8 bits per pixel RAW data in free run mode. 

(2) For high volume projects, the cameras can be integrated with Sony sensor equivalents like: IMX287, IMX273, IMX249, IMX265, IMX264, IMX267, IMX304

All models can be offered with parallel and perpendicular connectors or Firefly

Common features:

Sensor technology CMOS, Pregius™ technology
Acquisition modes Continuous, Global shutter
Partial image readout ROI / AOI (region / area of interest), Skipping and Binning modes supported (check the manual for details)
Image data formats 8, 10, 12 bit RAW pixel data
SDK/API Programmable with C++ and C#, Python
Color image processing Host based de-Bayering, sharpening, Gamma, color matrix, true color CMS (Color management system), lookup table (LUT), hue, saturation, sharpness, white balance and more
Hot/blemish pixels correction On camera storage of up to 5000 pixel coordinates, host assisted correction
Auto adjustments Auto white balance, auto gain, auto exposure
Flat field corrections Host assisted pixel level shading and lens corrections. This feature is being developed and tested
Interface PCI Express standard cable connector compliant to PCI Express External Cabling Specifications
General purpose I/O 1x opto-isolated input, 1x opto-isolated output, 2 GPIO, 4x LED software programmable
Signal conditioning Programmable debouncing time
Synchronization Hardware trigger input, software triggering, exposure strobe output, busy output
Lens mount Standard C mount. Adjustable into CS mount
Power requirements 3 Watt, supplied via flat flex ribbon cable
Dimensions 26.4 x 26.4 x 31 mm (C-Mount version)
Weight 30 grams
Environment Operating 0°C to 50°C on housing, RH 80% non-condensing, -30°C to 60°C storage
Conformity CE, FCC, RoHS, GenICam/GenTL, PCI Express External Cabling Specifications compliant
Operating systems Windows 7 SP1 (x86 and x64), and 10, Linux Ubuntu, ARM, macOS, NVIDIA Jetson modules
Minimum host hardware Intel i5 3.0GHz, +2GB RAM available physical memory, Motherboard with PCIe x4 Gen2 (or PCIe x8 Gen3) necessary for full throughput, compliance down to PCIe x1 Gen1 gives reduced throughput
Software support xiAPI SDK, adapters and drivers for various image processing Libraries
Firmware updates Field firmware update through xiCOP

(*) Feature is available only when the camera is in XIMEA API mode

 

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Other Models

Models of CMOSIS / AMS CMOS cameras with PCIe Gen 2:

Model Sensor Resolution Pixels Pixel µm ADC bits FWC e- Sensor Diagonal DR dB Frames per second (1)
MX022MG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV2000 2.2 MP 2048 × 1088  5.5 8, 10 13500 2/3" 60 340
MX022CG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV2000 2.2 MP 2048 × 1088 5.5 8, 10 13500 2/3" 60 340
MX022RG-CM CMOSIS CMV2000 NIR (2) 2.2 MP 2048 × 1088 5.5 8, 10 13500 2/3" 60 340
MX042MG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV4000 4.2 MP 2048 × 2048 5.5 8, 10 13500 1" 60 180
MX042CG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV4000 4.2 MP 2048 × 2048 5.5 8, 10 13500 1" 60 180
MX042RG-CM CMOSIS CMV4000 NIR (2) 4.2 MP 2048 × 2048 5.5 8, 10 13500 1" 60 180
MX120MG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV12000 12 MP 4096 x 3072 5.5 8,10,12 13500 28 mm 60 133, 103, 86
MX120CG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV12000 12 MP 4096 x 3072 5.5 8,10,12 13500 28 mm 60 133, 103, 86
MX200MG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV20000 20 MP 5120 x 3840 6.4 12 15000 41 mm 66 33
MX200CG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV20000 20 MP 5120 x 3840 6.4 12 15000 41 mm 66 33
MX500MG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV50000 50 MP 7920 x 6004 4.6 12 16000 45 mm 64 30, 26, 22
MX500CG-CM ams CMOSIS CMV50000 50 MP 7920 x 6004 4.6 12 16000 45 mm 64 30, 26, 22
MX262MG-GP-X8G3-FF Gpixel GMAX0505 26 MP 5120 x 5120 2.5 10, 12 6500 18 mm 63 150, 40
MX262CG-GP-X8G3-FF Gpixel GMAX0505 26 MP 5120 x 5120 2.5 10, 12 6500 18 mm 63 150, 40
MX262RG-GP-X8G3-FF Gpixel GMAX0505 RF (2) 26 MP 5120 x 5120 2.5 10, 12 6500 18 mm 63 150, 40
MX654MG-GP-X8G3-FF Gpixel GMAX3265 65 MP 9344 x 7000 2 10, 12 9200 37 mm 64 71, 31
MX654CG-GP-X8G3-FF Gpixel GMAX3265 65 MP 9344 x 7000 2 10, 12 9200 37 mm 64 71, 31

(1) Full resolution at RAW 8 bits, 10 bits and 12 bits;  Server computers with bigger PCIe TLP packet size can increase the throughput by additional 10%.

(2) Near infrared (enhanced) version of the sensor. 

Common features:

Sensor technology CMOS, Global shutter
Acquisition modes Continuous, software trigger, hardware trigger
Partial image readout ROI (region of interest), Multiple AOI (area of interest) and Skipping / Binning modes on request
Image data formats 8, 10, 12 bit RAW pixel data (depends on the model) 
SDK/API Programmable with C++ and C#, Python
Color image processing* Host based de-Bayering, sharpening, Gamma, color matrix, true color  CMS (Color management system)
Hot/blemish pixels correction* On camera storage of up to 5000 pixel coordinates, host assisted correction
Auto adjustments* Auto white balance, auto gain, auto exposure, HDR (High Dynamic range)

Flat field corrections*

 Host assisted pixel level shading and lens corrections. This feature is being developed and tested
FPN correction  Fixed pattern noise correction on the side of the camera
Interface PCI Express standard cable connector compliant to PCI Express External Cabling Specifications
General purpose I/O 2x optoisolated input, 2x optoisolated output, 4 non-isolated input-outputs, 4x LED software programmable 
Signal conditioning* Programmable debouncing time
Synchronization Hardware trigger input, software trigger, exposure strobe output, busy output
Lens mount C/CS or EF mount with Active Lens Control – focus, iris, image stabilization
Power requirements 6 Watt, supplied via flat flex ribbon cable
Dimensions 26.4 x 26.4 x 31 or 60 x 60 x 32 mm (depends on the model)
Weight 30 or 151 grams (depends on the model)
Environment Operating 0°C to 50°C on housing, RH 80% noncondensing, -30°C to 60°C storage
Conformity CE, FCC, RoHS, PCI Express External Cabling Specifications compliant
Operating systems Windows 7 SP1 (x86 and x64) and 10, Linux Ubuntu, macOS, ARM, NVIDIA Jetson modules
Minimum host hardware

Intel i5 3.0GHz, +2GB RAM available physical memory, Motherboard with PCIe x4 Gen2 (or PCIe x8 Gen3) necessary for full throughput, compliance down to PCIe x1 Gen1 gives reduced throughput
Software support xiAPI SDK, adapters and drivers for more than 25 image processing Libraries
Firmware updates Field firmware update through xiCOP

(*) Feature is available only when the camera is in XIMEA API mode

 

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Applications

Advantages for Applications using Sony CMOS Pregius™ at full speed

  • Precise - Quality Global shutter sensors with Pregius™ technology deliver outstanding imaging quality
  • Performance - 12x times faster than GigE, 15x than Firewire and 25x USB 2.0
  • Smallest - Fits into places where no other comparable camera can fit. Payload-friendly SWAP. With flat ribbon flex cable ideal for Embedded vision systems
  • Lightweight - Facilitates increased performance of robotic arms and gimbals or UAV / UAS
  • Efficient - Low power consumption and heat dissipation
  • Robust - Sturdy full metal jacket, no sheet metal covers
  • Adaptable - Customization options via Board level or connectors allow easy integration into OEM solutions
  • Economical - Removes bulky constructions and accessories saving energy and space at better prices
  • Simplistic - Straightforward way for easy Multiple camera system, no workarounds, no frame grabbers
 Embedded vision systems applications camera fast small 360 panorama Sony CMOS Pregius


Multi camera system (MCS) utilization Fields and Applications

  • Ultra-fast 3D scanning
  • Face recognition, FACS scanning, Eye Tracking, Body scanner, People counting
  • 360 Panorama (360° spherical, cyclorama imaging), Photogrammetry, Videogrammetry
  • Electronics, Photovoltaics, portable medical devices
  • Miniature and accurate robotic arms
  • Industrial and Factory Automation, Machine Vision
  • Broadcasting and Instant replays
  • Rapid process capturing, e.g. golf club swings, ping pong, baseball, tennis
  • High definition Motion capture, Cinematography and Entertainment
  • Solar panel inspection, Semiconductor wafer scanning
  • Sports Automation & Motion Tracking: soccer, football, basketball, hockey
  • Alignment and Assembly, Stereo camera systems
  • VR and AR - Virtual and Augmented reality
  • Flat panel display (FPD) inspection
  • HMC (Head mounted camera)
  • 3D Mapping, GIS (Geographical Information Systems)
  • Autonomous self-driving vehicles, ADAS, Deep learning tasks
  • Defect detection, Print and Film scanning, Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
  • Persistent stadium and border high-end security
  • Printed circuit board (PCB) examination
  • Aerial or city/street mapping (UAV / UAS - drones)
  • Outdoor imaging - Wide area motion imaging and surveillance
  • ideal for LoLa (Low Latency audio visual streaming system)

 

and MANY others

 

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Software

PCI Express supported operating systems:

Windows Linux ARM Mac OSX

 

Download software at PCIe Zone

Vision Libraries:

 

 

 

Machine Vision Libraries MVTec Halcon

Download Vision Libraries support files

API Manual

 

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Accessories

 xiX Accessories

Flat flex ribbon cables Gen 2 x2 Availability
CBL-MX-X2G2-0M07 0.07m flat ribbon PCIe, Gen2 x2 cable for xiX cameras, 24 pins This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
CBL-PCIEFLEX-X2G2-0M10 0.1m flat ribbon PCIe, Gen2 x2 cable for xiX cameras, 24 pins This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
CBL-PCIEFLEX-X2G2-0M25 0.25m flat ribbon PCIe Gen2 x2 cable for xiX cameras, 24 pins This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
CBL-PCIEFLEX-X2G2-0M50 0.5m flat ribbon PCIe, Gen2 x2 cable for xiX cameras, 24 pins This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Flat flex ribbon cables Gen 2 x4  
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Firefly cables Gen 2 x4  
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Adapters 3D step
ADPT-MX-X2G2-PCIE Adapter board xiX camera X2G2 interface to PCIe x4 standard slot connector, Horizontal This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ADPT-MX-X2G2-IPASS-HOST Adapter board xiX camera X2G2 interface to PCIe x4 standard iPass connector, Host This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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ADPT-MX-X4G2-PCIE Adapter board xiX camera X4G2 interface to PCIe x4 standard slot connector This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ADPT-MX-X4G2-MINI-PCIE Adapter board xiX camera X4G2 interface to Mini PCIe This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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ADPT-MX-X4G3-FF-IPASS Adapter board xiX FireFly camera X4G3 interface to PCIe x4 standard iPass connector Host This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Switches and Carriers  
XEC2-4P-X2G2 NVIDIA Jetson TX2 carrier with 4x X2G2 PCIe, 1x X4G2 PCIe, 2x USB3Flex, 1x USB3, 1x USB2, 1x HDMI, 1x RJ45 connectors Inquire
XS-4P-X2G2-X4G3 xSWITCH S, 4 camera ports X2G2, host port iPass X4G3 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Power and Synchronization cables  
CBL-ADPT-PWR-0M10 0.1m power cable for the xiX adapter boards, supported power supplies: BACSxxM-24-C8 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mounting brackets  
MECH-MC-BRACKET-KIT xiX and xiC series tripod mounting bracket with 1/4-20 thread Now
MECH-60MM-BRACKET-T xiX, xiB and xiB-64 series tripod mounting bracket Now
Miscellaneous  
PSU-GSM60B24-P1J desktop power supply (60W, 24V), power cord (EU or US), DC-output plug 5.5 x 2.1 x 12mm This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Documents

PDF Flyers and documentation

 

CMOSIS Sony CMOS IMX CMV Flat Flex camera USB3 PCIe USB 3.0 USB 3.1

xiX Brochure

 

 

technical manual fast high speed multi camera Sony CMOS CMV20000 IMX174

xiX Manual

 

 

Sony CMOS Pregius camera fast high speed mini small 3D step

xiX 3D Step files

 

 

pcie usb3 flat ribbon cables for embedded vision cameras guide

Flat ribbon cables

 

 

CMOSIS Sony CMOS IMX CMV Flat Flex camera USB3 PCIe USB 3.0 USB 3.1

xSwitch Infographics of Multiple camera systems

 

This document explains XIMEA concept for Multi camera setup.

Topology, cables (e.g. flat-flex ribbon), switches, boards, adapters - the plethora of various elements allowing to assemble a system with a perfect fit for your particular application.

Easy to compile, easy to exchange and suitable for remote operation.

 

 

CMOSIS Sony CMOS IMX CMV Flat Flex camera USB3 PCIe USB 3.0 USB 3.1

 

xiX and xiC Infographics - Embedded vision cameras

 

Overview of various versions and options possible through the modularity of the camera architecture.

Clear benefits for classic system integrators or start-ups with new ideas that are offered through the diversity of multiple setups.

All with a small footprint and detachable parts or switchable sets of components. 

 

 

embedded vision systems cameras multiple setup high speed

 

Embedded Vision Summit 2018 Presentation on the subject

High-end Multi-camera Technology, Applications and Examples

For OEMs and system integrators, many of today's applications in VR/AR/MR, ADAS, measurement and automation require multiple coordinated high performance cameras. Current generic components are not optimized to achieve the desired traits in terms of resolution, frame rate, latency, imaging quality, reliability, scalability and time to market. This presentation explains how XIMEA’s xPlatform provides unique solutions to address all of these requirements, utilizing PCI Express and various image sensor technologies.

 

Embedded Vision Summit presentation cameras 2017 systems USB3 PCIe

 

Embedded Vision Summit 2017 Presentation on the subject

High-bandwidth interface for use in Multi-camera Embedded Systems

Weighing the pros and cons of the PCI Express technology as the interface used between a camera and Embedded vision system and providing proofs of how PCIe being a standard computer interface can enable a remarkably compact form factor while still fulfilling all the major application requirements like robustness, fast speed, low latency and processor overheads, long and short distances, software transparency, modularity and aggregation of image data streams from multiple cameras into a single cable.

Examples of solutions and components for Embedded vision systems

NVIDIA Jetson TX1 / TX2 carrier board UAV drone payload cameras

Payload concept for UAV

 

NVIDIA Jetson TX1 TX2 Tegra X1 cameras Embedded Vision system

NVIDIA Jetson TX2 carrier board

 

Switches for Embedded vision systems cameras USB3 PCIe adapters

Variations of adapters    

Switches for Embedded vision systems cameras USB3 PCIe adapters cable

  Variations of Switches for Embedded vision and Multi camera systems

Comparison of existing Camera and Sensor interfaces

 
LVDS
subLVDS
MIPI CSI-2
C-PHY
 USB/GigE PCIe
Standard No Yes Yes Yes
Imager HW overhead Low Low High Medium
Imager SW overhead Medium Low High Low
Processor HW overhead High Medium High Low
Processor SW overhead Medium Medium High Low
Multiple imagers No No Yes Yes
Latency Low Low High Low
Power consumption Low Low Medium Medium

 

 

 
LVDS
subLVDS
MIPI CSI-2
C-PHY
 USB/GigE PCIe
Range mm to cm mm to m cm to hm mm to hm
BW per lane, Gb/s 0.3 … 3 2.5 0.5 … 10 2.5 … 8
Number of lanes 1 … 64 1 … 4 1 1 … 16
Aggregated BW, Gb/s 0.3 … 200 2.5 … 10 0.5 … 10 2.5 … 128
 

 

 

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