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xiMU

Tiny footprint of 15 x 15 mm to 17 x 17 mm with 5 and 19.6 Mpix models. The smallest industrial USB3 cameras in the world - now even with global shutter BSI sensors.
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What is xiMU?

Engineered for the smallest possible volume and weight, made with an advanced high-density manufacturing and assembly process. The xiMU cameras are the smallest cameras in our portfolio and even in the world of industrial cameras.
All of the latest models come with a USB3 interface (USB-C, flex or micro coax cables) to support the full potential of sensor bandwidth and ensure simplicity of use. All this together with less than 5 grams weight and less than 1 watt power consumption, makes them also ideal for a plethora of embedded, mobile, and space-restricted applications, such as UAVs.

  • Miniature camera - Only 15 x 15 x 8 mm and mere 5 grams

  • High resolutions - From 5 Mpix models up to new 18 Mpix

  • Next level speed with more than 20 FPS at 18 Mpix

  • Low power consumption starting at under 1 watt

  • Support - Windows, macOS, Linux, ARM and many vision libraries

  • Software - GenICam / GenTL and API / SDK for image processing

  • Industry interface compliance for USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB 2.0

  • Flexible flat ribbon cables make it suitable for embedded vision

  • Synchronization -  4x IO configurable as input or output

  • Range of accessories and compact lenses through S-mount

  • Customizable - Available as board level with various adapters

  • SWAP - Size, weight and power consumption ideal for UAV & drones

  • Time proven - In production for more than 15 years

Models and sensors

Model Resolution Sensor type Sensor model Sensor resolution Sensor size Pixel size Power consumption Frame rate
MU9PC-MBRD 5 MPix Color  MT9P031  2592 x 1944  1/2.5"  2.2 µm 0.76 Watt 4.6 FPS
MU9PC-MH 5 MPix Color  MT9P031  2592 x 1944  1/2.5"  2.2 µm 0.76 Watt 4.6 FPS
MU9PM-MBRD 5 MPix Monochrome  MT9P031  2592 x 1944  1/2.5"  2.2 µm 0.76 Watt 4.6 FPS
MU9PM-MH 5 MPix Monochrome  MT9P031  2592 x 1944  1/2.5"  2.2 µm 0.76 Watt 4.6 FPS
MU050CR-SY 5 MPix Color  IMX675  2592 x 1960  1/2.8"  2.0 µm 0.75 Watt 30 FPS
MU050MR-SY 5 MPix Monochrome  IMX675  2592 x 1960  1/2.8"  2.0 µm 0.75 Watt 30 FPS
MU051CG-SY 5.1 MPix Color  IMX568  2472 x 2064  1/1.8"  2.74 µm 0.96 Watt 48 FPS
MU051MG-SY 5.1 MPix Monochrome  IMX568  2472 x 2064  1/1.8"  2.74 µm 0.96 Watt 48 FPS
MU181CR-ON 18 MPix Color  AR1820HS  4896 x 3680  1/2.3"  1.25 µm 1.48 Watt 21 FPS
MU196CR-ON 19.6 MPix Color  AR2020  5120 x 3840  1/1.8"  1.4 µm 14 FPS
MU196MR-ON 19.6 MPix Monochrome  AR2020  5120 x 3840  1/1.8"  1.4 µm 14 FPS
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Frame rate indicates the maximum achievable speed for full frame readout. The real performance will be affected by the USB controller, number and type of USB devices attached to this controller, system processor and memory speed and configuration. 

Keyfacts of xiMU cameras

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SMALLEST
With 15 x 15 mm fits into places where no other comparable industrial camera can fit
PRECISE
High-resolution sensors up to 19.6 Mpix with backside illumination
LIGHT-WEIGHT
Payload-friendly SWaP for mobile, robotics, gimbals, or UAV/UAS applications
ADAPTABLE
Easy to use with a choice of connections like type-C, incredibly compact flex ribbon cable or micro-coax
EFFICIENT
Power consumption below 1 W reducing the battery drain of portable devices
SIMPLE
Single PCB design for easy integration into OEM and board-level solutions
CUSTOMIZABLE
Various housing and connector options, with cable types and distances for various application needs
COMPATIBLE
Windows, Linux, MacOS. Support for various machine vision libraries
LOW-RISK
Proven track record of integration in applications under water, on land, in air and in space

xiMU camera applications

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Miniature
Stop motion animation, head mounted camera (HMC), kiosks, robotic arms, face recognition, eye tracking, 3D body scanner, people counting, security.
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Medical and scientific
Ophthalmology and retinal imaging, life science and brightfield microscopy, differential interference contrast (DIC), dentistry, biometrics and cell biology.
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Aerial mapping
Photogrammetry, videogrammetry - City street or outdoor mapping with UAV / UAS and other types of drones or vehicles.
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Quality inspection
Flat panel display (FPD), printed circuit board (PCB) examination, solar panel, photovoltaics, semiconductor wafer, metrology, print and film scanning.