We’re expanding the Kurokesu camera family with new models built around the Sony IMX462 image sensor – a standout performer in low-light and near-infrared environments. Designed for starlight-level sensitivity, this sensor offers exceptional performance in dim scenes. Sensor specifications The Sony IMX462 is a 1/2.8″ CMOS sensor optimized for low-light imaging, featuring high sensitivity, low […]
Read MoreC3 camera series gets low-light upgrade
We’re excited to launch our new C3 family cameras featuring the Sony IMX462 image sensor. This upgrade delivers twice the low-light sensitivity compared to our previous C2 models, along with significantly improved performance in near-infrared (NIR) lighting conditions. The update applies to M12 board cameras, CS-mount boxed cameras, and motorized zoom variants, bringing enhanced visibility […]
Read MoreNew global shutter cameras in C3 family
Meet the latest addition to our C3 camera family – the C3-234 and C3-234-M12. Equipped with the AR0234 global shutter image sensor, these new cameras provide sharp, motion-blur-free images, enhancing your capability to tackle high-demand applications effectively. Precision Imaging for Specialized Needs The C3-234 series is designed to meet the exacting demands of industrial automation, […]
Read MoreIntroducing the C3-4K USB Camera
C3 Camera is designed for versatility, tailored to meet the demands of industrial and robotics applications, the scientific community, computer vision professionals, and enthusiasts. This new C3-4K camera platform is equipped with the 8-megapixel IMX415 image sensor, ensuring detailed and crisp images. The advanced chipset allows for even more customizations. Our camera is a versatile […]
Read MoreMatched cameras for the motorized zoom lenses
New motorized zoom lenses have irregular mount features for the cameras. We already had an IMX477 sensor-based MIPI CSI-2 camera for these lenses, but that was the only option till now. Almost all of the lenses have positive back focal distance, so in order to mount the sensor in the correct focal plane, a spacer […]
Read MoreIMX477 camera board for motorized zoom lenses
With the introduction of motorized zoom lenses, the next logical step was matching the sensor board. Sure there are countless suitable sensors from various manufacturers like Sony semiconductors, Onsemi, Aptina, and many more. But lack of good support from the SOC side suggested starting from IMX477. It is a reasonably modern 12M image sensor used […]
Read MoreScrew-in optical filters
New screw-in filters for C and CS-mount cameras have been introduced on the Kurokesu e-store. Until now, filters were bare glass elements intended to be mounted during camera assembly or in case of camera rework kits installed with double-sided tape. For Kurokesu cameras, this was a somewhat limiting factor for a customer to change a […]
Read MoreNew motorized zoom lenses coming soon
Short announcement – it has been a few years since Kurokesu introduced motorized zoom cameras. So far there was a very limited selection, and it’s finally the time to grow the product line with lenses designed for larger image sensors. While cameras are still in development, only motorized zoom lenses and controllers will be supplied. […]
Read MoreC1 PRO vs C2
Preparing to release new cameras and presenting comparison table. C2 camera is still based on Sonix chip-set and IMX290/1 sensor, but superior in many aspects. Most noticeable cosmetic changes are: size, integrated heat-sink and USB-C connector. However many other new features are hidden inside. Below is comparison table: Parameter C1 PRO C2 Chipset SN9C292 SN9C292 […]
Read MoreCooking C2 camera for science
C1 PRO camera was known for surviving fairly high temperatures. New C2 was designed with better heat management in mind thus the picture is still usable at 100*C (aluminum enclosure) temperature. Keep in mind that this is not a full-featured test in the thermal chamber, both cameras were cooked on 200W preheat the oven. But I was pretty happy […]
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