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Board Type (B): Module only without any cover, such as a tube or a plastic/metal enclosure, etc.
Tube Type (T): Camera with a cylinder shape enclosure. Materials may vary.
Forming Type (S): Camera formed with glue or a plastic mold enclosure.
Slim Forming Type (Z): Camera formed with glue using a specific method.
Plastic Enclosure (N): Camera with a plastic enclosure.
**Appearance can be customized on request.

A classification chart of MISUMI camera appearances, showing various types including Board Type (B)、Tube Type (T)、Forming Type (S)、Slim Forming Type (Z)、Plastic Enclosure (N),which can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Camera Orientation Types

Front View: (Bxxxxx) | (Txxxxx)
Side View: (BLxxxxx) | (TLxxxxx)
Up View: (BxxxxxU) | (TxxxxxU)
Down View: (BxxxxxD) | (TxxxxxD)

A diagram illustrating various orientation types for MISUMI cameras, including front, side, up, and down views for both board and tube types.

Camera Cable Direction

Front View: Cable Center Out
Side View: Cable Goes Right / Left
Up View: Cable Goes Down
Down View: Cable Goes Up
MISUMI camera module cable direction diagram showing five wiring configurations — center out, up, down, left, and right — with front, side, and product view comparisons for board and tube camera models.

FID Definition

A diagram explaining the focus distance identification (FID) in MISUMI cameras, showing focus ranges and their corresponding values. The FID value indicates the specific focus points and ranges of the camera lens.

Filter Definition

AR: IR PASS (available for B/W camera)
IR: IR cut 645 nm (available for color camera)
XR: 850~945 nm
YR: Cut 645~850 nm; pass 430~600 nm & 850~940 nm
ZR / Z: 800 nm [800 peak]
ZZR / ZZ: 825~945 nm

Camera Parameter Adjustable (UTC Controller)

Camera Parameter Adjustable (UTC Controller)
Model No. UTC-200 (Sold Separately)
Five Buttons Function
Enter, Up, Down, Left, Right
Adjustable Settings
Exposure, White Balance, Day & Night, Image Setup, Function Setup, Reset.

Camera Parameter Adjustable (5D OSD Key)
Five Buttons Function
Enter, Up, Down, Left, Right
Adjustable Settings
Exposure, White Balance, Day & Night, Image Setup, Function Setup, Reset.

A comparison of MISUMI's UTC-200 and 5D OSD Key camera controllers, highlighting their five-button interface for adjusting camera parameters such as exposure, white balance, and day/night mode.

Articulation Borescope

1W series:
Press Controller / One-Way Articulation
2L series:
Lever Controller / Two-Way Articulation
2W series:
Knob Controller / Two-Way Articulation
4W series:
Joystick Controller / Four-Way Articulation

MISUMI articulation borescopes with different controller types: press, joystick, lever, and knob, offering one-way, two-way, and four-way articulations. offering flexible inspection solutions.

Detachable Connector

Detachable Nano Connectors (Customizable Option)
Specifically designed to overcome the large size of connector and camera head.
☑ With detachable Nano connectors, the tube can be threaded onto the thin cable from the middle.
☒ Without detachable Nano connectors, the camera head cannot pass through the tube.

**Each segment can be customized on request.

MISUMI's customizable detachable nano connectors allow for a slimmer borescope design, enabling the tube to pass through tight spaces. showcasing the increased flexibility of the nano connector design.

Camera

Depth of Field

Aperture

Binning VGA vs. Crop VGA

Comparison of Crop VGA and Binning VGA image sensors on a MISUMI camera, showing differences in field of view and image quality.

Connectors

MISUMI's diverse connector options, providing solutions for a wide range of electronic devices and applications.

Formula of Image Area and Image Circle (Sensor)

Formula of Image Area and Image Circle (Sensor)

Image Area:
Resolution x Pixel Size = Image Area
(H) x (H) = (H)
(V) x (V) = (V)

Image Circle:
√[(Image Area)²+(Image Area)²]= Image Circle Ø
H V D

Pixel	Size	Amount	Resolution	Sensitivity	Power Consumption
	Small	More	High	Low	More
	Large	Less	Low	High	Less

Frame Rate	Number	Image	Speed
	Small	Bright	Slow
	Large	Dark	Fast

A diagram comparing the relationship between pixel size, resolution, sensitivity, and frame rate in an image sensor, as well as the calculation of image area and image circle.

Global vs. Rolling Shutter

Global vs. Rolling Shutter

Global Shutter
All pixels of the array are exposed simultaneously.
Advantages
- No distortion of straight lines with fast-moving subjects
- No limit on flash sync speed
Disadvantages
- Higher noise levels
- Lower frame rates
- Lower dynamic range

Rolling Shutter
Adjacent rows of the array are exposed at slightly different times as the readout 'wave' sweeps through each half of the sensor.
Advantages
- Lower noise levels
- Higher frame rates
- Higher dynamic range
Disadvantages
- Artifacts with fast-moving subjects
- Limited flash sync speed

A diagram comparing the advantages and disadvantages of Global Shutter and Rolling Shutter image sensors, highlighting the differences in image quality, distortion, and performance in various conditions.

A diagram comparing the advantages and disadvantages of Global Shutter and Rolling Shutter image sensors, highlighting the differences in image quality, distortion, and performance in various conditions.

Hidden Camera with Covers

Others

UVC Connector & Controller

A diagram showcasing MISUMI's range of UVC connectors and controllers, featuring USB Type A, USB Type C, and USB Type B (OTG) options, along with dimmers and S/F buttons for controlling connected devices.

CVBS Connector & Controller

A diagram illustrating MISUMI's range of CVBS connectors and controllers, including Mini Din, M8, BNC, RCA, Phone Plug, DC, and IRIS types, along with corresponding wiring configurations.

Microphone

Microphone Connectors

A variety of microphone connector models with different lengths and connector types offered by MISUMI.

LED

How to choose?

How do I choose a lens for a camera with lighting?

For a camera with an LED light source, we recommend a lens with a high F-number (small aperture).

MISUMI APP

MISUMI Wi-Fi DVR

Wi-Fi DVR (MP-WF580KP)

All MISUMI UVC Cameras are compatible with MP-WF580KP (Wi-Fi DVR)

For example:
Our extremely lightweight 1920 x 1080 (1080p) 1/6" CMOS UVC glasses camera is compatible with the MP-WF580KP (Wi-Fi DVR).

Supports H.264 video input, loop recording, and snapshot functions.
Supports microSD cards up to 128 GB.
Users can view live streaming video on a smartphone.

About MP-WF580KP:
It delivers the best 1080p live streaming performance when using an H.264 camera.
MJPEG cameras can only live stream at resolutions of 720p and below.
MJPEG cameras deliver the best live streaming performance at 640 x 480.

MISUMI's UVC cameras offer seamless integration with the MP-WF580KP WiFi DVR for high-quality live streaming and versatile video recording features.

Android 10 devices do NOT support USB camera connection.

Android 10 devices do NOT support connecting UVC (USB Video Class) devices to apps that target API level 28 or higher.
Since November 2019, all app updates on Google Play have been required to target API level 28 or higher.
(source: https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2019/02/expanding-target-api-level-requirements.html)

Therefore, apps updated on Google Play must target API level 28 or higher. As a result, Android 10 smartphones cannot connect a USB camera, such as a webcam, in apps downloaded from the Play Store.

So far, we haven't found any official documentation from Google about these policy changes. We are looking for ways to solve the issue and will share any updates.