Vision Research High Speed Cameras
The analysis of fast events like the expansion of an airbag or the explosion of a light bulb due to over-voltage require images at high frame rate correlated with fast sensor data. For the airbag this is to correlate its inside pressure with its size and volume, for the light bulb to identify the voltage precisely at which it explodes. This combination of visual and numerical information allows identification of the root cause of problem, and is normally not available from other high speed cameras. Vision Research manufactures digital high-speed cameras for the entertainment, scientific, military, aerospace, and automotive industries.
| Model | Description | Max Res | FPS | Exp | Bits |
Flex |
In Standard Mode, the Phantom Flex is just like any other Phantom digital high-speed camera. In Phantom HQ Mode Vision Research’s proprietary image enhancement technology is employed. This results in electronic image stability is unprecedented in digital high-speed cameras: stable blacks, low noise, higher dynamic range and repeatable shots. | Standard 2650×1600 1920×1080 1280×720 640×480 HQ 2650×1600 1920×1080 1280×720 640×480 |
Standard 1560 2800 6100 13000 HQ 780 1390 3000 6300 |
STD-1µs | 12 |
65 |
4K, 10 megapixel resolution, the world’s only 65mm format digital camera. Can take up to 140 pictures-per-second at full resolution. Up to 32GB memory and CineMag® compatible. HD-SDI output. | 4096×2440 2048×2048 1280×800 640×480 256×256 16×8 |
141 169 431 718 1342 34482 |
6µs | 14 |
HD GOLD |
2K and HD resolution, 35mm format, high-speed camera tuned for entertainment oriented productions, and very high resolution instrumentation requirements. Up to 32GB internal memory and CineMag compatible. HD-SDI output. | 2048×2048 1920×1080 1280×720 |
540 1000 1539 |
2µs | 14 |
v1610 |
With our proprietary widescreen CMOS sensor, the v1610 can acquire and save up to 16 gigapixels-per-second of data. That means at its full megapixel resolution of 1280 x 800, you can achieve 16,000 frames-per-second (fps). At reduced resolutions, the v1610 offers frame rates of 650,000 fps. | 1280×720 1024×800 1024×512 896×800 640×480 512×384 384×384 128×128 128×32 128×16 |
18100 18800 29300 20800 43400 62100 72900 303000 833300* 1000000* *with FAST Option |
1µs | 12 |
v1210 |
The v1210 is the ideal solution for applications that require capturing high-resolution images at ultra-high speeds, serving as an excellent tool for scientists, researchers, and engineers. | 1280×800 1024×512 768×768 384×384 256×256 128×64 128×32 128×16 |
12000 22600 19100 62200 110000 450000 725000* 1000000* *with FAST Option |
1µs | 12 |
v711 |
The v711 includes our proprietary widescreen 1280 x 800 CMOS sensor, which allows you to keep moving targets in the frame longer and see more of the event you are recording. The wide sensor also enables true 1280 x 720 HD images from a 1Mpx camera. With the v711, you can achieve a maximum speed of 7530 frames-per-second at full resolution. At reduced resolutions, the camera can deliver up to 680,000 frames-per-second or up to 1,400,000 fps with the FAST option. | 1280×800 1024×768 512×512 256×256 256×64 128×32 128×16 128×8 |
7530 9520 25000 79000 288800 685800 1077500 1400000 |
1µs 300ns optional |
12 |
v642 Broadcast |
The Phantom v642 is the third generation broadcast camera. It retains the unique ability to both record and playback ultra-slow motion footage simultaneously, while adding the capability to accurately color match regular speed broadcast cameras. | 2560×1600 2048×1600 2048×1024 640×480 1280×720 256×256 256×128 256×64 |
1450 1730 2700 10700 4820 29800 53900 90200 |
1µs | 12 |
v641 |
The Phantom v641 is the second generation v640 camera. It is smaller and lighter than its predecessor and has a number of new convenience features requested by users. There are dual power inputs for battery backup or hot-swapping batteries when under battery power. The viewfinder port has been moved forward on the camera to make cabling cleaner and less intrusive. Two auxiliary power ports can provide 12VDC (1.5A) power for accessories — and, each also has a trigger signal input available. | 2560×1600 1280×1024 800×600 512×512 256×256 256×128 256×64 256×8 |
1450 3780 7370 12300 29800 53900 90200 219200 |
1 μs | 12 |
v611 |
The v611 includes our proprietary widescreen 1280 x 800 CMOS sensor, which allows you to keep moving targets in the frame longer and see more of the event you are recording. The wide sensor also enables true 1280 x 720 HD images. With the v611, you can achieve a maximum speed of 6242 frames-per-second at full resolution. At reduced resolutions, it can deliver up rto 680,000 frames-per-second, or 1,000,000 fps using the FAST option. | 1280×800 1280×720 512×512 256×256 128×128 128×64 128×8 |
6242 6933 20978 66997 183250 330469 1000000 |
1 μs 300ns optional |
12 |
V411 |
The Phantom v411® feature a widescreen 1280 x 800 CMOS sensor – 25% wider than most competitive models – allowing you to keep moving targets in-frame longer and see more of the event you are recording. The wide sensor also allows you to get true 1280 x 720 HD images from a 1Mpx camera. | 1280×800 1280×720 1024×800 720×480 640×480 |
4200 4670 5110 10800 12800 |
1µs | 12 |
v341 |
The Phantom v341 digital high-speed video camera provides a 4 megapixel 35mm format sensor and almost 3 gigapixels/second throughput. That means full-resolution frame rates of 800 frames-per-second (fps). Shutter speeds down to 1 microsecond and a global electronic shutter allow for crisp, sharp images with little or no image blur or motion artifacts. | 2580×1600 1920×1080 1280×720 512×512 256×128 256×8 |
800 1440 3180 10900 38700 129500 |
1µs | 12 |
v311 |
The v311 was built upon our widescreen 1280 x 800 CMOS sensor, which allows you to keep moving targets in the frame longer and see more of the event you are recording. The wide sensor also enables true 1280 x 720 HD images. The v311 delivers a maximum speed of 3250 frames-per-second at full resolution. At reduced resolutions, it can deliver up to 500,000 frames-per-second. It can also record direct to CineMag at up to 800 megapixels/second. | 1280×800 1024×800 600×480 256×256 128×64 128×8 |
3250 4040 10300 40500 228680 500000 |
1µs | 12 |
v211 |
The v211 lets you take advantage of our proprietary widescreen 1280 x 800 CMOS sensor – which is 25 percent wider than most competitive models. This allows you to keep moving targets in the frame longer and see more of the event you are recording. The wide sensor also enables true 1280 x 720 HD images. The v211 delivers a maximum speed of 2190 frames-per-second at full resolution. At reduced resolutions, it can deliver up to 300,000 frames-per-second, further underscoring its versatility. | 1280×800 512×512 256×256 128×64 128×8 |
2190 7810 26500 129800 300000 |
2µs | 12 |
v10 |
4 megapixel resolution for applications that require high-definition at mid-range speeds. Popular for sports broadcasting. Can be configured with up to 24GB of memory. Supports HD-SDI at 1080i/p/psf and 720 | 2400×1800 1280×720 576×576 96×8 |
480 1992 4756 153846 |
2µs | 14 |
| v9.1 |
A step up from the V5.2, this 2 megapixel, high-definition camera is well suited to large field-of-view applications. Holds up to 24GB of images. HD-SDI output provides immediate playback of recorded movies. | 1632×1200 960×480 480×240 96×32 |
1000 3906 12422 100000 |
2µs | 14 |
| v7.3 |
Our most popular camera, high speed and high sensitivity for more demanding applications. Can be configured with a massive 32GB of memory. Accelerate the speed at small resolutions even more with the V7.3 Turbo Mode (T) | 800×600 512×512 256×256 128×128 64×64 (T) 32×16 (T) |
6688 11527 36697 88888 250000 500000 |
1µs | 14 |
ir300 |
Using a proprietary sensor design and existing Phantom v7.3 camera electronics, the Phantom ir300 provides extended spectral response beyond visible light into the infrared spectrum. The extended IR response allows you to image events not previously visible to CMOS-based digital high-speed cameras. | 800×600 640×480 320×240 512×128 256×128 256×64 128×64 |
6,688 10,101 33,057 40,000 63,492 100,000 129,032 |
2µs | 14 |
M / LC320S |
The Phantom Miro M / LC320S is a small, lightweight, rugged digital high-speed camera packed with advanced features, which now includes HD-SDI for advanced monitoring and workflow possibilities. The camera has advanced features previously available on cameras at twice the price, is easy to learn and use, and addresses applications in a wide variety of industries. | 1920×1200 1920×1080 1152×1152 1024×1024 1280×800 512×512 256×256 128×128 128×64 64×8 |
1380 1540 2250 2780 2960 9330 27600 69000 121900 325000 |
1μs | 12 |
M / LC310 |
The Phantom Miro M / LC310 is a 1 megapixel camera with 3.2 Gigapixels/second (Gpx/s) throughput. This translates to over 3,200 frames-per-second (fps) at full 1280 x 800 resolution. The Minimum digital exposure is 2µs and is available in both color and monochrome versions (mono ISO 13,000 T) | 1280×800 128×720 896×720 640×480 512×512 384×288 256×256 128×128 128×64 64×8 |
3260 3630 5040 10100 11500 25900 39700 120700 226300 650000 |
1μs | 12 |
M / LC120 |
The Phantom Miro M / LC120 is a 2 megapixel camera with 1.6 Gigapixels/second (Gpx/s) throughput. This translates to 730 fps at 1920 x 1200, or over 1,200 fps at 1152 x 1152. The Minimum digital exposure is 1µs. the M / LC120 uses microlenses on its custom-designed CMOS sensor with 10 μm pixel pitch to achieve high light sensitivity. With 12-bit pixel depth, it also sports high dynamic range for excellent image quality. Maximum frame rate at reduced resolution is 400,000 fps. | 1920×1200 1152×1152 1024×1024 1280×800 896×720 640×480 512×512 384×288 256×256 128×128 128×64 64×8 |
730 1220 1530 1600 2460 4940 5580 12400 18700 55800 107200 400000 |
1μs | 12 |
M / LC110 |
The Phantom Miro M / LC110 is a 1 megapixel camera with 1.6 Gigapixels/second (Gpx/s) throughput. This translates to over 1,600 frames-per-second (fps) at full 1280 x 800 resolution. The minimum digital exposure is 2µs and is available in both color and monochrome versions (mono ISO 13,000 T). | 1280×800 1280×720 896×720 640×480 512×512 384×288 256×256 128×128 128×64 64×8 |
1630 1810 2520 5090 5790 12900 19800 60400 113200 400000 |
2μs | 12 |
Miro Airborne HD |
With a variety of image sizes up to 1920 x 1080 and a maximum full-resolution frame rate of 335 fps you will find a setting that matches your need. (Maximum frame rates at reduced resolutions are as high as 20,000 fps!) | 1920×1080 1920×1024 1920×720 1024×1024 1024×768 1024×512 1024×256 |
335 355 500 355 475 700 1390 |
2µs | 12 |
Miro Airborne |
Designed and tested for airborne applications, the Miro Airborne is an ideal digital solution.Get the ruggedness and form factor of the Miro 3 with the secure, removable image storage of the Miro 4. | 800×600 | 1265 | 2µs | 12 |
Miro eX4 |
Point-and-shoot, review and edit – all from the built-in LCD touch screen which also provides immediate feedback on the results of your test or experiment. | 800×600 256×64 64×64 32×16 |
1,260 27,500 58, 800 111,100 |
2µs | 8 |
Miro 3 |
High-G rated, full Phantom® feature set (the same as the Miro 4), compact, lightweight. A favorite of the automotive industry. This camera does not have LCD control, nor a removable battery. It has internal flash memory instead of removable CompactFlash™. | 800×600 640×480 512×512 256×256 128×128 |
1200 1949 2252 8146 25477 |
2µs | 12 |
Miro eX2 |
The Phantom Miro eX2 provides the perfect balance of resolution, speed, and light-sensitivity in a self-contained solution enabling anyone to capture high-quality, slow-motion movies. | 640×480 256×480 128×128 32×16 |
1,240 2,900 18,200 105,200 |
5µs | 8 |
Max Res: The first number listed is the maximum resolution of the camera. All cameras except the Miro 1 can be used at smaller resolutions, and as the resolution is decreased the maximum frame rate will increase as you can see in the other examples. The resolution/speed relationships shown are just a very small sampling of what is available.FPS: The maximum frames-per-second at the maximum resolution. You can select lower frame rates on all cameras. The Miro 1 has 8 total selections, all other cameras have hundreds or thousands of legal values. Some maximum frame rates are added cost options.
Exp: The minimum exposure setting for the camera. The smaller this value, the more you can freeze the motion of high-speed objects. However, the smaller the value, the more light you will need. Of course, you can set higher exposures up to 1/FPS. The minimum exposure on the Miro 1 is calculated by: 10% of 1/FPS. The minimum 300ns minimum frame rate on the V12 is an added cost option.
Bits: The number of bits (bit depth) DETERMINES the maximum number of gray scale levels that the sensor can see. As stated, the 12-bit cameras see 12 levels of gray when it’s really 2^12 or 4096 levels of gray. In general, the more the better for the best images. However, larger bit-depths increase file size. The maximum bit-depths shown here are added cost options on some cameras.
