Imaging Cameras & Sensors – FPGA Camera
4.2 MP Colour High-Speed (FPGA) Camera
In today’s fast-moving industrial and scientific environments, capturing fleeting events with colour fidelity and unmatched detail is a necessity. Whether you’re monitoring high-speed manufacturing lines, conducting ballistic analysis, or exploring combustion dynamics, precision imaging tools are critical.
The Velociraptor HS 4.2 MP Colour High-Speed Camera, distributed in India by United Spectrum Instruments, is engineered to meet the challenges of high-speed colour imaging. This camera blends a 4.2 Megapixel resolution, high frame rates, and FPGA-based real-time processing, all in a rugged and compact form factor built for industrial conditions.
Understanding 4.2 MP Colour High-Speed (FPGA) Camera
The 4.2 MP Colour High-Speed (FPGA) Camera is a versatile imaging system that combines enhanced resolution with exceptional speed and real-time performance. Featuring a 4.2 megapixel colour sensor and FPGA-based architecture, it captures vivid, high-quality images at fast frame rates with ultra-low latency. Its ability to combine colour fidelity with speed makes it ideal for industrial automation, packaging inspection, automotive crash testing, aerospace research, and scientific experiments. Compact, rugged, and energy-efficient, this camera integrates seamlessly into machine vision and laboratory setups, ensuring accurate, repeatable performance in demanding high-speed colour imaging applications.
Technical Specifications
| ADC Resolution | 10 bit |
| Analogue Gain | 1 – 3.2x |
| Region of Interest | YES, with 8 pixel increments |
| Shutter Type | Electronic global shutter |
| Shutter Time | 20us – 90 s |
| Pixel Clock Speed | 760 MHz (8 pixels @ 95 MHz) |
| Exposure | Linear, 3 slope high dynamic range |
| Pixel Correction | Dead pixel correction and programmable LUT |
| Trigger Modes | Free running, trigger, overlap, pulse width |
| Trigger Features | Delay 0 – 1000 ms, LP Filter 1.5Hz – 100 kHz |
| Shutter Resolution | 21 ns |
| FPGA | Spartan-6LX |
| Volatile Memory | 2x 128 MB DDR3 SDRAM |
| Non-volatile Memory | 8MB flash |
| Lens Mount | C-mount (1” 32G thread) |
| Temp Range | 0 – 50°C |
| Mass | 50 g OEM / 290 g with housing |
| Protection | Up to IP67 with housing |
| Housing Material | CNC-machined aluminum, anodized in a special OptoMotive blue color |
| RoHS | RoHS compliant |
| Fixing Holes | 4 x M3 OEM / 2 x M6 with housing |
| Input Voltage | Power over Ethernet, 42-57V |
| Consumption | up to 10W |
| IO Isolation | No, but camera has 1.5kV PoE isolation |
| Connectors | RJ45, 4 pin LEMO EXG 00 304 |
| Real-time Image Processing | Yes. JPEG compression core implemented as a standard configuration |
| On-board Image Processing | As an option (if an IP Core is integrated) |
| Open Reference Design | Yes |
| Open architecture | Yes |
| Software | Compatible with OptoMotive SHARKi software and any other GigE vision software |
| Operating System | Windows 7, Windows 10, 64bit or 32bit |
| Protocols | GigE Vision® 1.2 and GenICam™ 2.0 compliant |
| Development Tools | Xilinx ISE/EDK version 13.3 or later, Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 |
Key Features and Advantages
FPGA-Based Real-Time Processing
Provides ultra-fast acquisition and real-time image processing with minimal latency.
4.2 Megapixel Colour Sensor
Captures detailed, full-colour images for inspections, research, and validation.
High-Speed Frame Capture
Ensures reliable capture of dynamic processes without motion blur.
Compact & Durable Build
Rugged construction ensures dependable operation in harsh environments.
Energy-Efficient Operation
Minimises heat output and power use, supporting long-term deployments.
Flexible Integration
Supports multiple vision interfaces for smooth system adoption.
Advantages:
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Combines 4.2 MP resolution with real-time speed for detailed imaging
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FPGA-driven processing ensures low-latency performance
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Vivid colour capture enhances defect detection and validation tasks
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Compact size supports integration into space-limited systems
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Rugged design ensures reliability in industrial and research environments
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Energy-efficient architecture reduces operational costs and cooling needs
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Widely trusted across industries requiring speed and colour accuracy
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Improves quality assurance, scientific experimentation, and industrial R&D outcomes
Applications Across Industries
Industrial Automation & Machine Vision
Supports inspection of fast-moving products and packaging with high-resolution colour imaging, detecting defects, misprints, and inconsistencies in real time.
Automotive & EV Manufacturing
Used in crash testing, EV battery inspection, and drivetrain analysis. Colour fidelity improves monitoring of weld integrity, thermal stress zones, and structural performance.
Aerospace & Defence
Applied in propulsion testing, component validation, and advanced materials research. Colour imaging provides critical visual detail for safety and R&D.
Semiconductor & Electronics
Enhances PCB inspections, solder validation, and component testing by leveraging colour contrast to reveal subtle defects.
Scientific Research
Captures dynamic phenomena such as combustion, fluid flow, and material changes with vivid detail, supporting advanced experimental analysis.
Medical & Biomedical Applications
Used in biomechanics, tissue motion analysis, and microfluidics research, where colour helps differentiate biological samples and processes.
Sports Science & Motion Analysis
Provides colour-coded motion tracking for biomechanics, training, and rehabilitation.
Energy & Power Systems
Monitors turbines, renewable energy systems, and power electronics, capturing high-speed structural and thermal behaviour in detail.
By combining speed, colour fidelity, and precision, the 4.2 MP Colour High-Speed (FPGA) Camera is a versatile solution for industries and researchers requiring dynamic imaging capabilities.
Why Choose United Spectrum Instruments?
United Spectrum Instruments is the authorised distributor of 4.2 MP Colour High-Speed (FPGA) Cameras in India, delivering world-class imaging solutions with full technical support.
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Genuine 4.2 MP Colour FPGA cameras with manufacturer warranty
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Application expertise across automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, and biomedical fields
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Pan-India integration, training, and after-sales support
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Customised consultation for machine vision and laboratory projects
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Competitive pricing with reliable local service
With deep expertise in photonics and imaging, United Spectrum Instruments ensures Indian industries and research organisations access state-of-the-art high-speed colour cameras that guarantee accuracy, reliability, and innovation.
FAQs
What makes the Velociraptor HS different from other 4 MP cameras?
The Velociraptor HS stands out due to its combination of real-time FPGA processing, high frame rates (580 fps) at full resolution, global shutter, and industrial-grade build. It is also uniquely optimised for colour imaging in demanding environments.
Can this camera capture accurate colours at high speeds?
Yes. The colour CMOS sensor paired with a global shutter ensures vibrant and distortion-free colour imaging even at extreme speeds. This is critical for machine vision, defect inspection, and research tasks where colour matters.
How is the camera integrated with custom software?
The Velociraptor HS supports SDKs in Python, C++, and LabVIEW. You can build fully custom applications or integrate the camera into existing control and automation systems using its comprehensive API.
Is the Velociraptor HS suitable for outdoor or rugged environments?
Absolutely. The camera is fanless, compact, and built to handle vibration, heat, and dust. It’s suitable for both lab and industrial field deployment.
Can the Velociraptor HS be used for slow-motion analysis in dynamic environments?
Yes. With up to 580 frames per second at full 4.2 MP resolution, the Velociraptor HS is ideal for slow-motion capture in applications like sports science, material testing, motion analysis, and broadcast replays. Its global shutter ensures clear, artefact-free images even during rapid movement or complex physical interactions.
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FAQs
What makes the Velociraptor HS different from other 4 MP cameras?
The Velociraptor HS stands out due to its combination of real-time FPGA processing, high frame rates (580 fps) at full resolution, global shutter, and industrial-grade build. It is also uniquely optimised for colour imaging in demanding environments.
Can this camera capture accurate colours at high speeds?
Yes. The colour CMOS sensor paired with a global shutter ensures vibrant and distortion-free colour imaging even at extreme speeds. This is critical for machine vision, defect inspection, and research tasks where colour matters.
How is the camera integrated with custom software?
The Velociraptor HS supports SDKs in Python, C++, and LabVIEW. You can build fully custom applications or integrate the camera into existing control and automation systems using its comprehensive API.
Is the Velociraptor HS suitable for outdoor or rugged environments?
Absolutely. The camera is fanless, compact, and built to handle vibration, heat, and dust. It’s suitable for both lab and industrial field deployment.
Can the Velociraptor HS be used for slow-motion analysis in dynamic environments?
Yes. With up to 580 frames per second at full 4.2 MP resolution, the Velociraptor HS is ideal for slow-motion capture in applications like sports science, material testing, motion analysis, and broadcast replays. Its global shutter ensures clear, artefact-free images even during rapid movement or complex physical interactions.
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