High resolution, low noise, cooled, digital VIS-SWIR camera
Using a 1280 x 1024 InGaAs sensor, and cooling it to -15°C, the Ninox 1280 offers visible extension from 0.4µm to 1.7µm to enable high sensitivity scientific imaging. The 10µm x 10µm pixel pitch enables the highest resolution imaging. It will offer less than 40 electrons readout noise combined with one of the lowest dark current readings on the market. The camera will offer ultra-high intrascene dynamic range of 68dB enabling simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene.
Available with a 12-bit Camera Link output, the OWL 1280 will run from 10Hz up to 60Hz. The camera will feature on-board Automated Gain Control (AGC) which will enable the best contrast imaging from low to bright light as well as an on-board intelligent 3 point Non-Uniform Correction (NUC) algorithm, providing the highest quality images. As with all Raptor cameras, the Ninox 1280 is compact and rugged.
Please note: This product is under the export control of UK government and may be subject to a Single Individual export licence before shipment.

Cooled HD VIS-SWIR technology
- Cooled VIS-SWIR technology – Cooled to -15°C. Enables low dark current for longer exposures
- HD Format (1280 x 1024) – The best resolution available in VIS-SWIR
- 10μm x 10μm pixel pitch – Enables the highest resolution VIS-SWIR image
- <40 electrons readout noise – Enables the highest VIS-SWIR detection limit
- Air and water cooled to -15°C – Enables low dark current for longer exposures
- Ultra high intrascene dynamic range – 68dB – Enables simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene
- On-board intelligent 3 point NUC – Enables highest quality images
FPA Specification | |
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Sensor Type | InGaAs PIN-Photodiode |
Active Pixel | 1280 x 1024 |
Pixel Pitch | 10µm x 10µm |
Active Area | 12.80mm x 10.24mm |
Spectral response | 0.4µm to 1.7µm |
Readout Noise (RMS) | Low Gain: 160 electrons (typical) | HG: 47 electrons (typical) |
Quantum Efficiency | <80% @1.55µm |
Full Well Capacity | Low Gain: 450Ke- | High Gain: 10Ke- |
Pixel Operability | >99.5% |
Image Correction | 3 point NUC (offset, Gain & Dark Current) + pixel correction |
Camera Specification | |
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Digital Output Format | 12 bit Camera Link (Medium Configuration) |
Exposure time | Low Gain: 300µs to [Frame Period - Readout Time] / High Gain: 600µs to [Frame Period - Readout Time] |
Shutter mode | Global Shutter |
Frame Rate | 10 Hz to 60Hz |
Optical Interface | C mount (selection of SWIR lens available) or M42 |
Camera Setup / Control | Camera Link |
Dynamic Range | Low gain: 69db | High gain: 47db |
Trigger interface | Trigger IN and OUT - TTL compatible |
Power supply | 12V DC ±0.5V |
TE Cooling | Active, 35°C Delta |
Image Correction | 3 point NUC (offset, Gain & Dark Current) + pixel correction |
Functions controlled by serial communication | Exposure, intelligent AGC, Non Uniformity Correction, Gamma, Pk/Av, TEC, ROI |
Camera Power Consumption | < 10W (Typical) |
Operating Case Temperature | -20˚C to +55˚C |
Storage Temperature | -30˚C to +60˚C |
Dimensions & Weight | 87.30mm x 79.30mm x 78.86mm | 550g |
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