High resolution, High Sensitivity, Digital VIS-SWIR camera
Using a 1280 x 1024 InGaAs sensor from SCD, the OWL 1280 offers visible extension from 0.4µm to 1.7µm to enable high sensitivity imaging. The 10µm x 10µm pixel pitch enables the highest resolution imaging. It will offer less than 40 electrons readout noise, with a ultra-high intrascene dynamic range of 68dBdB, enabling simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene.
Available with a 12 bit Camera Link output, the OWL 1280 will run from 10 up to 60Hz. The camera will feature On-board Automated Gain Control (AGC) which will enable the best contrast image from low light to bright 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 OWL 1280 is ultra compact, rugged and low power (<3W). The camera is stabilised with no fan.
Please note: This product is under the export control of UK government and maybe subject to an Single Individual export licence before shipment.

- VIS-SWIR technology – Enables high sensitivity imaging from 0.4μm to 1.7μm
- 10μm x 10μm pixel pitch – Enables the highest resolution VIS-SWIR image
- <50 electrons readout noise – Enables the highest VIS-SWIR detection limit
- Ultra high intrascene dynamic range – 69dB – Enables simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene
- On-board Automated Gain Control (AGC) – Enables clear video in all light conditions
- On-board intelligent 3 point NUC – Enables highest quality images
- Ultra compact, Low power (< 3W) – Ideal for hand-held, mobile or airborne systems
- Rugged, No fan – Enables integration into UAV, handheld or any Electro-Optic systems
FPA Specification | |
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Sensor Type | InGaAs PIN-Photodiode |
Active Pixel | 1280 x 1024 |
Pixel Pitch | 10µm x 10µm |
Active Area | 12.8mm x 10.24mm |
Spectral response | 0.4mm to 1.7mm |
Readout Noise (RMS) | Low Gain: 160 electrons (typical) | High Gain: 47 electrons (typical) |
Quantum Efficiency | >80% @1.55µm |
Full Well Capacity | Low Gain: 450Ke- | High Gain: 10Ke- |
Pixel Operability | >99.5% |
TE Cooling | Active |
Camera Specification | |
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Digital Output Format | 12 bit Camera Link (Medium Configuration) |
Exposure time | Low Gain: 300µs to 92.5ms | High gain: 600µs to 86.5ms |
Shutter mode | Global Shutter |
Frame Rate | 10 to 60Hz |
Optical Interface | C mount (selection of SWIR lens available) or M42 |
Camera Setup / Control | Camera Link |
Dynamic Range | LG: 69dB, HG: 47dB |
Trigger interface | Trigger IN and OUT - TTL compatible |
Power supply | 12V DC ±0.5V |
TE Cooling | Active |
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 | <3W (TEC OFF, NUC ON) |
Operating Case Temperature | -20˚C to +55˚C |
Surveillance
- HD long-range day/night SWIR imaging
- Airborne and Ground Payload
- Hand Held Goggles
- Driving Vision Enhancement (DVE)
- Airborne EVS
- Vision enhancement
Scientific
- Astronomy
- Beam Profiling
- Hyperspectral Imaging
- Semiconductor Inspection
- Solar Cell Inspection
- Thermography