Sony Europe’s Image Sensing Solutions division has added three high definition models to its FCB range of block cameras, which come with digital and analogue outputs. All three HD units have Sony’s Exmor CMOS sensors.
The camera modules require just 3.4W (4.7W when the motors are active); and are the makers say suited to CCTV, intelligent transport, IP monitoring, and low vision applications.
The FCB-EH6300 becomes the series’ flagship camera and uses its one-third inch Exmor sensor to deliver 1080p video at 30 frames per second (fps). The camera has a minimum required illumination of just 0.5lx, a 240x total magnification (20x optical and 12x digital zoom) and a wide 55.4 degree viewing angle.
The FCB-EH3400 and FCB-EH3300 use the quarter-inch Exmor sensor to capture 720p video at 60fps. They have been designed for applications, such as casino monitoring, where a high frame rate, large optical zoom (28x / 20x) and wide viewing angle are wanted. Both cameras have a minimum required illumination lower than 1lx.
All three camera modules include privacy zone masking, a range of picture effects that include colour enhancement, e-flip, mirror image and nega-art and a diverse array of white balance models.
The 240g cameras measure 50x60x89.7mm. Full specifications are available from the Sony ISS website –
