Low Distortion 1.8mm Wide-Angle M12 Lens for 8MP Sensors
Low Distortion 1.8mm M12 Lens
In stock — orders before 12 PM PST ship same day
Lens Features
Ultra Wide-Angle FoV
One of the widest angle low distortion M12 lenses on the market.
4K+ Resolution
MTF suitable for 4K+ 1/2.5" sensors resulting from multiple aspheres.
Low Distortion
Low distortion makes objects appear normal — straight lines stay straight.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL018 |
| EFL | 1.8 |
| F# | 2.8 |
| Resolution | 6-8MP, 1.85µm, 1/2.5" |
| Field of View | 128° — Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 6.8mm |
| Distortion | -0.14 |
| Weight | 8g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | 650nm |
| Construction | 5G2P |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| M12A | No Ingress Protection, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
| M12B | IP67-rated, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
Mechanical Layout
Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Commonlands CLA018 | CLA018 |
| e-con Systems S-Mount | 9mm-13mm tall holder |
| Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount | Yes |
| FLIR Blackfly S Board | Yes |
| iDS uEye LE | Rev1.1: Yes, Rev1.2: Must use PN ending C-NO |
| The Imaging Source M12 | Yes |
| D3 Camera Modules | Contact D3 Engineering |
*Mechanical compatibility only, assuming the standard M12x0.5 lens mount provided by the camera manufacturer. Please check optical compatibility separately.
Frequently asked questions
What is the field of view of the CIL018 1.8mm M12 lens?
The CIL018 provides 128° FoV at 6.5mm on a 1/2.5" sensor, with approximately 125° horizontal field of view. Image circle is 6.8mm as designed with a 7.1mm maximum.
What is the distortion spec of the CIL018 wide-angle M12 lens?
Distortion is -14% barrel distortion — comparatively low for a 128° M12 lens. The 5G2P construction with multiple aspherical surfaces is responsible for the tight aberration control across the field.
What is the difference between the CIL018 M12A and M12B variants?
Both share the same 5G2P optical design and F/2.8 aperture. The M12A has no ingress protection; the M12B is IP67-rated for splash-resistant and wet environments. Both use BBAR coating on surface 1 and AL6061 aluminum construction.
Is the CIL018 compatible with the Raspberry Pi HQ Camera?
Yes. The Raspberry Pi HQ Camera uses an M12 lens mount and is mechanically compatible with the CIL018. It is one of the better-performing wide-angle M12 lenses for Raspberry Pi builds at 6-8MP resolution.
What resolution sensors can the CIL018 M12 lens support?
The CIL018 is rated for 6-8MP sensors with 1.85µm pixel pitch. Sensors including the Sony IMX335 and AR0521 on 1/2.5" formats are the primary design targets.
Does the CIL018 ship same day and is volume pricing available?
Orders placed before 12 PM PST ship same day from San Diego, CA. Volume pricing breaks start at 50 units, with additional tiers at 100, 250, 500, 1k, 2.5k, 5k, 10k, and 25k.
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About Commonlands
Commonlands LLC designs and manufactures precision M12, C-mount, and M8 lenses for machine vision, robotics, and embedded camera systems. Based in San Diego, California, we stock inventory for same-day shipping and provide direct access to US-based optical engineers. Whether you need a single prototype lens or production volumes of 25,000+, our team supports the full lifecycle from optical design consultation through volume fulfillment.
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