50mm Telephoto M12 Lens for Long-Range 2/3" Cameras Such as IMX250 and IMX392

Telephoto 50mm M12 Lens

The CIL051 is a low distortion telephoto 50mm M12 lens which provides a 7° Horizontal Field of View on 1/2.3" type sensors. The lens is suitable for 1/1.7" image sensors with 10MP and up to 2/3" type format.
$79.00

CIL051-F2.8-M12ANIR (F/2.8 / M12A / Without Filter) — we try to restock quickly, contact for availability

307pcs CIL051-F2.8-M12C650 (F/2.8 / M12C / With 650nm IRC Filter) in stock in the US

94pcs CIL051-F2.8-M12CNIR (F/2.8 / M12C / Without Filter) in stock in the US

In stock — orders before 12 PM PST ship same day

Lens Features

Large Format

Suitable for large format sensors up to 2/3″ such as IMX392 and IMX250

Optical and Mechanical Specification Table

Lens Parameter Performance Detail
Part NumberCIL051
EFL50.0
F# 2.8
Resolution12MP, 1.85μm
Field of View9° @ 7.5mm — Calculate FoV for your sensor
Image Circle8.8mm
Distortion0.1% TV @7.5mm
Weight18g
IR Cut-Off FilterP/N With: CIL051-F2.8-M12A650; P/N Without: CIL051-F2.8-M12ANIR
ConstructionAll-glass all-metal

Mechanical Variants

Variant Description
M12A No Ingress Protection, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel
M12C IP67, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel

Mechanical Layout

Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*

Camera/Mount Compatibility
e-con Systems / Standard S-Mount 10mm-15mm tall mount
Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount Yes
FLIR Blackfly S Board Yes
iDS uEye LE Rev1.1: Yes, Rev1.2: Yes
The Imaging Source M12 Yes
Contact D3 Engineering Yes

*Mechanical compatibility only, assuming the standard M12x0.5 lens mount provided by the camera manufacturer. Please check optical compatibility separately.

Same Day Ship by 12 PM PST
US-Based Optical Engineering Support
25,000+ Stock in California
100% MTF Tested

Frequently asked questions

What is the longest focal length M12 lens Commonlands offers?

Commonlands offers M12 lenses up to 75mm focal length. The CIL051 at 50mm and the CIL076 at 75mm are the two longest telephoto S-mount options in the catalog.

Can the CIL051 50mm M12 lens read license plates at long range?

Yes. The 50mm focal length can resolve license plates at 20 to 50 meters, depending on plate size and camera sensor resolution. Low distortion also means the image needs minimal geometric correction for character recognition.

What is the difference between M12A and M12C (IP67) variants of the 50mm lens?

M12A is the standard non-sealed mount. M12C adds IP67 ingress protection with a sealed aluminum barrel for outdoor and marine installations exposed to rain, dust, and humidity.

What sensors are compatible with the CIL051 50mm S-mount lens?

The CIL051 covers 2/3 inch format sensors with an 8.8mm image circle. Compatible sensors include the Sony IMX250, Sony IMX392, and similar global and rolling shutter sensors up to 12MP with 1.85 micron pixel pitch.

Does the CIL051 50mm M12 lens ship from the United States?

Yes. Commonlands ships all in-stock lenses same day from San Diego, California for orders placed before 12 PM PST.

Is volume pricing available for 50mm M12 telephoto lenses?

Yes. Contact Commonlands for volume pricing on M12 telephoto lenses. Production quantities ship with lot traceability and consistent lead times.

CIL051 is a 50mm telephoto M12 lens for long-range imaging on sensors up to 2/3" format. It gives a 9-degree field of view on a 2/3" sensor, which is how you keep pixel density on distant targets after shorter focal lengths run out of reach.

This is the one to use for license plate recognition at 20 to 50 meters, drone-based aerial inspection, long-range perimeter monitoring, and semiconductor wafer inspection when the working distance forces a telephoto setup.

The fixed F/2.8 aperture balances light collection with package size. The 8.8mm image circle resolves 12MP on sensors with 1.85 micron pixels, and the IMX250 and IMX392 both pair well with it.

Two variants cover standard and sealed builds. M12A is the standard mount, while M12C adds IP67 sealing for outdoor installations. Construction is all glass, and total weight is 18g.

The CIL051 works with Commonlands CLA024 lens holders, FLIR Blackfly S, Allied Vision Alvium, iDS, and The Imaging Source board cameras. Orders placed before 12 PM PST ship same day from San Diego.

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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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