Sony IMX304 · 12.4MP 1.1" global-shutter CMOS image sensor
IMX304 Sensor Specifications & Compatible M12 and C-Mount Lenses
IMX304 is a Sony 1.1-inch global-shutter CMOS image sensor from the Pregius family, built for high-resolution machine vision. It captures 4112x3008 (12.4 MP) at 23.4 fps over an LVDS interface, with 3.45 um pixels and a 17.58 mm diagonal. The 17.58 mm image circle is larger than any M12 Lens covers, so Commonlands matches C-Mount Lenses to it and reports the calculated field of view for each option below.
IMX304 specifications
| Part number | IMX304 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Family | Pregius |
| Resolution | 4112x3008 (12.4 MP) |
| Optical format | 1.1" |
| Active area | 14.19 × 10.38 mm |
| Sensor diagonal | 17.58 mm |
| Pixel size | 3.45 µm |
| Shutter | Global |
| Max frame rate | 23.4 fps |
| Interface | LVDS |
| Color / mono | Color / Mono |
Manufacturer datasheet: Sony IMX304 product page
Lens selection for the IMX304 with calculated field of view
Each field of view below is calculated for the IMX304 active area (14.19 × 10.38 mm) from Commonlands’ per-lens field-of-view data, which reflects each lens’s real distortion rather than a focal-length-only estimate. Alongside the horizontal, vertical, and diagonal field of view, each row lists focal length, mount, aperture (F#), and coverage. Follow the product links for distortion, ingress protection, dimensions, and resolution specifications. Coverage compares the lens image circle with the 17.58 mm sensor diagonal. Entries marked Circular image do not cover the full diagonal; part of the sensor lies outside the image circle. Run working-distance and object-size numbers through the field of view calculator.
Engineering picks for the IMX304
- Best ~30° HFoV: 25mm C-Mount Lens (CIL554) (25 mm, f/2.6). Why: the closest covering option to 30° horizontal, chosen for tight inspection framing and long read ranges. Field of view on the IMX304: 32° H × 23° V (39° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Best ~60° HFoV: 12mm C-Mount Lens (CIL552) (12 mm, f/2.8). Why: the closest covering option to 60° horizontal, chosen for general-purpose machine-vision framing. Field of view on the IMX304: 61° H × 47° V (72° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Best low light: 8.5mm C-Mount Lens (CIL508) (8.5 mm, f/2.4). Why: the fastest covering aperture (f/2.4), which collects the most light per pixel. Field of view on the IMX304: 83° H × 65° V (98° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
This larger format pairs with the C-Mount Lens collection. Covering lenses below run from 1.3 mm to 75 mm focal length and span 11° to 184° horizontal field of view on the IMX304 active area.
| Commonlands Lens | Focal Length | Mount | F# | Horizontal FoV | Vertical FoV | Diagonal FoV | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisheye 1.3mm M12 Lens (CIL293) | 1.3 mm | M12 | f/2.2 | 184° | 184° | 184° | Circular image |
| 8.5mm C-Mount Lens (CIL508) | 8.5 mm | C-mount | f/2.4 | 83° | 65° | 98° | Covers |
| 12mm C-Mount Lens (CIL552) | 12 mm | C-mount | f/2.8 | 61° | 47° | 72° | Covers |
| 16mm C-Mount Lens (CIL553) | 16 mm | C-mount | f/2.8 | 48° | 36° | 57° | Covers |
| 25mm C-Mount Lens (CIL554) | 25 mm | C-mount | f/2.6 | 32° | 23° | 39° | Covers |
| 35mm C-Mount Lens (CIL555) | 35 mm | C-mount | f/2.6 | 23° | 17° | 28° | Covers |
| 50mm C-Mount Lens (CIL556) | 50 mm | C-mount | f/2.8 | 16° | 12° | 20° | Covers |
| 75mm C-Mount Lens (CIL557) | 75 mm | C-mount | f/3 | 11° | 8° | 13° | Covers |
Covers in the table means the lens image circle is at least as large as the 17.58 mm sensor diagonal. Confirm corner illumination and MTF at your aperture, wavelength, and working distance. A complete circular fisheye image fits inside the sensor only when its diameter is no larger than the sensor's short side. Need a focal length or coverage that is not listed here? Ask our engineers to confirm a match.
How to choose a lens for the IMX304
Start from the field of view and working distance your application needs. Confirm that the lens image circle covers the active sensor diagonal and that the mount provides the required focus travel and rear clearance. A lens megapixel rating alone does not establish resolution on this sensor. Compare measured MTF at the spatial frequencies your task needs, at the intended aperture, wavelength, distance, and field position, accounting for the 3.45 µm pixel pitch. Estimate framing with the Commonlands field of view calculator.
Sourcing a camera module around the IMX304? Commonlands manufactures M12 lenses and C-mount lenses and ships from San Diego, with same-day shipping on in-stock lenses ordered before 12 PM PST. We also design and build custom MIPI CSI-2 camera modules that integrate the lens, the IMX304 sensor, and the carrier board, available from 1,000 units per year, and assemble consigned IMX304 boards with Commonlands lenses in our San Diego ISO 6 cleanroom from 100 to 100,000 units per year. Talk to an applications engineer.
Related guides and tools
IMX304 lens and camera module FAQ
What lens fits the IMX304 sensor?
A lens match requires sufficient image-circle coverage, suitable MTF, and mechanical clearance. Use the coverage column and calculated field of view to shortlist lenses, then verify the operating conditions on each product page.
What is the IMX304 sensor size?
The IMX304 is a 1.1" format sensor with a 14.19 × 10.38 mm active area and a 17.58 mm diagonal, built on 3.45 µm pixels at 4112x3008 resolution.
Does Commonlands build a custom MIPI camera module for the IMX304?
Yes. Commonlands designs and builds custom MIPI CSI-2 camera modules that integrate the lens, the IMX304 sensor, and the carrier board, available from 1,000 units per year with active lens-to-sensor alignment and 100% MTF testing. Consigned assembly of your IMX304 boards with Commonlands lenses runs from 100 to 100,000 units per year in our San Diego ISO 6 cleanroom. Talk to an applications engineer to scope a module.
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