Lens Features
>180deg FoV
Wide field of view in a low cost package.
Low F/#
All-glass all-metal design, with F/1.9 for incredible low light performance.
IP67
IP67 rated for dust and water resistance.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL256 |
| Format Type | 1/1.8" (Full circular fisheye) |
| EFL | 1.6mm |
| F# | 2.4 Fixed |
| Resolution | 5MP+, 2.4μm |
| Field of View | 180° @ 4.5mm image circle
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| Image Circle | 4.5mm |
| Distortion | -97% FΘ @4.5mm See mechanical drawing for Optical, FΘ, and full TV distortion. |
| Weight | 7g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | P/N With: CIL256-F2.5-M12A650 P/N Without: CIL256-F2.5-M12ANIR |
| Construction | Glass |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| "M12A" | IP67, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, Metal Cap+Barrel |
Mechanical Layout

Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| CLA019-LCP | |
| 8mm - 13mm tall mount | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Basler Dart S-Mount | Yes |
*Mechanical compatibility only, assuming the standard M12x0.5 lens mount provided by the camera manufacturer. Please check optical compatibility separately.
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