5mm M12 Lens for Up to 1/1.7" 12MP Cameras such as IMX226
Large Format 5.1mm M12 Lens
Lens Features
High Resolution
>20%@320lp/mm for up to 12MP 1/1.7″ sensors.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL050 |
| EFL | 5.1 |
| F# | 2.0 |
| Field of View | 120° @ 9.3mm image circle — Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 9.3mm |
| Distortion | -17% TV |
| Weight | 11g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | P/N With: CIL050-F2.0-M12A650 P/N Without: CIL050-F2.0-M12ANIR |
| Construction | All Glass with Aluminum Barrel |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| M12A | No Ingress Protection, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
Mechanical Layout
Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Commonlands CLA020 | CLA020 |
| 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: Yes |
| The Imaging Source M12 | 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.
Frequently asked questions
What sensors does the CIL050 5mm M12 lens support?
The CIL050 covers sensors up to 1/1.7 inch format with 12MP resolution at the 9.3mm image circle. It is verified on the Sony IMX226 and also works well on 8MP sensors such as the IMX178. Check coverage at field of view calculator
How much distortion does the CIL050 have?
The CIL050 has -17% TV barrel distortion. That is fine for robotics navigation and surveillance, but measurement or inspection systems usually need software correction or a lower-distortion lens such as the CIL078 or CIL034.
What is the image circle of the CIL050?
The CIL050 has a 9.3mm image circle. That fully covers 1/1.7 inch sensors with margin for mechanical tolerances.
Is the CIL050 compatible with the IMX226 sensor?
Yes, the IMX226 is one of the main target sensors for the CIL050. At F/2.0, the lens resolves 12MP with more than 20% MTF at 320 lp/mm across the field.
Which lens holder fits the CIL050 M12 lens?
The Commonlands CLA020 (20mm mounting hole spacing) is one compatible option. e-con Systems standard S-mount boards need a 9-13mm tall holder, while FLIR Blackfly S and Basler Dart accept the lens directly.
Does the CIL050 ship same day from the United States?
Yes, in-stock CIL050 variants ship same day from San Diego for orders placed before 12 PM PST. Contact us if you want to confirm stock on a specific part number.
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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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