M12 Wide Angle Lens for up to 12MP 1/2" such as IMX477 and IMX412
GoPro 2.9mm M12 Lens
Lens Features
IP67-rated
IP67 for exterior facing applications requiring water and dust resistance.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL330 |
| EFL | 2.9 |
| F# | 2.6 |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Field of View | 120° @ 6.0mm image circle — Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 8.0mm |
| Distortion | -3% F-Θ |
| Weight | 7g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | P/N With: CIL330-F2.6-M12B650 P/N Without: CIL330-F2.6-M12BNIR |
| Construction | All Glass |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| M12A | IP67, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Barrel, 3.6mm MBFL |
| M12B | IP67, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Barrel, 4.4mm MBFL |
Mechanical Layout
Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Commonlands CLA024 | CLA024 |
| e-con Systems S-Mount | 8mm-13mm tall M12 holder |
| Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount | Yes |
| FLIR Blackfly S Board | Yes |
| iDS uEye XLS | 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 work with the CIL330 2.9mm wide-angle M12 lens?
Covers 1/2″ sensors up to 12MP including the Sony IMX477 and IMX412. The 8.0mm image circle covers 1/2″ format boards used in Raspberry Pi HQ, drones, and machine vision cameras.
How much distortion does the CIL330 have?
The CIL330 has -3% F-Θ distortion. The F-theta projection keeps angular resolution nearly constant across the 120° field. Useful for SLAM, stitching, and surveillance where uniform pixel density matters.
Is the CIL330 IP67 rated for outdoor use?
Yes. Both M12A and M12B variants are IP67 rated with sealed aluminum barrels. Suitable for outdoor cameras, drones, agricultural robots, and any application exposed to dust or water.
What is the difference between the CIL330 M12A and M12B variants?
The M12A has a 3.6mm mechanical back focal length and the M12B has 4.4mm MBFL. Choose based on your camera board-to-sensor stack height. Both share identical optics, IP67 sealing, and filter options.
Does the CIL330 ship same day from the US?
Yes. Commonlands ships all in-stock CIL330 lenses same day from San Diego for orders before 12 PM PST.
What is the field of view of the CIL330 2.9mm M12 lens?
The CIL330 gives 120° field of view at the 6.0mm image circle. Use the calculator at https://commonlands.com/pages/camera-field-of-view-calculator to check exact coverage on your sensor format.
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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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