Telephoto 20mm M12 Lens for up to 8MP sensor such as IMX678
Low Distortion 20mm M12 Lens
The CIL198 is a 20mm M12 lens for up to 8MP 1/1.8" sensors such as IMX678. The F/2.0 and all-glass all metal construction make this lens great for drones.
In stock. Orders before 12 PM PT ship same day
Lens Features
Low F/#
F# lower than most comparable telephoto lenses
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL198 |
| EFL | 20.0 |
| F# | 2.0 |
| Resolution | Nominal lens rating: 8MP, 2.0um |
| Field of View | 25° @ 8.8mm image circle. Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 8.8mm as designed 9mm maximum |
| Distortion | -0.8% |
| Weight | 10g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | Optional |
| Construction | All Glass, Metal |
| Chief Ray Angle | <20° |
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 CLA024 | CLA024 |
| e-con Systems S-Mount | With Included Al6061 Lens Holder |
| Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount | Yes |
| FLIR Blackfly S Board | Yes |
| iDS uEye LE | 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 cameras is the Low Distortion 20mm M12 Lens compatible with?
Check this product's mechanical drawing and selected variant for its interface, dimensions, and required clearances. Contact engineering@commonlands.com for compatibility with your camera or assembly.
What resolution does the Low Distortion 20mm M12 Lens support?
Nominal lens rating: 8MP, 2.0um
Does Commonlands ship from the United States?
Yes. Commonlands ships from San Diego, California. Orders placed before 12 PM PT ship same day. Contact engineering@commonlands.com for support.
Can I get volume pricing?
Standard price breaks start at quantities of 50, 100, 250, 500, 1k, 2.5k, 5k, 10k, and 25k. Click "Get Volume Pricing" above or contact sales@commonlands.com.
Are .STP files and mechanical drawings available?
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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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