8mm M12 Lens for 1/1.8" sensors such as IMX664 and IMX464

Low Distortion 8mm M12 Lens

The CIL083 is an 8mm lens for up to 6MP-8MP 1/1.8" sensors. This M12 lens is compact and cost effective option, made possible by a hybrid glass-plastic design.

$19.00

73pcs CIL083-F2.8-M12A650 (F/2.8 / M12A / With 650nm IRC Filter) in stock in the US

13pcs CIL083-F2.8-M12ANIR (F/2.8 / M12A / Without Filter) in stock in the US

In stock — orders before 12 PM PST ship same day

Lens Features

Large Format

Suitable for up to 1/1.8″ Type cameras, with a 8.8mm image circle.

Compact Size

TTL of 24.4mm and maximum diameter of 14mm for a compact design

Optical and Mechanical Specification Table

Lens Parameter Performance Detail
Part NumberCIL083
EFL8.0
F# 2.8
Field of View52° @ 7.6mm image circle — Calculate FoV for your sensor
Distortion-0.5% TV
Weight4g
IR Cut-Off FilterP/N With: CIL083-F2.8-M12A650
P/N Without: CIL083-F2.8-M12ANIR
ConstructionHybrid Glass+Plastic, Aluminum

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 12mm-15mm 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
D3 Camera Modules 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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Frequently asked questions

What sensors does the CIL083 8mm M12 lens support?

The CIL083 fits 1/1.8 inch sensors including the Sony IMX664 and IMX464, resolving 8-10MP at 1.85µm pixel pitch. The 8.8mm image circle covers the full 1/1.8 inch format with margin.

How much distortion does the CIL083 have?

TV distortion is -0.5%. That level is low enough for barcode reading, dimensional measurement, and machine vision inspection without software correction in most applications.

Is the CIL083 weatherproof or IP-rated?

No, the CIL083 M12A variant does not have ingress protection. If you need outdoor or washdown performance, you should look at the CIL078 or CIL079 IP67-rated 8mm M12 alternatives.

What cameras are compatible with the CIL083?

The lens works with e-con Systems standard S-mount boards (12-15mm holder height), Allied Vision Alvium, FLIR Blackfly S board-level, iDS uEye LE Rev1.1 and Rev1.2, The Imaging Source M12, and D3 Engineering camera modules. You can The Commonlands CLA020 lens holder is one compatible mounting option.

Does the CIL083 come with an IR cut filter?

The CIL083-F2.8-M12A650 includes a 650nm IR cut-off filter. The CIL083-F2.8-M12ANIR ships without a filter for near-infrared or multispectral work.

Does the CIL083 ship same day from the US?

Yes, in-stock orders before 12 PM PST ship same day from San Diego. The CIL083 typically has strong stock levels, and we can quote volume pricing if you need larger quantities.

CIL083 is an 8mm M12 lens for 1/1.8" sensors resolving 8-10MP at 1.85µm pixel pitch. The fixed F/2.8 aperture keeps the package simple, and the 8.8mm image circle covers the IMX664 and IMX464 cleanly. You get a 52° field of view, which lands in the useful middle ground for barcode reading, inspection, and embedded vision.

TV distortion is -0.5%, which is low for an M12 lens at this price. That level is usually good enough for barcode scanning, PCB inspection, and parts measurement without software correction. The hybrid glass+plastic design in an aluminum barrel is the tradeoff that keeps the price at $19. You can check coverage at field of view calculator

The lens weighs 4g, has a 24.4mm total track length, and reaches 14mm maximum diameter. This variant has no ingress protection, so you should keep it indoors or put it in a housing if the environment is dirty or wet.

Commonlands offers CIL083-F2.8-M12A650 with a 650nm IR cut filter for daylight imaging and CIL083-F2.8-M12ANIR without filter for NIR-sensitive applications. You can mount the lens with the Commonlands CLA020 holder. The lens is compatible with e-con Systems, Allied Vision Alvium, FLIR Blackfly S, iDS uEye LE, The Imaging Source, and D3 Engineering board cameras.

The lens ships same day from San Diego before 12 PM PST. At $19 per unit with 255 in stock, this is the budget 8mm M12 option for volume deployments. You can contact engineering@commonlands.com for volume pricing.

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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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