3.5mm M12 Lens for 8MP+ 1/1.8" sensors such as IMX178, IMX678, and IMX334
Wide-Angle 3.5mm M12 Lens
In stock — orders before 12 PM PST ship same day
Lens Features
Large Format
A large 8.8mm image circle with TTL=22.7mm results in compact high quality performance.
All Glass All Metal
Good thermal stability with a 8G all-metal design.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL333 |
| EFL | 3.5 |
| F# | 2.4 |
| Resolution | 6-8MP, 2.2μm |
| Field of View | 136° @ 8.0mm image circle — Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 8.8mm~9.0mm |
| Distortion | -5% F-Θ @9.0mm |
| Weight | 67g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | P/N With: CIL333-F2.0-M12A650, CIL333-F2.0-M12B650 P/N Without: CIL333-F2.0-M12BNIR |
| Construction | 8 Glass with Aluminum Barrel |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| M12A | No Ingress Protection, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
| M12B | IP69, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Commonlands CLA024 | CLA024 |
| e-con Systems S-Mount | 9mm - 13mm tall mount |
| Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount | Yes |
| FLIR Blackfly S Board | Yes |
| iDS uEye LE | Yes |
| The Imaging Source M12 | Rev1.1: Yes, Rev1.2: 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 CIL333 3.5mm M12 lens support?
The CIL333 covers 1/1.8 inch sensors up to 10MP including the Sony IMX178, IMX678, and IMX334. It resolves 6-8MP at 2.2μm pixel pitch across an 8.8-9.0mm image circle.
Is the CIL333 available in an IP69 waterproof version?
Yes. The M12B variant is IP69 rated for outdoor installations, agricultural equipment, and washdown environments, while the M12A is the standard non-sealed version.
What is the field of view of the CIL333 wide-angle M12 lens?
The CIL333 gives 136° at the 8.0mm image circle on a 1/1.8 inch sensor. Use field of view calculator to calculate the exact field on your sensor format.
What cameras are mechanically compatible with the CIL333?
The CIL333 mounts on FLIR Blackfly S, Allied Vision Alvium, iDS uEye LE, The Imaging Source M12, and Basler Dart S-Mount board cameras. The Commonlands CLA024 holder works for e-con Systems boards, and other compatible mounts are available.
Does the CIL333 3.5mm M12 lens ship same day from the US?
Yes. In-stock orders placed before 12 PM PST ship same day from our San Diego warehouse.
What lens holder works with the CIL333 on e-con Systems cameras?
The Commonlands CLA024 lens holder provides the 9-13mm mount height typically needed for e-con Systems and other standard S-mount camera boards.
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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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