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Vision sensors are video cameras with integrated signal processing and imaging electronics. They are used in industrial inspection, quality control, and design and manufacturing diagnostic applications. They often include interfaces for programming and data output, and a variety of measurement and inspection functions.

When specifying vision sensors, it is important to determine whether a monochrome or color sensor is needed.  Monochrome vision sensors present the image in black and white, or grayscale.  Color sensing vision sensors are able the read the spectrum range using varying combinations of different discrete colors.  One common technique is sensing the red, green, and blue components (RGB) and combining them to create a wide spectrum of colors.  Multiple chip color is available on some vision sensors.   It is a method of capturing color in which multiple chips are each dedicated to capturing part of the color image, such as one color, and the results are combined to generate the full color image.  They typically employ color separation devices such as beamsplitters rather than having integral filters on the sensors.

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CCD Cameras
Charge coupled device (CCD) cameras contain light-sensitive silicon chips that detect electrons excited by incoming light. They also contain micro circuitry that transfers a detected signal along a row of discrete picture elements or pixels, scanning the image very rapidly. CCD cameras use two-dimensional CCD arrays with many thousand of pixels.
CMOS Cameras
Complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) cameras use image sensors that operate at lower voltages than charged coupled devices (CCDs), reducing power consumption for portable applications. Each CMOS active pixel sensor cell has its own buffer amplifier, and can be addressed and read individually. 
High Speed Cameras
High speed cameras are designed for rapid image acquisition for scientific or industrial analysis of rapidly changing or moving processes.
Low Light Cameras
Low light cameras are designed for low light applications. They contain sensors that are highly sensitive to light and reduce images to a series of lines.
Video Cameras
Video cameras take continuous pictures and generate signals for display or recording. They capture images by breaking them down into a series of lines. This search form does not include consumer devices such as camcorders.

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Part Numbers for Vision Sensors

Part # Distributor Manufacturer Product Category Description
LCF25LT Newark BANNER ENGINEERING Digital Cameras & Lens; Focal Length:25Mm; Format Size:2/3""E; For Use With:Presence Plus Vision Sensors; Leaded Process Compatible:No; Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C):No
LCF75LR Newark BANNER ENGINEERING Digital Cameras & Lens; Focal Length:75Mm; Format Size:1""T; For Use With:Presence Plus Vision Sensors; Leaded Process Compatible:No; Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C):No
LCF50LT Newark BANNER ENGINEERING Digital Cameras & Lens; Focal Length:50Mm; Format Size:2/3""E; For Use With:Presence Plus Vision Sensors; Leaded Process Compatible:No; Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C):No
LCF50LMP Newark BANNER ENGINEERING Digital Cameras & Lens; Focal Length:50Mm; Format Size:2/3""E; For Use With:Presence Plus Vision Sensors; Leaded Process Compatible:No; Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C):No
LCF04 Newark BANNER ENGINEERING Digital Cameras & Lens; Focal Length:4Mm; Format Size:1/3""D; For Use With:Presence Plus Vision Sensors; Leaded Process Compatible:No; Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C):No

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