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ZC-305: 3.1 Megapixel USB 2.0 Digital Video Camera

An ultra-compact, scientific quality camera for machine vision or microscopy, the ZC-305 is fully DirectShow and TWAIN compliant so it is compatible with the hundreds of programs which already support these popular standards.

 

The 2048 x 1536 pixel array updates at 6 frames/sec (20 frames/sec. at 1024 x 768 pixels). A single cable simplifies connecting the camera to any desktop or laptop computer with a USB 2.0 port. Since the ZC-305 is fully powered from the USB 2.0 port, it is the perfect choice for mobile imaging applications.

 

The ZC-305 camera includes Video ToolBox software, which provides full control over the camera, an easy-to-use interface for image capture, and advanced labeling, annotation and measurement features. Additional software provides advanced control of the exposure, including automatic or manual control of gain and exposure, white balance, and on-chip integration for low-light imaging.

How Do I Choose?
Images & Video ,
Features
  • High-resolution 3.1 megapixel camera
  • Video ToolBox PRO Software to capture, record, annotate, measure
Applications
  • Microscopy including Brightfield, Darkfield, D/C and Fluorescence
  • Video Inspection and Documentation
  • Surveillance and Security
  • Mobile Imaging
  • Photo ID Systems
  • Telemedicine
  • Video Conferencing and Webcasting
Specifications
  • Sensor Type: CMOS
  • Sensor Size: 6.6 mm x 5.0 mm (1/2" type)
  • Pixel size: 3.2 µ x 3.2 µ
  • Array Size: 2048 x 1536
    reduced 1280 x 1024, 1024 x 768,
  • Fixed Pattern Noise: < 0.03%
  • S/N Ratio: 46 dB
  • Min. Illumination: 0.028 lux (with IR filter removed)
  • Pixel Clock: 24 megapixels/second
  • Bits per Pixel: 8 (per color component)
  • Frame Rate: 6/sec (max. full frame)
    20/sec at 1024 x 768 pixels
  • Exposure Time: 66 µs to > 9 sec.
  • Shutter: rolling, progressive scan
  • Gain: manual or automatic
  • Lens Mount: C-mount with adjustable spacing
  • Camera Housing: Aluminum
  • Camera Body Size: 49.2 (h) x 47.7 (w) x 33.6 (d) mm [Model ZC305]
    40 (w) x 38.1 (h) x 50.3 (d) mm [Model ZC305A]
  • Mounting: 1/4 - 20 threaded tripod socket

Software

  • Capture Program: Video ToolBox PRO
  • Drivers: DirectShow and TWAIN
Computer Requirements
  • Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 (32-bit)
  • Free USB 2.0 Port
  • DirectX 8.1 or greater
  • Pentium IV 1.5 GHz or faster (Core 2 Duo, 1.8+ GHz recommended)
  • 512 MB of Free Memory (1+ GB recommended)
  • Video card with 32+ MB of video RAM, minimum 1024 x 768 resolution at 16-bit (65,000 colors)
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