Allied Vision has introduced the latest iteration of its Software Development Kit, Vimba X. This new version marks a significant leap forward, now fully compliant with the GenICam standards and packed with innovative features tailored specifically for the Alvium camera series.

Key Features

  • Enhanced Compatibility: Designed from the ground up for seamless integration with the Alvium camera lineup, supporting all its advanced capabilities.
  • New Widgets:
    • 5x5 Custom Convolution widget
    • Viewer with expanded functionality
  • Upcoming Alvium Series Support: Scheduled Action Commands and GenICam compliant Chunk Data & Events (details pending availability).
  • Documentation Improvements: Comprehensive web-based documentation accessible both online and offline at https://docs.alliedvision.com
  • Revamped APIs: Enhanced C, C++, and Python Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for smoother development.

User Experience

The Vimba X Viewer provides an intuitive interface for camera configuration, saving settings, and loading them directly into custom applications. Graphical widgets facilitate quick access to all the latest Alvium features, ensuring a smooth user experience across Windows 10/11, Linux, and Linux ARM (64-bit).

Cross-Platform & Third-Party Integration

Vimba X is built for flexibility, running smoothly on various operating systems including Windows 10/11, Linux, and Linux ARM. Its architecture allows easy integration not only within its own ecosystem but also with popular third-party software like MATLAB, Halcon, and Matrox Imaging Library.

Crucially, being GenICam compliant means Vimba X supports standard Transport layers, enabling automatic camera detection for compatible software. It provides a unified API to control all camera interfaces using C, C++, or Python.

Migration Assistance

For existing users transitioning from Vimba, a dedicated migration guide is available in the documentation. The ability to install both Vimba and Vimba X concurrently simplifies the transition process.

Availability

Vimba X is free to download directly from Allied Vision’s website.

Download Resources

  • Logo Vimba X (6 KB)
  • PR Allied Vision VimbaX release (49 KB)

Last Updated: 2025-09-04 16:17:58