On September 3, 2018, SVS-Vistek announced the release of updated versions of its highly successful ultra-high-resolution HR camera series. These new industrial cameras feature an enhanced electronic platform and support a variety of modern sensors and interfaces, making them ideal for advanced machine vision applications.

Key Features of the HR Camera Series

The “HR” designation refers to high resolution, a core principle behind SVS-Vistek’s current line of industrial cameras. The flagship model, hr120, captures ultra-detailed images with up to 122 megapixels in a single shot. This makes these cameras exceptionally powerful for applications where precision is critical.

According to CMO Andreas Schaarschmidt, the success of these cameras stems from more than just their high-resolution capabilities. “The large data volumes generated at resolutions ranging from 29 to 122 megapixels require efficient transport and processing,” he explained. “The current HR series includes cutting-edge machine vision interfaces such as Dual GigE Vision, 10 GigE Vision, Camera Link, and CoaXPress. Additionally, the robustly designed camera body ensures excellent thermal management and supports fanless operation on most models.”

Technological Advancements

SVS-Vistek leveraged its success in markets like Asia to upgrade the HR series with the latest technology. The new camera body was specifically engineered for ultra-high-resolution sensors, which require precise optical alignment due to their size.

Furthermore, these large sensors generate significant heat and demand effective temperature management to maintain consistent sensor temperatures across their surfaces. The redesigned body ensures superior cooling and efficiently dissipates waste heat from high-performance data interfaces.

Performance Enhancements

The second-generation HR cameras boast an updated electronics platform with state-of-the-art technology. “We’ve optimized support for new sensors like the Canon 120MXSC/M or ON Semiconductor’s NOIP1SE025KA-GDI,” said Schaarschmidt.

These enhancements also ensure compatibility with all major industrial data interfaces, including CoaXPress, Camera Link, and GigE Vision, as well as upcoming standards like 10 GigE Vision.

Mechanical Improvements

The new generation includes mechanical refinements to improve usability. Extended mounting options simplify camera positioning. While the built-in multi-channel strobe controller remains unchanged, an upcoming software release (version 2.5.1) will enhance operations further.

Proven Applications and Future Potential

Schaarschmidt highlighted that the current HR series has already proven successful in diverse applications, including solar production, large-scale microscopy, FPD display inspection, 3D photogrammetry, and surface inspection.

With their improved design and expanded technical features, he believes these new cameras will deliver reliable quality assurance across a wide range of demanding tasks.

Last Updated: 2025-09-05 03:32:27