UV-VIS Camera Industry

The UVISI064BU10G is a versatile sCMOS camera that combines high resolution, high sensitivity, and high frame rate, breaking through the technical barrier that has long made it difficult to achieve all three simultaneously, and establishing itself as a versatile imaging device for scientific and industrial applications. I. Why Are High Resolution, High Sensitivity, and High Speed Difficult to Achieve Simultaneously? Resolution, sensitivity, and imaging speed are the three core metrics for evaluating scientific imaging equipment, and they are mutually constrained. When selecting a camera, researchers and industrial users must weigh these factors based on their specific application requirements. 1.1 Resolution High resolution means that the sensor must integrate more pixels, and the size of each individual pixel becomes smaller. Smaller pixels typically reduce light-gathering capability, affecting sensitivity. At the same time, the increase in total pixel count results in a larger volume of image data to be transmitted per unit time, which in turn impacts the frame rate. 1.2 Sensitivity High sensitivity requires low noise and large pixel design, but larger pixels reduce the pixel count on a sensor of the same area, directly lowering resolution. Low noise also demands that the data readout speed not be too fast, thereby…

I. High-Sensitivity and High-Speed sCMOS Cameras sCMOS scientific-grade cameras, with ultra-low readout noise, ultra-high quantum efficiency, wide dynamic range, and high-speed imaging capability, have become key imaging devices for extremely weak optical signal detection. They are now widely used in cold atom physics experiments, quantum research, plasma transient process diagnostics, super-resolution microscopy, magnetic domain microscopy, semiconductor wafer micro-defect inspection, Raman spectroscopy, and other low-light scenarios. Their industry application value and demand continue to grow. II. Core sCMOS Parameters We have selected camera brands including Hamamatsu, TELEDYNE, Andor, PCO, and AttosTek, with core parameters listed below for users to choose from. BrandHamamatsuTELEDYNEAndorPCOAttosTekProductORCA-Quest IQPrime 95BCB2 High Respco.edge 4.2 biUVISI064BU10GSpectral Range300-1100 nm200-1100 nm400-1000 nm400-900 nm200-1100 nmPixel Size4.6 μm × 4.6 μm11μm ×11 μm2.74 μm ×2.74 μm6.5 μm × 6.5 μm6.5 μm × 6.5 μmResolution4096 x 23041200 x 12005328 x 46082048 x 20482048 x 2048Full Frame Rate7.19 fps81 fps30 fps40 fps270 fpsPeak QE85%95%90%95%95%Readout Noise0.3 e⁻1.8 e⁻1.4 e⁻1.9 e⁻0.9 e⁻Dynamic Range23000:194 dB32000:188.5 dB83.4 dBFull Well Capacity7 ke⁻8 ke⁻9.5 ke⁻4.8 ke⁻13.4 ke⁻Dark Current0.012 e⁻/pix/s0.5 e⁻/pix/s0.043 e⁻/pix/s0.2 e⁻/pix/s0.01 e⁻/pix/sCooling Temperature-25°C-25°C-40°C-25°C-25°CKey AdvantagesLow readout noiseLarge pixel size, high dynamic range24.5 MP high resolutionHigh quantum efficiency, high dynamic rangeHigh frame rate, low dark currentSuitable ApplicationsSingle-molecule fluorescence imaging, live-cell low-light imagingHyperspectral imagingHigh-throughput screeningFluorescence microscopy imagingNeuroscience…

Single-photon cameras are imaging devices capable of capturing extremely weak signals at the single-photon level, playing a vital role in fields such as cold atom experiments and single-molecule fluorescence microscopy. After years of technological development, multiple technical approaches have been established, multiple technical approaches have been established, Below is a comprehensive comparison of the five single-photon imaging technologies: Technology TypeWorking PrincipleRepresentative Brands / ModelsReference PriceCore AdvantagesCore Disadvantages1. Superconducting Nanowire Single-Photon Detector (SNSPD)Utilizes the photoelectric response of superconducting materials to single photons, featuring ultra-high sensitivity and ultra-low dark count rates.Photon Technology, Single Quantum(Netherlands)Extremely highapprox$148,000 – $445,000Ultra-high detection efficiency, excellent time resolution, ultra-low dark noise.Prohibitive cost; requires complex cryogenic cooling systems; incapable of photon number resolution.2. Intensified Charge-Coupled Device (ICCD)Amplifies optical signals via an image intensifier equipped with MCP, then couples the amplified signal to CCD/sCMOS for readout.Teledyne PI-MAX4, PCO.dicamRelatively highapprox $59,000 – $148,000Picosecond ultra-fast gating capability for time-resolved imaging; ideal for transient physics and combustion diagnostics.Image intensifiers introduce extra noise and spatial distortion; relatively low quantum efficiency; limited service life and high maintenance costs.3. Electron-Multiplying Charge-Coupled Device (EMCCD)Achieves signal multiplication via high voltage on readout registers, with readout noise below 1 electron.Andor iXon Ultra Series, Teledyne PI SeriesRelatively highapprox$44,000 – $88,000Mature…

I. Product Introduction The AttosTek UVISI064BU10G is a scientific-grade cooled camera equipped with the GSENSE6504BSI image sensor, featuring 4.2 MP resolution and 6.5 μm pixel size. The camera utilizes USB3.2 + 10Gige interfaces and incorporates a built-in cooling system with a temperature differential of approximately 45°C (below ambient temperature), effectively reducing dark current. With its outstanding scientific imaging performance, stable cooling system, and versatile interface configuration, the UVISI064BU10G camera is an ideal choice for research institutes, medical institutions, and high-end industrial applications, suitable for high-speed applications such as fluorescence dynamic observation and rapid scanning. II. QE Curve III. Glass Window Transmittance Curve IV. Camera Specifications ParameterSpecificationModelUVISI064BU10GSensor TypeGSENSE6504BSISpectral Range200nm-1100nmPixel Size6.5μm × 6.5 μmSensor Format1.2"Resolution2048 x 2048Frame Rate10Gige: 270fps@8bit、180fps@12bit、135fps@16bit USB3.2: 220fps@8bit、150fps@12bit、112fps@16bitImage Buffer1024MB (8Gb)Peak Quantum Efficiency95%@450nmGain Range1x – 75x (HCG) 1x – 50x (LCG)Conversion Gain4.5DN/e (Gain x58.8)Dynamic Range83.4dB (HDR)Read Noise0.9e⁻(Gain x58.8)Full Well Capacity13.4ke⁻(Gain x3.7)SNR41.2dB (Gain x3.7)Dark Current0.01e⁻/s/pix @-20℃Sensitivity9.2×10⁷e⁻ /((W/m2).s)@450nmExposure Time Range12μs-300sBinning ModesSoftware 2×2 – 8×8, Hardware FPGA 2×2 – 4×4Shutter ModeRolling Shutter / Global ResetData InterfaceUSB3.2 + 10GigeDigital I/O1 opto-isolated input, 1 opto-isolated output, 2 non-isolated I/O portsData Format8bit / 12bit / 16bitCooling Temperature-25°C (at 20°C ambient temperature)Optical InterfaceC-mountPower SupplyDC19V 4A power adapterPower ConsumptionTBDDimensions85mm×85mm×118mmWeightTBDSoftwareAttosView / Complete SDK development packageTemperatureOperating: -30~60°C; Storage: -40~85°CHumidityOperating: 20%-80%, non-condensing; Storage:…

一. Introduction to AttosTek UVISI064BU10G Camera UVISI064BU10G is a newly upgraded high-sensitivity sCMOS camera, the optimal choice for extreme low-light imaging. It adopts the GSENSE6504BSI sensor, an upgraded version of the GSENSE2020BSI sensor, which delivers comprehensive improvements in core low-light imaging metrics. The GSENSE2020BSI sensor is a scientific-grade backside-illuminated CMOS image sensor launched by Gpixel in 2017. With specifications including 4-megapixel resolution, 95% peak quantum efficiency and ultra-low read noise of 1.2 e⁻, it has been widely adopted for low-light imaging applications. The GSENSE6504BSI sensor achieves substantial upgrades in key parameters such as read noise, frame rate and dark current. 二. Comparison of Core Performance Specifications Product ModelUVISI064BU10G (Previous Version)UVISI064BU10G (Upgraded Version)Performance ChangeSensor TypeGSENSE2020BSIGSENSE6504BSI-Spectral Range200nm–1100nm200nm–1100nmIdenticalPixel Size6.5µm × 6.5µm6.5µm × 6.5µmIdenticalSensor Format1.2"1.2"IdenticalResolution2048 × 20482048 × 2048IdenticalFrame Rate43 fps (12 bit), 74 fps (11 bit)10GigE: 270fps@8bit, 180fps@12bit, 135fps@16bitUSB3.2: 220fps@8bit, 150fps@12bit, 112fps@16bitImprovedPeak Quantum Efficiency95% @ 560nm95% @ 450nmIdenticalRead Noise1.2 e⁻ (CMS), 1.6 e⁻ (HDR, LCG)0.9 e⁻ (Gain ×58.8)ImprovedDark Current0.07 e⁻/pixel/s @ -30°C0.01 e⁻/s/pixel @ -20℃ImprovedData InterfaceUSB3.0USB3.2 + 10GigEImprovedData Bit Depth11bit / 12bit8 bit / 12 bit / 16 bitImprovedOptical InterfaceC-mountC-mountIdentical