EDATEC M12 Fisheye Lens for Raspberry Pi Camera
This page sells the EDATEC ED-LENS-M12-230112-04 (4MP M12 fisheye, 1.12mm EFL, 225° FOV) and ED-LENS-M12-230130-12 (12MP M12 fisheye, 1.30mm EFL, 240° FOV). Other EDATEC lenses we carry: 5MP M12 fixed, C-Mount 8mm / 35mm.
This listing is for the ED-LENS-M12-230112-04 and ED-LENS-M12-230130-12: 4MP or 12MP M12 fisheye lenses, 1.12mm or 1.30mm EFL, 225° or 240° FOV, 1/2.3" sensor format. Select the model above. Contact us if you need a different model from the selection guide below.
EDATEC's M12 Fisheye Lens series offers ultra-wide-angle lenses with M12 (S-mount) thread, supporting sensor formats from 1/2.8" to 1/1.7" and fields of view from 111° up to 240°. With resolutions from 4MP to 12MP and focal lengths as short as 1.12mm, these lenses suit machine vision, surveillance, robotics, panoramic imaging, and embedded camera systems.
ED-LENS-M12-230112-04 / ED-LENS-M12-230130-12 Specifications
| Parameter | 4MP (ED-LENS-M12-230112-04) | 12MP (ED-LENS-M12-230130-12) |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 4 Megapixel | 12 Megapixel |
| Optical Format | 1/2.3" | |
| Mount | M12 (S-mount) | |
| EFL (Effective Focal Length) | 1.12mm | 1.3mm |
| BFL (Back Focal Length) | 3.01mm | 2.96mm |
| MBF (Mechanical Back Focal) | 2.16mm | 1.86mm |
| TTL (Total Track Length) | 20.35mm | 20.10mm |
| Aperture | F/2.2 (fixed) | F/2.0 (fixed) |
| FOV D×H×V (1/2.3" sensor) | 225° × 225° × 225° | 240° × 240° × 240° |
| Optical Distortion | <-11.8% | <-16.8% |
| CRA (Chief Ray Angle) | 9.9° | 12° |
| MOD (Min. Object Distance) | 0.17m | 0.25m |
| Structure | 4G2P | 8G |
| Focus | Manual | |
| Dimensions | Φ17 × 18.19mm | Φ22 × 18.24mm |
| Weight | 6g | 9.6g |
| Working Temperature | -20°C to +70°C | |
Important compatibility note: The MBF (Mechanical Back Focal) value of both lenses is small, making them unsuitable for the Raspberry Pi M12 HQ Camera Module. Please check compatibility with your camera module before ordering.
Key Features (M12 Fisheye Lens Series)
- Mount: M12 (S-mount)
- Sensor Format: 1/2.8" to 1/1.7"
- Focal Length: 1.12mm to 5.2mm
- Resolution: 4MP to 12MP
- Field of View: 111° to 240°
- Aperture: F/1.6 to F/2.4
- MOD: 0.15m to 0.3m
- 10 models available
- Applications: Machine vision, surveillance, robotics, panoramic imaging
Model Selection Guide
| Model | Format | EFL | BFL | Res | F/No | FOV (°) | MOD | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ED-LENS-M12-180520-04 | 1/1.8" | 5.2 | 5.21 | 4MP | 1.6 | 111 / 92.3 / 48.5 | 0.3 | Φ14×20.7 |
| ED-LENS-M12-180160-05 | 1/1.8" | 1.6 | 4.88 | 5MP | 2.0 | 180 / 180 / 180 | 0.3 | Φ20×16 |
| ED-LENS-M12-170185-12 | 1/1.7" | 1.85 | 6.25 | 12MP | 2.0 | 185 / 185 / 185 | 0.15 | Φ34×29.54 |
| ED-LENS-M12-170183-08 | 1/1.7" | 1.83 | 5.03 | 8MP | 2.07 | 186 / 186 / 186 | 0.2 | Φ21×21.97 |
| ED-LENS-M12-280167-08 | 1/2.8" | 1.67 | 4.36 | 8MP | 2.0 | 190 / 190 / 120 | 0.3 | Φ22×19.6 |
| ED-LENS-M12-230155-12 | 1/2.3" | 1.55 | 4.63 | 12MP | 2.0 | 195 / 195 / 195 | 0.15 | Φ26×23.16 |
| ED-LENS-M12-230130-12 (this page) | 1/2.3" | 1.3 | 2.96 | 12MP | 2.0 | 240 / 240 / 240 | 0.25 | Φ22×18.24 |
| ED-LENS-M12-230112-04 (this page) | 1/2.3" | 1.12 | 3.01 | 4MP | 2.2 | 225 / 225 / 225 | 0.17 | Φ17×18.19 |
| ED-LENS-M12-250150-05-A | 1/2.5" | 1.5 | 3.66 | 5MP | 2.4 | 210 / 210 / 210 | 0.3 | Φ16×13.4 |
| ED-LENS-M12-230191-12 | 1/2.3" | 1.91 | 3.56 | 12MP | 1.8 | 185 / 185 / 140.5 | 0.3 | Φ23.5×24.9 |
Note: Field of view values may vary depending on the sensor used.
Choosing the Right Model
| Requirement | Recommended Model |
|---|---|
| Maximum FOV (240°) | ED-LENS-M12-230130-12 |
| Low-light (F/1.6) | ED-LENS-M12-180520-04 |
| High resolution (12MP) | ED-LENS-M12-170185-12 |
| Shortest focus distance | ED-LENS-M12-170185-12, ED-LENS-M12-230155-12 |
| Compact size | ED-LENS-M12-250150-05-A |
| True 180° FOV | ED-LENS-M12-180160-05, ED-LENS-M12-170183-08 |