Vision Research Phantom
HIGH SPEED DIGITAL IMAGING SYSTEMS
  
Resolution/Speed Chart (fps)
1280 x 800 
6,242
1280 x 720 
6,933
512 x 512 
20,978
256 x 256 
66,997
 128 x 128
183,250
128 x 64 
330,469
 128 x 8
1,000,000
  • 6,242 frames-per-second at full 1280 x 800 widescreen resolution
  • 1,000,000 pictures-per-second at reduced resolution
  • Unsurpassed light sensitivity
  • Sub-microsecond exposure, down to 300 nsec

The v12.1 has the highest throughput of any CMOS-based digital high-speed camera. At a chosen resolution, you'll get the fastest possible frame rate. At a chosen frame rate, you'll get the highest possible resolution.

Add sub-microsecond exposure for controlling motion blur, industry-leading light sensitivity, and advanced features found on no other high-speed camera and you have the ideal solution for your high-speed imaging needs. 

 
Phantom v12.1 Features
Maximum Resolution 1280 x 800
Number of Pixels 1,024,000
Max. Frame Rate (fps) at Max. Resolution 6,242
Maximum Frame Rate (fps) 680,000 fps (standard)
1,000,000 fps (optional)
Pixel Bit Depth 8- or 12-bits, selectable
Pixel Size 20 microns
Active Sensor Dimensions 25.6 mm x 16 mm
Sensor ISO (12232) 7000 monochrome, 2100 color
Minimum Exposure Time 1 µsec (standard)
300 nsec (optional)
Shutter Type Electronic, global
Internal Shutter for Auto/Remote CSR Yes, optional
Ethernet Connectivity Gigabit Ethernet (1000 BASE-T)
Triggering Via software or hardware, full trigger positioning control, hardware trigger is TTL levels
Range Data Yes, automatically acquire azimuth and elevation or other range data, more info here
SAM-3 Yes
Strobe Sync Yes
Sync Imaging / Frame Clocking Yes, and the v12.1 has a dedicated FSYNC BNC on the back panel for improved signal integrity; frames can be synchronized to an internal camera clock, an external clock source, IRIG-B time code, or IRIG-B with phase shift
Ready Out Signal Yes
High-Speed (DRAM) Memory 8, 16 and 32 GB available
Non-volatile Memory Using the on-camera CineMag capability, shoot, save, and securely offload a 16GB cine in about 16 seconds versus 16 minutes via Gb Ethernet. Maximize your shot time using the Phantom CineMag to record multiple back-to-back shots
Lensing Interchangeable, F-mount standard; C-mount and PL-mount available, lens not included
Power Supply 100- 240 VAC, 90 Watt power supply included (120 Watt supply included with CineMag versions, when available)
DC Power / Battery 20 - 36 VDC, 70 Watts (non-CineMag version); XLR power cable available
Hi-G No
Preview, Focusing and Playback Via Phantom Software or Video Out
Video Out

Analog: NTSC, PAL, 720p HD; the V12.1 also has a component video port for connecting any viewfinder compatible with the Phantom HD

Digital: Versatile Dual HD-SDI can provide 4:4:4 video (except at 60 fps), or can be two single 4:2:2 HD-SDI ports, one for playback and one always live.

Pre/Post-Trigger Recording Yes
CAR – Continuous Adjustable Resolution Yes, 128 x 8 pixels
Frame Rate Profile Yes, 5 user-defined frame rates within a single cine
EDR – Extreme Dynamic Range Yes
Selective Auto Exposure Yes
Continuous Recording Yes
Multi-Cine Yes, up to 63
Cine Conversion Yes, to Cine, Cine Compressed, Cine RAW, AVI, Multipage TIFF, MXF PAL, MXF NTSC, QuickTime, Windows BMP, OS/2 BMP, PCS, TGA, TIFF, LEAD, JPEG, JTIF, DNG, DPX
Image Timestamp Yes
Continuous Data Streaming No
PIV – Particle Image Velocimetry Yes, 500 nsec straddle time
Memory Gate Yes
Event Marking Yes
Variable Speed Playback Yes
Secondary IP Address Yes
Software Ships with complete set of Phantom Software for camera setup and control, playback and image conversion.
Size 12.25" x 5.5" x 5.0" (L, W< H), without lens
31.1cm x 14cm x 12.7cm
Weight 12 lbs, 5.4 kg without lens or CineMag
Mounting Two 1/4-20 and three 3/8-16 mounting holes on the bottom of the camera body
Active Cooling Yes
Temperature 0°C to 40°C operational
-10°C to 55°C storage
Humidity 8% to 80% relative humidity
Altitude Not specified
Shock 30G, half sine wave, 11 ms, 10 times all axes (without CineMag or lens) to Mil-Std-810 G
Vibration  0.25G, 5-500 Hz, all axes (operational)
Firmware Upload Yes, via Phantom Software
SDK – System Developers Kit Yes, contact Technical Support

 

Additional Product Photos:
 
 
Phantom v12.1 side view.
 
Use our CineStation® - Hot-swappable, non-volatile memory magazines on your next project
 
Phantom v12.1 with optional CineMag

 

PHANTOM V12.1 DATASHEET
REQUEST A DEMO
REQUEST A QUOTE
CAMERA MECHANICAL DRAWINGS
CAMERA MECHANICAL DRAWINGS WITH CINEMAG
PHANTOM V-SERIES DATASHEET
Phantom Camera Control Software v675
Training Classes
Service Agreements
FAQs w/ Phantom Logo
GSA Schedule
This product is on a GSA Schedule, Contract # GS-02F-0086R, expires 31 March 2010
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