10 Board Camera Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for board cameras as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 board camera manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked board camera companies as of November, 2024: 1.Shenzhen Haozhou Technology Co.,Ltd, 2.The Imaging Source, 3.SUGITOH Co., Ltd..
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Categories Related to Board Cameras
What Is a Board Camera?
Board Cameras are cameras that are intended to be mounted on a board.
Typically, there is a camera with a lens on the board for connection. Many products use COMS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensors for the camera, while others use CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) cameras.
The basic size is about 20 mm per side. The clarity of the image or video acquired depends on the number of pixels of the sensor used.
Uses of Board Cameras
Board Cameras are often used in devices that process or monitor information with a camera. Examples include cameras in PCs and tablets, cameras in drive recorders, and cameras attached to laboratory equipment.
Different products have different types of connection terminals, different types of standards for transmitted video information, and different types of supported light wavelengths, and these must be taken into consideration when making the appropriate selection. It is also important to take into account the size, the amount of power used during operation, and the number of pixels.
Principle of Board Cameras
Board Cameras consist of a COMS image sensor, a connection terminal, and a processing unit that converts the image obtained from the sensor and the output from the terminal into a standard. Many of them have a lens for light collection.
In operation, light focused by the lens is irradiated onto the COMS image sensor and an electrical signal is output according to the intensity of the color. The electrical signals are then converted to meet the output standards of USB and other devices, and output from the connection terminal. The output data is used to operate other devices on the board to which the Board Camera is connected.
The COMS image sensor outputs as many electrical signals as the number of pixels according to the intensity of the red, green, and yellow colors, and the output mitigates noise and sudden changes in gradient. The accuracy of the image is therefore determined by the number of pixels and the processing algorithm.
How to Select a Board Camera
1. Resolution
The resolution of a Board Camera is a measure of the detail and clarity of an image or video. Resolution is usually expressed in pixels and is a combination of horizontal and vertical pixel counts.
For example, a resolution of 1920x1080 means that the camera has a resolution of 1920 pixels horizontally and 1080 pixels vertically. It is important to select the appropriate resolution according to the environment in which it will be used and the required image quality.
2. Image Sensor Type
There are two primary types of image sensors in Board Cameras: CMOS and CCD. CMOS sensors have circuitry that processes analog signals for individual pixels, allowing for faster readout and integration of features. They are typically used in consumer-level Board Cameras and in general applications.
CCD sensors, on the other hand, have photoelectric conversion elements directly on the image sensor chip and can capture analog signals very accurately. As such, they are sometimes used for specialized applications requiring high image quality or in low light environments.
3. Lens
Board Camera lenses should be selected in terms of focal length, viewing angle, variable vs. fixed focus, and optical performance. In particular, the viewing angle is also important in terms of how much area it can cover. A wide viewing angle may lack detailed information, so it is necessary to select an appropriate one for the intended use and the shooting environment.
The ease of changing lenses will also be important if lenses are changed more frequently to meet future photographic needs.
4. Interface
The interface is important for connecting the Board Camera. Common interfaces include USB, HDMI, and Ethernet.
It is necessary to check compatibility with one's own terminals, systems, and devices and select the appropriate interface. In most cases, this is included with the purchase of the camera, but not always, so check at the time of purchase.
List of 10 Board Camera Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Shenzhen Haozhou Technology Co.,Ltd
0.3MP Camera Module
Manufacturer Overview
Shenzhen Haozhou Technology Co. Ltd, established in 2014 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, is a supplier of industrial vision products. The company offers machine vision compenents, vision sensors, and other vision products to system intergrators, equipment manufacturers, and the end users. Its main products include HD webcams, endoscope cameras, face recognition cameras, and camera modules for use in various industries, such as electronics, pharmaceutical, automobile, education, and new energy, among others. The company also provides after-sale services, such as product inspection, product repair, and free technical support.
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Basler
Basler ace 2 Series
Manufacturer Overview
Basler AG (Basler Group), founded in 1988 and a subsidiary of Basler Beteiligungs-GmbH & Co. KG, is a German manufacturer headquartered in Ahrensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, specializing in imaging components for computer vision applications. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes computer vision hardware, such as acquisition cards, cables, cameras, lighting tools, and lenses. It also offers network and peripheral devices, related accessories, and software solutions. The company supplies various digital industrial cameras, such as area scan, line scan, and network cameras, for applications in factory automation systems and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), as well as in sectors like life sciences, medical, and retail.
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SUGITOH Co., Ltd.
Board Camera Lens
Manufacturer Overview
Sugitoh Co Ltd, established in 1906, and based in Fujisawa, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of optical instruments. The product portfolio includes a diverse range of optical components like optical lens, prisms, special lens, C-mount metal component, beam splitter and other optical instruments. The company also offers optical parts for CCTV and lens, microscope, loupe, image equipment, test equipment, and glass process. The products are used mainly in the medical industry.
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Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
Board-level CMOS cameras
Manufacturer Overview
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., established in 1953 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer of sensors and emitters for both visible and invisible light. It stocks products like LEDs, lamps, and photodiodes used in several industries, including consumer electronics, dental imaging, and environmental monitoring. The sensor and light source components are also available as modules and units that can be incorporated into systems the company develops, like optical measurement systems or imaging systems. The ISO 9001-certified company stocks over 15,000 devices, units, and systems that ship to over 100 destinations worldwide, and it has ten research and production bases.
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Wannatek
VGA Camera Module
Manufacturer Overview
Wannatek Co. Ltd, with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of board cameras, USB camera modules, CMOS camera modules, and MIPI camera modules. The company also provides personalized camera modules for its customers’ unique situations, such as board size, sensors, lens, and more. As input devices, these cameras find many applications in smartphone video clips, video camera shooting, medical imaging, commercial production equipment, and security surveillance, among other fields.
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Shenzhen Thinkcore Technology Co., Ltd
Industrial Board
Manufacturer Overview
Shenzhen Thinkcore Technology Co. Ltd was established in 2020 and is a manufacturer of board cameras and ARM development boards. The company also produces and supplies core boards, industrial boards, development kit carrier boards, and related products for applications, such as finance, AI, police, customs, private security, and more. It also offers application software development, customized operating systems, and other customized solutions. The company also provides technical support, training, consulting, and other after-sale services.
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ShenZhen CK Vision Technology Co., Ltd
850 IR LED board
Manufacturer Overview
ShenZhen CK Vision Technology Co. Ltd was founded in 2010 and is a Shenzhen-based OEM and ODM camera manufacturer and supplier. As an OEM and ODM camera manufacturer, the company produces and supplies various types of AHD cameras, Wifi cameras, USB cameras, MIPI cameras as well as IP and automotive cameras. The company's cameras are widely used in various fields, including mobile phone cameras, PC cameras, hunting cameras, IoT devices, and automotive cameras, among others.
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The Imaging Source
Board cameras
Manufacturer Overview
The Imaging Source (TIS) is a Bremen, Germany-based manufacturer of cameras and other imaging solutions for industrial, medical, and scientific applications. Established in 1988, the company develops and produces board cameras, stereo cameras, and microscope cameras, as well as their relevant accessories and optics. The company’s products are used in various tech-oriented sectors including quality assurance, production automation, private security, and logistics. With branches on three continents, TIS also offers technical support, consulting, and training services to client corporations like Toyota, NASA, and Intel.
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Vision Components GmbH
Board cameras
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Board Camera Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | Shenzhen Haozhou Technology Co.,Ltd |
24.3%
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| 2 | The Imaging Source |
17.5%
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| 3 | SUGITOH Co., Ltd. |
10.7%
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| 4 | Wannatek |
9.7%
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| 5 | Vision Components GmbH |
8.7%
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| 6 | Basler |
7.8%
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| 7 | Shenzhen Thinkcore Technology Co., Ltd |
5.8%
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| 8 | Frier Systems Japan Co., Ltd. |
5.8%
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| 9 | ShenZhen CK Vision Technology Co., Ltd |
4.9%
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| 10 | Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. |
3.9%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the board camera page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
- Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.: 3,766
Newly Established Company
- Shenzhen Haozhou Technology Co.,Ltd: 2014 (10 years ago)
- ShenZhen CK Vision Technology Co., Ltd: 2010 (14 years ago)
- The Imaging Source: 1988 (36 years ago)
Company with a History
- SUGITOH Co., Ltd.: 1906 (118 years ago)
- Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.: 1953 (71 years ago)
- The Imaging Source: 1988 (36 years ago)
Global Distribution of Board Camera Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China
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4 | 50.0% |
Japan
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3 | 37.5% |
Germany
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1 | 12.5% |
List of Board Camera Products
9 products are listed.
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
Ultra-small high-definition USB2.0 board camera SMS-103HU
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HD USB2.0 interface module camera equipped with 1 million pixel CMOS sensor. Digital signal processing is adopted, and high -definition high -quali...
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
ROHS Directors Super small color board camera PMA-2000A
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■ Characteristics ・ This is an ultra-small (26mm x 22mm) color board camera module with 1/4 inch optical system high sensitivity C-MOS. ・ The fra...
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
Head separated board camera IVC-400B-H/20
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■ Characteristics ・ This is an ultra -small color board camera module that uses high -sensitivity CCD 1/4 inch head separation type optical CCD. ...
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
ROHS Directive product Day Night CCD board camera PA-310ADN
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■ Overview ・ Day Night Camera PA-310ADN is a color board camera module with a day-night function that uses a 1/3-inch optical SUPERHAD CCD. The si...
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
HD-SDI board camera MHD-360
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■ Overview ・ 2.1 Full high -definition SDI color camera module equipped with Mega CMOS sensor. With a 32mm square board, you can output a full hig...
Star Micro Co., Ltd.
Black and white board camera PMA-010
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■ Characteristics ・ 1/4 inch optical system high sensitivity C-MOS (32mm x 32mm) It is a black-and-white camera module. ・ It is small, but has a ...
Relaiable Technology Co., Ltd.
IMX179 CMOS Sensor Small Board Camera Module
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USB board camera module. Custom correspondence such as specification change such as operating temperature and environmental temperature is possible.
Tokyo Machine Vision System Co., Ltd.
Remote head compatible with flexible built-in design board type Smart camera VCSBC Nano Z-RH series
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A series in which CMOS image sensor is separated from the main board. ・ The image sensor and the main board are connected by a 30mm / 80mm / 200m...
Tokyo Machine Vision System Co., Ltd.
FPGA-mounted stereo vision board type Smart camera VCSBC Nano Z-RH-2 series
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The VCSBC Nano RH-2 with two sensor boards is an ideal model for stereo applications. ・ The image sensor can be extended by a flexible cable. ・ ...
