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C1 MICRO USB Camera M12

C1 MICRO is a compact USB camera designed for applications where size, weight, and straightforward integration are critical. Its small form factor makes it suitable for embedded systems, mobile platforms, and space-constrained installations. The camera operates as a standard UVC device, allowing direct use on common operating systems without custom drivers. Onboard video encoding reduces USB bandwidth requirements and host CPU usage, which is beneficial for continuous streaming and low-power systems.

The camera is built around the Onsemi AR0330 CMOS sensor with a native resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and supports video output up to 30 fps. Available output formats include H.264, MJPEG, and YUYV. C1 MICRO connects via USB and is compatible with Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android through UVC. Manual image controls include exposure, gain, white balance, and related parameters. It uses an M12 lens mount, enabling a wide selection of compact lenses. The lightweight design and minimal dimensions make it suitable for embedded vision, machine vision, and portable devices.

  • Aluminum case
  • M12 lens mount (Also known as S-mount)
  • Format: 1/3-inch (5.8mm)
  • Sensor: Onsemi AR0330
  • Imaging area: 2304H x 1536V (5.07mm x 3.38mm)
  • Sensor pixel size: 2.2μm x 2.2μm
  • Sensor dynamic range: 72.4db
  • Sensor sensitivity: 1.9 V/lux-sec (550nm)
  • YUY2/MJPEG/h.264 compression 1920x1080 @ 30fps
  • UVC compatible
  • USB 2.0
  • Non cropped sensor operation in all resolutions
  • Each camera has unique serial number


Two versions for different lenses:

  • M12L - 14.7mm for telephoto lenses (total weight without a lens 12.2g) 
  • M12 - 9.5mm for most regular and short back focus lenses (total weight without a lens 11.4g)

  • Documentation on wiki
  • 3D model can be downloaded from GitHub

  • Camera has no built in filter, therefore is sensitive to IR and visible light. Select lens with caution! 
  • Lens not included! 
  • 1.5m length 1mm pitch USB cable is included 
  • Receptacle: Wurth Electronics 665305124022 
  • There are two lens mount options available. Please check lens specification before ordering if unsure. 
  • Due to limited heat-sink surface area it is recommended to use high conductivity mount parts 
  • Online lens view angle calculator
Camera interface: USB (1mm pitch)
Camera kind: Boxed
Chroma: RGB
Image sensor: AR0330
Lens mount: M12, M12L
Sensor size: 1/3"
Shutter: Rolling shutter
Frame rate: 30 fps
Resolution: 2 MP