MIPI CSI-2 Cameras
The Imaging Source's MIPI CSI-2 cameras serve as the basis for exceptionally efficient computer vision applications. In addition to the single-board modules with direct camera-to-processor connection, The Imaging Source also offers camera modules with adapter boards for popular platform interfaces.
MIPI CSI-2 Camera Modules From The Imaging Source
High-Performance Embedded Vision Camera Modules
The MIPI CSI-2 protocol enables direct sensor-to-ISP connection, resulting in exceptionally low latencies and small hardware footprint. The Imaging Source MIPI CSI-2 cameras are perfectly suited for single or multi-camera embedded vision applications in automotive, robotics, industrial automation, medical, agriculture, smart cities and IoT as well as for standard machine vision applications.
The Imaging Source MIPI CSI-2 cameras are equipped with the latest global and rolling shutter CMOS image sensors from Sony and onsemi.
Equipped with advanced features, these camera modules are designed to deliver exceptional image quality, reliability, and versatility, empowering developers in unlocking the full potential of embedded vision applications.
Features
- High bandwidth: MIPI CSI-2 offers high-speed data transmission ensuring real-time imaging with minimal latency, making it ideal for video streams or image sequences.
- Single-Source Solution: Complete reference designs for NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ and NXP including SoM, carrier board and camera drivers for prototyping and mass production.
- Sensors and resolutions: Sony and onsemi sensors (resolutions from 0.4 MP to 20 MP) with highest image quality and high frame rates (30 fps - 120 fps)
- Form factor: Bare-board with mini lens holder (S-mount for M12 lenses) or with a front plate (C/CS-mount lenses)
- Low power consumption: MIPI CSI-2's low power consumption makes it well-suited for systems with strict power constraints.
- Software: The Imaging Source authors and supports device drivers, software development kits (SDKs), end user software, programming samples, extensions, and tools by tiscamera (NVIDIA) and libcamera (NXP) on Linux ARM.
- Triggers and I/Os: Hardware and software trigger as well as I/Os for demanding machine vision applications
- Warranty and long-term availability: 3-year warranty with continuous support
A Quick Guide to The Imaging Source's MIPI CSI-2 Cameras
36S Series MIPI CSI-2
22-Pin Single-Board Modules
Camera modules for use with up to four MIPI CSI-2 lanes
This compact camera module for embedded vision offers reliable and efficient sensor-to-ISP connection supporting up to four image data lanes with a total throughput of up to 10 Gb/sec and is compatible with NVIDIA Jetson Orin, NXP and Raspberry Pi 5.
The Imaging Source offers a broad portfolio of rolling and global shutter sensors from Sony and onsemi for the MIPI CSI-2 standard with resolutions from 0.4 MP- 20 MP. Advanced features, triggering and form-factor options provide maximum flexibility for embedded vision projects.
Contact us to discuss your imaging requirements and explore the possibilities of embedded vision in your imaging application.
36S Series 
36A Series MIPI CSI-2
Legacy 15-Pin Board Modules
Camera modules for use with single or dual-lane embedded vision applications
The Imaging Source's legacy 15-pin board camera modules are compatible with older NVIDIA Jetson or Raspberry Pi 4 platforms and offer developers the advantage of seamlessly integrating with off-the-shelf carrier boards and hardware for their embedded vision projects. These camera modules provide a direct sensor-to-ISP connection, supporting one and two-lane imaging applications with a total throughput of up to 5 Gb/sec.
With many rolling and global shutter sensors, The Imaging Source offers developers a number of hardware features (e.g. resolutions, frame rates, as well as trigger and form-factor options) to cover a variety of image processing challenges and applications.
Note: The Imaging Source recommends using our latest 36S MIPI CSI-2 22-pin camera series instead.
Our sales engineers are ready to help you select the right sensor and lens combination for your application.
36A Series 