The Imaging Source News Feed

New IC Imaging Control 4 Release: Enhanced Connectivity, Expanded Device Support, and Improved User Experience

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

We’re excited to announce the latest release of our IC Imaging Control 4 SDK. The new release brings a range of enhancements across drivers, tools, and applications. This update focuses on added flexibility, expanded device compatibility, and an overall improved user experience with The Imaging Source’s industrial and embedded cameras. Key HighlightsExpanded Firmware Update SupportIn order to ensure more consistent and efficient device…

The Imaging Source Mourns the Passing of Founder Rolf Bollhorst

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The Imaging Source announces with deep sadness the passing of its founder, Rolf Bollhorst.Rolf was a distinguished engineer and a guiding presence within the organization. Through his vision, dedication, and integrity, he laid the foundation for the company’s long-term development and success.Throughout his career, Rolf demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his work and to the people around him. He was a respected mentor, always generous…

Launch of Aptiris: Autofocus Imaging for Dynamic Machine Vision

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In many machine-vision applications, maintaining a constant working distance is not always possible. Variations in object height, movement, or system geometry can quickly reduce image quality when using fixed-focus optics. To address these challenges, The Imaging Source has introduced Aptiris – the new compact USB 3.1 autofocus camera series engineered to deliver consistently sharp imaging in dynamic environments. Precision Autofocus for…

The Imaging Source Introduces Newly Structured Optics Portfolio for Machine Vision

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Selecting the right lens is a critical step in designing reliable and high-performing machine vision systems. To better support system designers, integrators, and OEMs, The Imaging Source has restructured its machine vision optics portfolio to deliver a broader, more clearly organized selection of lenses aligned with its industrial and embedded camera platforms.The updated portfolio introduces clearly defined Pro and Ultra performance tiers…

Acuva GMSL2 Cameras Enter Series Production

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

After a successful launch phase, The Imaging Source’s Acuva series of GMSL2 cameras has officially entered series production. Now available for regular ordering, the cameras are designed for embedded vision systems operating in harsh environments and demanding industrial applications.The Imaging Source’s First GMSL2 Camera ModelsAs The Imaging Source’s first camera family based on the GMSL2 interface, Acuva was developed to address the…

Visus GigE Cameras Enter Full Series Production

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The Imaging Source is pleased to announce that the Visus series of GigE industrial cameras has officially entered full series production. After a successful prototype phase, the Visus platform is now available for standard ordering and ready for OEM and system-integration projects across a wide range of industrial imaging and machine vision applications.A Modern and Compact GigE Vision Camera PlatformVisus was designed to offer a future-proof…

Happy Holidays from The Imaging Source!

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

As we approach the end of the year, we want to thank all our partners, customers, and colleagues for their continued support.We wish you all a joyful holiday season and a successful start to the new year.Please note our holiday business hours for each office:Bremen, Germany: Closed December 24, 2025 – January 2, 2026Chinese Taipei: Closed December 25, 2025 and from December 31 - January 2, 2026Charlotte, USA: Closed December 24, 2025 –…

Preventing Unscanned Items at Checkout with Vision-Based Cart Monitoring

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Reducing Shrinkage from Unscanned ItemsA leading German supermarket chain with over 3000 stores in Germany faced a recurring challenge at checkout: items sometimes remained in the cart and were not scanned during checkout, resulting in annual losses estimated in the millions. Traditional checkout procedures, typically a brief visual inspection by cashiers, were insufficient for consistently detecting goods left in the cart.Recognizing that…

New Release of Imaging Control IC 4 SDK - Enhanced Performance, Broader Compatibility, and Smarter Imaging Tools

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The Imaging Source announces the release of Imaging Control IC 4 SDK, GigE Vision and USB3 Vision GenTL Drivers, and IC Capture, the latest versions of its powerful software development kit for industrial and embedded cameras. This update delivers significant enhancements in usability, image analysis, and platform support, empowering developers and system integrators to build even more efficient and precise vision applications.Key New…

When (and Why) to Choose a Color Camera Without an IR Cut Filter

no-reply@theimagingsource.com (TIS Marketing) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Most color industrial cameras include an infrared cut filter (often abbreviated as IR Cut filter or IRCF) in front of the sensor. This filter blocks infrared light above roughly 650 nm to ensure accurate color reproduction in visible light.For certain applications, however, removing this filter can be useful. For example, IRCF-less cameras are sometimes selected for applications requiring low-light sensitivity or improved infrared…