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Photron FASTCAM POLARIS F5

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Photron FASTCAM POLARIS F5

The FASTCAM POLARIS F5 is Photron's next-generation 4K high-speed camera, built around a 12-bit backside-illuminated (BSI) sensor. It records full 4,096 × 2,208 images at 5,000 fps and reaches 25,000 fps at 1,024 × 1,024 as resolution is reduced, combining 4K detail with the frame rates demanding high-speed measurement requires.

Coming soon: specifications are preliminary and subject to change. Contact HSI for availability and pricing in Canada.

Technical Specifications

ParameterTypical Range
Sensor12-bit BSI CMOS
Pixel Size7.2µm square
Full Frame Rate5,000fps at 4,096 × 2,208
4 MPixel Frame Rate10,000fps at 2,560 × 1,664
HD Frame Rate15,000fps at 1,920 × 1,080
1 MPixel Frame Rate25,000fps at 1,024 × 1,024
Minimum Resolution256 × 16 pixels
ShutterIntegrated mechanical shutter
Memory216GB or 432GB
StorageOptional removable 1.6TB U.2 NVMe SSD
Interface1/2.5/5/10GBASE-T Ethernet + HD-SDI output
Lens MountsNikon F, C-mount, Canon EF
Dimensions240 × 212 × 175mm
WeightApprox. 10.0kg
Power24–28VDC, approx. 215W
Operating Temperature0 to 40°C

Key Specifications

  • •12-bit BSI CMOS sensor, 7.2µm pixels
  • •4K: 5,000fps at 4,096 × 2,208
  • •Up to 25,000fps at 1,024 × 1,024
  • •Internal memory: 216GB or 432GB
  • •Optional removable 1.6TB U.2 NVMe SSD
  • •Dimensions: 240 × 212 × 175mm, approx. 10.0kg
  • •Preliminary specifications, subject to change

Key Features

  • •4K resolution at high-speed frame rates
  • •Backside-illuminated sensor for strong light sensitivity
  • •Integrated mechanical shutter
  • •Sealed body with fan cooling
  • •Start, center, end and manual trigger modes
  • •Programmable I/O for triggering, sync and IRIG timing
  • •HD-SDI live video output

Lens Options

  • •Nikon F-mount
  • •C-mount
  • •Canon EF

Applications

  • •High-resolution test and measurement
  • •Scientific research
  • •Industrial high-speed imaging installations

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