Innovative Solution for Low Light Imaging
Teledyne e2v has unveiled the Caiman imaging module, designed for applications requiring high performance in low light conditions. The announcement was made on April 21, 2026, in Grenoble, France.
Built around the OnyxMax sensor, the Caiman module offers high quantum efficiency and low noise performance. These features are crucial for achieving high sensitivity imaging in environments with light levels as low as less than 1 mlx.
The module integrates advanced image processing capabilities, such as automatic exposure control, noise filtering, histogram equalization, and binning. These features ensure consistently superior image quality.
Supporting speeds greater than 120 frames per second, the Caiman module reduces overall system latency, enabling smoother real-time visualization. This performance is particularly beneficial for applications in demanding conditions.
Ideal Applications and Features
Its compact form and low power consumption, under 1W, make the Caiman module suitable for various applications, including night vision, surveillance, laser detection, and scientific imaging. It uses a MIPI interface for easy integration with digital vision systems and compatibility with standard System on Chips (SOCs).
The Caiman module will be showcased at the SPIE Defence + Security exhibition in National Harbor, USA, from April 26 to 30, 2026. Attendees can visit Teledyne at booth 703 for more information.
Teledyne Vision Solutions offers an extensive, vertically integrated portfolio of industrial and scientific imaging technology. This includes expertise from Teledyne DALSA, e2v CMOS image sensors, FLIR IIS, Lumenera, Photometrics, Princeton Instruments, Judson Technologies, Acton Optics, and Adimec. Together, they provide the deepest and widest sensing and related technology portfolio in the world.
Teledyne’s Caiman module leverages CMOS technology for reliable performance in both daytime and nighttime conditions. The company ensures comprehensive customer support and technical expertise globally, offering reliable and competitive imaging solutions.
Documentation, samples, and software for evaluation or development are available upon request. For more details, interested parties are encouraged to contact Teledyne online.
The Caiman module’s design is optimised for extended operations, making it a robust choice for complex imaging needs. By integrating advanced functionalities, Teledyne reinforces its position as a leader in the imaging solutions industry.
