GS3-U3-23S6M-C 1/1.2″ CMOS Mono Camera, 1920 x 1200, 162 FPS, C-mount
By: Point Grey
CCD and CMOS Cameras

Point Grey : GS3-U3-23S6M-C
Description
The high performance Point Grey GS3-U3-23S6M-C Grasshopper3 camera line combines the benefits of CCD with the affordability and data throughput of USB 3.0. Its FPGA and frame buffer-based architecture provides optimal reliability, a rich set of features, and a full image processing pipeline including color interpolation, gamma, and lookup table functionality. The Grasshopper3 offers a powerful, easy-to-use, and cost-effective alternative to Camera Link and dual GigE LAG solutions.
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Specifications
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
Frame Rate | 162 FPS |
Megapixels | 2.3 MP |
Chroma | Mono |
Sensor Name | Sony IMX174 |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Readout Method | Global shutter |
Sensor Format | 1/1.2″ |
Pixel Size | 5.86 µm |
Lens Mount | C-mount |
ADC | 10-bit and 12-bit |
Quantum Efficiency (% at 525 nm) | 76 (Mode 0) / 76 (Mode 7) |
Temporal Dark Noise (e-) | 15.22 (Mode 0) / 6.83 (Mode 7) |
Absolute Sensitivity Threshold (y) | 21.02 (Mode 0) / 9.77 (Mode 7) |
Saturation Capacity (e-) | 32416 (Mode 0) / 32513 (Mode 7) |
Dynamic Range (dB) | 66.29 (Mode 0) / 72.94 (Mode 7) |
Gain Range | 0 dB to 18 dB |
Exposure Range | 0.005 ms to 3.2 seconds |
Trigger Modes | Standard, bulb, overlapped, multi-shot |
Partial Image Modes | Pixel binning, ROI |
Image Processing | Gamma, lookup table, hue, saturation, and sharpness |
Image Buffer | 128 MB |
User Sets | 2 user configuration sets for custom camera settings |
Flash Memory | 2 MB non-volatile memory |
Opto-isolated I/O Ports | 1 input, 1 output |
Non-isolated I/O Ports | 2 bi-directional |
Serial Port | 1 (over non-isolated I/O) |
Auxiliary Output | 3.3 V, 150 mA maximum |
Interface | USB 3.0 |
Power Requirements | 5-24 V via GPIO or 5 V via USB 3.0 |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 4.5 W |
Dimensions | 44 mm x 29 mm x 58 mm |
Mass | 90 grams |
Machine Vision Standard | USB3 Vision v1.0 |
Compliance | CE, FCC, KCC, RoHS |
Temperature (Operating) | 0° to 50°C |
Temperature (Storage) | -30° to 60°C |
Humidity (Operating) | 20 to 80% (no condensation) |
Humidity (Storage) | 20 to 95% (no condensation) |
Warranty | 3 years |
Resources & Documents
grasshopper3-usb-avs.pdf | Datasheet |