Sony IMX462 · 2.1MP 1/2.8" rolling-shutter CMOS image sensor
IMX462 Sensor Specifications & Compatible M12 and C-Mount Lenses
IMX462 is a Sony 1/2.8-inch rolling-shutter CMOS image sensor from the STARVIS low-light and NIR family, a favorite for low-light security and planetary astronomy cameras. It outputs 1920x1080 (2.1MP) on large 2.9um pixels at up to 120 fps over MIPI CSI-2, with high near-infrared sensitivity for night work. Commonlands matches M12 Lenses to its 6.39mm image circle and reports the calculated horizontal, vertical, and diagonal field of view for each option.
IMX462 specifications
| Part number | IMX462 |
|---|---|
| 製造元 | ソニー |
| Family | STARVIS |
| 決議 | 1920×1080（2.1 MP） |
| 光学フォーマット | 1/2.8インチ |
| Active area | 5.57 × 3.13 mm |
| Sensor diagonal | 6.39 mm |
| ピクセルサイズ | 2.9 µm |
| シャッター | ローリング |
| 最大フレームレート | 120 fps |
| インターフェース | MIPI CSI-2 |
| Color / mono | Color / Mono |
| 近赤外応答 | Enhanced near-infrared |
Manufacturer datasheet: Sony IMX462 product page
Lens selection for the IMX462 with calculated field of view
Each field of view below is calculated for the IMX462 active area (5.57 × 3.13 mm) from Commonlands’ per-lens field-of-view data, which reflects each lens’s real distortion rather than a focal-length-only estimate. Alongside the horizontal, vertical, and diagonal field of view, each row lists focal length, mount, aperture (F#), and coverage. Follow the product links for distortion, ingress protection, dimensions, and resolution specifications. Coverage compares the lens image circle with the 6.39 mm sensor diagonal. Entries marked Circular image do not cover the full diagonal; part of the sensor lies outside the image circle. Run working-distance and object-size numbers through the field of view calculator.
Engineering picks for the IMX462
- Best ~30° HFoV: Telephoto 10.4mm M12 Lens (CIL104) (10.4 mm, f/3.8). Why: the closest covering option to 30° horizontal, chosen for tight inspection framing and long read ranges. Field of view on the IMX462: 30° H × 17° V (34° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Best ~60° HFoV: Wide-Angle 5.5mm M12 Lens (CIL355) (5.5 mm, f/1.8). Why: the closest covering option to 60° horizontal, chosen for general-purpose machine-vision framing. Field of view on the IMX462: 61° H × 33° V (71° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Best ~120° HFoV: Low Distortion 1.8mm M12 Lens (CIL018) (1.8 mm, f/2.8). Why: the closest covering option to 120° horizontal, chosen for wide navigation and room-scale coverage. Field of view on the IMX462: 119° H × 84° V (127° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Lowest distortion: Low Distortion 4.4mm M12 Lens (CIL043) (4.4 mm, f/3.2). Why: measured -0.5% TV distortion, the flattest image among covering lenses. Field of view on the IMX462: 65° H × 39° V (72° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
- Best low light: 8mm C-Mount Lens (CIL521) (8 mm, f/1.5). Why: the fastest covering aperture (f/1.5), which collects the most light per pixel. Field of view on the IMX462: 38° H × 22° V (44° diagonal). The image circle covers the full sensor (verified 2026-07-02).
Every covering option below comes from the M12 Lens collection or the C-Mount Lens collection, from 0.9 mm to 100 mm focal length, spanning 3° to 198° horizontal field of view on the IMX462.
Covers in the table means the lens image circle is at least as large as the 6.39 mm sensor diagonal. Confirm corner illumination and MTF at your aperture, wavelength, and working distance. A complete circular fisheye image fits inside the sensor only when its diameter is no larger than the sensor's short side. Need a focal length or coverage that is not listed here? Ask our engineers to confirm a match.
How to choose a lens for the IMX462
Start from the field of view and working distance your application needs. Confirm that the lens image circle covers the active sensor diagonal and that the mount provides the required focus travel and rear clearance. A lens megapixel rating alone does not establish resolution on this sensor. Compare measured MTF at the spatial frequencies your task needs, at the intended aperture, wavelength, distance, and field position, accounting for the 2.9 µm pixel pitch. Estimate framing with the Commonlands field of view calculator.
Sourcing a camera module around the IMX462? Commonlands manufactures M12 lenses and C-mount lenses and ships from San Diego, with same-day shipping on in-stock lenses ordered before 12 PM PST. We also design and build custom MIPI CSI-2 camera modules that integrate the lens, the IMX462 sensor, and the carrier board, available from 1,000 units per year, and assemble consigned IMX462 boards with Commonlands lenses in our San Diego ISO 6 cleanroom from 100 to 100,000 units per year. Talk to an applications engineer.
Related guides and tools
IMX462 lens and camera module FAQ
What lens fits the IMX462 sensor?
A lens match requires sufficient image-circle coverage, suitable MTF, and mechanical clearance. Use the coverage column and calculated field of view to shortlist lenses, then verify the operating conditions on each product page.
What is the IMX462 sensor size?
The IMX462 is a 1/2.8" format sensor with a 5.57 × 3.13 mm active area and a 6.39 mm diagonal, built on 2.9 µm pixels at 1920x1080 resolution.
Does Commonlands build a custom MIPI camera module for the IMX462?
Yes. Commonlands designs and builds custom MIPI CSI-2 camera modules that integrate the lens, the IMX462 sensor, and the carrier board, available from 1,000 units per year with active lens-to-sensor alignment and 100% MTF testing. Consigned assembly of your IMX462 boards with Commonlands lenses runs from 100 to 100,000 units per year in our San Diego ISO 6 cleanroom. Talk to an applications engineer to scope a module.
Match a lens to your IMX462 camera
Get an engineer-verified lens recommendation for your sensor, format, and field of view.
Contact Commonlands engineering