Low Light Camera Cores
Photonis Defense is a world leader in the design and manufacture of powerful image intensifier tubes and night vision systems
Nocturn MD

Features
Analog Video Output: User-selectable NTSC/ PAL. The Nocturn MD Camera is powered by the Lynx CMOS imaging sensor, optimised for low-light level imaging.
- Day to Low light detection
- High frame rate, no latency
- Optimized for mobility applications
- Mini display included
Description
With its 9.7μm×9.7μm pixel pitch and 4e- median read noise, the Nocturn provides
unsurpassed signal to noise at low light with video rates up to 60 frames per second.
Built on Photonis expertise in night vision imaging, the Nocturn electronics incorporates
a multitude of functions to enhance the low light level performance. The Nocturn MD
features automatic gain control (AGC), automatic exposure control (AEC), non-uniformity
correction (NUC), and advanced image enhancement, allowing the Nocturn to provide
continuous situational awareness without compromising mobility and size, weight and power (SWaP).
The Nocturn MD imaging camera core is a rugged low light imaging core that features high
definition resolution, high sensitivity and high dynamic range with low power consumption.
Powered by Photonis’ 1 inch optical format 1280×1024 pixels Lynx CMOS sensor and Micro OLED
1746×1000 pixels black and white monochrome micro-display, the Nocturn provides real-time
imaging capabilities (from daylight to one quarter moon scene illumination) in the
visible and near infrared spectrum.
Its small size, weight and power SwaP make this core module ideal for integration into
mobile and hand-held surveillance systems.
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Detailed datasheets, brochures and other reference materials are available upon request.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATIONSpecifications
Sensor | Monochrome (Lynx) CMOS sensor |
Frame rate | 60 Hz |
Size | 34 x 37 x 25 mm |
Weight | < 50 g |
Video Output | NTSC/PAL (user configurable) |
Communications | Industry standard USB 2.0 full speed |
Display Type | High Resolution Monochrome (B&W) OLED micro-display |
Display resolution mode | 1746x1000 or 1280x1000 pixels |
Power Input | +2.6 to +12 VDC |
Power (W) | 1.8 W (typ.) |
Mounting Interface | ¼-20’’ tripod mount |
Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +60 °C |
Storage Temperatuer | -50 °C to +80 °C |
Features
- Day to Low light detection
- High frame rate, no latency
- Optimized for mobility applications
- Mini display included

Customization
Could not find the camera that fits your needs?
We offer custom camera solutions for your specific application based on
a project. Please contact us for detailed information.
