Chronos 4K12 Camera
SHIPS AFTER MAY 13
Chronos 4K12 64GB: $14,495 USD
Chronos 4K12 128GB: $15,995 USD
Experience the extraordinary capabilities of the Chronos 4K12 high-speed camera, which captures mesmerizing 4K slow-motion video at over 1,000 frames per second.
Designed for peak performance and exceptional value, the Chronos 4K12 is purpose-built to captivate audiences, supercharge data analysis, and foster innovation. Its user-friendly design and portability make it an ideal choice for a wide range of high-speed imaging requirements.
Note: All pre-order cameras have now shipped. Cameras will be back in stock on May 13th. Order today to secure your shipment priority.
| CAMERA | |
|---|---|
| Imaging | 4096 x 2160 @ 1,397 FPS |
| Memory | 64GB, or 128GB |
| Record Time (in seconds) | 5.5 (64GB), 11 (128GB) at max resolution |
| Lens Mount | C, E, F, EF, MFT Plates Available |
| Backfocus | Field adjustable via included shim kit |
| IR Filter | 650nm, user removable |
| Display | 5” 800x480 capacitive touchscreen, 1000 nit daylight visible |
| Enclosure | Anodized CNC machined aluminum |
| Cooling | Active cooling, variable-speed fans |
| Dimensions | 188mm x 111mm x 53mm (7.40” x 4.37” x 2.08”) w/o lens |
| Weight | 1.32 kg (2.91 lbs) without lens |
| VIDEO FORMATS | |
|---|---|
| Compressed | Standardized H.264 AVC, or H.265 HEVC MPEG-4 Video Files |
| Raw | Standard Adobe CinemaDNG raw files |
| Storage Devices | Internal 1 TB NVMe SSD, SD Card, USB-C SSD, or SMB/NFS network drives |
| IMAGE SENSOR | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 1,397 FPS Maximum 128x32 @ 29,002 FPS Minimum |
| Speed | 11.8 Gigapixels per second |
| Dimensions | 20.74mm x 9.79mm (4/3” format, 10-Megapixel, 2x Crop Factor) |
| Pixel Pitch | 4.5um |
| Sensitivity (ISO) | Color - ISO 100 to 400 Mono - ISO 200 to 800 |
| Shutter | Electronic global shutter, 1/fps to 1us (1/1,000,000 s) |
| Dynamic Range | 11.3 stops (68 dB) in 12-bit mode |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit, 10-bit, or 12-bit User Selectable |
| Inputs/outputs | |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 12-24V 60W (5.5/2.5mm barrel jack, positive tip) |
| Network | Gigabit Ethernet via USB-C Adapter WiFi via USB-C Adapter |
| Trigger | 3 trigger inputs/ frame strobe outputs (4-pin 3.5mm TRRS Connector) Adjustable input threshold 0 to 6.6V. Optional TRRS to BNC splitter cable accessory. |
| Video | HDMI output 4K @ 30 FPS or HD @ 60 FPS |
| USB | Dual USB Type C Ports USB-C Port 1: 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps (PC or Peripheral) USB-C Port 2: 3.2 Gen 2x2, 20 Gbps (Peripheral, SSDs) |
| TRIGGER MODES | |
|---|---|
| End Trigger | Records until a defined delay after trigger |
| Toggle | Starts and stops with button press |
| Exposure Trigger | External signal sets synchronization frame rate |
| Shutter Gating | External signal sets the exposure synchronization and frame-rate |
| Frame Sync Output | Outputs a signal indicating its frame rate and exposure |
| SOFTWARE | |
|---|---|
| Control | Desktop, iOS, and Android Apps coming soon. Connect via optional Ethernet or WiFi adapters. |
| Stream | Live or Playback Mode network streaming via RTSP stream. |
| APIs | HTTP REST Interface, Open-source codebase |
| NETWORK CONTROL | |
|---|---|
| Network Control | Through control apps or REST API via optional Ethernet or WiFi adapters. |
| RECORDING MODES | |
|---|---|
| Normal | Records into the ring buffer. Once a trigger occurs, video can be reviewed and saved. |
| Segmented | Video memory is divided into segments, each recording as in the Normal mode above. Number of segments is user selectable. |
| Gated Burst | Frames are captured while trigger is active |
| Normal Speed Recording | |
|---|---|
| Continuous | Video is saved continuously at up to 60FPS to MP4 files on removable storage. Operates like a standard video camera. |
| Assistive | |
|---|---|
| Focus Aid | Highlights sharp edges to aid focusing |
| Zebras | Rolling diagonal lines indicate clipped (overexposed) areas |
| Histogram | Graphically represent brightness and distribution of light in the image |
| Viewfinder Zoom | Zooms in to allow easier focusing |
| Overlay | Displays frame and time information on top of footage |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +40 °C (32 °F to +104 °F) |
| Specification | Chronos 1.4 | Chronos 2.1-HD | Chronos 4K12 | Chronos Q12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (HD) at 1,000 FPS | 1920 x 1080 (HD) at 1,000 FPS | 4096 x 2160 (4K) at 1,397 FPS | 2048 x 2016 at 2,782 FPS |
| Minimum Resolution | 320 x 96 at 40,413 FPS | 640 x 96 at 24,046 FPS | 128 x 32 at 29,002 FPS | 128 x 32 at 29,411 FPS |
| Throughput | 1.4 Gigapixels per second | 2.1 Gigapixels per second | 11.8 Gigapixels per second | 11.8 Gigapixels per second |
| Memory Options | 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB | 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB | 64 GB, 128 GB | 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Record Time at Max Resolution | 4s (8GB), 8s (16GB), 16s (32GB) | 2.7s (8GB), 5.5s (16GB), 11s (32GB) | 5.5s (64GB), 11s (128GB) | 5.9s (64GB), 11.8s (128GB) |
| Save Formats Uncompressed | CinemaDNG Raw, TIFF Raw | CinemaDNG Raw, TIFF Raw | CinemaDNG Raw | CinemaDNG Raw |
| Save Formats Compressed | H.264/AVC MPEG-4 File Format | H.264/AVC MPEG-4 File Format | H.264/AVC & H.265/HEVC MPEG-4 File Format | H.264/AVC & H.265/HEVC MPEG-4 File Format |
| Built-In Storage | - | - | TB NVMe SSD | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Built-In Touchscreen | 5" 800x480 High Brightness LCD | 5" 800x480 High Brightness LCD | 5" 800x480 High Brightness LCD | 5" 800x480 High Brightness LCD |
| Built-In Battery | Removable, 1.5 Hour Runtime | Removable, 1.5 Hour Runtime | - | - |
| Power Input | 17-20 Volts DC 40W | 17-20 Volts DC 40W | 12-24 Volts DC 60W | 12-24 Volts DC 60W |
| Size & Weight (Without Lens) | Handheld 1.06 kg (2.34 lbs) | Handheld 1.06 kg (2.34 lbs) | Handheld 1.32 kg (2.91 lbs) | Handheld 1.32 kg (2.91 lbs) |
Chronos 4K12 high-speed cameras are available in Color or Monochrome versions for the same price.
The monochrome models feature a native sensor with no color filters, resulting in improved light sensitivity (ISO) and higher effective resolution due to the lack of color filters and the subsequent Bayer Pattern demosaic algorithm.
Monochrome sensitivity (ISO) for the Chronos 4K12 is to be determined. Please contact our Sales team if you are interested in a Chronos 4K12 monochrome camera, so that we may assist you directly.
