ZEISS Camera Axiocam 712 mono (D), 12MP, mono, CMOS, 1.1", USB 3.0, 3,45 µm, 23 fps (78515, 426560-9090-000)

ZEISS Camera Axiocam 712 Mono (D), 12 MP, Monochrome, CMOS, 1.1", USB 3.0, 3.45 µm, 23 fps (78515 / 426560-9090-000)

ZEISS Axiocam Family – Optimized for Scientific Microscopy

ZEISS microscope cameras are specifically designed for research, documentation, and analytical applications. Unlike standard digital cameras, they are optimized for microscopy, offering tailored combinations of sensor size, pixel dimensions, sensitivity, and frame rate to meet demanding scientific requirements.

ZEISS Axiocam 712 Mono – High-Resolution Imaging of Large Areas

The Axiocam 712 mono is a 12-megapixel monochrome microscope camera engineered for fast, high-resolution imaging across large sample areas. With reduced noise and high quantum efficiency, it is ideal for highly sensitive applications, including fluorescence microscopy.

The combination of a large sensor and small, light-sensitive pixels makes this camera highly versatile. Active temperature stabilization ensures low image noise and reliable long-term operation. Exposure times range from 100 microseconds for fast dynamic samples to 60 seconds for detecting extremely weak light signals.

At full resolution, the camera achieves more than 20 frames per second. With reduced resolution or subsampling, frame rates exceed 100 frames per second. A quantum efficiency above 72%, broad spectral sensitivity, and strong near-infrared response make the Axiocam 712 mono suitable for a wide range of monochrome imaging tasks, from large-area documentation to highly sensitive fluorescence imaging.

Key Features

• High-performance 12 MP monochrome microscope camera

• 64-bit driver software included

• USB 3.0 PCIe x1 interface with 3 m USB cable

• Broadband-coated protective glass

• SONY IMX304 Exmor CMOS sensor with Pregius global shutter

• Resolution: 4096 × 3008 pixels (12 MP)

• Pixel size: 3.45 µm × 3.45 µm

• Sensor size: 14.1 mm × 10.4 mm (1 inch class, 17.5 mm diagonal)

• Spectral sensitivity: Approximately 350–1000 nm

• Full well capacity: Approx. 11,000 electrons at 1x gain

• Adjustable gain levels: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x

• Selectable digital binning from 1x1 to 5x5

• Subsampling options for higher frame rates

• Global shutter for distortion-free imaging

• Freely adjustable region of interest (ROI)

• Digitization: 8, 12, or 14 bits per pixel

• Exposure time range: 0.1 ms to 60 s

• Temperature stabilization at 18 °C (ambient 18–30 °C)

• Hardware trigger input and output (accessories required)

• USB 3.0 interface, compatible with USB 2.0 at reduced speed

• C-mount optical interface

• Maximum lens insertion depth: 5 mm

Performance Overview

• Full resolution frame rate: 23 fps at 4096 × 3008

• Higher frame rates available with reduced resolution or ROI

• Dark current: Less than 0.5 e-/pixel/second at 18 °C

• High dynamic range depending on gain setting

Software and Compatibility

• Compatible with ZEN 3.1 (blue edition) or later

• Compatible with ZEN core version 2.7 or later

• Supported operating system: Windows 10 x64

• Software features include automatic or manual exposure control, over- and underexposure adjustment, and spot or area measurement

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 108 × 78 × 43 mm

• Weight: 580 g

• Housing: Blue anodized aluminum with cooling fins

• 1/4 inch standard photo thread

• Power supplied via USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 (maximum 7 W)

• Operating temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C

• Maximum humidity: 80% non-condensing

Scope of Delivery

• Camera

• USB 3.0 cable

• Power supply unit

• IR filter

Technical Overview

• Megapixels: 12 MP

• Photo and video resolution: 4096 × 3008 pixels

• Frame rate: 23 fps at full resolution

• Sensor type: Sony Exmor CMOS with global shutter

• Sensor size: 1.1 inch class

• Pixel size: 3.45 µm

• Spectral range: 400–720 nm

• Interface: USB 3.0

• Video function: Yes

• Series: Axiocam

Fields of Application

• Industry

• Medicine

• Education

• Research laboratories

• Advanced fluorescence microscopy

Supplier product number: 426560-9090-000