Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.
Kron Technologies Chronos 4K12 128 GB with Monochrome Sensor and MFT Lens Mount (SKU CN4K12-1.0-128M-MF)
The Chronos 4K12 is a high-speed camera designed to deliver ultra-high resolution combined with strong frame rate performance. It records at 4096 × 2160 resolution with speeds up to 1,397 frames per second, making it suitable for precise slow-motion applications. Expanded Resolution Options: Provides greater control over frame rate, recording duration, and field of view without requiring custom cropping workflows. CSV Metadata Support: Saves camera configuration alongside footage in a CSV file, enabling repeatable experiments, easier post-analysis, and improved synchronization across multiple cameras.
17318.37 $ net price (non-EU countries)
Anatolii Livashevskyi
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Description
Kron Technologies Chronos 4K12 128GB Monochrome Sensor with MFT Lens Mount (SKU CN4K12-1.0-128M-MF)
The Chronos 4K12 is a high-speed camera designed to deliver ultra-high resolution combined with strong frame rate performance. It records at 4096 × 2160 resolution with speeds up to 1,397 frames per second, making it suitable for precise slow-motion applications.
Recent Enhancements (February 2026)
Expanded Resolution Options: Provides greater control over frame rate, recording duration, and field of view without requiring custom cropping workflows.
CSV Metadata Support: Saves camera configuration alongside footage in a CSV file, enabling repeatable experiments, easier post-analysis, and improved synchronization across multiple cameras.
Operational Improvements: Enhancements to stability, HDMI functionality, networking, and user experience improve everyday usability.
Previous Updates
August 2025: HDMI playback support, REST API integration, cross-platform MP4 playback, and improved H.26x file configuration.
December 2024: TIFF file saving, shutter gating input, and exposure trigger functionality.
October 2024: Advanced trigger configuration, IRIG-B timecode input with frame timestamping, metadata overlays, persistent settings after reboot, and frame synchronization output.
Package Contents
- 1× MFT mount plate
- Chronos 4K12 camera body
- Mount plate
- Lens mount shim kit
- 3.0 mm Allen key
- Trigger switch cable
- USB-C to 2.5 Gbps Ethernet adapter
- 3.5 mm to dual BNC adapter block
- 3.5 mm to 4-pin terminal block
- SD card
- D-Tap to barrel jack cable
- 90W DC power supply
- Region-specific power cord
- Quick start guide
- Certificate of quality
- Nanuk 920 carrying case
Specifications
Camera and Build
Imaging: 4096 × 2160 at 1,397 FPS
Memory: 128GB
Recording Time: Approximately 11 seconds at maximum resolution
Lens Mount Options: Compatible with C, E, F, EF, MFT, and PL mounts (passive)
Back Focus: Adjustable using the included shim kit
IR Filter: 650 nm, removable
Display: 5-inch 800×480 capacitive touchscreen with 1000-nit brightness for daylight visibility
Enclosure: Anodized CNC-machined aluminum
Cooling System: Active cooling with variable-speed fans
Dimensions: 188 × 111 × 53 mm (without lens)
Weight: 1.32 kg (without lens)
Available Versions: Colour or monochrome
Video Formats and Storage
Compressed Formats: H.264 AVC and H.265 HEVC MPEG-4 video
RAW Format: Adobe CinemaDNG
TIFF: Standard TIFF files with timestamps
Storage Options: Internal 1TB NVMe SSD, SD card, USB-C SSD, or network storage (SMB/NFS)
Image Sensor Details
Resolution Range: From 4096 × 2160 at 1,397 FPS down to 128 × 32 at 29,002 FPS
Speed: 12.4 gigapixels per second
Sensor Size: 20.74 × 9.79 mm (4/3″ format, 10 MP, 2× crop factor)
Pixel Size: 4.5 µm
Sensitivity: ISO 100–400 (colour), ISO 200–800 (monochrome)
Shutter: Electronic global shutter from 1/FPS to 1 microsecond
Bit Depth: Selectable 8-bit, 10-bit, or 12-bit
Inputs and Outputs
Power Input: 12–24V, 60W (barrel connector, positive tip)
Network: Gigabit Ethernet via USB-C adapter
Trigger Interfaces: Two trigger inputs and frame strobe outputs via 4-pin 3.5 mm TRRS connector, adjustable threshold from 0 to 6.6V, includes TRRS to BNC splitter cable
Video Output (HDMI):
- 4096 × 2160 at 30 FPS
- 3840 × 2160 at 30 FPS
- 1920 × 1080 at 60 FPS
USB Ports: - USB-C Port 1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
- USB-C Port 2: USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20 Gbps, supports SSDs)
Trigger Modes
End Trigger: Continues recording until a defined delay after activation
Toggle: Starts and stops recording with a button press
Exposure Trigger: External signal controls frame rate synchronization
Shutter Gating: External signal controls exposure and frame rate
Frame Sync Output: Outputs a signal indicating frame rate and exposure timing
Recording Modes
Normal Mode: Records continuously into a buffer until triggered, then allows review and saving
Assistive Features
Focus Aid: Highlights edges to assist focusing
Zebra Patterns: Indicates overexposed areas
Histogram: Displays brightness distribution across the image
Overlay: Shows frame and timing information on the footage
Software and Control
API: Open-source HTTP REST interface
Network Control: REST API access via optional Ethernet or WiFi adapters
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to +104°F)**
Data sheet
Official permits of the Ministry of Development and Technology
Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.