Kron Technologies Chronos 2.1-HD 16GB Colour Sensor w/ EF Mount (SKU CR21-1.0-16C-EFNL)

Kron Technologies Chronos 2.1-HD 16GB Colour Sensor with EF Mount (SKU CR21-1.0-16C-EFNL)

The Chronos 2.1-HD is a budget-friendly high-speed camera that delivers a complete, all-in-one solution for high-definition and high frame rate recording. It captures video at 1920 × 1080 resolution with speeds up to 1,000 frames per second, making it suitable for detailed slow-motion applications.

Main Features
HD Resolution: Records at 1920×1080 at up to 1,000 FPS.

High Frame Rate: Uses a 4/3″ image sensor capable of capturing up to 24,046 FPS at lower resolutions.

All-in-One Design: Fully standalone operation with a built-in 5-inch touchscreen and battery for portable, untethered use.

Internal Storage: Available in 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB RAM configurations, allowing recording times of approximately 2.7, 5.5, or 11 seconds at maximum resolution. Footage can be stored using the SD card slot.

Recording Modes: Supports Normal, Segmented, Gated Burst, and Live Slow Motion modes for flexible capture.

Lens Compatibility: Supports interchangeable F, EF, MFT, and C mounts. The preinstalled mount can be removed, and CS/C lenses are supported using the included spacer.

Colour and Monochrome Performance: ISO sensitivity ranges from 500–8000 (colour) and 1000–16000 (monochrome), allowing recording in a wide range of lighting conditions.

Trigger Options: Includes I/O ports for synchronization and remote triggering via cable, sound, or web-based signals.

Focus Assistance: Features focus peaking and zebra patterns to assist with accurate focus and exposure.

API Integration: Provides an open-source REST-based API for integration into custom software or control systems.

Package Contents

• Chronos 2.1-HD camera body
• Mount plate
• CS-C adapter ring
• C mount dust cap
• 32GB SanDisk SD card
• EN-EL4a battery
• 19V 40W AC adapter
• Region-specific power cord
• EF mount plate
• User manual

Specifications

Camera and Build
Imaging: 1920 × 1080 at 1000 FPS
Memory Options: 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB
Recording Time: 2.7 seconds (8GB), 5.5 seconds (16GB), 11 seconds (32GB) at maximum resolution
Lens Mount: Supports CS/C, F, EF, and MFT mounts
Back Focus: Adjustable in the field
IR Filter: 650 nm, removable, dimensions 24 × 16 × 1.1 mm
Display: 5-inch 800×480 capacitive touchscreen with 1000-nit brightness
Enclosure: Anodized CNC-machined aluminum
Cooling System: Active cooling with variable-speed fan and optional fan-off mode
Dimensions: 155 × 96 × 67.3 mm (without lens)
Weight: 1.06 kg (without lens)

Video Formats and Storage
H.264: MP4 files with bitrates up to 60 Mbps
CinemaDNG RAW: Standard Adobe RAW format
TIFF: RAW TIFF files with timestamps
Storage Options: SD card, USB, SSD, or network storage (SMB/NFS)

Image Sensor Details
Resolution: 1920 × 1080 at 1000 FPS maximum
Speed: 2.1 gigapixels per second
Sensor Size: 19.2 × 10.8 mm (4/3″ format, 2.1 MP, 2× crop factor)
Pixel Size: 10 µm
Sensitivity: ISO 500–8000 (colour), ISO 1000–16000 (monochrome)
Shutter: Electronic global shutter from 1/FPS to 10 microseconds
Dynamic Range: 10.3 stops (62.4 dB)
Bit Depth: 12-bit

Battery
Type: EN-EL4a
Runtime: Approximately 1 hour of recording
Charging Time: Around 2 hours to reach 80%

Inputs and Outputs
Power Input: 17–20V, 40W (barrel connector, positive tip)
Network: Gigabit Ethernet
Trigger Interfaces: Two trigger inputs and frame strobe outputs (BNC and auxiliary), adjustable threshold from 0 to 6.6V, with electrically isolated input
Video Output: HDMI at 720p or 1080p at 60 FPS
USB: Type A (host) and micro-B (device)
SATA: eSATA 3Gbps for 2.5-inch SSD

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

Trigger Ports
BNC: Female connector
AUX: 8-pin terminal block with isolated trigger input

Software and Control
Control Interface: Accessible via web interface or REST API using USB or Ethernet
Streaming: Supports live streaming and playback via RTSP and compatible players
API: Open-source HTTP REST interface

Recording Modes
Normal Mode: Records continuously into a buffer until triggered, then allows review and saving
Segmented Mode: Divides memory into segments for multiple recordings
Gated Burst: Captures frames only while the trigger is active
Live Slow Motion: Records short clips and plays them back in a loop

Normal Speed Recording
Continuous Mode: Records standard video at up to 60 FPS directly to MP4 files on removable storage

Assistive Features
Focus Aid: Highlights edges to assist focusing
Zebra Patterns: Indicates overexposed areas
Viewfinder Zoom: Enlarges the image for easier focusing
Overlay: Displays frame and timing information on the footage**