Lynx & Manx
InGaAs SWIR line-scan cameras for industrial machine vision, semiconductor inspection, food sorting, spectroscopy, and high-speed imaging — from 10 kHz to 256 kHz line rates.
Choose Your Series
Both the Lynx and Manx are built on in-house InGaAs linear detectors with CTIA ROIC and 900–1700 nm SWIR sensitivity. Select the series that matches your speed and interface requirements.
Lynx Series
The Lynx is an affordable uncooled SWIR line-scan camera built on an in-house linear InGaAs detector. Available in both rectangular pixel (Lynx R) and square pixel (Lynx SQ) configurations, Lynx cameras are ideal for demanding machine vision and spectroscopy applications. They are GenICam® compliant and compatible with a Linux SDK for streamlined industrial integration.
- High-speed imaging up to 10 kHz (2048 px) or 40 kHz
- Square and rectangular pixel options (12.5 µm or 25 µm pitch)
- 512, 1024, and 2048 pixel sensor formats
- Standard CameraLink or GigE Vision interface (16-bit)
- On-board NUC, bad pixel replacement (BPR), gain control
- C-mount or M42 optical interface (M42-to-F-mount adapter optional)
- 3.9 W (CL) / 6.3 W (GigE) · 153 g (CL) / 208 g (GigE)
- CE, RoHS compliant · Xeneth software included
| Specification | Lynx SQ | Lynx R |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Pitch | 25 µm (512 px) · 12.5 µm (1024/2048 px) | 12.5 µm |
| Sensor Format | 512 / 1024 / 2048 pixels | 1024 / 2048 pixels |
| Spectral Range | 900–1700 nm | 900–1700 nm |
| Max Frame Rate | 10 kHz (2048 px) · 40 kHz | 10 kHz (2048 px) · 40 kHz |
| Detector Type | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC | |
| Digital Output | CameraLink or GigE Vision [16-bit] | |
| Optical Interface | C-mount or M42 (M42-to-F-mount adapter optional) | |
| Power Consumption | 3.9 W (CL) · 6.3 W (GigE) | |
| Camera Weight | 153 g (CL) · 208 g (GigE) | |
| Regulatory | CE, RoHS | |
| Software | Xeneth (included) · Linux SDK available | |
Product Selector Guide — Lynx
Lynx R Series
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| XEN-000431 | Lynx 1024 R CL |
| XEN-000432 | Lynx 1024 R GigE |
| XEN-000433 | Lynx 2048 R CL |
| XEN-000434 | Lynx 2048 R GigE |
Lynx SQ Series
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| XEN-000633 | Lynx 512 SQ CL |
| XEN-000309 | Lynx 512 SQ GigE |
| XEN-000313 | Lynx 1024 SQ CL |
| XEN-000310 | Lynx 1024 SQ GigE |
| XEN-000314 | Lynx 2048 SQ CL |
| XEN-000311 | Lynx 2048 SQ GigE |
Manx Series
The Manx cameras are the world's fastest InGaAs SWIR line-scan cameras, achieving unprecedented line rates of up to 256 kHz (or 128 kHz). Built on a brand-new, in-house developed InGaAs linear detector, the Manx delivers the lowest noise performance on record for 2048-pixel SWIR linear cameras, combined with excellent dynamic range. CoaXPress (CXP) interfacing enables fast and reliable high-bandwidth data transfer.
- World's fastest SWIR line-scan — up to 256 kHz line rate
- Lowest noise for any 2048 px SWIR linear camera
- 512, 1024, and 2048 pixel resolution options
- Rectangular (Manx R) and square pixel (Manx SQ) variants
- CoaXPress [16-bit] for high-bandwidth reliable data transfer
- Excellent dynamic range · Low dark current
- Suitable for spectroscopy and OCT applications
- C-mount or M42 · 900 g · Up to 11 W · CE, RoHS
| Specification | Manx R | Manx SQ |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Pitch | 12.5 µm | 12.5 µm |
| Pixel Height | 250 µm | 12.5 µm |
| Sensor Format | 512 / 1024 / 2048 rect. pixels | 512 / 1024 / 2048 sq. pixels |
| Spectral Range | 900–1700 nm | 900–1700 nm |
| Max Frame Rate | 256 kHz or 128 kHz | 256 kHz or 128 kHz |
| Detector Type | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC | |
| Digital Output | CoaXPress [16-bit] | |
| Optical Interface | C-mount or M42 (M42-to-F-mount adapter optional) | |
| Power Consumption | Up to 11 W (without TEC) | |
| Camera Weight | 900 g | |
| Regulatory | CE, RoHS | |
| Software | Xeneth (included) | |
Product Selector Guide — Manx
Manx R Series (CXP)
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| XEN-000657 | Manx 512 R CXP 130 |
| XEN-000658 | Manx 1024 R CXP 130 |
| XEN-000659 | Manx 2048 R CXP 130 |
| XEN-000686 | Manx 512 R CXP 260 |
| XEN-000687 | Manx 1024 R CXP 260 |
| XEN-000688 | Manx 2048 R CXP 260 |
Manx SQ Series (CXP)
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| XEN-000651 | Manx 512 SQ CXP 130 |
| XEN-000652 | Manx 1024 SQ CXP 130 |
| XEN-000653 | Manx 2048 SQ CXP 130 |
| XEN-000654 | Manx 512 SQ CXP 260 |
| XEN-000655 | Manx 1024 SQ CXP 260 |
| XEN-000656 | Manx 2048 SQ CXP 260 |
Full Series Comparison
Both cameras share the same SWIR spectral range and InGaAs technology — the key differences are line rate, interface, and form factor.
| Specification | Lynx | Manx |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Industrial / Affordable | High-Speed / Premium |
| Max Line Rate | 10 kHz (2048 px) · 40 kHz | 128 kHz · 256 kHz |
| Interface | CameraLink (CL) or GigE Vision | CoaXPress (CXP) |
| Spectral Range | 900–1700 nm | 900–1700 nm |
| Pixel Types | R (rect.) · SQ (square) | R (rect.) · SQ (square) |
| Pixel Pitch | 12.5 µm · 25 µm (512 SQ) | 12.5 µm |
| Pixel Height | Varies by series | 250 µm (R) · 12.5 µm (SQ) |
| Resolutions | 512 / 1024 / 2048 px | 512 / 1024 / 2048 px |
| Detector | InGaAs array · CTIA ROIC | InGaAs array · CTIA ROIC |
| Noise Performance | Standard | Record-low for 2048 px SWIR |
| Power | 3.9 W (CL) · 6.3 W (GigE) | Up to 11 W |
| Weight | 153 g (CL) · 208 g (GigE) | 900 g |
| Optical Mount | C-mount or M42 | C-mount or M42 |
| Software | Xeneth · Linux SDK optional | Xeneth |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS · GenICam® | CE, RoHS |
Shared Technology, Shared Strengths
Both the Lynx and Manx share Exosens' in-house InGaAs detector technology with key capabilities built into the platform.
High-Speed SWIR Imaging
From 10–40 kHz (Lynx) to 256 kHz (Manx), covering the full range of industrial and scientific high-speed requirements in the SWIR band.
In-House InGaAs Detector
Proprietary linear InGaAs detector with CTIA ROIC developed by Exosens (Xenics), delivering consistent SWIR sensitivity from 900 to 1700 nm.
R & SQ Pixel Options
Choose rectangular pixels for high light collection and line-scan throughput, or square pixels for spectroscopy and OCT where isotropic sampling matters.
Image Correction On-Board
Non-uniformity correction (NUC), bad pixel replacement (BPR), and gain control are built into both platforms for consistent, reliable image quality.
Xeneth Software Suite
Both series ship with Xeneth, Exosens' standard IR software. The Lynx also supports an optional Linux SDK for seamless industrial system integration.
Industrial Standards
CE and RoHS certified. Lynx is GenICam® compliant. Both support C-mount and M42 optical interfaces with optional M42-to-F-mount adapters.
Application Areas
The Lynx and Manx series are deployed across a wide range of SWIR imaging applications in industrial, scientific, and life science environments.
Product Documentation
Download the official Exosens brochures and leaflets for both the Lynx and Manx series.
Ready to Specify a Lynx or Manx Camera?
Wilco Imaging's team can help you select the right SWIR line-scan camera — resolution tier, pixel type, interface, and line rate — for your specific application and integration requirements.