1st Vision

10/29/2026

Most machine vision systems begin with visible-light cameras, but many inspection challenges remain unsolved because the information being sought simply isn’t visible in the VIS spectrum.

Many are intimidated by SWIR, worried it’s some exotic sensing technology. While it’s different in that it’s a form of vision that’s in a different part of the spectrum than VIS, we all enjoy radio and bluetooth, and we’re not natively equipped to sense those parts of the spectrum either!

Below we present SWIR as a practical problem-solving technology. And we’ve created a new area on the 1stVision website dedicated to SWIR imaging.

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Most machine vision systems begin with visible-light cameras, but many inspection challenges remain unsolved because the information being sought simply isn’t visible in the VIS spectrum. Many are intimidated by SWIR, worried it’s some exotic sensing technology. While it’s different in that it...

10/08/2026

How to be successful in line scan applications
“A line scan system is only as good as its weakest component”
Granted, any system is only as good as its weakest component. But with some systems one can cut corners here or there and get away with it. With line scan mostly not. But the rewards of getting it right can deliver effective applications with excellent return on investment.

Success depends upon balancing all of [... read on for details]
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“A line scan system is only as good as its weakest component” Granted, any system is only as good as its weakest component. But with some systems one can cut corners here or there and get away with it. With line scan mostly not. But the rewards of getting it right can deliver effective applicati...

10/06/2026

The JAI WAL-1001-GE and -2001- are compact GigE 1K SWIR line scan cameras with InGaAs sensors designed for high-speed industrial inspection using a high-sensitivity InGaAs sensor. While there are a number of area scan SWIR cameras on the market, line scan SWIR is a smaller niche. But if it gives you a competitive edge or innovative solution – it’s not a niche for you.

While the 1k camera is already enough for many applications, let’s spend a moment longer on the 2 row WAL-2001-GE model. The biggest value proposition in this model is:

Doubled resolution for enhanced defect detection
A 0.5-pixel offset design effectively doubles sampling density, enabling reliable detection of sub-pixel-scale defects beyond the limits of conventional 1K cameras.
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The JAI WAL-1001-GE and -2001- are compact GigE 1K SWIR line scan cameras with InGaAs sensors designed for high-speed industrial inspection using a high-sensitivity InGaAs sensor. While there are a number of area scan SWIR cameras on the market, line scan SWIR is a smaller niche. But if it gives you...

10/01/2026

Machine vision digital interfaces continue to evolve, as 25 GigE and 100 GigE cameras are now available. Here we call out those new entries to our updated TechBrief Camera Interfaces Explained, available for free download from our Knowledge Base.

Whether your application needs only a few frames per second, from a modest sized sensor, with the camera near the PC host – or bandwidth intensive requirements – possibly at significant cable length – there’s likely an interface suited to your needs. Download the updated free TechBrief.

Alternatively, start with camera selection, and let that drive the interface. That method works too, as camera manufacturers typically design-in the interface optimal to move the data volumes off the sensor, for the type of applications they designed the camera for. But sometimes the same sensor is found with two or more interface options – so it’s helpful to be “interface-aware” when selecting among cameras.

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09/15/2026

JAI Wave WAA-1300-GE-TEC VIS SWIR camera

The Wave WAA-1300-GE-TEC combines visible and short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensitivity in a single camera, enabling enhanced material contrast, improved defect detection, and more reliable inspection results. With sensitivity from 400 nm to 1700 nm, the camera can reveal features and material characteristics that may not be visible using standard imaging technologies.

Applications may be designed to identify and differentiate materials according to their spectral properties. Sensors, cameras, lighting, and lenses are available for machine vision applications that draw upon VIS and SWIR portions of the spectrum.
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The Wave WAA-1300-GE-TEC combines visible and short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensitivity in a single camera, enabling enhanced material contrast, improved defect detection, and more reliable inspection results. With sensitivity from 400 nm to 1700 nm, the camera can reveal features and material characte...

09/10/2026

Euresys Open eVision Machine Vision Software

Hardware-independent machine vision software with image processing, deep learning, OCR, barcode reading, 3D vision, and precision measurement tools – Euresys Open eVision Machine Vision Software.

Open eVision Studio is a free graphical development environment that enables users to evaluate, prototype, and demonstrate Open eVision applications without writing code. Developers can create complete image processing pipelines, test algorithms using live camera images, and automatically generate corresponding C++, Python, or C # source code to help accelerate application development.
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Hardware-independent machine vision software with image processing, deep learning, OCR, barcode reading, 3D vision, and precision measurement tools – Euresys Open eVision Machine Vision Software. Open eVision Studio is a free graphical development environment that enables users to evaluate, protot...

09/03/2026

Allied Vision HR high-resolution RF and T models

HR decodes pretty readily to high-resolution. In this series that ranges from 16 MP through 105 MP. There are a range of interfaces available. And many shared features such as advanced image correction: lens shading, defect pixel correction, and low-noise image acquisition.

It’s NOT the point of this short article to cover the entire HR series.

Our focus is on two particular features available on certain members of the HR series, each of which brings something special.

HR RF Mount models feature a native Canon RF mount, enabling the use of Canon RF lenses for large-format imaging applications requiring high-performance optics and a wide range of focal lengths.

HR T (TEC) models feature thermoelectric cooling and heating (TEC) to regulate sensor temperature. Maintaining a stable sensor temperature helps reduce dark current, thermal noise, and sensor drift while improving image consistency for long exposure, scientific imaging, and precision inspection applications.
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HR decodes pretty readily to high-resolution. In this series that ranges from 16 MP through 105 MP. There are a range of interfaces available. And many shared features such as advanced image correction: lens shading, defect pixel correction, and low-noise image acquisition. It’s NOT the point of t...

09/01/2026

TechBrief - How to select the ideal camera for your application - a step-by-step guide

Whether you are new to machine vision or a seasoned veteran, sensor and camera selection are at the core of achieving an ideal solution for your application. Sensors and cameras keep evolving with new technologies. Thankfully, there are best practice guidelines in a logical sequence of steps. It’s the same sequence we follow in advising our customers.

08/04/2026

Allied Vision FXO cameras to 100GigE and 671fps

Allied Vision FXO cameras are high-speed industrial GigE Vision cameras available with 10GigE, 25GigE, and 100GigE interfaces. Built around Sony Pregius S global shutter sensors, FXO cameras deliver high image quality, fast frame rates, low-latency image transfer, and reliable performance for demanding machine vision applications.

In semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, the FXO 100GigE cameras are suited for high-throughput 2D and 3D automated optical inspection because the global shutter supports fast motion without distortion and RDMA-based transport keeps data movement consistent under heavy loads.

In addition to metrology and industrial inspection, the FXO cameras are ideal for laser triangulation, 3D scanning and high-speed acquisition. https://zurl.co/smSWd

Allied Vision FXO cameras are high-speed industrial GigE Vision cameras available with 10GigE, 25GigE, and 100GigE interfaces. Built around Sony Pregius S global shutter sensors, FXO cameras deliver high image quality, fast frame rates, low-latency image transfer, and reliable performance for demand...

07/30/2026

What is RDMA?
Remote Direct Memory Access – RDMA – is a data transfer method supporting greater throughput compared to traditional transfer methods. While it’s been used in data centers and by networking innovators for some years, it’s only recently been made available for machine vision.

In a phrase: RDMA is a method of transferring data directly between a device and a designated area of computer memory with little involvement from the operating system and CPU.
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Remote Direct Memory Access – RDMA – is a data transfer method supporting greater throughput compared to traditional transfer methods. While it’s been used in data centers and by networking innovators for some years, it’s only recently been made available for machine vision. In a phrase: RDM...