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Photron FASTCAM NOVA Specifications

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit Depth12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color (NOVA S20 variant: selectable 12-bit or 10-bit)
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB removable SSD (~1GB/s)
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger IN/OUT, IRIG-B, HD-SDI optional, Programmable I/O
Lens MountF-mount (G-type compatible), C-mount, M42, Optional Canon EF remote control mount
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA (dual DC inputs)
Weight3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)
Features1ms to 0.2us global shutter independent of frame rate, Ruggedized mechanical calibration shutter standard, Sealed body design, Fan stop function, Variable ROI in 128x16 steps, Up to 128 memory segments, Auto-sensing dual DC inputs, ISO 64,000 mono / ISO 16,000 color, Versatile 90-degree side-mountable, 10G Ethernet

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Variant: NOVA S6

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit Depth12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color
Throughput~6.7 Gpx/s
Max Frame Rate800000
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB SSD
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger, IRIG-B
Lens MountM42, F-mount (G-type), C-mount, Optional Canon EF
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA
Weight3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)

Variant: NOVA S9

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit Depth12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color
Throughput~9.4 Gpx/s
Max Frame Rate900000
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB SSD
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger, IRIG-B
Lens MountM42, F-mount (G-type), C-mount, Optional Canon EF
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA
Weight3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)

Variant: NOVA S12

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit Depth12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color
Throughput~13.4 Gpx/s
Max Frame Rate1000000
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB SSD
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger, IRIG-B
Lens MountM42, F-mount (G-type), C-mount, Optional Canon EF
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA
Weight3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)

Variant: NOVA S16

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit Depth12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color
Throughput~16.8 Gpx/s
Max Frame Rate1100000
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB SSD
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger, IRIG-B
Lens MountM42, F-mount (G-type), C-mount, Optional Canon EF
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA
Weight3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)

Variant: NOVA S20

Max Resolution1024x1024
Pixel Size20um x 20um
Sensor Size20.48 x 20.48mm / diagonal 28.96mm
Sensor TypeProprietary Advanced CMOS (Bayer color)
Bit DepthSelectable 12-bit or 10-bit monochrome (36-bit / 30-bit color)
Throughput~19.7 Gpx/s (10-bit) / 17.3 Gpx/s (12-bit)
Max Frame Rate1100000
Memory Options8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Storage10-Gigabit Ethernet, Optional FASTDrive 4TB SSD (~1GB/s)
Interfaces10-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Gigabit Ethernet, BNC trigger IN/OUT, IRIG-B, Programmable I/O
Lens MountF-mount (G-type compatible), Optional C-mount, Optional Canon EF remote, Optional M42
Power100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; DC 22-32V, 150VA (dual DC)
Weight3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)
Dimensions120mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 217.2mm (D)
FeaturesSelectable 10-bit / 12-bit operation, 1ms to 0.2us global shutter, Mechanical calibration shutter standard, Sealed body, fan-off mode, Up to 128 memory segments, ISO 64,000 mono / ISO 16,000 color

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