pco.dimax S4
super slow motion with high resolution

The pco.dimax S series provides super slow motion with high resolutions for a variety of applications. The model S4 delivers exciting frame rates in combination with high light sensitivity and high dynamic range.
The image data can be transferred via Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 or Camera Link interface. A diversity of trigger and synchronization possibilities makes the pco.dimax a real multi-tool.
Airbag- or material testing, flow and velocity analysis, quality control or impact studies – pco.dimax S cameras are flexible in their performance for use in different applications.

For further information see product data sheet.

All products at a glance in the high-speed product overview.

  • blue highspeed camera pco.dimax S, seen from the right side
  • blue highspeed camera pco.dimax S, side view
  • blue highspeed camera pco.dimax S, view of the back
  • 1279 fps @ 2016 x 2016 pixel full resolution
  • 4502 fps @ 1008 x 1008 pixel
  • excellent image and color quality
  • 12 bit dynamic range
  • no additional black reference calibration required
  • 18 or 36 GB inbuilt image memory
  • exposure time range 1.5 µs - 40 ms
  • multiple trigger options
  • master-slave camera synchronisation (up to 5 cameras)
  • IRIG B timecode function
  • Interfaces: USB 3.0, GigE/USB 2.0, Camera Link

product data sheet contact

  • parameter unit setpoint pco.dimax S4
    resolution (hor x ver) pixel 2016 x 2016
    pixel size (hor x ver) µm 11.0 x 11.0
    peak quantum efficiency % @ 600 nm typ. 50
    dynamic range A/D bit 12
    readout noise e- rms 23
    frame rate fps monochrome (color) 1279 (1102)
    exposure time range s 1.5 µs - 40 ms
    region of interest (ROI) steps of 48 x 4 pixel (centered)
    optical input Nikon F-mount
    data interface GigE, USB 2.0,
    Camera Link,
    USB 3.0
  • Quantum efficiency curve pco.dimax monochrome sensor.