FASTCAM SA-Z

The Photron FASTCAM SA-Z camera system offers scientists, researchers and engineers the ability to capture high resolution digital images at ultra-high speeds to see and understand previously invisible processes and events. Using Photron’s proprietary CMOS image sensor technology, the FASTCAM SA-Z combines high recording rates with outstanding light sensitivity and excellent image quality to provide the most versatile ultra-high speed digital camera available today.

Camera Performance Specifications

Full Frame Performance20,000fps
1024 x 1024 pixels
Maximum Frame RateType 200K: 224,000fps
Type 480K: 480,000fps*
Type 2100K: 2,100,000fps*
Ruggedized Mechanical Calibration ShutterStandard Feature
Dynamic Range (ADC)12-bit monochrome, 36-bit color
Memory Capacity Options8GB: 5,453 frames at full resolution
16GB: 10,914 frames at full resolution
32GB: 21,837 frames at full resolution
64GB: 43,682 frames at full resolution
128GB: 87,373 frames at full resolution
Memory Partitions Up to 128 memory segments
Region of InterestSelectable in steps of 128 pixels (horizontal) x 8 pixels (vertical)
Trigger InputsSelectable +/- TTL 5V and switch closure
Trigger DelayProgrammable on selected input / output triggers: 100ns resolution
Trigger ModesStart, end, center, manual, random, random reset, random center, random manual, random loop, record on command
Time Code InputIRIG-B
Camera Control InterfaceHigh-speed Gigabit Ethernet – (single or dual connections)
Image Data DisplayFrame rate, shutter speed, trigger mode, date/time, status, real time / IRIG time, frame count, resolution
Saved Image Formats BMP, TIFF, JPG, PNG, RAW, RAWW, MRAW, AVI, WMV, FTIF, MOV – Images can be saved with or without image data and in 8-bit, 16-bit, or 36-bit depth of sensor where supported
Supported OSMicrosoft Windows operating system including: 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (32/64-bit)
* Frame rates above 225,500fps and exposure times may be subject to export control regulations in some areas