IMX586 48MP 8K USB2.0 Camera Module for High-Detail Imaging

Name: IMX586 48MP 8K USB2.0 Camera Module for High-Detail Imaging
SKU: 15112
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IMX586 48MP USB2.0 camera module with 8000×6000 capture, 4K 30fps, HDR and 4-in-1 pixel support for high-detail imaging and OEM device integration.

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Introduction

SF48A796 is a 48MP USB2.0 camera module designed for devices that need very high still-image detail while retaining standard UVC-based USB integration.

Based on the IMX586 CMOS sensor, it supports up to 8000×6000 resolution and 4K video at 30fps, together with 4-in-1 pixel and HDR capabilities. Its Fixed Focus optical direction and USB2.0 architecture make it suitable for equipment where the viewing distance is relatively controlled and direct USB integration is preferred over MIPI sensor-level development.

Applications in Real Devices

High-Resolution Document and Detail Capture Equipment

For systems capturing documents, labels, components or other information-dense targets, 48MP resolution provides additional pixel detail for cropping, magnification and downstream recognition.

The actual benefit depends on working distance, lens resolution and how much of the frame the target occupies.

AI Recognition and Image Analysis Terminals

For recognition systems where small visual features need to remain available before host-side processing, the 8000×6000 native image provides a higher-detail source than conventional lower-resolution USB cameras.

USB UVC integration also provides a practical route for PC-based and embedded computing platforms.

Industrial Visual Inspection Equipment

The module can be evaluated for inspection tasks involving surface details, printed information or stationary components where image resolution is more important than high-speed motion capture.

Because the sensor uses Rolling Shutter, fast-moving targets should be evaluated separately rather than selecting this model based on resolution alone.

OEM High-Resolution Imaging Devices

For OEM equipment requiring a USB camera rather than direct MIPI sensor integration, SF48A796 combines 48MP imaging with standard USB2.0 connectivity and configurable lens directions.

Project Evaluation Guide

Consider This Model When

The project needs up to 48MP / 8000×6000 image detail.
4K at 30fps is required for video output.
USB2.0 UVC matches the host architecture.
The working distance is relatively stable.
M12 or C/CS lens integration is preferred.
High-resolution image capture is more important than fast-motion Global Shutter performance.

Confirm Before Sampling

Required native 48MP capture frequency versus 4K video use.
Whether MJPG or YUY2 is required.
Working distance and target dimensions.
Required field of view and lens interface.
Host USB2.0 bandwidth and software environment.
Available module space and mounting structure.
Whether Rolling Shutter is acceptable for the target movement condition.

Choosing This Model Within the 8K Camera Module Series

SF48A796 is the Fixed Focus USB high-resolution direction within the 8K Camera Module Series.

Choose this model when the project needs 48MP image capture and 4K30 video through a straightforward USB/UVC architecture, while the observation distance remains sufficiently controlled for a Fixed Focus optical setup.

If target distance changes frequently during operation, an Autofocus USB model such as SF-SYA3580-586 should be evaluated instead. If the project requires direct RAW sensor integration and ISP control, a MIPI model in the same Series is the more appropriate direction.

Related Models

48MP Autofocus USB – SF-SYA3580-586
Consider this model when the device still requires IMX586-based 48MP USB imaging but target distance changes during operation and VCM Autofocus is preferred.

48MP Type-C Autofocus USB – SF-ANVIS-48M
Consider this model when a Type-C USB2.0 interface, Autofocus and dual-layer PCB architecture better match the device design.

Key Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	SF48A796
Sensor	IMX586 CMOS
Resolution	48MP / 8000 × 6000
Sensor Size	1/2 inch
Pixel Size	0.8μm × 0.8μm
4K Video	3840 × 2160 @ 30fps
8000 × 6000 MJPG	5fps
4000 × 3000 MJPG	20fps
1920 × 1080 MJPG	30fps
Pixel Technology	4-in-1 Pixel
HDR	Supported
Output Formats	MJPG / YUY2
Shutter Type	Rolling Shutter
Focus Direction	Fixed Focus
Imaging Distance	1cm–Infinity, depending on lens configuration
Interface	USB2.0
Protocol	USB Video Class (UVC)
Module Size	41 × 41mm
Lens Support	1/2-inch M12 Lens / C-CS Lens
Standard Filter	IR650
Operating Voltage	USB DC 5V
Working Temperature	−20°C to 70°C
Stable Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
SDK	C++ image-acquisition SDK available
Development Support	DirectShow / Halcon / OpenCV / LabVIEW

SincereFirst Customization

Lens and Field of View

The standard product follows a Fixed Focus optical direction. M12 or C/CS lens configurations can be evaluated according to working distance, target size and required field of view.

Focus and Imaging Distance

Focus can be set around the intended device working distance rather than relying on active Autofocus. This direction is suitable when the target distance remains relatively stable and the project prioritizes a simpler optical structure.

USB and Output Configuration

USB2.0 UVC is the standard integration direction. MJPG/YUY2 operating modes and target resolution should be evaluated according to host bandwidth, image-processing requirements and whether native 48MP capture or continuous 4K video is the main task.

Mechanical and Housing Integration

Module mounting, cable routing and optional protective housing

can be evaluated according to the available device space. If waterproofing is required, it should be implemented through an additional enclosure rather than assumed from the bare camera module.

Final configuration should be validated with the actual host platform, enclosure, optics, software, and lighting environment before sampling.

FAQ

When does 48MP provide real value over a lower-resolution USB camera?

48MP is valuable when the target contains small details, the system needs digital cropping, or downstream recognition benefits from retaining more spatial information. If the device only outputs 1080P or observes large targets, the additional native resolution may provide limited practical benefit.

Can SF48A796 output 8K resolution continuously at 30fps?

No. Native 8000×6000 output and 4K30 are different operating modes. The specification lists 8000×6000 MJPG at 5fps, while 3840×2160 MJPG supports 30fps.

Why choose this Fixed Focus model instead of an Autofocus 48MP model?

Choose Fixed Focus when the working distance remains stable and the camera does not need to refocus during normal operation. Autofocus becomes more useful when objects appear at significantly different distances.

Is USB2.0 sufficient for a 48MP camera module?

It can support the defined operating modes by using appropriate resolution and compression settings. However, native 48MP data cannot be treated the same as lower-resolution continuous video, so the host bandwidth and required frame rate should be evaluated together.

Is this model suitable for fast-moving objects?

Its Rolling Shutter architecture means fast movement can introduce geometric distortion depending on exposure and motion conditions. If preserving moving-object geometry is critical, a Global Shutter solution should be evaluated instead.

Can I replace the standard optical configuration with another lens?

Yes. M12 and C/CS lens directions are supported, but lens image circle, resolution, focal length, FOV and mechanical clearance should all be checked against the 1/2-inch sensor before the configuration is finalized.

Evaluate This Module for Your Device

Share your target size, working distance, required FOV, native 48MP or 4K operating mode, host platform and available camera space. SincereFirst can evaluate the appropriate lens, output mode and mechanical configuration before sampling.