2MP-8.4MP GigE PoE Camera Series | 2MP-8MP USB3 UVC Camera Series | Sony Starvis IMX662 Camera | Sony IMX678 Camera | Onsemi AR0830 Camera | Onsemi AR0821 Camera | Surveillance, Inspection & Robotics | ONVIF profile S/T/G | VISPA NXT & VISPA ARC SDK

FORT WORTH, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2026 / Vadzo Imaging, a provider of embedded vision cameras, has positioned its Innova Series, Vadzo GigE camera portfolio, and Falcon Series, Vadzo USB 3.2 Gen 1 camera portfolio, as critical building blocks for modern surveillance systems, enabling hybrid architectures that combine network-scale deployment with real-time edge processing.

As surveillance systems evolve beyond isolated camera setups, system designers must balance coverage, bandwidth, latency, and deployment complexity. Vadzo addresses this shift by enabling GigE camera solutions and USB3 camera solutions to operate within a unified system architecture rather than as competing interface choices.

From Interface Selection to System Architecture

Traditional surveillance designs forced a trade-off between GigE and USB3. Modern deployments require both.

GigE camera products enable distributed, long-range monitoring across Ethernet infrastructure

USB3 camera products deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency data for localized, real-time processing

USB 3.2 Gen1 provides high-throughput point-to-point connectivity for edge systems, while GigE enables scalable multi-camera deployment over standard network infrastructure.

While Innova cameras are optimized for wide-area, network-based surveillance infrastructure, Falcon cameras are designed for edge-level intelligence enabling real-time analytics, event-driven imaging, and embedded vision processing within surveillance systems.

From Interface Selection to System Architecture

Traditional surveillance designs forced a trade-off between GigE camera series and USB3 camera series. Modern deployments require both.

GigE camera portfolio enable distributed, long-range monitoring across Ethernet infrastructure and USB3 camera portfolio deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency data for localized, real-time processing.

USB 3.2 Gen1 provides high-throughput point-to-point connectivity for edge systems, while GigE enables scalable multi-camera deployment over standard network infrastructure. While Innova GigE camera portfolio is optimized for wide-area, network-based surveillance infrastructure, Falcon camera portfolio is designed for edge-level intelligence, enabling real-time analytics, event-driven imaging, and embedded vision processing within surveillance systems

Innova Series (GigE Camera): Scalable Network-Based Surveillance

The Innova GigE camera series is designed for environments where distance, synchronization, and centralized control are critical. With ONVIF compliance, PoE (802.3af), and support for NTP/PTP synchronization, Innova cameras enable distributed, time-aligned imaging across large deployments.

Innova-678CRS: 8.4MP Sony Starvis 2 IMX678 4K HDR GigE Camera

Powered by the Sony IMX678 STARVIS 2 sensor (1/1.8″, 2.0 µm), the Innova-678CRS ONVIF GigE camera delivers 8.4MP (3856×2180) 4K imaging over Gigabit Ethernet with up to 110 dB HDR and enhanced NIR sensitivity for high-contrast environments. Designed for tethered industrial inspection drones, infrastructure monitoring, offshore surveillance, and smart traffic systems, the camera combines PoE (802.3af), ONVIF Profile S/T/G/M compliance, and NTP/PTP synchronization to enable scalable, time-aligned network deployments. Optional non-PoE variants (5VDC/12VDC) address payload and power constraints in aerial platforms, while zoom lens customization supports variable focal length requirements in altitude-based monitoring scenarios.

Key specs: 8.4MP (3856×2180) | Sony IMX678 STARVIS 2 | Rolling Shutter | 1/1.8″ | 2.0 µm | GigE (100/1000Base-T) | ONVIF Profile S/T/G/M | PoE 802.3af | HDR (110 dB) | NIR | Auto IR-Cut Filter | S-Mount (M12) | −30°C to 70°C

Innova-662CRS: 2MP Sony Starvis 2 IMX662 Wide-Area HDR GigE Camera

The Innova-662CRS ONVIF GigE camera integrates the Sony IMX662 STARVIS 2 sensor (1/2.8″, 2.9 µm) with GigE connectivity to deliver 2MP (1920×1080) imaging at up to 60 fps, optimized for low-light and high-contrast environments. Engineered for wide-area surveillance and aerial coverage, the camera features a 200° DFOV with onboard dewarping, which reduces the number of cameras required for full-scene visibility while minimizing host-side processing. PTP synchronization enables frame-accurate coordination across multi-camera systems, making it suitable for UAV fleets and distributed monitoring deployments. Its combination of low-light sensitivity, wide field of view, and network synchronization makes it effective for perimeter security, large-area inspection, and continuous environmental monitoring.

Key specs: 2MP FHD (1920×1080) | Sony IMX662 STARVIS 2 | 1/2.8″ | 2.9 µm | GigE | ONVIF Profile S/T/G/M | PoE 802.3af | IEEE 1588 PTP | Clear HDR and Linear HDR | NIR | Up to 200° DFOV | Onboard dewarping | −40°C to 85°C

Falcon Series (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Camera): Edge Intelligence for Embedded and Analytics-Driven Surveillance

The Falcon USB 3.2 Gen 1 camera series is engineered for embedded deployments where real-time processing, responsiveness, and system-level efficiency are critical. With full UVC compliance, Falcon cameras support driverless plug-and-play operation across Windows, Linux, and Android platforms.

Falcon-830CRS: Onsemi HyperLux AR0830 4K HDR USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC Camera

Built on the Onsemi HyperLux LP AR0830 sensor (1/2.9″, 1.4 µm BSI), the Falcon-830CRS USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC camera delivers 8MP (3840×2160) imaging at 30 fps with support for LI-HDR and enhanced Dynamic Range (eDR). Designed for power-constrained embedded systems, the camera combines ultra-low power operation with low-power standby modes to enable event-driven imaging, allowing systems to remain in a low-power state until activity is detected, reducing compute load and power consumption without sacrificing image quality. With USB 3.2 Gen1 connectivity, UVC compliance, and a compact form factor (38mm × 38mm, convertible to 32mm × 32mm), the Falcon-830CRS is suited for smart retail surveillance, access control systems, and indoor monitoring applications where continuous streaming is not required.

Key specs: 8MP (3840×2160) | Onsemi AR0830 HyperLux LP | 1/2.9″ | 1.4 µm BSI | Rolling Shutter | USB 3.2 Gen1 | UVC | LI-HDR | eDR | Wake-on-Motion | 38mm × 38mm | Windows · Linux · Android | −30°C to 70°C

Falcon-821CRS: Onsemi AR0821 4K HDR USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC Camera

The Falcon-821CRS HDR USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC Camera is based on the Onsemi AR0821 sensor (1/1.7″, 2.1 µm DRPix BSI), delivering 8.3MP (3848×2168) imaging with embedded HDR (eHDR) capability exceeding 140 dB. It supports advanced sensor functions including binning, scaling, and windowing for precise control in environments where lighting conditions change rapidly or contain extreme contrast. Deployed in analytics-driven surveillance zones, automated inspection systems, and robotics platforms, the Falcon-821CRS enables reliable image capture in challenging visual conditions where standard sensors fail to retain highlight and shadow detail simultaneously.

Key specs: 8.3MP (3848×2168) | Onsemi AR0821 DRPix BSI | 1/1.7″ | 2.1 µm | Rolling Shutter | USB 3.2 Gen1 | UVC | eHDR >140 dB | 38mm × 38mm | Windows · Linux · Android | −30°C to 70°C

Software Platform and Integration

Vadzo cameras are supported by the VISPA NXT SDK and VISPA ARC SDK, providing programmatic access to camera control, streaming, and image tuning.

Capabilities include:

- Network configuration and discovery
- Exposure, gain, ROI, and white balance control
- Trigger and GPIO management
- Streaming and codec handling
- Secure failsafe firmware updates

SDKs are available in C, C++, C#, and Python, with support for Windows, Linux, and Android.

Target Applications:

- Wide-Area Industrial Monitoring - Innova-678CRS HDR GigE camera: synchronized 4K coverage of factories, warehouses, and processing plants over GigE network infrastructure
- Low-Light Perimeter & Large-Area Surveillance - Innova-662CRS HDR GigE camera: wide-field HDR monitoring with onboard dewarping for perimeter security and environmental surveillance
- Infrastructure & Remote Site Monitoring - Innova-678CRS HDR GigE camera: high-contrast, NIR-capable imaging for pipelines, power stations, and offshore installations
- Smart Traffic & Transportation - Innova-678CRS HDR GigE camera + Innova-662CRS HDR GigE camera: network-wide 4K and wide-FOV video capture for vehicle flow and safety monitoring
- Access Control & Asset Security - Falcon-830CRS USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC camera: event-triggered, Wake-on-Motion imaging at entry points and high-value areas with low-power standby
- Edge Analytics & Real-Time Inspection - Falcon-821CRS USB 3.2 Gen 1 UVC camera: >140 dB eHDR capture for defect detection and production line analysis at the point of capture
- Drone & Aerial Inspection - Innova-662CRS HDR GigE camera: wide-area aerial surveillance with PTP synchronization across UAV fleets

Availability

The Innova GigE Camera and Falcon USB 3.2 Gen 1 camera series are available evaluation, prototyping, and production deployment. Evaluation kits, technical documentation, and integration support are available directly from Vadzo Imaging. Custom configurations, including form factor modifications, firmware customization, optics, and sensor integration, are supported for OEM and volume production programs.

About Vadzo Imaging

Vadzo Imaging develops embedded and machine vision cameras for OEMs and system integrators building production-ready vision systems. The company offers imaging platforms across USB, MIPI, GigE, Wi-Fi, and SerDes interfaces, supporting applications in industrial automation, robotics, healthcare, and embedded systems. Vadzo provides end-to-end imaging support, including sensor integration, ISP tuning, firmware development, and software frameworks that accelerate development and simplify system deployment.

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