Vadzo Imaging Launches Sony® Pregius S IMX900 sensor based Ultra-Fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Global Shutter Monochrome Camera

VAJRA-900MGS is a 3MP monochrome global shutter industrial camera engineered around the Sony IMX900 Pregius S sensor and the Infineon EZ-USB™ FX20 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 controller. The architecture enables sustained data transfer rates up to 20 Gbps over a single USB Type-C interface, overcoming the throughput limitations of conventional USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 vision systems. The platform is purpose-built for high-bandwidth machine vision workloads in industrial automation, robotics, AGV/AMR systems, and embedded AI deployments.  

At its core, the Sony IMX900 3MP global shutter sensor delivers Quad HDR up to 120 dB, Fast Auto Exposure (Fast AE), Quad Shutter control, and enhances near-infrared sensitivity at 850 nm and 940 nm. These capabilities ensure distortion-free imaging, extended dynamic range capture, and stable performance in high-speed and high-contrast environments including precision inspection, robotic guidance, smart parking infrastructure, and edge AI vision systems.  

The camera implements USB Video Class (UVC) compliance for native, driverless interoperability across Windows, Linux, and embedded operating systems. Advanced imaging parameters, sensor configuration, and pipeline control are accessible through the VISPA ARC SDK, enabling deeper system-level customization beyond standard UVC control interfaces  

Core Technical Capabilities – VAJRA-900MGS (3MP USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Global Shutter Camera 

High-Throughput USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Architecture (Up to 20 Gbps)  

The VAJRA-900MGS leverages dual-lane USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 signaling through the Infineon EZ-USB™ FX20 controller to deliver sustained data rates up to 20 Gbps over a single USB Type-C interface. This high-bandwidth pipeline enables raw, uncompressed image transfer with reduced transport latency, making it suitable for high-frame-rate machine vision, robotic perception, and mobile automation systems.  

3MP Global Shutter Imaging (2064 × 1552 | 1/3.1” Optical Format)  

Powered by the Sony IMX900 Pregius S sensor, the camera performs true global exposure capture, eliminating motion skew and rolling distortion at the pixel level. The 3-megapixel resolution ensures precise spatial accuracy in motion-critical applications such as robotic guidance, precision inspection, and AGV/AMR navigation where image integrity directly affects system control.  

Quad HDR with Extended Dynamic Range (Up to 120 dB)  

Multi-exposure HDR acquisition enables reliable imaging in scenes with significant contrast variation. The sensor preserves structural detail in both low-illumination regions and highly reflective surfaces, improving inspection consistency in complex lighting environments.  

Fast Auto Exposure Response  

The Fast AE mechanism adapts exposure parameters in real time during abrupt illumination changes. This ensures exposure stability in dynamic production lines, conveyor inspection systems, and autonomous robotic platforms operating across variable lighting conditions.  

Enhanced Near-Infrared Performance  

The IMX900 sensor architecture provides strong response in the 850 nm and 940 nm NIR spectrum with improved angular light tolerance. This enables stable, high signal-to-noise imaging in low-light, structured illumination, and infrared-assisted vision systems.  

Deterministic Low-Latency Image Transport  

By combining high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 bandwidth with uncompressed pixel streaming, the VAJRA-900MGS supports real-time data acquisition suitable for closed-loop robotics, synchronized inspection, and edge AI inference workflows.  

Advanced Software Control & OS Interoperability  

The camera adheres to the USB Video Class (UVC) standard for native driverless enumeration across Windows, Linux, and embedded platforms. For advanced configuration, the VISPA ARC SDK exposes granular control over sensor parameters, HDR configuration, shutter modes, and image pipeline settings through APIs available in C, C++, C#, and Python.  

VISPA ARC SDK  

The VISPA ARC SDK is Vadzo’s advanced software framework designed to provide extended control over the VAJRA-900MGS USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 camera platform based on the Sony® IMX900 sensor. While the camera operates as a standard UVC device for native OS compatibility, the VISPA ARC SDK enables deeper access to sensor configuration, image processing parameters, and real-time control functions beyond conventional UVC interfaces.  

Advanced Camera Control Capabilities  

With the VISPA ARC SDK, developers can:  

• Configure dynamic Regions of Interest (ROI) for application-specific field-of-view optimization  

• Enable ROI-based Auto Exposure for localized and stable illumination control  

• Manage hardware trigger input and flash synchronization for motion-critical imaging  

• Access sensor-level features such as binning, windowing, exposure timing, and frame rate control  

• Perform secure firmware configuration and field upgrades  

Multi-Language API Support  

The VISPA ARC API is available in C, C++, C#, and Python, enabling integration across Windows, Linux, and embedded platforms. The architecture supports deterministic control and low-latency streaming, making it suitable for industrial automation, robotics, and edge AI deployments.  

Target Applications  

The VAJRA-900MGS IMX900 Monochrome Global Shutter USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 UVC Camera is engineered for high-bandwidth, motion-sensitive, and precision-driven vision systems. Its 20 Gbps throughput, global shutter imaging, and Quad HDR capability make it suitable for demanding industrial and embedded deployments.  

Industrial Automation & Precision Inspection  

• PCB inspection and semiconductor wafer analysis  

• Surface defect detection and dimensional metrology  

• Inline quality control and automated production monitoring  

Designed for high-speed production environments where spatial accuracy and repeatability are critical. 

Robotics & Autonomous Systems  

• Pick-and-place automation and conveyor tracking  

• Visual servoing and robotic guidance systems  

• AMR/AGV navigation and obstacle detection  

• Collaborative robot (cobot) vision and 3D reconstruction  

Global shutter acquisition ensures distortion-free imaging during motion-critical operations.  

Enterprise & Commercial Imaging  

• Document scanning and kiosk-based imaging systems  

• Barcode decoding, OCR, and identity verification  

Provides stable image capture in structured and semi-structured lighting environments.  

Edge AI & Smart Vision Platforms  

• Embedded analytics and real-time AI inference  

• Low-light and near-infrared (850 nm / 940 nm) imaging  

• Biometrics and vein pattern recognition  

• Material sorting and inspection under NIR illumination  

Optimized for applications requiring high dynamic range and reliable NIR response.  

Motion-Critical & Scientific Imaging  

• Laboratory instrumentation and scientific data acquisition  

• High-speed motion capture and validation  

• Real-time monitoring and production diagnostics  

Enables deterministic, low-latency image transfer for synchronized systems.  

Availability  

The VAJRA-900MGS is available for evaluation and production deployment. Detailed technical documentation, configuration options, and sample requests can be accessed through our website. For pricing information, customization requirements, or design-in assistance, please contact the Vadzo Imaging team.  

About Vadzo Imaging  

Vadzo Imaging is an embedded vision engineering company focused on the design and development of high-performance camera modules and imaging platforms. The portfolio spans USB, MIPI, GigE, Wi-Fi, and high-speed SerDes-based interfaces, supporting a wide range of industrial and embedded applications.  

The company works closely with OEMs and system integrators across industrial automation, robotics, healthcare, smart mobility, and edge AI to deliver reliable, production-ready imaging solutions. Emphasis is placed on optimized sensor integration, long-term product continuity, and seamless system compatibility.  

Beyond hardware, Vadzo provides comprehensive engineering support including ISP tuning, firmware development, customization services, and software tools to accelerate design cycles and simplify integration into complex systems.  

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