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Meet Falcon-521CRS/MRS – 5MP Low-Noise USB Cameras

Built to solve real OEM vision challenges.

Falcon-521CRS (Color) and Falcon-521MRS (Monochrome) are low-noise 5MP USB cameras powered by the Onsemi AR0521 sensor, built for embedded and industrial vision. They deliver high spatial detail and strong visible sensitivity, with enhanced near-IR response in the mono variant. The color model features on-board ISP, while the mono version provides raw output for precise control.

Designed in a compact square board format, it supports a 38mm × 38mm form factor convertible to 32mm × 32mm, available in single-board and two-board configurations for flexible integration.

Optics Flexibility Based on Application Needs

Select your required field of view and IR configuration:

Vadzo Camera Field of View

74° DFOV with IR Filter

74° DFOV without IR Filter

Custom DFOV with IR Filter

Custom DFOV without IR Filter

Specification Overview

Parameter
Technical Details (Falcon-521CRS/MRS)
Sensor
Onsemi AR0521; 5MP, 1/2.5" optical format, 2.2 µm BSI pixels with strong low-noise performance
Optics
S-Mount (M12) lens holder with fixed or configurable optics
Video Resolutions
• 5MP (2592 × 1944) @ 15 fps (YUV) • 1080p (1920 × 1080) @ 30 fps • 720p (1280 × 720) @ 60 fps
ISP Features
On-board ISP supporting Auto exposure and ROI exposure control, Auto white balance (color variant only), Color correction (color variant), Low-noise enhancement, MJPEG / YUV compression, Digital PTZ
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C with backward compatibility to USB 2.0
Compliances
UVC, NDAA, RoHS3, REACH
Pre-Compliance
FCC, CE
Software & SDK Support
Vadzo Arc software with VISPA SDK; compatible with Windows and Linux, with API support for C, C++, C#, and Python

Choose the board format that matches your product architecture:

Single Board Solution | Falcon-521CRS/MRS

Single Board Solution

Falcon-521CRS/MRS

Two Board Solution | Falcon-521CRS/MRS

Two Board Solution

Falcon-521CRS/MRS

Falcon-521CRS/MRS

What Problems Does Falcon-521CRS/MRS Solve?

Limited Video Performance in Compact Vision Systems

5MP at 60 fps delivers smooth, high-detail imaging for inspection and automation without the bandwidth load of higher-resolution 4K cameras.

Poor Low-Light Image Quality

Large 2.2 µm pixels ensure superior low-light performance with stronger signal capture, improved clarity, and reduced image noise.

Limited Image Control Flexibility

Vadzo’s VISPA SDK combined with deep hardware ISP control enables precise adjustment of exposure, focus, ROI, and color parameters.

Deployment Delays Due to Compatibility Issues

A dedicated team of Application Engineers, optics specialists, hardware & firmware experts ensure structured support from trials to mass production.

Scalability Challenges in Volume Procurement

Decade-long imaging expertise and robust SCM enable seamless scaling from samples to 100K+ units with supply continuity and cost stability.

Accelerate Integration With Vadzo

What We Actually Do

Faster Camera Integration. Fewer Iterations. Quicker Time-to-Market.

Integrating a camera into your system is not just about plugging in a module. It involves sensor alignment, optics, ISP tuning, bandwidth optimization, firmware integration, and system-level validation.​

Vadzo works alongside your engineering team to convert camera capability into deployable system performance.

Architecture First

Before development begins, we help define:

Requirement Analysis

Sensor & Optics Selection

Interface selection (USB, MIPI, GigE, GMSL, FPD-Link)

Data flow and bandwidth planning

Illumination and trigger strategy

This prevents downstream rework.

Structured Support

Before development begins, we help define:

Optics Calibrations

ISP Tuning and Optimizations

Driver and SDK Alignment

Form Fit Optimization

Use Case Specific POCs

Vadzo doesn’t just supply cameras. We engineer complete imaging subsystems that integrate cleanly into your product architecture.

Anniversary Pricing (Falcon-521CRS)

Secure volume pricing for immediate and upcoming builds:

Quantity
Standard Pricing
Anniversary Pricing
5000 Units
-
USD 69 / Per Unit
1000 Units
USD 122
USD 80 / Per Unit
500 Units
USD 145
USD 95 / Per Unit
100 Units
USD 195
USD 120 / Per Unit

*T&C Applicable. *Lens and cable not included. We shall help you identify the right lens and cable for your use case.

  • The anniversary pricing listed above applies to the Falcon-521CRS board-level camera variants only. For enclosure-based configurations, please contact Vadzo Support for a customized quotation.

  • Price Lock Guarantee: Upon placing your initial order, the quoted pricing will remain fixed for all repeat orders for a period of 48 months.

Falcon-521CRS

Anniversary Pricing  (Falcon-521MRS)

Secure volume pricing for immediate and upcoming builds:

Quantity
Standard Pricing
Anniversary Pricing
5000 Units
-
USD 60 / Per Unit
1000 Units
USD 122
USD 70 / Per Unit
500 Units
USD 145
USD 85 / Per Unit
100 Units
USD 195
USD 110 / Per Unit

*T&C Applicable. *Lens and cable not included. We shall help you identify the right lens and cable for your use case.

  • The anniversary pricing listed above applies to the Falcon-521MRS board-level camera variants only. For enclosure-based configurations, please contact Vadzo Support for a customized quotation.

  • Price Lock Guarantee: Upon placing your initial order, the quoted pricing will remain fixed for all repeat orders for a period of 48 months.

Falcon-521MRS

Best-Suited Applications for Production Deployment

Designed for High-Performance OEM Vision Systems

Video Surveillance

Video Surveillance

Biometric Systems

Biometric Systems

Ophthalmology Devices

Ophthalmology Devices

Parking Lot Management

Parking Lot Management

Microscopic Cameras

Microscopic Cameras

Our Software Suite for UVC Cameras

Vadzo ARC is a software suite designed for seamless integration and control of USB Video Class (UVC) cameras. It provides precise camera configuration, real-time imaging adjustments, and firmware update management for Windows, Linux and Android platforms. The SDK ensures reliable performance with features like Region of Interest (ROI) configuration, Smart GPIO control, and fail-safe firmware updates.

Vadzo ARC Software | VISPA ARC SDK: UVC Camera Control and Integration

Vadzo ARC Software

VISPA ARC SDK: UVC Camera Control and Integration

VISPA ARC SDK enables camera control, video streaming, and hardware management for Vadzo USB cameras on Windows and Android. It supports autofocus, still capture, ROI, image flip, SMART IO, and secure updates. Windows includes DLL support, while Android SDK ensures seamless integration with Falcon and Merlin cameras.

Windows

Android

Linux

Other Flagship Cameras

Production-ready flagship camera modules eligible under the Vadzo Anniversary Offer for scalable builds and lifetime price lock.

Interested in Availing the Anniversary Offer?

Secure anniversary pricing for Falcon-521CRS/MRS and lock in long-term cost advantages for your production roadmap.

Anniversary pricing applicable on board variants.

48-Month Price Lock on repeat orders.

Scalable from pilot to volume production.

Special Pricing request for enclosure option.

Request for HW/FW customizations.

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