WEST COAST AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE iX CAMERAS LINE OF HIGH-SPEED VIDEO CAMERAS
iX Cameras i-SPEED 203
The compact & economical high-speed imaging solution for science, sports & industry.
Streamlined high-speed,
high performance & high sensitivity.
The new i-SPEED® 203 is the latest addition to iX Cameras i-SPEED 2 Series of high-speed video cameras. This camera adds a new dimension to the i-SPEED 2 Series – incorporating the i-SPEED Software Suite 2.0 applications and compatibility to synchronize with the i-SPEED 5 and 7 Series ultra high-speed video cameras for multiple camera angles, frame rates and a variety of high-speed imaging results to maximize your research.
Featuring a custom 1280 x 864 CMOS sensor, 2,500 to 225,000 fps recording and mono 6400/color 5000 sensitivities – the 203 is a budget-friendly, compact, lightweight, high-performance high-speed video camera ideal for R&D, impact testing, manufacturing, sports, scientific research and more.
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The i-SPEED 203 replaces the discontinued i-SPEED 230 – both have similar features & specifications.
The i-SPEED 230 featured a battery and was controlled with i-SPEED 230 Control software.
i-SPEED 203 Features
- 2.76GP/s throughput
- 2,500 fps @ 1280 x 864
- 1.1 Megapixels
- Pixel size 13.7 μm
- Maximum frame rate – 225,000 fps
- Mono 6400 – ISO Expandable to 12800
- Color 5000 – ISO Expandable to 10000
- Global electronic shutter – 1 μs
- Spectral bandwidth – 420–700 nm
- 8GB or 16GB Storage
- Compatible with C mount & Nikon F mount lenses
- i-SPEED Software Suite 2.0 (standard & premium bundles)
- Xcitex ProAnalyst® motion analysis software
- Synchronize with i-SPEED 5 & 7 Series cameras
- GenICam compliant
- Dimensions (WHL): 2.6 x 2.6 x 4.7 inches
i-SPEED® JBOX
iX Cameras i-SPEED® JBOX delivers the ultimate cable management solution to simplify and control multi-camera setups. Easily connect and control any combination of up to four i-SPEED 203, i-SPEED 5 Series and i-SPEED 7 Series ultra high-speed video cameras to get the job done right.
Learn More
iX Cameras i-SPEED 203 Product Brochure
Download the iX Cameras i-SPEED 203 brochure – PDF format, 12 pages.
At a Glance
Streamlined High-Speed & High Performance
2.76GP/s throughput
2,500 fps @ 1280 x 864
225,000 fps max frame rate
1 μs to 1 s global electronic shutter
Mono & Color
i-SPEED 2 In Action
Mouse trap catch releasing hold down bar & hammer:
Frame Rate: approximately 5,000 fps
Lens: Nikon 50mm
Aperture: ƒ/5.6
Exposure: 4 µs
Distance: 30 inches from subject
FOV: 4 inches
Memory up to 16GB
More memory is ideal for long recordings and when using multiple buffers for your research. The internal memory may be allocated as a single buffer or divided up to 16 separate buffers, allowing for multiple recordings without pausing to save between recording sessions. More is better.
The i-SPEED 203 can be configured with 8GB or 16GB of memory.
The discontinued i-SPEED 230 features similar frame rates, resolutions and recording times.
Additional resolutions & speeds available on request.
Tech Specs
Specifications current as of July 2024 and are subject to change.
i-SPEED 203
MONO & COLOR
Imager
Sensor Type
Sensor Resolution
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
1.1
million
Sensor Size
17.53 x 11.83 mm
Sensor Diagonal
21.15 mm
Pixel Size
13.7 µm
Bit Depth
8-bit
Sensitivity (gain)
Mono
6400
ISO Expandable to 128000
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Color
5000
ISO Expandable to 10000
Amplification (digital gain)
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Frame Rate @ Full Resolution
2,500
fps
Maximum Frame Rate
225,000
fps
Shutter Type
Global electronic shutter
Shutter Time
1 µs
Spectral Bandwidth
420–700
nanometers
Synchronization & Capture
Trigger
External signal/switch triggering
Trigger Modes
Video trigger, burst trigger mode
IRIG Sync
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Internal Memory (RAM)
i-SPEED 203
8GB or 16GB
Memory Segments
—
Video Formats
IXV, AVI (compressed or uncompressed)
IXV format is a proprietary iX Cameras video format allowing greater control over bit depth & processing;
readable with i-SPEED 2.0 Viewer only.
Image Sequence Formats
JPG, RAW, TIF
Ethernet
1Gb/s
Power Consumption
17W max
Remote Control
via supplied software
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (WHL)
2.6 x 2.6 x 4.7 inches (65 x 65 x 120 mm)
Weight (without lens)
1.1 lb (500 g)
Input Voltage
Lens Mount
C mount & Nikon F & G mount
Mounting
1/4–20
Operating Temperature
41˚ to 122° F (5˚ to 50° C)
Connectivity
IRIG
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Network
1Gb Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector)
Power Input
LEMO 5-Pin female connector
Input/Output
LEMO 16-Pin female connector
Purchasing Options
Sensor
MONO
COLOR
Mono or Color
Internal Memory (RAM)
i-SPEED 203
8GB or 16GB
Package Type
—
Warranty
one-year limited warranty
What are you waiting for?
Press the button already or call 1-888-43HADLAND (1-888-434-2352) to get your compact high-speed, high resolution i-SPEED 2 (or at least find out more information).