Ximea xiSpec hyperspectral Cameras

The xiSpec ultra-compact hyperspectral cameras from Ximea are designed for both snapshot mosaic and line-scan imaging, delivering precise spectral data in a miniature and robust form factor. Designed to be the smallest in class and weighing a mere 32 g the cameras combine extreme low power consumption and acquisition of hyperspectral imaging (HSI) raw data at very high frames per second.

Operating across a 460–960 nm wavelength range, the cameras provide 15 to 150 spectral bands and support high-speed data acquisition via USB3 or PCI Express, with compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, ARM, and NVIDIA Jetson platforms.

The cameras enable rapid capture of hyperspectral data for demanding applications. Their lightweight, rugged design makes them well suited to mobile and embedded systems, including drones, UAVs and handheld devices. Applications span precision agriculture, remote sensing, environmental monitoring, optical sorting and food inspection.

Key specifications include a 26.4 × 26.4 × 31 mm housing weighing just 32 g, and up to 150 spectral channels in a single unit. Integrated Fabry Perot filters on CMOS pixels minimise stray light, while selectable wavelength options between 470 and 960 nm provide flexibility. Frame rates reach up to 170 fps (USB3) or 340 fps (PCIe), with data throughput up to 10 Gb/s supporting high spatial and spectral resolution. Additional features include programmable opto-isolated I/O for synchronisation, an intuitive API, C- to CS-mount compatibility, and multiple sensor options with customisation available. A durable full-metal enclosure and strong price-to-performance ratio further enhance the series.

xiSpec hyperspectral miniature cameras are available through Scitech Pty Ltd.