
MKS Instruments, a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, has announced the Ophir SupIR family of compact infrared lenses, designed for use in 10–12-µm-pixel-size uncooled cameras, at EUROSATORY 2018. The new collection includes 11 lenses optimized to meet reduced size, weight and power (SWaP) standards. They deliver high MTF and range from 2.4 mm f/1.0 athermalized fixed focus to the new LightIR 15–75mm f/1.2 motorized continuous zoom, with fields of view (FOV) from 91.9 to 2.4 degrees. The lenses work with a variety of camera formats, including VGA, QVGA and XGA. They are targeted for use in air, marine and land applications, such as unmanned aerial systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), perimeter surveillance, handheld devices and drones.