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SG12-IMX577C-MIPI Camera

Overview

The SG12-IMX577C-MIPI camera module features Sony's high-performance 12MP IMX577 CMOS image sensor. This compact camera delivers exceptional image quality with high resolution and supports various system-on-chip (SOC) platforms, making it ideal for a wide range of industrial and embedded vision applications.

SG12-IMX577C-MIPI

Technical Specifications

Key Features

ParameterValue
SensorSony 12MP IMX577 RGGB
ISP/
Chip size7.564 mm (H) × 5.476 mm (V)
Image Size1/2.3 inch CMOS
Output Pixels4056 (H) × 3040 (V)
Frame rate• Full resolution raw10 @60fps
• Full resolution raw12 @40fps
• Up to 240fps (raw10, 1080P)
Pixel Size1.55μm × 1.55μm
HDR SupportYes
Output dataMIPI/RAW@10bit/12bit
Power Supply3.3V
Current< 300mA @3.3VDC
Camera interfaceFPC
ConnectorFH67-30S-0.5SV
Operating temp.-20°C to +75°C
Performance temp.-20°C to +60°C
DimensionsW: 20mm, L: 35mm, H: 25mm
Weight< 50g

Physical Dimensions

SG12-IMX577C-MIPI Dimensions

Lens Options

ModelHFOVVFOVF.NoEFLMax Optical DistortionLens Mount
SG12-IMX577C-MIPI-H60K61°45°F2.16mm-19.5%M12*P0.5
SG12-IMX577C-MIPI-H90J89°72°F2.63.25mm-3%M12

Hardware Integration

System Architecture

SG12-IMX577C-MIPI Block Diagram

I2C Address Configuration

ComponentI2C Address
EEPROM0xA0 (8-bit address)
Sensor0x34 (8-bit address)

Connector Pin Definitions

NOPin NameTypeDescription
1E2PPROM-WPINPUT:3.3VWrite protection for E2PROM
L: to disable writing; H: indicates
2FSTROBEOUTPUT:1.8VTrigger output
3/
4GNDPOWER
5GPOOUTPUT:1.8VReserved output
6XVSI/O:1.8VUsed as a vertical synchronization signal in dual sensor applications
7GNDPOWER
8D1_NOUTPUTMIPI
9D1_POUTPUTMIPI
10GNDPOWER
11D2_NOUTPUTMIPI
12D2_POUTPUTMIPI
13GNDPOWER
14CLK_NOUTPUTMIPI
15CLK_POUTPUTMIPI
16GNDPOWER
17D3_NOUTPUTMIPI
18D3_POUTPUTMIPI
19GNDPOWER
20D4_NOUTPUTMIPI
21D4_POUTPUTMIPI
22GNDPOWER
23SENSOR-RESETnINPUT:1.8VSensor reset signal
24CAM-CLKClock signalClock signal input (module default built-in crystal oscillator)
25GNDPOWER
26CAM-SCLI/O:3.3VPull up 10K (address: 7'HA or 0X1A)
27CAM-SDAI/O:3.3VPull up 10K (address: 7'HA or 0X1A)
28GNDPOWER
29VCC-3.3VPOWER
30VCC-3.3VPOWER

Power-Up Sequence

Power Sequence Diagram
Power-Up Requirements

The SG12-IMX577C-MIPI camera has minimal power-up sequence requirements. Simply ensure that the RESET signal is asserted after power supplies are stable.

Installation Guide

Quick Setup Procedure

Installation Steps
  1. Connect the FPC cable to the camera
  2. Mount the camera onto the Jetson Orin Nano/NX Developer Kit
  3. Power on the system and configure software drivers
Camera Installation on Jetson

Software & Driver Support

Driver Repository

Access the latest camera drivers from our GitHub repository:

Driver Downloads

Driver Installation
  1. Select the appropriate driver package based on your JetPack version
  2. Copy the full link address to DownGit to download the package
  3. Follow the installation instructions included in the package
#JetPack VersionCompatible PlatformDownload Link
1JP5.1.2 (L4T R35.4.1)Jetson Orin Nano/NX DevkitDownload
2JP6.1 (L4T R36.4)Jetson Orin Nano/NX DevkitDownload
JetPack Information

NVIDIA JetPack is the official SDK for Jetson development boards, including OS, drivers, CUDA, cuDNN, TensorRT, and development tools. JetPack versions correspond to specific L4T (Linux for Tegra) releases:

  • JetPack 6.2: L4T R36.4.3
  • JetPack 6.1: L4T R36.4
  • JetPack 6.0: L4T R36.3
  • JetPack 5.1.2: L4T R35.4.1

For more information, visit NVIDIA's Jetson Download Center.

Accessories

FPC Cable Options

The SG12-IMX577C-MIPI supports two FPC cable types for different connection requirements:

FPC Cable Options
Cable TypePart NumberSpecification
22-Pin FPC339901-00100.5mm Pitch
15-Pin FPC339901-00111.0mm Pitch