SG8-IMX678C-MIPI Camera
SG8-IMX678C-MIPI has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. Its product page has been taken down from the SENSING website, so purchase links are no longer provided here.
This documentation stays online as technical reference for existing deployments. For new designs or replacement recommendations, please contact SENSING technical support.
Overview
The SG8-IMX678C-MIPI-HXXX camera features the SONY IMX678 CMOS image sensor with 8.29MP resolution. This high-performance camera delivers 4K (3840×2160) resolution at up to 60fps with HDR support. Pre-focused with an M12 lens and compatible with various SOC platforms, it's ideal for advanced imaging applications.
Technical Specifications
Key Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | SONY 8.29MP IMX678 RGGB |
| ISP | N/A |
| Image Size | 1/1.8 inch CMOS |
| Output Resolution | 3840H×2160V (4K) |
| Frame Rate | Up to 60 fps |
| Pixel Size | 2μm |
| HDR Support | Yes |
| Output Format | MIPI/RAW@10bit/12bit |
| Power Supply | 3.3V |
| Current | < 300mA @3.3VDC |
| Interface | FPC |
| Connector | FH67-30S-0.5SV |
| Operating Temp. | -30°C ~ 85°C |
| Dimensions | W: 20mm, L: 35mm, H: 25mm |
| Weight | < 50g |
Physical Dimensions
Hardware Integration
System Architecture
I2C Address Configuration
| Component | I2C Address |
|---|---|
| EEPROM | 0xA0 (8-bit address) |
| Sensor | 0x34 (8-bit address) |
Connector Pin Definitions
| PIN | Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E2PPROM-WP | INPUT:3.3V/1.8V | EEPROM write protection L: Write disable; H: Writable |
| 2 | / | NC | Not Connected |
| 3 | / | NC | Not Connected |
| 4 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 5 | XHS | I/O:1.8V | Horizontal synchronizing |
| 6 | XVS | I/O:1.8V | Vertical synchronization |
| 7 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 8 | D1_N | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 1 (Negative) |
| 9 | D1_P | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 1 (Positive) |
| 10 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 11 | D2_N | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 2 (Negative) |
| 12 | D2_P | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 2 (Positive) |
| 13 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 14 | CLK_N | OUTPUT | MIPI Clock (Negative) |
| 15 | CLK_P | OUTPUT | MIPI Clock (Positive) |
| 16 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 17 | D3_N | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 3 (Negative) |
| 18 | D3_P | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 3 (Positive) |
| 19 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 20 | D4_N | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 4 (Negative) |
| 21 | D4_P | OUTPUT | MIPI Data Lane 4 (Positive) |
| 22 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 23 | SENSOR-RESETn | INPUT:1.8V/3.3V | Camera reset signal 1: WORK 0: RESET |
| 24 | CAM-CLK | INPUT | Clock signal input (24MHz) Module has internal 24MHz oscillator |
| 25 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 26 | CAM-SCL | I/O:3.3V | I2C Clock (Internal pull-up 10K) |
| 27 | CAM-SDA | I/O:3.3V | I2C Data (Internal pull-up 10K) |
| 28 | GND | POWER | Ground |
| 29 | VCC-3.3V | POWER | 3.3V Power Supply |
| 30 | VCC-3.3V | POWER | 3.3V Power Supply |
Power-Up Sequence
The SG8-IMX678C-MIPI camera has minimal power-up sequence requirements. Simply ensure that the RESET signal is asserted after power supplies are stable.
Lens Options
Installation Guide
Quick Setup Procedure
- Connect the FPC cable to the camera module
- Mount the camera onto the Jetson Orin Nano/NX Developer Kit
- Power on the system and configure software drivers
Software & Driver Support
Driver Repository
Access the latest camera drivers from our GitHub repository:
Driver Downloads
- Select the appropriate driver package based on your JetPack version
- Copy the full link address to DownGit to download the package
- Follow the installation instructions included in the package
| # | JetPack Version | Compatible Platform | Download Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JP6.1 (L4T R36.4) | Jetson Orin Nano/NX Devkit | Download |
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 SG8-IMX678C-MIPI supports two FPC cable types for different connection requirements:
| Cable Type | Part Number | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| 22-Pin FPC | 339901-0010 | 0.5mm Pitch |
| 15-Pin FPC | 339901-0011 | 1.0mm Pitch |