TROY, Michigan, USA, August 2023, 8 (local time) – Orbbec, the industry leader in 17D vision systems, is introducing a new technology based on indirect time-of-flight (iToF) technology featured in HoloLens 3. We have announced our lineup of depth sensing cameras.This is a joint development with Microsoft.Femto Bolt""Femto Mega""Femto Mega IThere are three types of ToF cameras available.
The use of these cameras is attracting attention as it will further expand the use of 3D vision in various industries such as logistics, robotics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and fitness.
In this article, we will introduce “Femto Bolt'と"Femto Mega II will introduce.
*This article is based on the following information, including Orbbec's Int The News.
Orbbec announces family of products based on Microsoft iToF Depth Technology
https://www.orbbec.com/news/orbbec-announces-family-of-products-based-on-microsoft-itof-depth-technology/
Broadening the Application and Accessibility of 3D Vision
https://www.orbbec.com/microsoft-collaboration/
table of contents
Main points common to the three products
- Partnership with MicrosoftByAzure Kinect DK and Hololens technology
- Developers can easily migrate existing applications to Orbbec cameras using the provided API bridge
- Depth camera with 1 megapixel ToF sensor
- Achieves high accuracy over a wide field of view of 120° and a wide range of 0.25 m to 5.5 m
- Inertial measurement unit with 6 degrees of freedom to accurately track and measure the pose and movement of objects
New lineup – Femto Bolt
Compact form factor ideal for commercial deployments.Femto Boltis equipped with an RGB camera with HDR function, allowing you to obtain high-quality data.Also like the Azure Kinect Developer Kit, this camera easily connects to a computer or other host device via USB-C.With this single cable, you can smoothly supply power and exchange data.
*This is the closest product to the Azure Kinect Developer Kit.
*Femto Bolt is currently accepting reservations (as of September 2023).
We have been informed by the manufacturer that they will be testing the product around October, so sales are expected to start from November onwards.We will update the manufacturer's shipping status on this page.
We currently have it in stock, so it will be delivered immediately.
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Recommended uses for Femto Bolt
A 6-axis IMU corrects the camera's position information and maintains depth data accuracy even when the camera moves.It can be used in a wide range of fields such as augmented reality, security cameras, smart logistics, industrial automation, and rehabilitation.
Main features of Femto Bolt
- Available as an alternative to Azure Kinect Developer Kit
- High resolution (4K) RGB camera with HDR for a more realistic visual experience
- USB Type-C for power and data
- Multi-sensor network compatible, precise synchronized trigger control
Main specifications of Femto Bolt
- Depth Technology: ToF (Time of Flight)
- Depth Range: 0.25-5.46 (depending on depth mode)
- Depth FOV: H 120°V 120°(WFoV)
- RGB FOV: H 80° V 51°
- Depth Resolution Framerate: Up to 1024×1024@15fps (WFO), 640×576@30fps (NFOV)
- RGB Resolution Framerate: Up to 3840×2160@25fps
- Data Connection: USB 3.0 Type-C
- Dimension: 115x40x65mm
*Specification detailsThis (maker page).
Comparison of “Azure Kinect DK” and “Femto Bolt”
Orbbec product depth cameras using Microsoft's iToF technology have identical operating modes and performance.
The following table summarizes the differences in specifications.For other performance comparisons,Manufacturer WEB site of"Compare the Cameras"Please refer to.
depth processing | Azure Kinect DK | Femto Bolt |
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Processing from RAW to depth | External, host PC | External, host PC |
Color camera characteristics | ||
Pixel pitch | 1.25 um | 1.45 um |
Sensor Size | 5.120×3.132 mm | 5.568×3.840mm |
F number | 2.2 | 2.7 |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 16:9 |
Color camera operating modes | ||
3840 × 2160 | 5/15/30fps MJPEG | 5/15/25fps MJPEG/YUY2/H.264/H.265 |
1280 × 960 | N/A | 5/15/25/30fps MJPEG/YUY2/H.264/H.265 |
4096 × 3072 | 5/15fps MJPEG | N/A |
2048 × 1536 | 5/15/30fps MJPEG | N/A |
Depth frame sync | ||
Fsync connector | 2x 3.5mm audio jack | 1x 8-pin flat pin |
Fsync in | SYNC_IN | Pin #3 |
Fsync out | SYNC_OUT | Pin #6 |
Properties | ||
I/O Connectivity |
– USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector |
– USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector |
Operating Environment | 10°C – 25°C, 8-90% (non-condensing) RH, Indoor/Semi-Outdoor | 10°C – 25°C, 8-90% (non-condensing) RH |
Power | 5.9 W max | 4.35W avg |
Dimention | 126 x 39 x 103 mm | 115x40x65mm |
Weight | 440g | 335g |
For more information, please refer to the following article:Please note that specifications are subject to change without notice.
Femto Mega
Industry-leading high-resolution smart camera announced in January 2023 Femto Mega. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Nano, it converts raw data into depth images without any external devices. It also supports PoE and USB-C connectivity, allowing you to run AI models on your device.Mainly suitable for industrial applications.
For details, please refer to the article below.
New lineup – Femto Mega I
Femto Mega I is a rugged intelligent 3D camera that can be used in harsh environments such as warehouses and factories. It has IP65 waterproof and dustproof performance.It can be easily connected with a general-purpose Ethernet hub and a standard cable, allowing you to build a network with multiple cameras and sensors.The provided SDK and API make it easy to integrate into various applications.
When using the conventional Azure Kinect DK for industrial purposes, it was necessary to separately manufacture a cover, but with Femto Mega I, you can immediately deploy it for industrial use.
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2) Application: What fields and purposes is it used?
3) Forecast: Planned annual (or monthly) number of units
Recommended uses for Femto Mega I
It supports applications that require accurate distance and position measurements in the fields of logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing, such as loading and unloading, picking, the process of removing packages and products from pallets (Depalletization), and dimensioning. .
Main features of Femto Mega I
- High resolution (4K) RGB camera with HDR for a more realistic visual experience
- IP65 dustproof and waterproof performance
- Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Nano, no computer connection required
- Industrial grade with PoE (Power over Ethernet) and industrial M12 connector
- Multi-sensor network compatible, precise synchronized trigger control
Main specifications of Femto Mega I
- Depth Technology: ToF (Time of Flight)
- Depth Range: 0.25-3.86 (depending on depth mode)
- Depth FOV: H 120°V 120°(WFoV)
- RGB FOV: H 80° V 51°
- Depth Resolution Framerate: Up to 1024×1024@15fps (WFO), 640×576@30fps (NFOV)
- RGB Resolution Framerate: Up to 3840×2160@25fps
- Data Connection: Ethernet (M12 x-coding connector 8pin)
- Power Input: PoE+/DC 12-24V
- Dimension: 180x50x110mm
*Specification detailsThis (maker page).
For inquiries about Orbbec products, please contact Unipos
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■ Click here for product details and inquiries Orbbec Femto series | ToF depth camera equipped with 6-axis IMU and capable of synchronizing multiple units Manufacturer (Orbbec 3D Tech. Intl. Inc) website |