HIKROBOT MV-CA013-20GC — Area Scan Cameras
1.3 MP, PYTHON1300, GigE, Color, 90 fps

The MV-CA013-20GC is the color GigE variant of the PYTHON1300 sensor, matching its mono sibling’s speed class at 90 fps and 1280×1024. It supports formats such as RGB8 and YUV422 through a Bayer RG color pattern, with exposure time starting at 62 μs rather than the mono version’s 38 μs due to color processing. SNR (39.8 dB) and dynamic range (59.6 dB) are unchanged; the model falls under Delisting Preparation.
The Bayer RG color pattern and multi-format pixel support let color images be processed directly in the MVS client or third-party software. 12 VDC/PoE power support and the same 6-pin Hirose I/O set (one opto-isolated input, one opto-isolated output, one bi-directional line) are retained, along with hardware/software triggering and up to 128 MB of local memory. GigE Vision V2.0 and GenICam compliance provide broad software integration.
Specifications
| CA Series — Area Scan | |
|---|---|
| Model | MV-CA013-20GC |
| Performance | |
| Sensor type | CMOS, global shutter |
| Sensor model | OnSemi PYTHON1300 |
| Pixel size | 4.8 μm × 4.8 μm |
| Sensor size | 1/2″ |
| Resolution | 1280 × 1024 |
| Max. frame rate | 90 fps @ 1280 × 1024 |
| Dynamic range | 59.6 dB |
| SNR | 39.8 dB |
| Gain | 0 dB to 15 dB |
| Exposure time | 62 μs to 10 sec |
| Exposure mode | Off/Once/Continuous exposure mode |
| Mono | Color |
| Pixel format | Mono 8/10/12, Bayer RG 8/10/10p/12/12p, YUV422Packed, YUV422_YUYV_Packed, RGB 8 |
| Binning | Supports 1 × 1, 1 × 2, 2 × 1, 1 × 4, 4 × 1, 2 × 2, 2 × 4, 4 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Decimation | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2 |
| Reverse image | Supports horizontal and vertical reverse image output |
| Image buffer | 128 MB |
| Electrical feature | |
| Data interface | Gigabit Ethernet, compatible with Fast Ethernet |
| Digital I/O | 6-pin Hirose connector provides power and I/O, including opto-isolated input × 1 (Line 0), opto-isolated output × 1 (Line 1), bi-directional non-isolated I/O × 1 (Line 2). |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, supports PoE |
| Power consumption | Typ. 2.7 W @ 12 VDC |
| Mechanical | |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Dimension | 29 mm × 29 mm × 42 mm (1.1″ × 1.1″ × 1.7″) |
| Weight | Approx. 68 g (0.15 lb.) |
| Ingress protection | IP30 (under proper lens installation and wiring) |
| Temperature | Working temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) Storage temperature: –30 °C to 70 °C (–22 °F to 158 °F) |
| Humidity | 20% RH to 80% RH (no condensation) |
| General | |
| Client software | MVS or third-party software meeting with GigE Vision Protocol |
| Operating system | 32/64-bit Windows 7/10, 32/64-bit Linux |
| Compatibility | GigE Vision V2.0, GenICam |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| HIKROBOT part no. | SM000025439 |
| Status | Being discontinued |
Key features
- Adopts GigE interface and max. transmission distance of 100 meters without relay.
- Supports auto and manual adjustment for exposure control, LUT, Gamma correction, etc.
- Up to 128 MB local memory for burst transmission and retransmission.
- Supports hardware trigger, software trigger, etc.
- Compatible with GigE Vision Protocol V2.0, GenICam Standard, and third-party software based on protocol and standard.
Where it is used
Combining high resolution with color imaging suits applications needing detailed color inspection, such as print/label checks and verifying colored markings on electronic boards. A 90 fps rate lets these detailed color checks run in real time on moderate-speed lines. It can be chosen for sorting tasks where color and shape must be assessed together.
Suitability depends on working distance, field of view, target characteristics and positioning. Selection is assessed on a per-project basis.
Is this camera right for your application?
Let us determine resolution, interface, lens and illumination together, based on your application. FST is HIKROBOT’s distributor in Türkiye; product selection, commissioning and after-sales support all come from one source.
The data herein may vary based on the environment, objects and other various factors, and HIKROBOT shall not assume the consequences arising therefrom.
Source: HIKROBOT product data
