SUPERIOR OPTICS · CHINA-BASED LENS MANUFACTURER

Optical Lenses Manufacturers for Security and Industrial Imaging

Optical lenses manufacturers design and produce lens assemblies that focus light onto imaging sensors. SUPERIOR Optics is a China-based manufacturer offering standard and custom lenses for camera OEM projects, industrial equipment, and distribution. Our range covers CCTV, M12, machine vision, line scan, telecentric, SWIR, pinhole, and fisheye imaging needs.

Select a standard lens or share your sensor, imaging requirements and mechanical constraints for a project review.

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Optics for security & industrial imaging

LENS PORTFOLIO

Find the Optics for Your Imaging Task

Compare lens families by sensor coverage, working distance, wavelength, field of view and installation requirements.

CCTV Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

C / CS mount

CCTV Lenses

Security imaging, sensor matching and day-night compatibility.

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Machine Vision Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

Industrial imaging

Machine Vision Lenses

Working distance, image coverage and inspection detail.

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Line Scan Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

Web inspection

Line Scan Lenses

Sensor length, magnification and continuous inspection.

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Telecentric Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

Measurement optics

Telecentric Lenses

Perspective control for dimensional measurement.

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SWIR Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

Spectral imaging

SWIR Lenses

Wavelength, transmission and InGaAs sensor matching.

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Pinhole Lenses product example from SUPERIOR catalog

Compact viewing

Pinhole Lenses

Lens geometry for restricted viewing openings.

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Panoramic coverage

Fisheye Lenses

Wide coverage, projection and panoramic imaging.

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Key Features & Advantages

  • Standard & custom optionsStart with an existing lens, then review modifications or a custom design.
  • Selection around your sensorReview image circle, pixel size, wavelength and mechanical fit together.
  • Evaluation before productionDefine sample acceptance criteria before approving the production specification.
  • B2B project focusDiscuss volume, technical documentation, packaging and delivery requirements.

APPLICATIONS & SOLUTIONS

Engineered Around the Image You Need

Identify the task first, then evaluate the lens against the complete imaging setup.

Security & Surveillance

Target coverage, illumination, sensor format and day-night operation.

Security optics

Machine Vision & Automation

Feature size, working distance, distortion and installation space.

Inspection optics

Line Scan & Web Inspection

Inspection width, sensor length, magnification and illumination.

Line scan optics

SWIR Inspection

Target spectral response, illumination and lens transmission.

SWIR optics

Embedded & Panoramic Imaging

Space, field of view, projection and sensor compatibility.

Compact optics

Have a furnace-monitoring or UAV imaging project? Share the wavelength, installation distance, thermal protection, payload and environmental requirements for a feasibility discussion.

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MANUFACTURING & QUALITY

Evaluate the Process Behind the Lens

When comparing lens manufacturing companies, look beyond the first sample. Review how specifications are defined, assembly is controlled, performance is verified and changes are handled.

  • Manufacturing scope

    Review the design, fabrication, coating, assembly and inspection stages relevant to your project.

  • Optical acceptance

    Agree on image coverage, focus, MTF, distortion and spectral performance checks where applicable.

  • Mechanical acceptance

    Confirm dimensions, interfaces, adjustment mechanisms and installation constraints.

  • Production control

    Review sample approval, drawing revisions and applicable inspection documentation.

Request current factory information, relevant inspection documentation and applicable certificates during supplier qualification. Certification scope and product compliance should be checked separately.

STANDARD · MODIFIED · CUSTOM

From Requirements to an Approved Specification

Share your sensor, wavelength, field of view, working distance and installation space before choosing a standard lens, modification or custom design.

  1. 01

    Requirements review

    Sensor, imaging task, optical targets, mechanical limits and expected volume.

  2. 02

    Selection & feasibility

    Compare a standard model, modification or custom optical design.

  3. 03

    Prototype evaluation

    Evaluate sample performance and mechanical fit against agreed criteria.

  4. 04

    Specification approval

    Confirm the configuration, drawings and acceptance limits.

  5. 05

    Production planning

    Discuss quantity, inspection, packaging and the order-specific delivery schedule.

Confirm development costs, tooling ownership, confidentiality, sample terms and change-control requirements before work begins.

LENS KNOWLEDGE

Make Your Next Lens Decision with More Clarity

Understand the parameters that affect your imaging system before requesting a quotation.

Match the Lens to Your Sensor

Review image circle, sensor dimensions, mount compatibility and chief ray angle.

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OEM PROCUREMENT FAQ

Questions Before Your First Inquiry

Clarify technical fit, sample evaluation and purchasing requirements.

What should buyers compare when evaluating optical lenses manufacturers?

Compare manufacturing scope, engineering support, optical documentation, sample performance and production controls. Ask how specifications are approved and how changes or nonconforming products are handled. Assess the lens against your sensor and application rather than general quality claims.

What information is needed for an OEM lens quotation?

Provide your application, sensor model or active dimensions, pixel size, wavelength range, field of view, working distance, mount and mechanical envelope. Include sample quantity, expected annual volume, target schedule and required documentation. A drawing or existing datasheet helps clarify the request.

Can a standard lens be modified for an OEM project?

A modification may be suitable when an existing design meets the imaging requirements but needs a different housing, interface, coating or other project-specific change. Feasibility depends on the model and requested modification. Compare a standard product, modification and custom design before committing.

What are the MOQ, sample terms and lead time?

These depend on the model, available stock, quantity, customization, materials and approval requirements. Request separate sample and production terms, including development or tooling charges. Confirm whether the quoted schedule covers manufacturing only or also inspection, shipment and delivery.

START YOUR PROJECT

Tell Us About Your Imaging Project

Whether you are a distributor, brand owner, purchasing manager or camera OEM, share a model number or describe your sensor, imaging task and expected quantity.

Prepare Your Lens Inquiry

Include a model number or the information currently available:

  • Application and sensor details
  • Field of view, working distance and wavelength
  • Sample quantity or expected annual volume
  • Delivery destination and preferred schedule
Request Your OEM or Wholesale Quote

You do not need a complete optical specification to start. Send the information currently available, along with your delivery destination and preferred schedule.