Low Light

Canon MS-500 SPAD Camera — Ultra-High-Sensitivity Imaging

The Canon MS-500 SPAD Camera is an ultra-high-sensitivity, low-light camera designed for long-range color imaging in extremely low illumination. Built around Canon’s 1-inch SPAD sensor with approximately 3.2 million pixels, the MS-500 enables specialized surveillance and observation applications where conventional imaging systems face significant limitations.

Key Imaging Capabilities

• 1-inch SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diode) imaging sensor.
• Approximately 3.2 million pixels for high-sensitivity imaging.
• Color imaging capability in extremely low-light environments.
• Canon B4 lens mount supporting compatible broadcast lenses.
• Designed for long-range observation and specialized imaging applications.

Applications

The Canon MS-500 supports applications involving nighttime observation, long-range surveillance, critical infrastructure monitoring, maritime operations, and specialized government or industrial imaging requirements. Actual system performance depends on the lens, illumination, environmental conditions, and overall system configuration.