Industrial Streaming Camera collection

Industrial Streaming Camera

VA Imaging supplies industrial streaming cameras in the UK for OEM products, embedded systems, robotics and industrial monitoring. We serve customers all over the United Kingdom with UVC, IP and MIPI CSI-2 camera options for USB, Ethernet and direct embedded integration.

Use this collection to compare camera interfaces, resolution, frame rate, shutter type and lens configuration. The available models are intended for engineers, equipment manufacturers, system integrators and research teams that require dependable continuous video within an industrial or embedded system.

Industrial Streaming Cameras products

UVC Streaming Cameras for USB Integration

UVC streaming cameras provide USB-based video for compatible computers, development platforms and OEM equipment.

A UVC camera can be a practical choice when the design requires direct USB connectivity without routing video through an Ethernet network. This makes UVC relevant to operator-view systems, development equipment, embedded platforms and machines that need a continuous video feed.

Before selecting a UVC camera, consider:

  • Available USB connection and bandwidth
  • Required resolution and frame rate
  • Host operating system
  • Software compatibility
  • Required cable length
  • Camera and lens dimensions
  • Mounting arrangement

The available UVC range includes different resolutions, frame rates, shutter types and mechanical configurations. These include board-level, M12 and C/CS-mount options, depending on the selected model.

IP Streaming Cameras for Ethernet Video

IP streaming cameras transmit video over Ethernet for networked monitoring, remote viewing and applications that benefit from longer cable runs.

An IP camera is useful when video must travel through an existing network or be accessed from another part of a building or system. Typical uses include equipment observation, process monitoring, networked machinery and distributed camera installations.

When comparing industrial IP cameras, check:

  • Supported video formats
  • Resolution and frame rate
  • Network bandwidth
  • Power requirements
  • Software compatibility
  • Required cable distance
  • Access and network configuration

Depending on the model, compressed formats such as H.264, H.265 or MJPEG can reduce the amount of data required for continuous video transmission.

MIPI CSI-2 Cameras for Embedded OEM Systems

MIPI CSI-2 cameras connect directly to compatible embedded processors, making them suitable for compact OEM products and board-level systems.

This interface can be considered when the design prioritises compact integration, minimal cabling and direct communication between the camera and processor. The current VA Imaging collection includes a MIPI camera option for Raspberry Pi-based applications.

MIPI CSI-2 integration is more dependent on the selected hardware platform than standard USB or Ethernet video. Before selecting a MIPI camera, confirm:

  • Processor or development board
  • Operating system
  • Camera connector
  • Available drivers
  • Mechanical layout
  • Required resolution and frame rate
  • Lens and focusing requirements

Compatibility should be confirmed for the exact camera, processor and software configuration used in the final system.

UVC vs IP vs MIPI CSI-2: Which Interface Fits?

UVC, IP and MIPI CSI-2 suit different system architectures, so the best interface depends on the host platform and required connection.

Interface Connection Common use Main consideration
UVC USB PCs, displays and embedded platforms Bandwidth and software compatibility
IP Ethernet Network monitoring and remote video Network capacity and video format
MIPI CSI-2 Direct processor connection Compact embedded and OEM systems Processor, driver and connector compatibility

Choose UVC for USB video, IP for network transmission and MIPI CSI-2 for direct embedded integration. The correct interface should fit the complete hardware and software architecture.

Key Specifications for Industrial Video Streaming

The key specifications for industrial video streaming are resolution, frame rate, shutter type, lens configuration and interface bandwidth.

Image Resolution

Image resolution determines how much detail the streaming camera can display.

A higher resolution may be necessary when small features must remain visible or when a wide scene must be shown clearly. However, increasing the resolution also increases the amount of image data that the system must transfer, display or store.

Frame Rate

Frame rate determines how many video frames the camera captures each second.

A higher frame rate produces smoother motion and can make rapidly changing scenes easier to observe. The required frame rate depends on the speed of the subject, the purpose of the video and the available interface bandwidth.

Global or Rolling Shutter

The shutter type determines how movement is recorded within each frame.

A global shutter exposes the complete image at the same moment, helping to minimise distortion when objects are moving. A rolling shutter records the image progressively and may be suitable for stationary subjects, slower movement and general monitoring applications.

Lens Configuration

The lens configuration determines the camera’s field of view, working distance and visible level of detail.

Available configurations within the collection include:

• Board-level cameras• Compact M12 lenses• Autofocus options• C-mount or CS-mount cameras• Fixed-lens systems

Select the camera and lens together because the sensor size, focal length, working distance and required field of view are closely connected.

Video Compression

Video compression reduces the amount of data required to transmit or store continuous video.

Depending on the camera, formats such as H.264, H.265 or MJPEG may be available. The correct format depends on bandwidth, image quality, latency, processing capacity and software compatibility. Check the specifications of the individual model before making a final selection.

Why do industrial streaming cameras use compression?

Industrial streaming cameras are used in OEM devices, robotics, process monitoring, operator-view systems and embedded equipment.

Common applications include:

  • Live operator views inside machines
  • Process and production monitoring
  • Equipment observation
  • Robotics and automation
  • Embedded products
  • OEM instruments
  • Laboratory and medical devices
  • Research and development systems
  • Remote equipment viewing

In these applications, the objective is normally dependable technical video rather than consumer livestreaming. The camera must fit the host system, enclosure, software environment and optical requirements of the final product.

Industrial Streaming Cameras vs Machine Vision Cameras

Industrial streaming cameras are designed for continuous video, while machine vision cameras are designed for controlled image acquisition and analysis.

An industrial streaming camera is usually the better choice when the system requires live viewing, continuous recording, operator visibility, equipment monitoring or remote observation. It can also be integrated into an embedded or networked device where a dependable video feed is more important than precisely timed image capture.

A conventional machine vision camera is more suitable when the application depends on hardware triggering, precise camera synchronisation, automated inspection, measurement or deterministic image acquisition. These systems may also require uncompressed image data for reliable analysis and processing.

Some applications use both camera types. A streaming camera can provide a continuous operator view, while a separate machine vision camera captures controlled images for inspection or measurement.

Industrial Streaming Cameras for Customers Across the UK

VA Imaging serves industrial streaming camera customers throughout the United Kingdom.

Engineers, system integrators, equipment manufacturers and research teams across the UK can compare available models online and contact VA Imaging with their camera, lens and integration requirements. VA Imaging’s headquarters and distribution hub are located in Eindhoven, from where products are shipped worldwide.

For a more relevant recommendation, provide details about the application, preferred interface, resolution, frame rate, subject movement, host platform, field of view, working distance, installation space and expected order quantity.

These requirements help VA Imaging compare suitable models and identify possible integration issues before a camera is selected.

Find the Right Camera for Your System

Contact VA Imaging to discuss your UVC, IP or MIPI CSI-2 camera requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Industrial Streaming Cameras in the UK

  • An industrial streaming camera provides continuous video for viewing, recording, monitoring or integration into an OEM or embedded system.

  • Industrial streaming cameras are used for operator viewing, process monitoring, robotics, embedded equipment, OEM products, laboratory devices and other applications that require dependable live video.

  • Choose UVC for USB integration, IP for Ethernet-based video or MIPI CSI-2 for direct connection to a compatible embedded processor.

  • A UVC camera connects through USB, while an IP camera transmits video through an Ethernet network. The best option depends on the system layout, cable requirements and method of video access.

  • Choose a MIPI CSI-2 camera when the application requires direct integration with a compatible embedded processor or development platform.

  • Yes, industrial streaming cameras are suitable for UK OEM products when the interface, dimensions, optics and software compatibility match the product design.

  • Yes, a global-shutter camera is suitable for moving objects because it captures the entire frame at one moment and helps minimise motion distortion.

  • Yes, VA Imaging serves customers all over the United Kingdom with industrial cameras and related imaging components for OEM, automation, monitoring, robotics and research applications.

Reviews VA Imaging

  • 10
    Absolutely thrilled

    I am absolutely thrilled with the MER2-160-227U3M camera I purchased from VA-Imaging. The camera exceeds my expectations in every way. The image quality is sharp and clear, even with fast movements... I am absolutely thrilled with the MER2-160-227U3M camera I purchased from VA-Imaging. The camera exceeds my expectations in every way. The image quality is sharp and clear, even with fast movements. Installation was straightforward. VA-Imaging's customer service was also outstanding. They were very helpful in answering my questions and delivered the camera quickly and securely.

  • 8
    Cameras are a great value for money

    The cameras are a great value for money and the lenses also. The software is outdated and needs refreshing. It took me considerable amount of time to discover how to access the camera features. The cameras are a great value for money and the lenses also. The software is outdated and needs refreshing. It took me considerable amount of time to discover how to access the camera features.

  • 10
    Easy to deal with

    Its a pleasure to contact with the sales department. They are very polite and always ready to help. Our orders are always delivered on time and the communication is easy and simple. High quality pr... Its a pleasure to contact with the sales department. They are very polite and always ready to help. Our orders are always delivered on time and the communication is easy and simple. High quality products.

  • 10
    embedded camera

    We initially explored several embedded vision camera and USB3 camera options for our application. Our main priorities were compact dimensions and keeping the required software development to a mini... We initially explored several embedded vision camera and USB3 camera options for our application. Our main priorities were compact dimensions and keeping the required software development to a minimum. We selected a VEN-161 boardlevel camera. It was easy to integrate and USB3 Vision interface allowed our software team to get started quickly. The sales guy was very helpful with selecting the hardware for us. We are happy that we selected the USB3 board-level camera instead of a Mipi embedded vision camera as we didn't require now the additional driver development.

  • 10
    Excellent

    It was easy and quick process from ordering to receiving. One personal message from the team is making it even better. Thanks It was easy and quick process from ordering to receiving. One personal message from the team is making it even better. Thanks

  • 10
    Excellent quality material and attentive and reliable supplier

    In the commercial phase we had maximum support and delivery times were respected. The material is quite good with low and competitive costs. In the commercial phase we had maximum support and delivery times were respected. The material is quite good with low and competitive costs.

  • 10
    Fast cable delivery

    I had ordered a camera but forgotten to include the required cable. the cable was ordered and delivered very fast. I had ordered a camera but forgotten to include the required cable. the cable was ordered and delivered very fast.

  • 8
    Fast delivery

    Fast delivery even without paying the speed premium Fast delivery even without paying the speed premium

  • 9
    Fast Delivery and good quality!

    A very good company, I will continue to cooperate next time! A very good company, I will continue to cooperate next time!

  • 10
    Fast service

    Extremely fast service. I got the camera next day. Highly recommend the seller! Thank you! Extremely fast service. I got the camera next day. Highly recommend the seller! Thank you!

  • 8.5
    Good Experience

    Top, good experience. Very attentive and quick to respond. Product arrived in good condition. Top, good experience. Very attentive and quick to respond. Product arrived in good condition.

  • 10
    Good products and services

    Lead time are a bit long but they VA imaging is a reliable provider that simply does what it says. Each time we needed to talk to someone, we had a proper client service with real listening and the... Lead time are a bit long but they VA imaging is a reliable provider that simply does what it says. Each time we needed to talk to someone, we had a proper client service with real listening and the will to find solutions.

  • 8
    Good quality and fast delivery

    So far, all components meet expectation, it would be great, though, if 3d models for all components were available. So far, all components meet expectation, it would be great, though, if 3d models for all components were available.

  • 10
    Great

    These people know their subject. Thanks to their help, I was able to successfully complete my machine vision project. They are competent in optics and that makes the difference. Delivery and post-d... These people know their subject. Thanks to their help, I was able to successfully complete my machine vision project. They are competent in optics and that makes the difference. Delivery and post-delivery service at the highest level.

  • 9
    Great customer service, fast delivery.

    Unfortunately they could not help me finding a suitable camera+lens combination for a specific application, but they even assigned a physicist to my query. Unfortunately they could not help me finding a suitable camera+lens combination for a specific application, but they even assigned a physicist to my query.

  • 10
    Great customer support, products and prices

    I contacted GeT Cameras to help out with selecting the best camera and lens solution for me. They provided great support. I ordered with express and received the products 2 days later :) I contacted GeT Cameras to help out with selecting the best camera and lens solution for me. They provided great support. I ordered with express and received the products 2 days later :)

  • 9
    Great prices, great service, everything great

    Bought quite a few cameras from these guys, prices are great, service is great, delivery times of the hardware is also very nice. Bought quite a few cameras from these guys, prices are great, service is great, delivery times of the hardware is also very nice.

  • 10
    Great products. Excellent support.

    GeT Cameras in Germany made some photo's of our products to show the performance of their cameras and they looked perfect. Recently we purchased a camera with lens, and LED lights. We are not exper... GeT Cameras in Germany made some photo's of our products to show the performance of their cameras and they looked perfect. Recently we purchased a camera with lens, and LED lights. We are not experienced with machine vision but the installation worked out fine. After installation on our laboratory we were surprised again of the high quality of the photos and the versatility of this system. (options in Galaxy viewer and integration in Python. Recently we had an issue with the software and the customer support was able to give us the relevant information to fix it within one day. The next time we need a camera we will not be looking to other suppliers but contact GeT Cameras immediately.

  • 10
    Great service

    I needed a replacement part for a camera - not only was it delivered almost two weeks earlier than expected, but it also arrived well packaged. I needed a replacement part for a camera - not only was it delivered almost two weeks earlier than expected, but it also arrived well packaged.

  • 10
    Great support and inhouse knowledge of the cameras

    First I was a little bit sceptic about buying online industrial cameras. It’s a critical part for our machine. For a new product development there was a lot of price pressure. We needed a cheap cam... First I was a little bit sceptic about buying online industrial cameras. It’s a critical part for our machine. For a new product development there was a lot of price pressure. We needed a cheap camera. I called them and Caspar was providing great support. He even advised a cheaper camera than I had in mind. I was just surprised by the inhouse knowledge of get cameras about machine vision. Never expected this from a webshop. The image an built quality of the camera is also great. The camera feels and operates the same as our Basler cameras.

  • 10
    Great support by email

    I ordered a 20MP USB3 camera including a lens 2 months ago for a datamatrix code reading application. In the beginning I was sceptic because of the low prices, but support by email was great. They ... I ordered a 20MP USB3 camera including a lens 2 months ago for a datamatrix code reading application. In the beginning I was sceptic because of the low prices, but support by email was great. They advise a lens and provided additional technical information. Unfortunately they don't offer a loan service, but I decided to try it. I had the cameras in house within 2 weeks and connection was easy. The SDK looks like the SDK from Basler so I felt directly comfortable with it. The camera and lens was a perfect match and now I'm able to read small DMC codes on large products with just a single camera.

  • 10
    Great support while selecting a lens

    We have bought a 20MP camera and lens with extension tubes to use it as a digital microscope in our lab. The support with selecting a lens was great. Connecting the USB3 camera was easy. We receive... We have bought a 20MP camera and lens with extension tubes to use it as a digital microscope in our lab. The support with selecting a lens was great. Connecting the USB3 camera was easy. We received everything on time.

  • 10
    High quality

    High quality components and service! My order was handled quickly and arrived ahead of schedule. Would recommend. High quality components and service! My order was handled quickly and arrived ahead of schedule. Would recommend.

  • 10
    I like the quality and price of the camera

    I bought a camera and lens. It was delivered fast. Connecting was easy using their quickstep article. The image quality is really great. I bought a camera and lens. It was delivered fast. Connecting was easy using their quickstep article. The image quality is really great.

  • 10
    It is important to have a skilled and efficient team of workers to get the goods efficiently.

    Maintained a good relationship and very good communication from start to finish to purchase the item. Maintained a good relationship and very good communication from start to finish to purchase the item.

  • 10
    Just great

    Needed a customized lens with fixed iris and I just needed 10 pieces. They where able to do it for just a few euro's extra per lens. Great service Needed a customized lens with fixed iris and I just needed 10 pieces. They where able to do it for just a few euro's extra per lens. Great service

  • 9
    Outstanding products and customer service

    The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly. The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly.

  • 10
    Outstanding products and customer service

    Get Cameras were extremely kind to sponsor us with some amazing equipment for our RoboCup student team, Delft Mercurians. We had no issues with the cameras, they perform as advertised and enabled u... Get Cameras were extremely kind to sponsor us with some amazing equipment for our RoboCup student team, Delft Mercurians. We had no issues with the cameras, they perform as advertised and enabled us to continue with the project and the company was extremely supportive of us overall. The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly.

  • 8
    Perfect customer interaction

    Good site and perfect customer interaction. Good site and perfect customer interaction.

  • 10
    Products delivered sooner than promised

    Ordered products were delivered sooner than promised, all ordered items were included in the package and we had no problems to make them work (cameras work with the attached software and with Matlab). Ordered products were delivered sooner than promised, all ordered items were included in the package and we had no problems to make them work (cameras work with the attached software and with Matlab).

  • 10
    Professional support, fast delivery and good product.

    I liked that your team helped me chose the needed equipment by my description. The items that i have ordered are exactly what i have looked for. I liked that your team helped me chose the needed equipment by my description. The items that i have ordered are exactly what i have looked for.

  • 10
    Prompt responses to many questions

    Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forwar... Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forward. We continue to buy regularly.

  • 10
    Prompt shipment

    Reachable by phone and smooth cooperation. Invoice provided without the need for extra requesting for it. Reachable by phone and smooth cooperation. Invoice provided without the need for extra requesting for it.

  • 10
    Quick responses and good selection of cameras

    Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forwar... Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forward. We continue to buy from Get-Cameras regularly.

  • 10
    Quick shipping and excellent customer service

    The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding e... The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding examples to implement the cameras in our systems.

  • 10
    Quick shipping and excellent customer service

    The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding e... The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding examples to implement the cameras in our systems.

  • 10
    Really nice products

    i called them and they proposed the camera, lens and light setup. I received everything 2 days later. Tested it and it works. I didn't expect such a good image quality for the total set price. They... i called them and they proposed the camera, lens and light setup. I received everything 2 days later. Tested it and it works. I didn't expect such a good image quality for the total set price. They recommended the cheapest camera they had, but it's perfect for detecting the defects on my products.

  • 9
    Suitable product for us

    We already have several of your cameras. These are for stock only. Since we are taking them into stock, that means we are happy with them. Only lead time is little bit longer. We already have several of your cameras. These are for stock only. Since we are taking them into stock, that means we are happy with them. Only lead time is little bit longer.

  • 10
    The German-speaking customer service team is very attentive to our needs.

    We greatly value our collaboration with VA Imaging. The German-speaking account managers always address our individual requirements and consistently find suitable solutions, even for last-minute ch... We greatly value our collaboration with VA Imaging. The German-speaking account managers always address our individual requirements and consistently find suitable solutions, even for last-minute changes. Thanks to their support and flexibility, we have always been able to implement our projects quickly and smoothly. Thank you for the excellent collaboration!

  • 8
    Very good service

    We are very happy with the quality of goods and services. We are very happy with the quality of goods and services.

  • 10
    Very good value for money

    The camera arrived on schedule and gives excellent images. Very good value for money. The SDK makes it very easy to acquire images into a program of my own written using C++Builder (about 2 hours p... The camera arrived on schedule and gives excellent images. Very good value for money. The SDK makes it very easy to acquire images into a program of my own written using C++Builder (about 2 hours programming).

  • 10
    Very happy with the support

    I was using cameras from a German competitor, but I was not happy with the support. They contacted me and we where able to select a camera with the same sensor. I received the camera within 2 days.... I was using cameras from a German competitor, but I was not happy with the support. They contacted me and we where able to select a camera with the same sensor. I received the camera within 2 days. It took me half a day to implement their SDK into my software so it was relative easy.

  • 10
    Very helpful customer service

    We needed a vision camera for our project very urgently. They where able to deliver it in a few days time. They responded quick to my emails also when I needed support. They send me an article how ... We needed a vision camera for our project very urgently. They where able to deliver it in a few days time. They responded quick to my emails also when I needed support. They send me an article how to quickly install the camera and set the most important parameters. it was very helpfull and within half an hour we had a good live view image. We have also ordered the lens they advised. It provides a nice and sharp image.

  • 10
    Very pleasant contact, quick response

    My questions were answered very quickly. The right camera was determined quickly and the order placed immediately. Camera delivered within two days. I hope to do business again in the future! My questions were answered very quickly. The right camera was determined quickly and the order placed immediately. Camera delivered within two days. I hope to do business again in the future!

  • 10
    Very smooth transaction

    Great seller, good comunication, ship very fast. Great seller, good comunication, ship very fast.

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