FASTCAM Mini AX
High-performance imaging in a compact, rugged camera with exceptional sensitivity, flexible frame rates, and advanced synchronization.
High-end imaging in a compact camera body.
The FASTCAM Mini AX is Photron’s highest-performance model within the FASTCAM Mini family. It combines exceptional light sensitivity, strong image quality, and flexible region-of-interest capabilities in a compact system designed for demanding scientific and industrial applications.
Three performance levels—Mini AX50, AX100, and AX200—provide 1-megapixel image resolution at full-frame rates from 2,000 to 6,400 frames per second.
With maximum reduced-resolution frame rates reaching up to 900,000 fps, the Mini AX delivers a wide operating range for both general high-speed imaging and ultra-fast transient events.
Compact size. Serious high-speed performance.
Choose the Mini AX model that matches your required full-resolution and maximum frame-rate performance.
Three performance models
Every Mini AX model shares the same compact 120 mm camera format, image quality, sensitivity, software, and operational features.
Mini AX50
A compact 1-megapixel camera for general scientific, engineering, educational, and industrial imaging.
Mini AX100
Higher full-frame speed with multiple maximum-frame-rate configurations for more demanding events.
Mini AX200
The highest-performance Mini AX model with up to 6,400 fps at full resolution and up to 900,000 fps maximum speed.
Built for demanding applications
The Mini AX combines image quality, compact packaging, rugged construction, and practical operating features.
1-Megapixel CMOS Sensor
Record detailed 1,024 × 1,024-pixel imagery with flexible regions of interest for higher frame rates.
Exceptional Sensitivity
ISO 50,000 monochrome and ISO 25,000 color performance support difficult lighting and short exposure times.
Mechanical Calibration Shutter
An internal mechanical shutter supports remote black-balance calibration through the control software.
Gigabit Ethernet
Reliable camera control and fast image download to a standard notebook or desktop computer.
Flexible Synchronization
Synchronize frame rate to external unstable frequencies for demanding measurement and test environments.
Fan Stop Function
Remotely switch off cooling fans to reduce vibration during high-magnification imaging.
High-G Rated
Operationally tested to 100G for applications involving shock, impact, or severe acceleration.
Compact and Lightweight
The 120 × 120 × 94 mm body weighs only 1.5 kg for easy integration into crowded test setups.
Extended Recording Memory
Choose 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB of internal memory to match event duration and triggering requirements.
Reliable control and flexible recording
The Mini AX uses a Gigabit Ethernet connection for dependable camera operation and high-speed image transfer to a standard computer.
Internal recording memory supports longer capture durations, while advanced trigger modes, synchronization, and remote calibration help simplify test setup.
Applications
The FASTCAM Mini AX is suited to a broad range of scientific, engineering, manufacturing, and test applications.
Essais des matériaux
Capture fracture, deformation, impact, strain, crack propagation, and structural failure.
Dynamique des fluides
Observe sprays, droplets, jets, bubbles, particles, and other rapid fluid behavior.
Combustion
Record ignition, flame development, shock structures, and rapidly changing combustion events.
Essais automobiles
Analyze components, airbags, crash events, tire behavior, sprays, and mechanical motion.
Aérospatiale et défense
Capture impact, propulsion, structural response, ballistics, and separation events.
Recherche scientifique
Study fast transient events using high sensitivity, precise exposure, triggering, and synchronization.
FASTCAM Mini AX specifications
Compare model performance and review key imaging, memory, interface, and mechanical specifications.
| Specification | Mini AX50 | Mini AX100 | Mini AX200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1,024 × 1,024 | 1,024 × 1,024 | 1,024 × 1,024 |
| Full-resolution frame rate | 2,000 fps | 4,000 fps | 6,400 fps |
| Maximum frame rate | 170,000 fps | 212,500 or 540,000 fps | 216,000, 540,000, or 900,000 fps |
| Sensor type | 1-megapixel CMOS image sensor | ||
| Light sensitivity | ISO 50,000 monochrome / ISO 25,000 color | ||
| Shutter range | 1 ms to 1 µs, independent of frame rate | ||
| Dynamic range | 12-bit monochrome / 36-bit color | ||
| Internal memory | 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB | ||
| Camera interface | Gigabit Ethernet | ||
| Frame synchronization | Synchronization to external unstable frequencies | ||
| Calibration | Internal mechanical calibration shutter | ||
| Dimensions | 120 × 120 × 94 mm | ||
| Weight | 1.5 kg | ||
| Operational shock | 100G, 10 ms, six axes | ||
| Cooling | Internal cooling fans with remote fan-stop function | ||
Downloads and support
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Mini AX Datasheet
Review frame rates, sensitivity, exposure, memory, interfaces, synchronization, and mechanical specifications.
Download Datasheet →PFV Software
Learn about Photron FASTCAM Viewer software for control, replay, saving, enhancement, calibration, and measurement.
View PFV Software →Product Manuals
Access Photron hardware and software manuals for installation, triggering, synchronization, and operation.
View Product Manuals →PFA2 Analysis Software
Explore optional 2D tracking and motion-analysis tools for displacement, velocity, acceleration, and movement.
View PFA2 Software →Technical Support
Get help with camera setup, triggering, synchronization, software, networking, lenses, and service.
Visit Technical Support →Contacter Photron
Discuss frame rate, exposure, sensitivity, memory, optics, synchronization, and application requirements.
Contact Photron →Compact high-speed imaging without compromise
Talk with Photron about the right Mini AX model, frame rate, exposure, memory, lens, and synchronization setup.