Professional Optical Measurement

Leave point-by-point measurement behind and step into imaging inspection. HY Bayer colorimeter captures millions of pixels simultaneously, completing full-surface testing in seconds. GigE ready, wide-temperature rated — cost-effective for production QC and lab R&D.

Same accuracy, faster speed, lower cost. HY Bayer imaging colorimeter uses proven CMOS sensor technology with precision calibration algorithms, delivering industrial-grade measurement. Flexible configuration and expert service to upgrade your optical quality control.

Why Bayer Pattern Imaging Colorimeters Are Transforming Optical Quality Control

Bayer pattern imaging colorimeters are rapidly becoming the go-to choice for optical quality control across display, automotive and lighting industries. Unlike traditional spot photometers that measure only one point at a time, Bayer-based systems capture millions of data points in a single exposure, delivering full-field luminance and chromaticity maps in seconds. This dramatic speed improvement means manufacturers can test every unit on the line instead of relying on sampling, catching defects that spot measurements would miss.

The underlying CMOS Bayer sensor technology, proven in billions of cameras worldwide, brings excellent reliability and cost efficiency compared to more expensive filter-wheel colorimeters. For companies looking to upgrade their optical inspection, Bayer imaging colorimeters offer an unbeatable combination of speed, resolution and value.

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Options de personnalisation

Multiple focal length lenses (12/16/25/35mm) are optional. Horizontal & vertical FOV can be customized to fit micro-component close-up test and full automotive lamp batch inspection at long distance.

Standard luminance range 0.01–50000 cd/m²; ND8 filter can be customized to extend max brightness to 1,000,000 cd/m² for high-power LED & automotive ambient light production lines.

Chemical-Resistance

Native support for 10*10 / 50*50 pixel sampling zones. Custom ROI frame available for single-point, zonal & full-area luminance & chromatic uniformity detection.

Highly Translucent

CMOS detector with 8/10/12 bit optional. 12bit for low-light weak signal SNR improvement; 8bit for high-speed production to cut transmission delay.

Strong Resistance

Standard GigE Ethernet port; POE power supply & extended cable can be customized. Compatible with MES & PLC data acquisition for automated production lines.

Certified

Base calibration under Illuminant A; exclusive spectrum compensation calibration available for automotive LED, backlight display & optical lenses to boost chromaticity accuracy to ±0.003.

General Overview

HY Bayer Pattern Imaging Colorimeter adopts Bayer color filter CMOS imaging principle with Sony industrial image sensors. Spectrum compensation algorithm realizes simultaneous full-area luminance, chromaticity and CCT measurement. Single-shot multi-parameter collection without moving mechanical parts delivers faster testing speed than traditional filter-wheel colorimeters. It features 1,000,000:1 ultra-high dynamic range and stable luminance & chromaticity accuracy, with full hardware, software and algorithm customization available. Widely applied in EOL online inspection and lab calibration for automotive lamps, 3C electronics, optical components and new energy displays. Two standard models (20M high-resolution / 5M high dynamic range) support Industry 4.0 data traceability when integrated with fully automatic production lines.

Understanding Color Accuracy in Bayer Imaging Colorimeters vs Filter-Wheel Systems

When selecting an imaging colorimeter, accuracy is always the top concern. Bayer pattern systems use RGGB color filter arrays on CMOS sensors, converting RGB values to CIE XYZ tristimulus values through calibrated mathematical models. Filter-wheel systems physically rotate XYZ filters for each measurement, delivering theoretically closer spectral matching but at the cost of speed. Modern Bayer systems achieve ±3% luminance accuracy and ±0.003 chromaticity accuracy through advanced calibration techniques — more than sufficient for most production quality control applications. The key advantage is speed: Bayer systems capture full color data in one shot, while filter-wheel systems require three separate exposures. For high-volume manufacturing where throughput matters, Bayer colorimeters provide accuracy that meets industry standards at a fraction of the cycle time, making them the practical choice for production line deployment.

Selecting the Right Lens for Your Imaging Colorimeter Application

Choosing the correct lens is just as important as the colorimeter itself when setting up an optical measurement station. Imaging colorimeters support multiple focal lengths, and the right choice depends on working distance, target size and required spatial resolution. Wide-angle lenses like 12mm capture large areas in a single frame, ideal for big TV panels or long light bars at close range. Standard 16mm or 25mm lenses work well for typical display sizes and medium working distances. Longer focal lengths like 35mm magnify smaller targets such as individual LED dies or micro-display components. Field-replaceable lenses give manufacturers flexibility to reconfigure the same colorimeter for different products on the same line. Always calculate field of view and spatial resolution carefully during setup — proper lens selection ensures you get accurate, representative measurements across your entire target surface.

The Role of Imaging Colorimeters in Automotive Ambient Light Quality Control

As automotive interiors become more sophisticated with multi-zone RGB ambient lighting, ensuring consistent color and brightness across every light strip has become critical. Imaging colorimeters play a central role in this quality control process. Unlike human visual inspection, which is subjective and prone to fatigue, imaging colorimeters deliver objective, repeatable CIE chromaticity and luminance measurements across the entire light surface. They verify that each door panel, dashboard trim and console light matches specification, catching subtle color shifts that would be noticeable to drivers and passengers. When integrated into end-of-line test stations, these devices perform 100% inspection at production speed, automatically flagging units that fall outside ΔE or uniformity tolerances. As ambient lighting becomes a key brand differentiator, automotive suppliers increasingly depend on imaging colorimeters to maintain the premium visual quality that modern car buyers expect.

Product Specifications & Parameters

SpécificationsHY030X206cHY030X524c
Detector Model, Diagonal Size, Pixel SizeSony IMX183, 16mm, 2.4μmSony IMX264, 11mm, 3.45μm
Detector Type8bit/10bit/12bit CMOS8bit/10bit/12bit CMOS
Pixel Array5472×36482448×2048
Dynamic Range65.5dB72dB
High Dynamic Range (HDR)>1,000,000:1>1,000,000:1
Min Luminance (cd/m², SNR=41.5dB / SNR=40dB)0.010.01
Max Standard Luminance (cd/m²)5000050000
Max Luminance with ND Filter (cd/m²)1,000,0001,000,000
System AccuracyLuminance(Y) ±3%, CIE(x,y) ±0.003Luminance(Y) ±3%, CIE(x,y) ±0.003
Short-Term RepeatabilityLuminance(Y) ±0.1%, CIE(x,y) ±0.0005Luminance(Y) ±0.1%, CIE(x,y) ±0.0005
Standard Lenses & Field of View (H×V)12mm:62°×55°

16mm:49°×43°

25mm:31°×27°

16mm:29°×24°

25mm:19°×16°

35mm:13°×11°

Min Measuring Time (100cd/m² Native)Luminance:2s, Chromaticity:2sLuminance:2s, Chromaticity:2s
Spatial Measurement FunctionsLuminance, CIE(x,y), CCT, Dominant Wavelength, Color Gamut, Uniformity, △E*, Custom ParametersLuminance, CIE(x,y), CCT, Dominant Wavelength, Color Gamut, Uniformity, △E*, Custom Parameters
Output Unitscd/m², CIE(x,y), CIE(u’,v’), K(CCT), nmcd/m², CIE(x,y), CIE(u’,v’), K(CCT), nm
Communication InterfaceGigE EthernetGigE Ethernet
Power Consumption2.5W @12VDC2.9W @12VDC
Dimension (H×W×D)90mm×80mm×185mm90mm×80mm×185mm
Operating Temperature-30℃ ~ 60℃-30℃ ~ 60℃
Operating Humidity20%~95% RH, non-condensing20%~95% RH, non-condensing

Why Choose HY

HY owns core Bayer color conversion algorithms, with all calibration models and measurement software developed in-house. Our team continuously optimizes color correction and uniformity calculation methods for reliable, stable accuracy. Special function modules can be quickly custom-developed per customer needs — far more responsive than vendors relying on third-party algorithms.
Leveraging the mature CMOS supply chain and in-house software, HY Bayer imaging colorimeters deliver professional-grade accuracy at significantly lower prices than imported equivalents. ±3% luminance and ±0.003 chromaticity accuracy meet most industrial QC needs, helping companies upgrade optical inspection capability with lower investment and faster ROI.
With over a decade in optical inspection, HY has served 100+ customers across displays, automotive lighting, consumer electronics and medical devices. Deep project experience lets us accurately understand industry-specific standards and process characteristics, providing end-to-end professional guidance from selection to deployment for faster, smoother implementation.
HY offers multi-dimensional customization from sensor resolution and lens focal length to filter configuration and communication interfaces. Whether for in-line production testing, lab R&D measurement or field deployment, the optimal hardware and software combination is configurable. No one-size-fits-all — we build the best measurement solution around your real application scenario.

Application Fields & Scenarios

In flat panel display manufacturing, HY Bayer imaging colorimeters are widely used for outgoing quality inspection of LCD, OLED, Mini LED and Micro LED displays. A single shot captures full-screen brightness distribution, color uniformity, gamut coverage, contrast and other key parameters, detecting defects like dead pixels, dark spots, color shift and Mura. Dedicated software generates pseudocolor distribution maps for visualizing optical quality variations across the panel.
Automotive lighting demands strict color and brightness consistency. HY imaging colorimeters precisely measure luminance and chromaticity of dashboard backlights, cockpit ambient lights, door trim strips, grille lamps and taillights. Custom measurement regions follow product contours to evaluate uniformity and color consistency across luminous areas, verifying brightness linearity and color coordinate stability across dimming levels. ards.
Brightness uniformity of backlight modules and illuminated keyboards directly impacts end-product visual quality. HY imaging colorimeters perform comprehensive optical inspection of BLU modules, laptop keyboards and mechanical keyboard backlights. Zonal measurement captures per-key brightness and color deviation, detecting common defects like corner dimming, light leakage and lamp shadows, with uniformity heatmaps supporting process optimization. Single-shot full-surface testing far outpaces traditional spot measurement.
AR/VR devices and automotive HUDs impose extremely high demands on image quality and optical parameters. HY Bayer imaging colorimeters support optical evaluation of these near-eye and projection displays. The equipment measures key parameters like virtual image brightness, color uniformity, contrast and distortion, assessing image quality across different field-of-view angles. Paired with dedicated optical fixtures in darkroom conditions, standardized measurements simulate human eye viewing conditions.
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Not sure which configuration fits your application? HY engineers provide one-on-one selection guidance and quotations based on target size, accuracy requirements and use case. Deep industry experience helps you find the right optical measurement solution fast.
  • “We needed an affordable HDR colorimeter for testing our new high-brightness LED products. HY’s ND filter option extends the range perfectly. Setup was straightforward and calibration documentation was thorough. It handles everything from low-level backlights to bright emitters without swapping hardware.”
  • “HY customized the lens and measurement algorithm for our keyboard backlight inspection line. They actually listened to what we needed instead of pushing a standard product. The system has been running reliably for eight months now. Very professional team to work with.”
  • “Compared to the imported brand we used before, HY colorimeters cost about half and deliver nearly identical results for our production QC. The 20MP model picks up tiny Mura defects on our OLED panels. Definitely a smart purchase for mid-volume manufacturers like us.”
  • “We use HY units for automotive ambient light EOL testing. The wide temperature rating handles our thermal chamber tests without issue. GigE interface integrates smoothly with our PLC control system. Technical support responds quickly whenever we have questions.”

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