High-G series high-speed cameras

The M-VIT Platinum and M-VIT 4000 provide the highest listed rate, reaching 4,451 fps at 1280 × 720. At 1280 × 864, both operate at 3,716 fps, providing a larger image area when the maximum frame rate is not required. This makes the M-VIT pair the direct starting point for events where short intervals between frames matter more than full-HD resolution. The final choice between the Platinum and 4000 versions cannot be made from these operating points alone because their listed resolution and frame-rate combinations are identical; project-specific integration requirements should therefore be considered separately.

L-VIT Platinum and L-VIT 2500 offer the fastest listed 1920 × 1080 rate at 2,500 fps. N-VIT provides 1,096 fps at the same resolution, while L-VIT 1000 provides 1,000 fps. For crash analysis, this difference determines the interval between captured frames and therefore how finely a rapid deformation sequence can be examined. Engineers should establish the required temporal resolution before selecting the model and operating point. A higher frame rate does not by itself guarantee usable images, so exposure time, available illumination and the required field of view must also be considered.

N-VIT is the only listed variant with a 1920 × 1400 operating point, running at 846 fps. It also offers 1,096 fps at 1920 × 1080 and 2,287 fps at 1280 × 720, creating a three-step choice between image area and recording speed. The 1400-pixel vertical format can support test scenes requiring more vertical coverage than a 1080- or 720-line mode. In practice, N-VIT is a suitable candidate where framing flexibility is central, while M-VIT provides the higher listed 720p rate and the faster L-VIT variants lead at 1920 × 1080.

The range is tested for shock resistance up to 150 g over 11 ms, with transient spikes up to 200 g, so it is intended for demanding impact-test conditions. These figures allow engineers to compare expected fixture loads and local acceleration with the stated shock capability. They should not replace a mounting assessment because bracket stiffness, fasteners, cable restraint and impact direction can alter the load transmitted to the camera. A practical installation should therefore keep predicted loads within the stated limits and minimise secondary movement that could affect image stability or hardware retention.

Most High-G models include a built-in g-sensor that can monitor shock and act as a recording trigger. This allows the camera to respond to the physical impact rather than relying solely on a separate trigger signal. Because the feature applies to most rather than every model, its inclusion should be confirmed for the selected variant before the trigger architecture is finalised. In practice, g-sensor triggering can support event correlation, but trigger thresholds, timing offsets and any external synchronisation still need to be defined as part of the complete test set-up.

Recorded sequences are stored immediately in rescue flash, a function intended to protect captured data if power is interrupted. This is particularly relevant in destructive tests, where power cables or nearby test equipment may be damaged at impact. Immediate storage reduces dependence on power remaining available after the event and helps preserve the sequence for subsequent analysis. Engineers should still plan suitable power routing and cable retention because rescue storage protects the recording but does not remove the need for a robust installation and an established data-retrieval workflow.

Select the shortest frame interval that still retains enough image area to measure the feature of interest. The range extends from 846 fps at 1920 × 1400 on N-VIT to 4,451 fps at 1280 × 720 on M-VIT Platinum and M-VIT 4000, with several 1080p options between those points. Higher frame rates provide more samples across a rapid event, while higher resolutions preserve more spatial detail for tracking edges, markers and deformation zones. Engineers should estimate the event duration, required measurement detail and available illumination, then choose the operating point that satisfies all three rather than selecting frame rate in isolation.