Built for OEMs needing a better-fit camera than standard webcams, this page explains CS lens choices, metal housing integration, USB-C/cable options, sample kits, and RFQ guidance
The Goobuy IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera UC-678-CS is a ready-to-customize 4K UVC camera platform with interchangeable CS lenses, metal housing, 3840×2160 MJPG output, and project-based OEM configuration for equipment manufacturers and system integrators that need lens, cable, USB-C, housing, mounting, or product identity adaptation without starting a full camera development project.
The Goobuy IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera is designed for equipment companies and system integrators that already have a host device, enclosure, product line, or customer project, but cannot use a standard webcam or fixed-lens USB camera directly.
With an IMX678 image sensor, interchangeable CS lens options, compact metal housing, USB2.0 UVC plug-and-play output, and 3840×2160 MJPG video support, this camera helps customers move quickly from sample testing to feedback, minor configuration, and small-to-mid-volume OEM supply. It is not positioned as a long sensor-level R&D project. It is a practical, ready-to-customize USB camera platform for customers who need faster evaluation, better lens flexibility, and easier mechanical integration.
Choose and test different CS lenses such as 3.2mm, 5mm, 8mm, or 12–50mm according to your real viewing distance, field of view, and installation environment.
The compact metal case is easier to install, protect, and test inside equipment, terminals, display systems, monitoring devices, and prototype enclosures than a bare board camera.
The camera supports USB Video Class, making it easier to connect with Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and embedded host systems without complex driver development.
Supports up to 3840×2160 at 30fps in MJPG format for 4K compressed USB video applications where high image detail and simple host integration are required.
Goobuy can evaluate lens selection, cable length, USB-C interface, connector direction, housing adaptation, mounting method, product label, hardware naming, and selected waterproof requirements based on your project.
Start with a working sample, test it in your actual device, confirm minor changes, and move toward repeat small or medium-volume orders without starting from zero.
This IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera is suitable for customers who already have a device platform or customer project, but need a camera configuration that standard off-the-shelf webcams cannot fully match.
It is especially suitable for equipment manufacturers and system integrators in Western Europe, the United States, Russia, and Australia that need a stable USB camera platform with practical configuration options.
This camera is best suited for customers who want to test samples quickly, confirm real installation requirements, make minor hardware adjustments, and move toward repeat OEM orders.
Many equipment companies do not need a full custom camera development project. They only need a camera that fits their existing device better.
Common problems include:
Goobuy helps customers start from an existing IMX678 USB camera platform, test samples quickly, and confirm real project details such as lens, cable, connector, housing, and mounting method based on actual installation feedback.
One of the main advantages of this camera is its interchangeable CS lens design. Customers can test different focal lengths before confirming the final viewing angle and working distance.
Choosing the right CS lens is often more important than choosing the camera sensor alone. For equipment manufacturers and system integrators, the final lens should match the real viewing distance, installation height, enclosure position, target object size, and required field of view.
The Goobuy IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera allows customers to test different CS lens options before confirming the final camera configuration. This is useful when a standard webcam has the wrong angle, a fixed-lens USB camera is not flexible enough, or the final installation distance is still uncertain during the prototype stage.
| CS Lens Option | Viewing Style | Typical Use Case | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 3.2mm Lens | Wider field of view | Close-range viewing, room-level capture, kiosk/display-side installation | Smart displays, kiosks, conference devices, close-range equipment |
| CS 5mm Lens | Balanced standard view | General-purpose equipment integration | Video devices, embedded host products, smart terminals |
| CS 8mm Lens | Narrower medium-distance view | More focused scene capture with less surrounding background | Monitoring terminals, inspection equipment, device-side observation |
| CS 12–50mm Varifocal Lens | Adjustable narrow-to-telephoto view | Longer-distance observation where the final viewing distance may change | Remote observation, equipment monitoring, inspection systems |
The metal housing makes this IMX678 USB camera easier to test and mount than a bare board module. It is suitable for equipment manufacturers and system integrators who need a camera that can be installed into existing devices, terminals, display systems, or monitoring equipment.
Goobuy can provide or evaluate the following based on project requirements:
For projects with strict mechanical requirements, customers should send drawings, photos, installation space, or enclosure dimensions before sample configuration.
Goobuy supports practical configuration based on the existing IMX678 USB2.0 camera platform.
| Configuration Item | Standard / Available Direction | Project Evaluation Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Lens | CS 3.2mm, 5mm, 8mm, 12–50mm options | Other CS lens options based on FOV and working distance |
| Cable | Standard cable option | 1m, 2m, 3m, customized cable length or connector direction |
| Interface | USB2.0 UVC | USB-C cable or connector option after evaluation |
| Housing | Metal housing | Housing appearance, bracket, mounting adaptation |
| Mounting | Basic device-side fixing | Screw hole, bracket, embedded installation, customer enclosure matching |
| Product Identity | Goobuy standard product | OEM label, customer project code, hardware naming |
| Waterproof Direction | Not standard by default | Selected waterproof or sealed housing direction after evaluation |
| Software | UVC plug-and-play | UVC parameter adjustment depending on firmware and project feasibility |
| Sample Process | Standard sample testing | Sample → feedback → minor configuration → batch order |
To avoid misunderstanding, this camera is positioned as a project-based configurable USB camera, not a full custom image sensor development service.
| Request Type | Suitable for This Product? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CS lens selection | Yes | Main advantage of this model |
| Metal housing sample testing | Yes | Suitable for fast project evaluation |
| Cable length adjustment | Yes / project-based | Depends on length, connector, and quantity |
| USB-C option | Project-based | Can be evaluated based on host device and cable design |
| OEM label or product name | Project-based | Suitable for repeat OEM orders |
| Mounting bracket adaptation | Project-based | Requires installation details or drawings |
| Waterproof housing | Evaluation required | Not a default claim; depends on sealing structure and project quantity |
| Sensor-level register tuning | Not recommended | This page is not for deep sensor R&D projects |
| High-speed RAW output | Not suitable | USB2.0 is not positioned for high-speed raw machine vision |
| Multi-camera hardware synchronization | Not positioned here | Other camera platforms may be more suitable |
| Long weekly R&D collaboration | Not the main direction | This product is for fast sample testing and practical configuration |
Key Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Sony IMX678 starvis2 4K CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.8 inch |
| Pixel Size | 2.0μm × 2.0μm |
| Lens Mount | CS lens options |
| Interface | USB2.0 |
| Video Class | USB Video Class, UVC compliant |
| Max MJPG Output | 3840×2160 at 30fps |
| Common MJPG Resolutions | 3840×2160/30fps, 1920×1080/60fps, 1280×720/60fps, 1600×1200/30fps, 800×600/60fps, 640×480/60fps |
| YUV Output | Available at lower frame rates depending on resolution |
| Housing | Metal housing |
| PCB Size | 38×38mm |
| Power | USB bus power, 5V |
| Cable | Standard 1m cable, optional 2m/3m or customized cable after evaluation |
| OS Support | Windows, Linux, macOS, Android and other UVC-compatible systems |
| Operating Temperature | 0–60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -30–80°C |
| Adjustable Parameters | Camera properties depending on firmware and UVC support |
Important note: This is a USB2.0 UVC camera focused on 4K MJPG output, CS lens flexibility, easy host integration, and project-based OEM configuration. For uncompressed high-speed video, USB3.0 camera models may be more suitable
Original FOV and distortion test results of the IMX678 USB2.0 camera with 3.2mm, 5mm, 4mm and 6mm CS and module lens focal lengths.
A CS 3.2mm lens is usually suitable when the camera is installed close to the target area or when the system needs to capture a wider scene. It can be useful for smart display systems, kiosks, conference terminals, or close-range monitoring devices.
This option is suitable when your main concern is:
A CS 5mm lens is a practical starting point for many equipment projects. It provides a more balanced view than wide-angle lenses and is often suitable for general-purpose USB camera integration.
This option is suitable when your main concern is:
A CS 8mm lens provides a narrower field of view than 3.2mm or 5mm lenses. It is useful when the customer wants to focus on a smaller target area or reduce unnecessary background.
This option is suitable when your main concern is:
A CS 12–50mm varifocal lens is useful when the final viewing distance has not been confirmed or when the customer needs to test different zoom positions during project evaluation. It is especially suitable for monitoring terminals, remote observation systems, and inspection devices.
This option is suitable when your main concern is:
The actual field of view depends on the lens design, sensor size, installation distance, enclosure structure, and target object size. We recommend that customers test real samples before confirming the final lens for batch orders.
If you are not sure which CS lens is suitable for your project, send Goobuy your viewing distance, target field of view, installation position, and photos or drawings of your device. Our team can help recommend a practical sample lens combination for testing.
This IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera can be used in video terminals, conference devices, and recording systems that need a 4K USB camera with selectable lens angles and easier metal-case mounting.
Typical needs include:
This camera is suitable for equipment builders who need a practical OEM USB camera instead of a consumer webcam.
For digital signage players, advertising screens, smart displays, and kiosk systems, camera installation height and viewing angle can vary greatly. A fixed-lens webcam may not match the final display structure.
This camera can support:
It is suitable for digital signage integrators and smart display companies that need a configurable USB camera for commercial display projects.
For monitoring terminals, inspection equipment, and fixed-position observation devices, the final viewing distance is often uncertain during the early project stage. The customer may need to test several CS lenses before confirming the final configuration.
This camera is suitable for:
The metal housing and CS lens options make this camera more practical for customers who want to test real viewing distance before confirming batch orders.
Recommended starting configuration:
Suitable for monitoring terminals, fixed-position observation, visual inspection, and equipment-side video capture.
This product is not the best choice for every project. To help customers select the right camera, please consider the following:
This honest selection guide helps customers avoid choosing the wrong product and improves the quality of RFQ inquiries.
To help Goobuy recommend the right sample configuration, please send:
The more project background you provide, the faster Goobuy can evaluate whether this IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera can be configured from an existing platform.
Many equipment companies contact Goobuy when a standard webcam is too limited, a bare board camera is hard to mount, or the final CS lens and cable configuration are still uncertain.
Tell us what you are trying to build, what problem your current camera cannot solve, and which details are still unclear. Our team will review your project background and recommend a practical IMX678 USB2.0 CS lens camera sample configuration for testing.
Send your project questions, pain points, and uncertain requirements to Goobuy.
We will help you check lens, cable, USB-C, housing, mounting, and OEM configuration feasibility before you move to sample testing.
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