KT&C ATC-HZ8309Z-TA 2MP Global Shutter 8.5x AF Zoom Block Camera

ATC-HZ8309Z-TA Spec Sheet

The KT&C ATC-HZ8309Z-TA is a compact 2MP global shutter AF zoom block camera designed for industrial and embedded imaging systems that need sharp motion capture, flexible video output, and dependable remote camera control. Built around a 1/2.6" ON Semi progressive scan global shutter CMOS sensor, this camera is well suited for robotics, UAV/drone imaging, machine vision, industrial inspection, surveillance, security, intelligent traffic systems, and OEM embedded vision applications.

With 1080p video output up to 60fps, 8.5x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom, external Day/Night support, True WDR, 3D digital noise reduction, defog, digital image stabilization, and trigger in/strobe out support, the ATC-HZ8309Z-TA gives integrators a capable zoom camera platform in a compact block camera form factor.

Key Features:

• 1/2.6" ON Semi progressive scan global shutter CMOS sensor
• 2.3MP effective pixels with 2MP-class output
• 1080p output at 60fps and 30fps
• 102x total AF zoom: 8.5x optical zoom + 12x digital zoom
• Global shutter performance for reduced motion distortion
• Digital SDI output
• Analog TVI, AVI, and CVBS outputs
• Trigger input and strobe output for synchronized imaging
• External Day/Night support
• True WDR, D-WDR, BLC, HLC, Defog, 2D-DNR, and 3D-DNR
• Digital image stabilization
• UART RS232-TTL control with VISCA, Pelco-D/P, and Hitachi protocol support
• Compact OEM block camera design

Compact Global Shutter Imaging for Motion-Critical Applications

The ATC-HZ8309Z-TA uses a global shutter image sensor, making it a strong choice for applications where motion blur and rolling shutter distortion can create issues. This is especially important for moving platforms, robotics, industrial automation, traffic monitoring, drone imaging, and inspection systems where image accuracy matters.

Global shutter capture helps preserve object shape during motion, making this camera a better fit for motion-sensitive imaging than standard rolling shutter alternatives.

8.5x Optical Zoom for Flexible Viewing

The integrated autofocus zoom lens provides a focal range of 8.0mm to 70mm, giving the camera a horizontal field of view from approximately 50° wide to 5.6° telephoto. With 8.5x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom, the ATC-HZ8309Z-TA supports both wider scene coverage and tighter long-distance detail.

Focus control options include Auto, Interval, One Push, Manual, and Preset, giving system designers flexibility for fixed installations, remote-controlled platforms, PTZ-style systems, and automated imaging applications.

SDI and Analog Video Output Flexibility

The ATC-HZ8309Z-TA supports digital SDI output along with analog TVI, AVI, and CVBS output modes, making it a practical option for both modern and legacy video systems. This flexibility helps simplify integration into surveillance systems, industrial video platforms, custom embedded designs, and OEM products that may require different signal paths.

With support for 1080p at 60fps, the camera delivers smooth high-definition video for applications where image clarity and frame rate are important.

Trigger and Strobe Support

For timing-sensitive applications, the ATC-HZ8309Z-TA includes trigger input and strobe output capability. This is useful in machine vision, industrial inspection, synchronized imaging, and automation systems where the camera needs to align with lighting, external events, or system timing.

Advanced Image Processing

The ATC-HZ8309Z-TA includes a strong set of image enhancement features for difficult real-world environments:

• True WDR for high-contrast scenes
• D-WDR with Low, Middle, and High settings
• 3D-DNR and 2D-DNR for cleaner low-light images
• Defog for mist, haze, dust, and reduced-visibility conditions
• BLC and HLC for backlight and highlight compensation
• Digital image stabilization for vibration-prone platforms
• External Day/Night support
• Privacy masking and motion detection

These features help deliver clearer, more usable video in environments where glare, contrast, motion, and low light can affect performance.

Remote Camera Control

The ATC-HZ8309Z-TA supports UART RS232-TTL control with automatic protocol detection for VISCA, Pelco-D/P, and Hitachi. Supported baud rates include 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200bps.

This makes the camera easy to integrate into embedded controllers, inspection platforms, robotics systems, surveillance equipment, and OEM products that require remote zoom, focus, exposure, and image control.

Ideal Applications:

The KT&C ATC-HZ8309Z-TA is well suited for:

• Robotics and autonomous systems
• UAV and drone imaging payloads
• Machine vision and factory automation
• Industrial inspection systems
• Intelligent traffic and transportation monitoring
• Security and surveillance systems
• Remote-controlled imaging platforms
• Synchronized imaging systems
• OEM embedded vision designs
• Low-light and high-contrast video applications

Technical Highlights:

• Image Sensor: 1/2.6" ON Semi Progressive Scan Global Shutter CMOS
• Effective Pixels: 2.3MP, 1920(H) x 1200(V)
• Video Output: Digital SDI / Analog TVI / AVI / CVBS
• Max Resolution: 1080p at 60fps
• Synchronization: Internal
• Lens: AF optical zoom lens, DC iris, IR corrective
• Focal Length: 8.0mm to 70mm
• Aperture: F1.5 wide to F2.1 tele
• Zoom Ratio: 8.5x optical, 12x digital
• Minimum Illumination: 0.4 lux day mode, 0.3 lux night mode
• S/N Ratio: More than 36dB
• Focus Control: Auto, Interval, One Push, Manual, Preset
• Day/Night: Auto, Day, Night, External-H or L
• WDR: Off / On, adjustable Low / Middle / High
• Noise Reduction: 2D-DNR and 3D-DNR
• Defog: Off / On / Auto
• Trigger/Strobe: Trigger In / Strobe Out
• Control: UART RS232-TTL, VISCA, Pelco-D/P, Hitachi
• Power: 12VDC, 9V to 15VDC supported
• Power Consumption: Max. 4.7W / 2.6W when zoom and focus are not operating
• Dimensions: 43.8 x 47 x 63.5 mm
• Weight: Approx. 121g
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +50°C
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to +60°C

Why Choose the KT&C ATC-HZ8309Z-TA?

The ATC-HZ8309Z-TA combines the motion accuracy of a global shutter sensor, the flexibility of an 8.5x AF zoom lens, and the integration convenience of SDI plus analog video outputs, along with trigger/strobe support and UART camera control. For OEMs and system designers who need a compact zoom camera for industrial, robotic, surveillance, inspection, or embedded vision applications, this model is a strong fit.

Contact Block Cameras today for pricing, availability, and integration support for the KT&C ATC-HZ8309Z-TA 2MP Global Shutter 8.5x AF Zoom Block Camera.