MKS Introduces First Compact High-Resolution Continuous Zoom Lens Optimized for 10-12µm Uncooled Detectors
New Compact, Rugged Lens Delivers SXGA Imaging with Detection Ranges Exceeding 8 km, Ideal for Surveillance Missions
Andover, MA, October 21, 2025 – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, has announced at ADEX Seoul the Ophir® SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens, the first continuous zoom lens designed specifically for SXGA (1280 × 1024 pixels) uncooled LWIR detectors with 10-12 µm pixels. By unlocking the full resolution of next-generation LWIR sensors, the SupIR lens enables system integrators to deliver high-performance thermal imagery with reliable detection ranges in a form that is compact enough for small UAVs; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) payloads; and portable surveillance systems.
The SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens provides detection of vehicle targets at distances exceeding 8 km and supports human identification up to 0.7 km, giving operators credible mid-range performance in demanding field conditions. Its motorized zoom and focus mechanisms achieve full adjustments in ≤5 s and ≤1 s, reducing time to target and enhancing situational awareness. A line-of-sight (LOS) stabilization-ready design maintains image steadiness across the entire zoom range. An athermalized optical design ensures consistent focus and image quality despite temperature fluctuations.
“In portable and airborne surveillance missions, size and weight matter,” said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics. “The SupIR 16–80mm f/1.2 lens combines SXGA resolution with a compact, lightweight design, giving defense and security platforms the ability to achieve high-resolution thermal imaging at credible detection ranges while maintaining practical size and weight for integration.”
Measuring Ø93.6 × 108.4 mm and weighing 705 g, the SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 lens delivers a unique balance of resolution, detection range, and compact form factor, making it highly practical for surveillance. High durability and hard carbon coating versions are available to suit different operational requirements. The lens offers a wide field of view (WFOV) of 45° and a narrow field of view (NFOV) of 9°, providing flexibility for both broad situational awareness and focused target observation. To maximize imaging clarity, the lens achieves a high modulation transfer function (MTF), enhancing thermal contrast and fine detail to fully leverage SXGA detector performance. Its rugged construction, including IP67-sealed front elements and high-durability coatings, ensures reliable operation in harsh environments.
Availability:
The Ophir SupIR 16-80mm f/1.2 continuous zoom lens is available now. OEM pricing is available on request.
Sales Inquiries: mktg@mksinst.com
About MKS Inc.
MKS Inc. enables technologies that transform our world. We deliver foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. We apply our broad science and engineering capabilities to create instruments, subsystems, systems, process control solutions and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance, optimize productivity and enable unique innovations for many of the world’s leading technology and industrial companies. Our solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, speed, feature enhancement, and optimized connectivity. Our solutions are also critical to addressing ever-increasing performance requirements across a wide array of specialty industrial applications. Additional information can be found at www.mks.com.
About Ophir
Ophir is a brand within the MKS Photonics Solutions Division. The Ophir product portfolio consists of laser and LED measurement products, including laser power and energy meters, laser beam profilers measuring femto-watt to hundred-kilowatt lasers, high-performance IR and visible optical elements, IR thermal imaging lenses and zoom lenses for defense and commercial applications, OEM and replacement high-quality optics and sub-assemblies for CO2 and high-power fiber laser material processing applications. Ophir products enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. For more information, visit www.ophiropt.com.
Ophir Contact:
Vered Aizenshtat, Marcom Manager
Photonics Solution Division, Ophir Optics Business Unit
Science-Based Industrial Park, Har Hotzvim
Jerusalem 9145001, Israel
Tel: +972-52-2550566
E-mail: vered.aizenshtat@mks.com
Web: www.ophiropt.com/infrared-optics
PR Contact:
Shari Worthington
Telesian Technology
Telephone: +1 508-397-6345
Email: sharilee@telesian.com
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