Multidirectional MTF measurement system for analyzing image processing systems in real time

The new RealMTF™ allows you to easily determine the imaging limits of the imaging systems you use (lenses in combination with the camera system you intend to use) and supports high-resolution camera systems (4K and 8K).

Evaluation

The system offers continuous evaluation of the imaging performance (MTF) during the adjustment of the imaging system (focus, aperture, zoom ...) and thus allows the optimization of the imaging properties of your selected components "on the fly".

The system allows the selection of any test pattern with free rotation of the ROI (ROI = Region of Interest). This results in the possibility of multidirectional measurement with output of the respective measured variables (see figure on the left).

OETF Analysis

In conjunction with suitable reference light sources, the system allows the opto-electrical transfer function (OETF) to be determined.

This enables the system to evaluate and check the gamma correction of your chosen camera in conjunction with our TSUBOSAKA precision light sources.

As a result, the system generates the look-up table (LUT), which in turn can be used directly for MTF measurements.

Support of various camera interfaces

Thanks to its flexible design, the system can be used with various camera interfaces:

Currently supported:

  • SDI/HDMI inputs with devices from Blackmagic Design
  • Machine vision cameras according to GenICam standard
  • Phantom high-speed camera from Vision Research
  • Digital camera control and image acquisition with USB connection
  • Offline measurement of the image file

Test pattern

We offer a large number of different test samples for the most application-oriented evaluation possible.

The patterns currently offered include

Edge test, sine wave, arrow diagram, wedge pattern, Siemens star, megacycle map, noise pattern, 2d DFT, luminance profile and OETF test.

If you require additional patterns, please contact us for your specific requirements.

More about this technology

The innovative RealMTF system is based on the "Omni-Sine method" developed by Kenichiro Masaoka (NHK Corporation).

Details on this approach can be found under the following link:

https://www.nhk.or.jp/strl/english/publica/bt/84/4.html