Choosing the right machine vision identification piece isn't just about picking a camera. You also need to know whether you're buying a cable, a complete camera, or a camera module that works inside a vision system. The lineup here makes that trade-off visible: a Keyence CA-CH3 cable, a KEYENCE CA-HX200M camera, a Keyence XG-H2100M industrial camera module, and an Epson R12B120359 CV1 standard resolution camera. The listed prices cover a wide spread, so the right choice depends on whether you're replacing a cable, building a camera station, or servicing a vision system.
Quick take
Quick take: The Keyence CA-CH3 is the practical pick if your CA-series machine vision camera already works and you just need a replacement cable. If you want a used camera that is ready to pair with optics, the CA-HX200M is the more complete option. If you'd rather spend less on a used Keyence camera module, the XG-H2100M is worth a look. For a new camera in this group, the Epson R12B120359 is the only new unit.
Listed-price comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Keyence CA-CH3 Machine Vision Camera Cable 3M 10ft | $34.52 | |
| KEYENCE MACHINE VISION CAMERA WITH LENS CA-HX200M W/F1.4/12MM | $249.99 | |
| Keyence XG-H2100M Industrial Machine Vision Camera Module w/ Lens | $119.00 | |
| Epson R12B120359 CV1 Standard Resolution Machine Vision Camera CV1 Vision System | $332.49 |
Decision matrix
- Need a replacement cable? The CA-CH3 is the cable.
- Need a used camera that already includes optics? The CA-HX200M is the complete option.
- Need a lower-priced used Keyence camera module? The XG-H2100M is the less expensive module.
- Need a new camera for an Epson CV1 vision system? The R12B120359 is the new Epson option.
Product notes
Keyence CA-CH3 Machine Vision Camera Cable 3M 10ft
At $34.52, this is the lowest-priced item in the group and it is not a camera at all. It is a used 10ft / 3m cable for Keyence CA-series machine vision cameras. If your camera is already in place and the existing cable cannot reach, this is a straightforward cable replacement. With a KEYENCE brand and CA-series compatibility, it lines up with an existing Keyence camera. The limitation is simple: it gives you a cable, not an imaging sensor. You still need a camera, and because this is a used cable, you should expect normal signs of prior industrial use.
KEYENCE MACHINE VISION CAMERA WITH LENS CA-HX200M W/F1.4/12MM
Priced at $249.99, the CA-HX200M is the used camera in this group that comes with a lens already included. The product name includes the F1.4/12mm lens, so this is a more complete starting point if you need both optics and sensor. It is sold as used industrial surplus. The trade-off is that you pay more than the XG-H2100M module while getting a used unit rather than a new one. If a Keyence CA-HX200M camera is what your line needs, the lens is already part of the purchase.
Keyence XG-H2100M Industrial Machine Vision Camera Module w/ Lens
At $119.00, the XG-H2100M is the lower-priced Keyence camera option here. It is a used industrial machine vision camera module with a lens shown in the picture. If you want a Keyence-branded module and are comfortable with a unit recently retired from service, it costs less than the CA-HX200M. The limitation is that this is a module, not a complete camera station, and the purchase includes just the module and lens shown. The XG-H2100M name points to the Keyence XG line, which distinguishes it from the CA-series camera in this comparison.
Epson R12B120359 CV1 Standard Resolution Machine Vision Camera CV1 Vision System
The Epson R12B120359 is the new camera in this group, listed at $332.49. It is a standard resolution camera designed for Epson CV1 vision systems, with cable termination and a single unit quantity. If you need a new, rather than used, camera for a CV1 installation, this is the one. Its country of origin is listed as Germany. The main limitation is price and resolution: it is the highest-priced item here, and standard resolution means it is not pitched as a high-resolution model. For a CV1 vision system that calls for the R12B120359 part number, it is the direct choice.
Final recommendation by use case
For cable replacement, choose the CA-CH3. For a used camera with optics already matched, choose the CA-HX200M. For a lower-priced used Keyence module, choose the XG-H2100M. For a new Epson camera, choose the R12B120359.
