Verifiable specification comparison · Daheng Imaging

Daheng Imaging MER2-160-249U3C-HS alternative from Hikrobot

Hikrobot replacement options for the Daheng Imaging MER2-160-249U3C-HS: the closest models, what differs (resolution, frame rate, interface, sensor) and what to check before switching.

Comparison with Hikrobot models

Hikrobot MV-CA016-10UC matches the MER2-160-249U3C-HS on resolution, frame rate and interface.

Check before ordering:
  • Frame rate: 249.1 instead of 249.2 fps (-0.04 %).
  • Software, SDK, connectors, mount and dimensions require a separate engineering check.
  • The lens mount differs: check the fit and the flange distance of your current lens.

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MV-CA016-10UC
Trade-off — needs agreement
The search threshold is met, but this is not a replacement without trade-offs.
Trade-offs to settle before you choose:
  • Frame rate: 249.1 instead of 249.2 fps (-0.04 %).
  • The lens mount differs: check the fit and the flange distance of your current lens.
View MV-CA016-10UC in the catalog
Specification comparison
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SpecificationCompetitorOur modelDifference
Resolution 1440 × 1080 px 1440 × 1080 px Matches
Pixel size 3.45 × 3.45 µm 3.45 × 3.45 µm Matches
Sensor Sony IMX273 Sony IMX273 Matches
Shutter type Global Global Matches
Mono/color Color Color Matches
Spectral range Visible range Visible range Matches
Frame rate 249.2 fps 249.1 fps Trade-off
Interface USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B Matches
Lens mount C, CS C Trade-off
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MV-CS016-10UC V5.0
Trade-off — needs agreement
The search threshold is met, but this is not a replacement without trade-offs.
Trade-offs to settle before you choose:
  • Frame rate: 249.1 instead of 249.2 fps (-0.04 %).
  • The lens mount differs: check the fit and the flange distance of your current lens.
Specification comparison
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SpecificationCompetitorOur modelDifference
Resolution 1440 × 1080 px 1440 × 1080 px Matches
Pixel size 3.45 × 3.45 µm 3.45 × 3.45 µm Matches
Sensor Sony IMX273 Sony IMX273 Matches
Shutter type Global Global Matches
Mono/color Color Color Matches
Spectral range Visible range Visible range Matches
Frame rate 249.2 fps 249.1 fps Trade-off
Interface USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B Matches
Lens mount C, CS C Trade-off
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MV-CT0CU0016/G
Trade-off — needs agreement
The search threshold is met, but this is not a replacement without trade-offs.
Trade-offs to settle before you choose:
  • Connector: Type-C instead of USB3 Micro-B — the system has to be checked.
  • Frame rate: 249 instead of 249.2 fps (-0.08 %).
  • The lens mount differs: check the fit and the flange distance of your current lens.
The sensor part number is not confirmed in this comparison: we compare by resolution, pixel size, frame or line rate and interface.
View MV-CT0CU0016/G in the catalog
Specification comparison
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SpecificationCompetitorOur modelDifference
Resolution 1440 × 1080 px 1440 × 1080 px Matches
Pixel size 3.45 × 3.45 µm 3.45 × 3.45 µm Matches
Sensor Sony IMX273 Not specified Confirm from the datasheet
Shutter type Global Global Matches
Mono/color Color Color Matches
Spectral range Visible range Visible range Matches
Frame rate 249.2 fps 249 fps Trade-off
Interface USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · Type-C Trade-off
Lens mount C, CS C Trade-off
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MER2-160-249U3C-HS specifications
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SpecificationCompetitor value
Resolution 1440 × 1080 px
Pixel size 3.45 × 3.45 µm
Sensor Sony IMX273
Shutter type Global
Mono/color Color
Spectral range Visible range
Frame rate 249.2 fps
Interface USB3 · 5 Gbit/s · USB3 Micro-B
Lens mount C, CS
Specification sources
Manually checked: 2026-09-08
The spectral range is taken as visible: the manufacturer lists no variant of this model outside the visible range.


Scope of the comparison. The comparison covers only the specifications listed, taken from published sources. It is not a statement of compatibility or interchangeability. Third-party names and trademarks are used solely to identify the products being compared; the rights to them belong to their respective owners. Software, SDK, connectors, mount and dimensions require a separate engineering check.