In today’s fast-evolving world of 3D digitization, 3D scanners have become essential 3D measurement tools across industries. Among the many factors that impact scanning results, the 3D camera lens plays a crucial role on DIY 3D scanner—not just in determining the 3D scanning area, but also in the final precision and modeling quality.
That’s where the interchangeable 3D camera lens design of the XX3D-SM02 DIY 3D scanner stands out.
Why Interchangeable 3D Camera Lenses Matter
Unlike scanners with fixed lenses, a DIY 3D scanner with interchangeable lenses gives you unmatched flexibility and adaptability. The XX3D-SM02 from Xiangxi Intelligent supports a variety of lens combinations—both the projector and camera lenses can be swapped to suit your needs.
Need to scan large objects like vehicle parts or industrial equipment? Choose the 8mm lens (JT081405V1) for speed and wide coverage. Working with medium-sized items like decorative pieces or handmade crafts? Go with the 16mm lens (JT162806V2) for a great balance between speed and detail. And for small, precision-critical components like mechanical gears or jewelry, the 35mm lens (JT352806V2) delivers unbeatable resolution and detail reproduction.
This flexibility means you can switch between tasks without switching devices—cutting costs, saving time, and boosting performance.
Side-by-Side Lens Comparison (Real Tests)
We tested the three lens configurations on the same object. Here’s how they performed:
| Lens Setup | Projector | Camera | Scan Area | Precision | Best Use | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Format | 8mm (JT081405V1) | 8mm (JT081405V1) | 430×245mm | ★★☆☆☆ | Large object scanning, fast modeling | Wide coverage, fast speed | Lower precision, blurry texture |
| Medium Format | 16mm (JT162806V2) | 16mm (JT162806V2) | 210×120mm | ★★★★☆ | Balanced scenes | Clear detail, good speed | Slightly lower precision than 35mm |
| Small Format | 25mm (JT252806V1) | 35mm (JT352806V2) | 96×54mm | ★★★★★ | Precision components, fine modeling | High resolution, rich detail | Narrow field, lower efficiency |
3D Scanning Applications & Recommendations
Choosing the right lens depends on your project:
- Large-Scale Projects: The 8mm lens excels in capturing full shapes of big items rapidly—perfect for creating base models of large-scale industrial parts.
- Everyday Design or Mid-Sized Models: The 16mm lens ensures a great balance of clarity and efficiency, ideal for general-purpose 3D modeling tasks.
- Precision Engineering or Quality Control: The 35mm lens shines in capturing micro-details, ensuring you don’t miss a single contour.
Thanks to this modular lens system, the XX3D-SM02 DIY 3D scanner transforms into an all-in-one 3D measurement tool that adapts to nearly any scanning task—from rough modeling to precision inspection.
Ready to Upgrade Your 3D Scanning Workflow?
If you’re looking for a DIY 3D scanner that combines scene flexibility with professional-grade precision, visit Xiangxi Intelligent today to explore our full product lineup.
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XX-3DTECH (Xiangxi Intelligent technology) is a national high-tech enterprise focusing on the core components of micro and nano 3D machine vision. We have the core hardware design and development capabilities, parts and finished product manufacturing capabilities and professional software development capabilities of 3D machine vision. We have developed several machine vision products which include 3D AOI core module, 3D structured light, structured light 3D camera, structured light 3D scanner and structured light 3D inspection machines, and we have more than 20 core technology intellectual property rights such as invention patents and software copyrights.
