Quick Take
When you are choosing a machine vision identification camera for inspection, barcode reading, or quality control, the first fork is how much of the imaging chain you need bundled together. These four industrial options span a listed price range of USD 49 to USD 449 and come from two automation brands: Keyence and Cognex. The central tension is straightforward: the Keyence camera hardware sits at the lower end of the price range, while the Cognex sensor with DataMan barcode positioning sits at the top. The XG-H500M name appears twice, so the difference between those two units is what comes with the camera head.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Camera Module Machine Vision w/ Lens | USD 49.00 | Used | |
| Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Machine Vision Camera w/ Wiring & Lens | USD 59.00 | Used | |
| Keyence XG-035M Industrial CCD Hi Speed Lens Digital Machine Vision Camera Unit | USD 69.00 | Used | |
| Cognex DMR-262QL-0540-P Industrial Machine Vision Camera / Sensor | USD 449.00 | New - Open box |
Decision Matrix
Start with the type of identification your line needs. If the task is part presence, inspection, or general machine vision, the Keyence XG-H500M and XG-035M units are the camera-first path. If the task is code reading and you want a Cognex sensor, the DMR-262QL-0540-P is the more direct fit.
- Keyence XG-H500M Camera Module with Lens - Best when you want the camera head and lens without extra components.
- Keyence XG-H500M with Wiring and Lens - Best when the cabling should be part of the same package.
- Keyence XG-035M - Best for speed-focused machine vision.
- Cognex DMR-262QL-0540-P - Best for a Cognex integration path.
Product Notes
Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Camera Module Machine Vision w/ Lens
The Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Camera Module Machine Vision w/ Lens is the simplest package in this group: a used Keyence XG-H500M camera head with a lens shown in the photos. It was recently retired from service by a local business, which explains the used condition. The reason to choose it is the straightforward combination of a Keyence camera module and lens without extra components. The limitation is that the unit comes exactly as pictured; only the lens is included, with no extra hardware beyond what the photos show.
Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Machine Vision Camera w/ Wiring & Lens
The Keyence XG-H500M Industrial Machine Vision Camera w/ Wiring & Lens pairs the same XG-H500M camera head with wiring and a lens in one used package. Like the other XG-H500M unit, it was recently retired from service, and only what appears in the images will be included. Pick this one when you want cabling handled in the same purchase rather than sourcing a lens and wires separately. The tradeoff is that the wiring is shown visually rather than described in detail, and the used condition means you are taking the unit exactly as pictured.
Keyence XG-035M Industrial CCD Hi Speed Lens Digital Machine Vision Camera Unit
The Keyence XG-035M Industrial CCD Hi Speed Lens Digital Machine Vision Camera Unit stands apart as a CCD-based high-speed lens unit with its country of origin identified as Japan. It was removed from a working environment and works, with great cosmetic condition and light wear from use. That working-history detail is a practical reason to consider it for high-speed CCD inspection applications. The limitation is that it is used and carries cosmetic wear, so you are not getting a factory-fresh unit. The camera unit itself is the focus of the sale.
Cognex DMR-262QL-0540-P Industrial Machine Vision Camera / Sensor
The Cognex DMR-262QL-0540-P Industrial Machine Vision Camera / Sensor is the only new-open-box product here and the only one described as wired. It is also the only model explicitly connected to the Cognex DataMan barcode line. The unit is positioned for automation, machine monitoring, and quality control and integrates easily with Cognex vision systems. If your project needs a DataMan barcode sensor that connects into a Cognex environment, this is the direction to take. The limitation is that open-box condition is not the same as a factory-sealed unit, so the packaging may show handling even though the product is labeled new.
Final Recommendation
For a straightforward camera-head option, start with the Keyence XG-H500M Camera Module with Lens. If you prefer the same camera family with everything bundled around the camera head, the Keyence XG-H500M with Wiring and Lens is the matching choice. For speed-focused machine vision, the Keyence XG-035M fits. For a Cognex integration path, the Cognex DMR-262QL-0540-P completes the shortlist. Together, these four options cover the main decision paths in machine vision identification.
