2004 Industrial Camera Press Releases

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- October 1, 2004- Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced the release of a new USB 2.0 digital camera aimed at the industrial market. The Lu080/Lu085 is an ultra-high-speed camera that possesses excellent sensitivity. This CMOS digital camera has been developed as a replacement camera for the Lu050/Lu055 camera.

The Lu080/Lu085 uses a 1/2" CMOS sensor that has a resolution of 640x480 pixels and can deliver image data at 130 frames per second at full resolution. Smaller regions of interest have higher frame rates. This camera is available in both board level (Lu080) and enclosed (Lu085) versions, is offered with either monochrome or colour capability and is fully supported by the Lumenera Software Developer's Kit with an application programming interface compatible with C++ and Visual Basic.

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu080/Lu085 cameras will be available for purchase as of December 2004. Lu080 unit pricing begins at only $845.00 USD and the Lu085 unit pricing begins at only $945.00 USD.

About Lumenera
Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

Industry veteran to head up U.S. operations in Boston, Massachusetts

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - September 6, 2004 - Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced the appointment of Drew Buttress as Director of Business Development, Industrial Division.

Mr. Buttress will be responsible for developing and managing the company's North American sales channel and distribution network, for Lumenera's flagship Industrial line of cameras.

Before joining Lumenera Corporation, Mr. Buttress served as a National Sales Manager, with BitFlow Inc., where he was responsible for managing and growing their North American direct sales force, VAR and Integrator network. Prior to his tenure with BitFlow, Mr. Buttress served the digital imaging industry for over 9 years having held Regional Sales Management positions with both Keystone Automation and Alacron. His previous experience includes over 13 years in both hardware and software design roles within the US Defence Industry. Mr. Buttress holds an Electrical Engineering Degree from Worchester Polytechnic Institute.

"I am pleased to welcome Drew to the team at a time when Lumenera products are gaining recognition and traction in North America", commented Greg Bell VP Sales, Lumenera Corporation. "Drew brings a wealth of experience that will serve as a remarkable asset to our Customers and the Company alike."

"I am very excited to be joining the team at Lumenera at this time," said Mr. Buttress. " I have been most impressed with Lumenera's focus on the customer. Lumenera continually strives to meet or exceed their customer's expectations. I am looking forward to building a North American sales channel and helping Lumenera grow its presence in the Industrial camera market."

Mr. Buttress will be based at the company's US headquarters in Boston.

About Lumenera

Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- August 18, 2004- Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced the release of a new USB 2.0 digital camera aimed at the industrial market. The Lu370/Lu375 is a high-resolution camera based on a quality CMOS sensor - ideal for offline inspection.

The Lu370/375 uses a 1/2" CMOS sensor with resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels and can deliver 6 frames per second at full resolution. Smaller regions of interest have higher frame rates. This camera is available in both board level (Lu370) and enclosed (Lu375) versions, is offered with color capability and is fully supported by the Lumenera Software Developer's Kit with an application programming interface compatible with C++ and Visual Basic.

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu370/Lu375 cameras will be available for purchase as of September. Lu370 unit pricing begins at only $1,345.00 USD and the Lu375 unit pricing begins at only $1,445.00 USD.

About Lumenera
Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- July 7, 2004- Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced it will be discontinuing production of the Lu 110/Lu115.

Lumenera recommends a replacement model, the Lu170/Lu175 camera series. The Lu170/Lu175 offers better sensitivity with even lower noise characteristics - similar to CCD performance. The Lu170/Lu175 camera offers a similar 1/2" CMOS sensor with a resolution of 1280x1024 pixels. Monochrome and color models are now shipping and these units are fully supported by the Lumenera Software Developer's Kit.

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu170 unit pricing begins at only $845.00 USD and the Lu175 color or monochrome pricing begins at only $945.00 USD.

About Lumenera
Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- July 5, 2004 - Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced the release of a new USB 2.0 digital camera aimed at the industrial market. The Lu160/Lu165 is a high-speed USB 2.0 camera based on a 1.4 mega pixel EXview HAD CCD sensor that provides high quality 8 or 10 bit capture in extreme low light conditions.

The Lu160/Lu165 uses a 2/3" CCD sensor with 1360 x 1024 pixel resolution and delivers image data at 15 frames per second. Live preview is provided with smaller region of interest. This camera is available in both board level (Lu160) and enclosed (Lu165) versions, is offered with colour or monochrome capability and is fully supported by the Lumenera Software Developer's Kit with an application programming interface compatible with C++ and Visual Basic.

"This model represents the ultimate in Lumenera's industrial camera line," stated Mr. Kevin Mayer Chief Technology Officer, Lumenera Corporation. "For applications requiring highest sensitivity, dynamic range and overall image quality, this CCD camera performs best in class."

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu160/Lu165cameras will be available for purchase as of August 2004. Lu160 unit pricing begins at only $3,145.00 USD and the Lu165 monochrome or color unit pricing begins at only $3,245.00 USD.

About Lumenera
Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- June 1,2004- Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced it will be discontinuing production of the Lu 050/Lu055. due to a supply chain shortage of the Kodak sensor integrated in the camera. The Lu050/Lu055 is a VGA digital camera with global shutter and external trigger.

Lumenera offers two replacement models, the Lu070/Lu075 and Lu080/Lu085 camera series. The Lu070/Lu075 offers higher sensitivity and increased overall image quality with a high performance 1/3" CCD sensor. Both monochrome and color models are now shipping. The Lu080/Lu085 offers a global shuttered 1/2" CMOS sensor providing faster frame rates for high-speed imaging and full sub-windowing capabilities.

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu070/Lu075 camera is available for purchase immediately and the Lu080/085 camera will be available as of October 2004.

Lu070/Lu075 and Lu80/Lu085 unit pricing begins at only $845.00/945.00 USD.

About Lumenera
Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.

High performance imaging even in low light conditions

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- May 10,2004 -Lumenera Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and imaging solutions, today announced the release of a new USB 2.0 digital camera aimed at the industrial market. The Lu070/Lu075 is a high-speed USB 2.0 camera, based on a high-quality CCD sensor with fast global shutter - ideal for capturing objects in motion.

The Lu070/Lu075 uses a highly sensitive 1/3" CCD sensor with a resolution of 640x480 pixels and can deliver image data at 60 frames per second at full resolution. Smaller 320x240 regions of interest have higher frame rates. This camera is available in both board level (Lu070) and enclosed (Lu075) versions, is offered with colour or monochrome capability and is fully supported by the Lumenera Software Developer's Kit with an application programming interface compatible with C++ and Visual Basic.

Lumenera is pleased to announce that the Lu070/Lu075cameras will be available for purchase as of June 2004.
Lu070 unit pricing begins at only $845.00 USD and the Lu075 unit pricing begins at only $945.00 USD.

About Lumenera

Lumenera Corporation, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions. Lumenera cameras are used worldwide in a diverse range of industrial, scientific and security applications.

Lumenera solutions provide unique combinations of speed, resolution and sensitivity in order to satisfy the most demanding digital imaging requirements. Lumenera's core competencies include digital bus technologies such as USB 2.0 and Ethernet as well as the integration of CMOS and CCD Sensors. Lumenera customers achieve the benefit of superior price to performance ratios and faster time to market with the company's commitment to high quality, cost effective product solutions.

Lumenera leverages its leading edge technology to provide customized design services, continuous innovation and licensing options to our OEM partners.

For further information about Lumenera, please visit www.lumenera.com or call 613-736-4077.