Contrast Optical Design & Engineering, Inc.

Welcome to Contrast

At Contrast, we know that there is often a wide range of possible solutions to any given problem. We also know that the best solutions often take the simplest, most natural forms. Nature provides countless examples of efficient solutions to complex problems. Here at Contrast, we strive for the same efficiency in absolutely every aspect of design, engineering, analysis, testing, integration, and in fact, everything we do. Contrast is dedicated to the art of optical system design with a keen eye toward manufacturability and full system implementation. We provide a variety of products and services to turn your toughest engineering problems into solutions.

Real Time High-Dynamic Range Imaging

Contrast is pleased to annouce the world's first real-time high-dynamic range camera, the ECHO HDR Camera.

This revolutionary camera allows image capture of HDR, HD resolution (1080p) at 30 frames/sec. This camera system provides pixel-to-pixel registration and yields over 20 f-stops of dynamic range in a single image. Robust, proprietary image processing and tonemapping algorithms allow the ECHO to be used for a variety of imaging applications including industrial, military, medical and, of course, cinematograghy.

Contrast Optical has a library of photos and videos taken with the ECHO and are currently available to select potential investors and teammates. Learn More about the ECHO here or contact us to view the photo and video library and learn about our investment opportunities for this ground-breaking imaging technology.

Featured Product: Optical Mounts

Now available from Contrast Optical, the new DNO-Series optical mount. This patent pending optical mount has a quick-release cell, direct drive (no springs) and zero coupling between axes. The mount has high-vibration resistance with a first mode >450Hz. Vacuum compatible version available. learn more...

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How we work

Our clients think of us as their very own in-house optical, mechanical, and systems engineering experts.

Some of our clients have very specific design or analysis projects, with well-defined starting and stopping points. Some of our clients keep us on retainer, calling us only when immediate needs come up. Some of our clients have a continuous, but only part-time, need for expert opinions and advice.

If you have a short-term or part-time need for an optics expert or an opto-mechanical engineer or an electronics expert, why hire a new employee when we can fill that need for you?

Give us a call or drop us a line and let’s discuss how we can help you. We can work with you to define a plan of action, and then we can put together an estimate or a quote for the work you need done.

We accept all major credit cards, and we also accept Purchase Orders from qualified organizations. We can start working for you today!

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