Fiber optic modules having a fiber tray, optical-to-optical fiber optic connectors, and methods thereof

Fiber optic modules (100), fiber optic connectors (12), and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a fiber optic module (100) includes a body (110) and a fiber tray (120). The body includes a fiber tray recess (118) extending from a first surface, a fiber-end datum surface (114) positioned at an end of the fiber tray recess, and a plurality of lens surfaces (130). The plurality of lens surfaces, the fiber-end datum surface, and intervening portions of the body define a plurality of lenses each having a linear optical axis. The fiber tray includes a plurality of fiber support features (122) disposed on a first surface. The plurality of fiber support features is configured to receive a plurality of optical fibers. The fiber tray is disposed within the fiber tray recess and secured to the body.