MOBILE TECHNOLOGY
Samsung's latest cameraphone sensor has backside
illumination, zero shutter lag
By
Emily
Price , 14:44 February 27, 2012
Samsung
has unveiled a new 1/3.2-inch 8-megapixel CMOS imager
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Samsung
has unveiled a new 1/3.2-inch 8-megapixel CMOS imager, the S5K3H7, which
utilizes 1.4um backside illuminated (BSI) pixel technology for capturing photos
in low-light situations. The sensor is designed to be used in high-end
smartphones, and promises zero shutter lag, along with the ability to capture
1080p video at 30fps while using less power than the sensors that came before
it.
The
high-speed sensor can be used to specifically capture photos of fast-moving
objects, such as players during a sports game or pets. The sensor can also
capture 720p video at 120fps, and VGA-quality video at 240fps.
The
imaging chips are set to go into production in the next few months. There's no
word on what phones will ultimately include the sensors.
Source:
Engadget
