Shanghai, China, October 24, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced three new CMOS image sensors of SmartSens Advanced Imaging (AI) Series, the 2-MegaPixel (MP) SC235AI, the 4MP SC435AI, and the 8MP SC835AI. Leveraging SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-3 and Lightbox IR®, the three BSI image sensors provide superior performance in low light imaging, imaging at high temperatures, low power consumption, etc., which makes them ideal for camera upgrades of AIoT and security applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260837627392935.png"/></div>Main features Low light imagingSC235AI, SC435AI, and SC835AI utilize SmartClarity®-3 and Lightbox IR® to achieve enhanced imaging performance in low-light or dark environments. SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology and the BSI pixel structure equip the three sensors to achieve growth in sensitivity and Quantum Efficiency (QE). At the 520nm wavelength of visible light, the QE of SC235AI and SC435AI are more than 22% and 28% higher than their predecessors, respectively. In the meantime, Lightbox IR® provides significant improvement in the sensors’ Near-Infrared (NIR) sensitivity via processes including Optical Modulator (OM) and Deep Trench Isolation (DTI), and hence reduced pixel crosstalk. Compared with its predecessor, SC835AI has a 75% jump in QE at the 850nm wavelength, and a 94% surge in QE at the 940nm wavelength, enabling its clear, accurate image capture in low light conditions.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260836881943833.png"/></div>The three new sensors support 2-exposure staggered HDR mode. SC835AI has a 3dB rise in dynamic range and a 28% fall in Read Noise (RN) when compared with its predecessor, yielding its image output with highlight and shadow details even in strong light/illumination environments. In addition, SmartSens’ upgraded color process brings image outputs with vivid colors. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260836969193167.png"/></div>Imaging at high temperaturesUsing SmartSens’ advanced technologies such as ultra-low noise readout circuit, etc., the three sensors deliver optimized imaging performance at high temperatures. At a temperature of 80°C, SC835AI has significant reductions of 39% in DarkCurrent (DC), 69% in Dark Shading, and 49% in White Pixel (WP) when compared with its predecessor, thereby enabling its high-quality, stable image output in high-temperature environments. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260837175395876.png"/></div>Low power consumptionThe precise control of internal modules equips the three sensors to achieve low power consumption. At a frame rate of 30fps, the power consumption of SC835AI is less than 204mW, which effectively saves power and reduces the heat of the whole camera during all-day operation. “The SC235AI, SC435AI, and SC835AI image sensors, containing two digits ‘35’, are named after SmartSens’ first best-selling security CIS, SC1035,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology. “The three new sensors utilize SmartClarity®-3 and Lightbox IR® to achieve superior performance in low light imaging, imaging at high temperatures, low power consumption, etc., which are ideal for camera upgrades of AIoT and security applications. SmartSens is now on a mission to develop more high-performance CIS solutions that end with ‘35AI’, helping to drive the improvement of AIoT and security industry.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260837219156788.png"/></div>SC235AI, SC435AI, and SC835AI are sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q1 2024. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Adds Three New CMOS Image Sensors to Its AI Series for AIoT and Security Applications

Shanghai, China, October 20, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC535HGS, the 5-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for industrial machine vision camera. Utilizing Smartsens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus, analog circuit, single-frame knee point HDR, etc., this BSI global shutter CIS features exceptional imaging performance, High Dynamic Range (HDR), and high speed, delivering fast, precise image output to industrial machine vision applications such as industrial inspection.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260383523107098.jpg"/></div>Main features Exceptional imaging performanceThe 5MP SC535HGS image sensor achieves exceptional imaging performance with its advantages including: 1) High QE and FWC: Employing SmartGS®-2 Plus technology, SC535HGS achieves peak QE and FWC of up to 91% and 16.6ke- respectively, approximately over 21% and 38% higher than similar products in the industry, enabling its precise image capture in low-light conditions. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260426779206578.jpg"/></div>2) Low noise: The High Density MIM (HD MIM) and SmartGS®-2 Plus used on SC535HGS yield significant improvement in noise control, thus the noise reduction performance of this global shutter sensor is close to rolling shutter CISs. SC535HGS has Read Noise (RN) of down to 2.44e- and Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) of down to 2e-, which are more than 30% and 72% lower than its predecessor respectively. At a temperature of 80°C, SC535HGS has DarkCurrent (DC) of down to 450e-/s, around 46% lower than its predecessor. These result in the sensor’s clear, detailed image output, even at high temperatures.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260457077567651.jpg"/></div> High Dynamic Range (HDR)Unlike conventional HDR imaging, SC535HGS leverages SmartSens’ single-frame knee point HDR approach, which achieves non-linear optical response by expanding the dynamic range of the sensor via the control of pixel imaging sequence. As a result, the global shutter SC535HGS image sensor produces artifact-free HDR images with a dynamic range of up to 78dB, supporting high-end industrial machine vision applications to capture clear, precise images with rich highlight and shadow details under complex lighting conditions, and thus improving efficiency and quality control of production lines. High speedTo address the need of real-time image data capture and processing, SC535HGS is equipped with multiple interfaces, high shutter speed and frame rate. SC535HGS supports both LVDS and MIPI interface, which allows for flexible, quick image data transmission. Furthermore, SC535HGS has Parasitic Light Sensitivity (PLS) of over 40000 and a frame rate of 80fps, enabling its fast, accurate image capture at high-speed operation environments such as production lines. “With the newest addition, SC535HGS, SmartSens CIS solution for industrial machine vision applications now features resolution of up to 5MP,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of SmartSens Technology, “The SC535HGS image sensor brings together high QE and FWC, single-frame knee point HDR, high speed, low noise, etc., which makes it ideal for high-end industrial machine vision applications such as barcode scanning and industrial inspection.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1699260529033608716.png"/></div>SC535HGS is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com. About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Announces 5MP Global Shutter CMOS Image Sensor for Industrial Machine Vision Camera

Shanghai, China, September 28, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC1320CS, a 13-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Cellphone Sensor (CS) Series. Incorporating SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartClarity®-3, this BSI image sensor in 23.61mm2 chip size features higher sensitivity, improved dynamic range, better noise control, etc., delivering excellent image quality to smartphone rear-facing main cameras, ultra-wide cameras, front-facing cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="1" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1696816390170624720.png"/></div>Main features Clear capture of day/night scenesThe BSI SC1320CS image sensor provides light sensitivity improvement by employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartClarity®-3 and SFCPixel®. Compared with its predecessor, SC1320CS achieves a 23% growth in sensitivity and a 12% rise in Quantum Efficiency (QE), enabling better imaging performance in low-light conditions. SC1320CS has a 4dB improvement in dynamic range when compared with its predecessor, retaining more image highlight and shadow details, thus depicting fine images of day/night scenes.SC1320CS supports Phase Detection AutoFocus (PDAF) technology, which enables cameras’ fast, precise image output, thereby helping smartphone users capture everyday moments at their fingertips. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="1" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1696816389751671932.png"/></div>Excellent image qualitySmartSens’ ultra-low noise readout circuit enables enhanced noise control of the SC1320CS image sensor. SC1320CS achieves Read Noise (RN) and Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) of less than 1.1e- and less than 0.2e- respectively, approximately 48% and 30% lower than similar CISs in the industry. The PRNU and white pixel are about 16% and 65% less than similar CISs in the industry. These noise control capabilities result in sharper, more defined image output. SmartSens’ upgraded color process equips the sensor with stunning image output. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="1" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1696816390024757717.jpg"/></div>In addition, SC1320CS comes in a 23.61mm2 chip size, which is 14% less than similar CISs in the industry, allowing for size shrinking of smartphone camera modules, thus providing space saving for smartphone hardware integration. “SmartSens’ latest CS Series image sensor, SC1320CS, features higher sensitivity, improved dynamic range, and better noise control, etc., and supports PDAF technology, delivering excellent image quality to smartphone cameras,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology. “SmartSens will expand its CS Series with more high-performance CIS solutions, pushing the development of smartphone imaging technology to new levels.” <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="1" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1696816389808729610.png"/></div>SC1320CS is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Announces New 13MP CMOS Image Sensor for Smartphone Cameras

Shanghai, China, September 19, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced two new additions to SmartSens Linear Sensor (LA) Series, the 8K resolution SC830LA and the 16K resolution SC1630LA. Utilizing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartClarity®-3 and analog circuit, the two BSI image sensors with stitching process incorporate high Quantum Efficiency (QE), high line rate, low power consumption, and low noise, along with 32x analog gain and conversion gains, bringing fast, premium vision outputs to high-end industrial line scan cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1695779356406037171.jpg"/></div>Main features 8K/16K vision outputsBoth SC830LA and SC1630LA achieve high QE, high line rate, and low power consumption, by employing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-3 and analog circuit. The stitching process enables ultra-high resolution and significant QE improvement of the two BSI image sensors. Both SC830LA and SC1630LA have QE of up to 90%, which is around 23% higher than similar products in the industry, allowing for industrial monitoring and analysis in low-light/illumination conditions. The two sensors support 32x analog gain, which significantly reduces their power consumption in operation. Compared with similar products in the industry, SC830LA and SC1630LA provide around 60% power consumption savings, supporting industrial line scan cameras in long-hour operation with less heat generated. In terms of line rate, SC830LA reaches high line rate of up to 200kHz, enabling its fast image capture for industrial applications such as industrial automation and object tracking. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1695779353803534411.jpg"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1695780271075240055.jpg"/></div>In addition, both sensors have monochrome and color versions. The monochrome version supports 1-line, 2-line, 3-line, and 4-line modes, which can be selectively enabled for better image quality. The color version supports quadlinear mode (in RGBW), which delivers precise vision outputs with rich details in true-to-life colors. Enhanced image qualityTo deal with complex lighting conditions in industrial inspection, SC830LA and SC1630LA are equipped with conversion gains technology, which selectively switches between High Conversion Gain (HCG) and Low Conversion Gain (LCG) modes according to the lighting conditions, resulting in the sensors’ optimized performance in dynamic range and noise control. In low light/illumination conditions, the HCG mode of the sensor is enabled to achieve higher sensitivity. SC830LA and SC1630LA have Full Well Capacity (FWC) of up to 10ke-, Maximum Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MaxSNR) of up to 40dB, and Read Noise (RN) of down to 4.77e-, yielding clearer image output with accurate details and reduced noise. In strong light/illumination conditions, the LCG mode of the sensor is enabled automatically. SC830LA and SC1630LA reach FWC of up to 34ke-, MaxSNR of up to 45dB, and RN of down to 6.8e-, offering defined, precise images. Thus, SC830LA and SC1630LA with conversion gains can further ensure the reliability and precision of industrial inspection. “SmartSens’ new ultra-high resolution Linear CMOS image sensors, SC830LA and SC1630LA, meet the evolving market needs for high-end industrial cameras,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology. “As a technology-driven CIS supplier, SmartSens will be committed to research and innovation in advanced imaging technology, developing more high-performance, reliable vision solutions for industrial applications.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1695780839939255622.png"/></div>Both SC830LA and SC1630LA are sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Unveils 8K and 16K Linear CMOS Image Sensors for Industrial Line Scan Cameras

Shanghai, China, August 24, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC533AT, a 5-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade RGB-IR CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Automotive Sensor (AT) Series. The SC533AT image sensor is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B compliant. Utilizing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus, this BSI global shutter image sensor incorporates enhanced imaging performance with improved IR light sensitivity, bringing fast, precise image output to automotive in-cabin monitoring applications such as Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and Occupant Monitoring System (OMS). <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1693274530270657309.png"/></div>SmartSens AT Series now features eleven automotive-grade CISs with resolution from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for automotive viewing applications, automotive sensing applications, and automotive in-cabin monitoring applications. Main Features Enhanced imaging performanceEmploying SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus, and SFCPixel®, the SC533AT image sensor with a pixel size of 2.2µm features high resolution, high shutter speed, excellent chroma, and low noise, producing fast, precise image capture during the drive. SC533AT has a 5MP resolution and wide angle of view to capture clear, accurate images with rich details. In terms of shutter speed, SC533AT achieves PLS of up to 20000, significantly higher than that of 3.0µm FSI global shutter image sensors in the industry, yielding its high-speed, high-quality image capture during the drive. SmartSens’ upgraded color process enables advancements in chroma for normal A and chroma for D65, bringing vivid colors to the sensor’s image output. SmartSens’ ultra-low noise readout circuit and the High Density MIM (HD MIM) on SC533AT allow for better noise reduction, and imaging at high temperatures. SC533AT has PRNU of down to 0.69%, resulting in clear, low-noise image output with rich details. At a temperature of 80℃, SC533AT maintains low DarkCurrent (DC), ensuring high-quality, stable image output during long-hour operation even in high-temperature environments. Therefore, SC533AT’s fast, precise image output supports DMS or OMS in detecting drivers/occupants’ actions and distractions, thereby promoting driving safety. Improved IR light sensitivityCMOS image sensors with RGB-IR are ideal for high-end DMS or OMS, especially in low-light conditions such as night drive. SC533AT equips LightBox IR®, which enables improved IR light sensitivity via the upgraded Deep Trench Isolation (DTI). In addition, the SC533AT image sensor achieves high QE at both 850nm and 940nm. These result in the sensor’s excellent imaging performance in low-light environments. “SmartSens addresses the needs of high-end DMS/OMS with SC533AT, a 5MP automotive-grade RGB-IR CMOS image sensor,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology. “This RGB-IR BSI global shutter image sensor incorporates enhanced imaging performance with improved IR light sensitivity. Its small pixel size of 2.2µm allows for size shrink of automotive camera modules, which can be flexibly placed in the cabin. Compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B, the SC533AT image sensor serves as a high-performance, reliable solution for automotive in-cabin applications such as DMS and OMS to promote driving safety, thereby empowering the development of intelligent vehicles.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1693274436983140064.png"/></div>SC533AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com. About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Releases New 5MP Automotive-Grade RGB-IR Global Shutter CMOS Image Sensor for In-Cabin Monitoring Applications

Shanghai, China, August 8, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced two new SmartSens Advanced Imaging (AI) Series CMOS image sensors, the 4-MegaPixel (MP) SC431AI and the 2MP SC231AI. Utilizing SmartSens’ latest technology, SmartClarity®-3, both sensors deliver enhanced performance in full-color night vision, low power consumption, and imaging at high temperatures, which are ideal for AIoT and security applications such as home IP cameras and multi-camera security systems. SmartClarity®-3 integrates multiple advanced technologies, including 12-inch wafer process, SFCPixel®, PixGain, NIR+, ultra-low noise readout circuit, and color process, allowing for sensors’ full-color night vision at star-light level, high dynamic range, improved NIR light sensitivity, and thereby launching the next-generation upgrades of SmartSens AI Series. Main features Full-color night visionEmploying SmartClarity®-3 technology, both SC431AI and SC231AI feature improved imaging performance in full-color night vision. SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology and the advanced BSI pixel structure enable both sensors to achieve high sensitivity and Quantum Efficiency (QE). Take SC431AI as an example. SC431AI has QE of up to 88% at the 520nm wavelength of visible light, and up to 23% at the 850nm wavelength of NIR light. Compared with its predecessor, SC431AI has a 28% increase in Full Well Capacity (FWC), a 1dB rise in Maximum Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Max SNR), and a 4dB growth in dynamic range, yielding its clear image captures with rich highlight and shadow details in daytime or night scenes. In addition, SmartSens’ upgraded color process brings vivid colors to the sensors’ image output.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1692066695343735808.jpg"/></div>Imaging at high temperaturesBoth sensors produce images with optimized performance even at high temperatures, by leveraging SmartSens’ advanced technologies including ultra-low noise readout circuit. Compared with its predecessor, SC231AI has a 36% drop in PRNU and an 8% reduction in Read Noise (RN). At a temperature of 80°C, SC231AI has a 54% fall in Dark Current (DC) and a 63% slump in Dark Shading when compared with its predecessor, resulting in its high-quality image output in high-temperature environments. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1692066716005610621.jpg"/></div>Low power consumptionThe precise control of internal modules drops the power consumption of both sensors. At a frame rate of 30fps, SC431AI and SC231AI achieve significantly low power consumption of less than 75mW and less than 100mW, respectively, supporting battery-powered cameras like home IP cameras to capture videos 24/7. “The booming of AI-enabled IoT and security applications drives the demands for cameras with improved overall performance,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology. “The two new AI Series image sensors, SC431AI and SC231AI, employs SmartSens’ latest SmartClarity®-3 technology, delivering enhanced performance in full-color night vision, low power consumption, and imaging at high temperatures. SmartSens is planning to launch more next-generation AI Series image sensors with SmartClarity®-3, addressing customers’ needs to create high-performance, cost-effective AI-enabled vision solutions.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1692066091477509195.png"/></div>SC431AI &amp; SC231AI are sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Announces Two New AI Series CMOS Image Sensors for AIoT and Security Applications

Shanghai, China, June 29, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC130AT, a 1.3-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Automotive Sensor (AT) Series. The SC130AT image sensor is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 compliant. Utilizing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-2, PixGain HDR®, and the upgraded Raw algorithms, this BSI image sensor with large pixel size features enhanced full-color night vision, High Dynamic Range (HDR), and advanced image quality, which makes it ideal for automotive surround view cameras.SmartSens AT Series now features ten automotive-grade CISs with resolution from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for automotive viewing applications, automotive sensing applications, and automotive in-cabin monitoring applications.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1688434682106228656.png"/></div> Enhanced full-color night visionEmploying SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-2, SFCPixel®, and PixGain, SC130AT with a large pixel size of 3.75μm features high sensitivity, high Full Well Capacity (FWC), and low noise with conversion gains, thereby delivering high-quality, reliable image output to automotive surround view systems under low light/illumination conditions. SC130AT achieves a sensitivity of up to 12370mV/lux·s, which is approximately 54% higher than its predecessor, enabling its bright, clear image capture in low-light environments. The FWC of SC130AT is up to 27000e-, which is roughly 69% higher than its predecessor, resulting in significant increase in image brightness and clarity under low-light conditions such as night drive. Equipped with SmartSens’ advanced ultra-low noise readout circuit and upgraded color process, the sensor has Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) of down to 0.09e- at 16x gain, which is about 31% lower than its predecessor. In addition, the SC130AT image sensor achieves 0% blooming, which brings about lower noise, and more accurate chroma of the image output. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1688435436329292504.jpg"/></div>High Dynamic Range (HDR)In addition to Staggered HDR, SC130AT supports PixGain HDR®, a SmartSens’ proprietary technology that combines different conversion gains of the same frame, and thus ensuring the accurate image capture during high-speed drive and avoiding motion artifacts. The SC130AT image sensor delivers 120dB HDR, providing automotive surround view systems with clear image capture with highlight and shadow details across a range of challenging lighting conditions, thereby promoting driving safety. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1688435436419276259.jpg"/></div>Advanced image qualitySC130AT delivers more advanced image quality with upgraded ISP algorithms. Raw domain algorithms such as noise reduction, adaptive purple fringing correction, and HDR fusion have been upgraded, resulting in significant improvement in image clarity and image details, as well as effective removal of color deviation of the image. With enhanced color accuracy and image quality, this sensor can further support automotive surround view systems to identify obstacles in the surroundings accurately. For variable lighting conditions such as tunnel entrance and exit, the upgraded Raw algorithms enable SC130AT to capture clear images with rich details for automotive surround view systems during the drive. “Intelligent automotive applications such as automotive surround view systems are widely adopted to promote driving safety, which requires clear, precise image capture,” said Mr. Kevin Shao, Vice President of Automotive Division at SmartSens Technology. “As the new addition to SmartSens automotive imaging solutions, the automotive-grade SC130AT image sensor achieves advancement in low-light imaging and HDR, delivering precise, reliable image capture for automotive surround view systems to improve automotive system performance and promote driving safety, which further leads to the acceleration of intelligent automotive industry.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img size="5" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1688434682088217701.png"/></div>SC130AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Introduces New 1.3MP Automotive-Grade CMOS Image Sensor with Large Pixel Size for Automotive Surround View Cameras

Shanghai, China, May 25, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS Image Sensor supplier, recently announced two new high frame rate CMOS image sensors for industrial machine vision cameras, the 2-MegaPixel (MP) SC235HGS and the 1.3MP SC135HGS. Incorporating SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus, the two sensors achieve high imaging performance, high speed, and high dynamic range, bringing high-precision, high-speed image capture to industrial machine vision applications such as industrial inspection.SmartSens has launched eight CMOS Image Sensors (CISs) for machine vision applications, and will further release more high-speed industrial CIS solutions that empower customer applications with reliable, high-quality imaging performance. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1685684073908191170.jpg"/></div>Main features High imaging performanceGlobal shutter CMOS image sensors are widely used in industrial machine vision applications such as object inspection and detection, picking and sorting, as a result of their high-quality, real-time image capture with no motion artifacts. Utilizing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus and High Density MIM (HD MIM), the two BSI global shutter CISs with a pixel size of 3.45μm deliver even more enhanced imaging performance than their 4.0μm pixel predecessors, including: 1) High sensitivity: Employing SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology, both SC235HGS and SC135HGS achieve high sensitivity of up to 13490mV/lux*s, enabling their bright, clear image capture in low light/illumination conditions, thereby providing industrial machine vision applications with accurate image data of the inspected objects. 2) High QE: With SmartGS®-2 Plus, the SC235HGS and SC135HGS image sensors reach peak QE of up to 90%, which is about 7% higher than their predecessors, allowing for accurate inspection and measurement of objects on the automated production lines. 3) Low noise: SmartSens’ advanced ultra-low noise readout circuit equips both SC235HGS and SC135HGS to deliver enhanced imaging performance with low noise in high-temperature environments. Compared with their predecessors, the two sensors’ Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) is down roughly 77% to 2.03e- at 16x gain, Photo Response Non-Uniformity (PRNU) is reduced by over 26% to 0.62%, and DarkCurrent (DC) is reduced by over 39% to 350e-/s at a temperature of 80°C. As a result, both sensors provide defined, low-noise image output, even at high temperatures. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1685685005623624286.png"/></div>High speedWith SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus and high frame rate process, SC235HGS and SC135HGS have high shutter speed (PLS&gt;40000) and high frame rate of 130fps and 160fps respectively, yielding significant improvement of the sensors’ stability and speed for image capture, thus enabling industrial machine vision applications to achieve real-time, high-precision object monitor and inspection on the production lines. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1685685005806354158.png"/></div>High dynamic rangeTo address the need of industrial machine vision cameras’ operation across a range of challenging lighting conditions, CISs with HDR enable more precise image output with richer details and patterns under complex lighting conditions. As global shutter CMOS image sensors with HDR, both SC235HGS and SC135HGS can output artifact-free image with rich highlight and shadow details at a dynamic range of over 90dB, in which the exposure of every single frame can be adjusted flexibly. This leads to higher precision and reliability of object inspection under difficult or harsh lighting conditions.“The rapid development of AI technology is creating better conditions and environments for various industries and has gradually become a driving force for productivity upgrade. Especially in the industry, more and more manufacturers are adopting machine vision systems for automated inspection to improve efficiency and reduce costs, and thus achieving a maximized manufacturing benefits,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of SmartSens Technology, “As a technologically-driven CIS supplier, SmartSens began to explore the blue ocean of machine vision in 2018, and has developed industrial CIS solutions that successfully address customers’ needs of better product competitiveness in the market. SmartSens will continue its dedication to the innovation of imaging technology, supporting manufacturers to improve quality, boost efficiency, and reduce costs by providing cutting-edge machine vision CMOS image sensor solutions, thereby paving the way toward high-quality development of manufacturing.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1685684339756248519.png"/></div>SC235HGS and SC135HGS are sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com. About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Announces Two New High Frame Rate CMOS Image Sensors for Industrial Machine Vision Cameras

Shanghai, China, April 20, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS Image Sensor supplier, recently announced two new high frame rate CMOS image sensors, the 2.3-MegaPixel (MP) SC233HGS and the 1.3MP SC133HGS. Employing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS®-2 Plus, single-frame knee point HDR, and ISP algorithms, the two BSI global shutter image sensors with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and built-in ISP feature high sensitivity, high shutter speed, high frame rate, and low noise, providing fast, precise image capture for industrial machine vision applications such as industrial barcode readers, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) navigation systems, 3D scanners, as well as mainstream consumer machine vision applications like drones. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1682307016709146802.jpg"/></div>SmartSens has launched six CMOS Image Sensors (CISs) for machine vision applications, and will further release more high-speed industrial CIS solutions that empower customer applications with reliable, high-quality imaging performance. Main featuresFast, precise imaging capabilityBoth SC233HGS and SC133HGS image sensors are developed to meet the strict requirements of sensors used in industrial machine vision applications including smart manufacturing. Developed upon SmartSens’ advanced SmartGS®-2 Plus technology, the two global shutter image sensors use High Density MIM (HD MIM) process to reduce random noise, thus achieving higher QE and sensitivity via BSI pixel. Thus, SC233HGS and SC133HGS feature high sensitivity, high shutter speed, high frame rate, and low noise, making them ideal for industrial machine applications like barcode readers. The sensors’ fast, precise imaging capability enables consumer machine vision applications like drones to achieve higher precision in obstacle avoidance. 1) High sensitivity: Using SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology, both SC233HGS and SC133HGS have a sensitivity of up to 9606mV/lux*s under low light conditions, enabling bright, clear image capture in low light or dim light environments, thereby improving the accuracy of object detection and tracking. 2) High shutter speed and frame rate: Powered by SmartSens’ latest SmartGS®-2 Plus technology, the PLS (Parasitic Light Sensitivity, a key parameter of global shutter CMOS image sensor) of SC233HGS and SC133HGS reach above 40000 and above 50000 respectively, which allow for fast, precise image capture at a high shutter speed. E.g., the sensors can deliver clear, distortion-free image output of fast-moving objects at the production lines. Furthermore, both sensors have a high frame rate of up to 120fps to empower industrial automation applications. 3) Low noise: Thanks to SmartSens’ advanced ultra-low noise readout circuit, the two sensors achieve enhanced performance in noise reduction, leading to their imaging performance improvement at high temperatures. SC233HGS and SC133HGS have Read Noise (RN) as low as 3.24e- and 3.20e- respectively, bringing crisp, low-noise images with clear details. At a temperature of 80°C, SC233HGS and SC133HGS have DarkCurrent (DC) as low as 260e-/s and 210e-/s respectively, which are at least 75% and 85% lower than their predecessors, thereby ensuring their excellent imaging performance in high-temperature environments. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1682307873365858364.jpg"/></div>High Dynamic Range (HDR) Both SC233HGS and SC133HGS utilize single-frame knee point HDR approach, which achieves non-linear optical response by expanding the dynamic range of the sensor via the control of pixel imaging sequence. Therefore, the two sensors deliver artifact-free HDR image output under global shutter pixel architecture (with a dynamic range of up to 91.5dB), thereby supporting industrial machine vision applications in capturing reliable, complete images with rich highlight and shadow details under complex lighting conditions. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap align-center" style="text-align:center"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap align-center" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1682307206225730837.gif"/></div>Enhanced image qualityThe SC233HGS and SC133HGS image sensors with built-in ISP deliver enhanced image quality including highlighting important details of the image. The built-in ISP of both sensors contains algorithms such as Automatic Gain Control (AGC), Automatic Exposure Control (AEC), noise reduction, edge enhancement, lens correction algorithms, etc., which effectively improve image quality and avoid disruption like blur, smudges, low contrast, or high reflectance of the barcode. As a result, the two sensors can stably acquire image data of barcodes for barcode reader applications. In addition, industrial machine vision applications are exposed to continuing interference including electromagnetic noise, power surges, voltage sags, and high temperatures, which brings about defective pixels (Pixels that are not light-responsive appear as very bright or dark dots in the whole image). Therefore, the Defect Pixel Correction (DPC) algorithms of the built-in ISP are implemented to improve the clarity and integrity of the image output. “With the deep integration of AI technology in industry, the development of industrial machine vision technology has been brought to great attention. A variety of industrial machine vision applications, such as defect inspection, code scanners and readers, size measurement, and position measurement, accelerate the digital upgrades to intelligent automation in manufacturing, which further realizes high-quality economic growth,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of SmartSens Technology, “As a technologically-advanced CIS supplier, SmartSens has been committed to the research and innovation of imaging technology, and has supported customers from various industries with the successful landing of machine vision technology. In 2018, SmartSens launched the first BSI global shutter CIS, targeting machine vision applications. In 2020, SmartSens ranked No. 1 in the global shutter CIS shipment in the emerging sector of machine vision, according to Frost &amp; Sullivan. For various applications in artificial intelligence and industrial automation, SmartSens’ comprehensive imaging solutions transform image data into more intelligent, efficient production value, allowing customers to grasp any opportunity in intelligent transformation, and empowering various industries with cutting-edge machine vision technology.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1682307573359100398.png"/></div>SC233HGS and SC133HGS are sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com.About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens’ Two New High Frame Rate CMOS Image Sensors Deliver Fast, Precise Image Capture to Industrial Machine Vision Applications

Shanghai, China, March 16, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC880SL, an 8MP CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Star Light (SL) Series. Employing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-2, SFCPixel®, NIR+, and ultra-low noise readout circuit, the BSI SC880SL image sensor delivers enhanced performance in low-light imaging, night vision, and imaging at high temperatures. As a high-performance CIS with large optical format, SC880SL brings ultra-starlight 4K vision output to high-end security cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368849985238100.jpg"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368850625005516.png"/></div>Low-light imagingCIS suppliers have been pursuing technological advances in low-light imaging performance to meet the needs of security cameras in all-day operation. The BSI SC880SL image sensor comes in a 1/1.2-inch optical format, which allows for a larger light sensitive area of each pixel, thereby providing brighter and clearer image output in low-light environments. According to the data from testing, SC880SL has a minimum SNR1s of 0.18lux, achieving an equivalent imaging performance of similar stacked CIS. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368851428597100.jpg"/></div>SC880SL is equipped with SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-2 and SFCPixel®, which enable its improved imaging performance. Compared with similar stacked CIS in the industry, SC880SL has a 33% rise in Full Well Capacity (FWC), and a 2dB increase in Maximum Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Max SNR), delivering excellent low-light imaging performance to high-end security cameras.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368853047444814.jpg"/></div>Night vision outputTo support security cameras that require Near-Infrared (NIR) light under low-illumination conditions, SC880SL utilizes SmartSens’ NIR+ technology, achieving a maximum QE of 38% at 850nm and 24% at 940nm, thereby providing excellent night vision output even in ultra-low illumination environments. Imaging at high temperaturesThe upgraded CIS processes used on SC880SL enable SC880SL’s enhanced imaging performance at high temperatures. The conventional Silicon Nitride (SiN) film is replaced with high-stress SiN film, which significantly improves the sensor’s image quality in high-temperature environments. The ultra-low noise readout circuit used on SC880SL hinders darkcurrent and white pixels greatly. Compared with its predecessor, SC880SL has a 35% reduction in DarkCurrent (DC) and a 50% fall in Dark Signal Non-Uniformity (DSNU), leading to its brilliant vision output at high temperatures. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368850094322691.jpg"/></div>In addition, SC880SL supports Staggered HDR mode with a dynamic range of more than 100dB. “The steady growth of the intelligent security industry leads to the boom of the security verticals, while a variety of demands for security applications arises. SmartSens is committed to the research and development of high-performance CIS solutions, which further meet or go beyond customers’ needs,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology, “As SmartSens’ first 8MP CIS in a 1/1.2&quot; optical format, the SC880SL image sensor delivers 4K vision output at ultra-starlight level. Featuring SmartSens’ advanced full-color night vision with NIR+ technology, SC880SL comes in a large optical format that increases sensitivity. Powered by the upgraded CIS processes, the SC880SL image sensor offers excellent imaging performance at high temperatures, which makes it a competitive, high-performance imaging solution to empower intelligent security applications.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1679368850170175221.png"/></div>SC880SL is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q3 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Releases New Ultra-Starlight 8MP CMOS Image Sensor with Large Optical Format for High-End Security Cameras

Shanghai, China, February 24, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced the latest CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Pro series, SC5336P. As SmartSens’ first 5MP CIS with DSI-2 technology, the 3K resolution SC5336P employs SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SFCPixel® and ultra-low noise readout circuit, bringing vivid, full-color vision output under low-light conditions. Equipped with the upgraded technologies, the SC5336P image sensor delivers Pro-series imaging performance in high-temperature environments, thereby empowering analog security cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1677742871883412915.png"/></div>3K video output in a 16:9 formatIn the mainstream security market, the development of 3K resolution applications is accelerating due to the following factors: While working with the same master control chip, a 3K resolution CIS matches a 1/2.7-inch lens, just as a 2K resolution CIS does; Though 4K resolution CISs provide better image capture than 2K and 3K resolution CISs, the data transmission for 4K resolution CISs requires more costs on bandwidth configuration. SmartSens SC5336P image sensor is now released, after the successful launch of SmartSens’ well-recognized 5MP security CISs in 2021. Utilizing DSI-2 technology, the 5MP SC5336P image sensor supports 3K video output in a 16:9 format, enabling analog security cameras to capture clearer videos with richer details. Pro-series imaging performance in high-temperature environmentsDeveloped on the 12-inch wafer, the SC5336P image sensor leverages SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SFCPixel®, DSI-2, and ultra-low noise readout circuit, achieving advanced low-light imaging performance. In high-temperature environments, certain specifications of SC5336P’s imaging performance are equivalent to those of similar 5MP BSI CISs in the industry. The upgraded technology used on SC5336P reduces the area of STI between PDs, which hinders white pixels and dark current effectively, and hence improved image quality in high-temperature environments. Compared with 5MP BSI CISs of similar specifications in the industry, SC5336P has a 64% drop in Dark Signal Non-Uniformity (DSNU) and a 25% fall in white pixels, which can remove purple fringing, therefore allowing for high-quality video output in high-temperature environments. The blooming of SC5336P is 55% lower than 5MP BSI CISs of similar specifications in the industry, which reduces the glow under backlight or night light effectively. In addition, SC5336P supports Staggered HDR mode with a dynamic range of more than 100dB. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1677742905814240989.jpg"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1682044336909348868.png"/></div>“With the security industry’s rapid development towards higher levels of intelligence and resolution, SmartSens’ CIS solutions are designed to meet or go beyond customers’ needs,” said Ms. Peiling Zhang, Chief Marketing Officer at SmartSens Technology, “SmartSens’ new Pro series CIS, SC5336P, serves as SmartSens’ first 5MP 3K CIS with DSI-2 technology, delivering high-quality, vivid, full-color vision output to analog security cameras, even in high-temperature environments. SmartSens Pro series now features CISs with resolution of up to 5MP. With strong dedication, SmartSens will develop and launch more high-performance CIS solutions that bring premium imaging performance to a variety of security applications.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1677742939470585368.png"/></div>SC5336P is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q1 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com. About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Announces New 5MP CMOS Image Sensor with DSI-2 Technology for Analog Security Cameras

Shanghai, China, February 17, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC080CS, the latest CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) solution of SmartSens Cellphone Sensor (CS) Series. The pixel size in the SC080CS image sensor is 2.24μm*2.24μm. As a QVGA (240×320) image sensor, SC080CS is equipped with a built-in ISP, delivering high-quality image output to cellphone cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1676945511368682425.png"/></div>SC080CS has both monochrome and RGGB versions, which can be offered in a 9-Pin CSP package. Leveraging SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology, SC080CS achieves a sensitivity of up to 3649 mV/lux· s, which enables its excellent imaging performance in low-light environments. The built-in ISP of SC080CS contains algorithms including Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) / Automatic Gain Control (AGC), Auto White Balance (AWB), Defect Pixel Correction (DPC), tone mapping, Black Level Correction (BLC), noise reduction, etc., which significantly improve the image quality. The SC080CS image sensor provides image output in YUV 422 or RAW data format via Serial Data (SDA). In addition, SC080CS supports dual DOVDD (1.8V and 2.8V), which makes it compatible with many consumer applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1676945511083925733.png"/></div>Both monochrome and RGGB versions of SC080CS have been mass-produced. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.comAbout SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Introduces New QVGA Image Sensor with Built-In ISP for Cellphone Cameras

Shanghai, China, February 9, 2023 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC233AT, a 2.3-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Automotive Sensor (AT) Series. Utilizing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including LightBox IR™, SmartGS®-2, SFCPixel®, and single-frame knee point HDR, the BSI global shutter image sensor with built-in ISP, SC233AT, delivers high-quality, precise image outputs with clear details under low-light or complex lighting conditions. Compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B, SC233AT serves as a high-performance and reliable imaging solution for in-cabin monitoring applications such as Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and Occupant Monitoring System (OMS). <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1675999960770664033.png"/></div>SmartSens AT Series now features ten automotive-grade CISs with resolution from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for automotive viewing applications, automotive sensing applications, and automotive in-cabin monitoring applications. Low light imaging performanceAs SmartSens’ first automotive-grade CIS to adopt LightBox IR™ technology, SC233AT features improved Near-Infrared (NIR) sensitivity, which is a key parameter for the imaging sensitivity and clarity of DMS/OMS. The upgraded Deep Trench Isolation (DTI) between pixels reduces pixel crosstalk, enabling SC233AT’s clear image capture of the driver and the entire cabin in low-light environments, thereby ensuring the accuracy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) training and recognition.Employing SmartGS®-2 and SFCPixel® technologies, SC233AT achieves high-precision, latency-free imaging with a sensitivity of up to 9650mV/lux*s, allowing for real-time image capture of driver/occupants’ heads and eyes, which significantly improves the detection effectiveness of DMS/OMS.Thanks to SmartSens’ proprietary ultra-low noise readout circuit, the read noise and Photo Response Non-Uniformity (PRNU) of SC233AT are reduced to 2.85e- and 0.66% respectively, enabling the sensor’s clearer image outputs. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1676000339243830250.jpg"/></div>Enhanced image qualityThe built-in ISP on SC233AT brings about higher image quality and enhanced image details of the image output. Algorithms of the built-in ISP including Automatic Gain Control (AGC), Automatic Exposure Control (AEC), noise reduction, and edge enhancement can remove image noise and highlight important image details, leading to enhanced image quality, which satisfies the need of high-precision images for DMS/OMS. To resolve issues caused by challenging lighting conditions, e.g., overexposure under frontlighting, and underexposure under backlighting, algorithms of the built-in ISP brighten image shadows and mitigate image highlights, resulting in the sensor’s clear image outputs under variable lighting conditions, hence improving the performance of in-cabin monitoring systems towards complex traffic scenes. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1675999963388532305.jpg" width="100%" style="width:100%"/></div>High Dynamic Range (HDR)CMOS image sensors with HDR have been brought to great attention since the image quality of in-cabin DMS/OMS cameras can be affected by light from outside the vehicle. SC233AT utilizes single-frame knee point HDR in producing HDR images. Unlike conventional HDR imaging, the single-frame knee point HDR approach expands the dynamic range of the sensor via the control of pixel imaging sequence, and hence non-linear optical response is achieved. Consequently, the global shutter SC233AT image sensor provides artifact-free image outputs at a high dynamic range of up to 91.5dB. Under complex lighting conditions, SC233AT’s image outputs with rich highlight and shadow details support DMS/OMS in all-day image capture of driver/occupants’ faces, eyes, and motions, thus promoting more advanced autonomous driving functions. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1676017019115743072.jpg"/></div>“The intelligent automobile industry is at a critical stage of stepping into higher levels of autonomous driving, with the rapid growth in the installation rate of DMS/OMS on vehicles,” said Mr. Kevin Shao, Vice President of Automotive Division at SmartSens Technology. “SmartSens’ new 2.3MP automotive-grade CIS with built-in ISP, SC233AT, features high dynamic range, NIR imaging, and BSI global shutter technology, bringing high-quality images to automotive in-cabin camera applications. In addition, SC233AT is compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B, which makes it a safe and reliable solution for in-cabin monitoring applications including DMS/OMS, thereby promoting the development of autonomous driving towards higher levels of autonomy.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1675999963529344470.png"/></div>SC233AT has both monochrome and RGB-IR versions. SC233AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2023. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com. About SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213) is a high-performance CMOS image sensor (CIS) chip design company. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has research centers in many cities around the world. SmartSens has been dedicated to pushing forward the frontier of imaging technology and growing in popularity among customers since it was established. SmartSens’ CMOS image sensors provide advanced imaging solutions for a broad range of areas such as surveillance, machine vision, automotive and cellphone cameras. SmartSens is committed to continuous innovation of products and fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

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