Shanghai, China, November 17, 2022 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC520XS, a 0.7-micron pixel, 52-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for high-end smartphone cameras. Employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SFCPixel-SL™, ultra-low noise readout circuit, and color processing, the stacked BSI image sensor, SC520XS, brings cinematic full-color night vision outputs to high-end smartphone front and rear cameras including telephoto and ultra-wide angle cameras. As SmartSens’ first 0.7μm-pixel 50MP-level image sensor with AllPix ADAF® technology, SC520XS achieves all-pixel all-directional autofocus, enabling faster and more precise autofocus for image capture in fast-moving and low-light scenes. The ultra-low power consumption of SC520XS allows for the reduced power need of always-on smartphone cameras in image recognition functions. In addition to its 52MP output, SC520XS can provide 13MP output via QCell, a four-pixel binning technology.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1669110009232000432.jpg"/></div> Main features Cinematic full-color night vision outputsAmong all SmartSens CIS solutions, SC520XS is the first CIS to be equipped with SFCPixel-SL™, a technology that is developed upon SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology. Compared with other 0.7μm-pixel CISs in the industry, SC520XS has a 13% increase in Quantum Efficiency (QE), a twofold rise in sensitivity, a 20% growth in Full Well Capacity (FWC) with a maximum Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) of 42dB, and a 64% drop in Read Noise (RN), which deliver its balanced performance in full well capacity and noise, yielding its excellent full-color night vision outputs as well as day vision outputs with richer details and layers. SFCPixel-SL™ technology also enables the conversion gains of both high gain and low gain, which leads to a 10.5dB jump in the dynamic range of the SC520XS image sensor.SmartSens’ proprietary technologies used on SC520XS, including ultra-low noise readout circuit and color processing technologies, enable night vision outputs with stunning color and precise details, bringing cinematic night vision outputs for smartphone camera systems. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1669110027847111201.jpg"/></div>All-pixel all-directional autofocus capability As SmartSens’ first 0.7μm-pixel 50MP-level image sensor with all-pixel All-Directional AutoFocus (ADAF) capability, SC520XS employs AllPix ADAF® technology, achieving autofocus in horizontal and vertical directions with 100% coverage of pixels, thereby allowing itself for fast and accurate autofocus in fast-moving and low-light scenes. Furthermore, the Sparse Phase Detection (PD) mode of SC520XS will be enabled for selective scenes, which results in clear video outputs at a higher frame rate, thus reducing the power consumption of the image sensor. SC520XS’s three types of data output, from TYPE 1 to TYPE 3, provide opportunities for customers to access the data they need for their system design. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1669110009846898411.jpg"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1669110035155686562.png"/></div>Ultra-low power consumptionThe image recognition functions on smartphones often require smartphone cameras to be always on. To support optimizing the overall power consumption of the smartphone cameras, SC520XS features ultra-low power consumption, by utilizing SmartSens’ upgraded chip structure and readout circuit. When a recognition request comes in, the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS) of the image sensor detects the variation of ambient light, then the Ultra-Low Power (ULP) mode of the image sensor is activated, and hence the power consumption of the image sensor is reduced significantly. According to the data from testing, SC520XS achieves minimum power consumption of 1.4mW under ALS mode and 3.5mW under ULP mode, respectively. Integrated with algorithms of smartphone cameras, SC520XS can assist smartphone camera systems in image recognition functions, e.g., facial, gesture, and environment recognition. “SmartSens’ latest mobile CIS solution, the 0.7μm-pixel 52MP SC520XS for high-end smartphone cameras such as main, front, telephoto, and ultra-wide angle cameras, marks our technology breakthrough in CIS with high resolution and small pixel size,” said Mr. Rafa Jin, Vice President of Smartphone Division at SmartSens Technology. “As SmartSens’ first CIS that employs SFCPixel-SL™ technology, SC520XS brings cinematic image outputs to smartphone cameras, with optimized performance in full well capacity and low-light imaging, color reproduction, noise control, etc. SC520XS is also the first 0.7μm-pixel 50MP-level CIS that achieves all-pixel all-directional autofocus capability with SmartSens’ AllPix ADAF® technology. The ultra-low power consumption of SC520XS can further support extending the battery life of smartphones, thereby empowering image recognition applications on smartphones. SmartSens mobile CIS solutions feature resolution from 2MP to 52MP for smartphone front and rear cameras, and will be expanded with more high-performance mobile CIS solutions that deliver premium image outputs for smartphone camera systems.” <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1669110643399928473.jpg"/></div>SC520XS 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 Unveils Its First 0.7-Micron Pixel, 52MP CMOS Image Sensor for High-End Smartphone Cameras

Shanghai, China, October 8, 2022 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced two new 1/3-inch CMOS Image Sensors (CISs) for AIoT and security applications, SC2331 as a 2MP CIS, and SC3332 as a 3MP CIS. Employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including upgraded DSI-2 technology, SC2331 and SC3332 deliver enhanced performance in image quality with low power consumption. Both SC2331 and SC3332 can match a 1/3-inch lens. As high-performance solutions, SC2331 and SC3332 can empower applications including IP Cameras (IPCs) for home security, security cameras, as well as AIoT. Main features Enhanced image qualityUtilizing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including upgraded DSI-2 technology, SFCPixel® technology, and ultra-low noise readout circuit, SC2331 and SC3332 achieve excellent performance in low-light imaging and noise control. The newly released Pro-series key technologies including upgraded micro-lenses, color filters, and color-processing technology are employed on both SC2331 and SC3332. These allow image capture over a wide range of wavelengths, resulting in improved low-light imaging performance, providing image outputs with clearer image details under low-light conditions. SC3332 has 49% less read noise and 77% less Fixed-pattern noise (FPN) than other 3MP CISs in the industry, enabling it to produce clear images in low-light conditions. SC2331’s blooming of below 1% can minimize photoelectron emission, therefore ensuring the quality of the image outputs under strong light/illumination conditions. The chroma of both SC2331 and SC3332 has been optimized. Take SC3332 as an example. Compared with other 3MP CISs in the industry, SC3332 has a 23% increase in chroma for D65 and a 34% rise in chroma for Normal A, which leads to outstanding colored image outputs. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665384247827469444.jpg"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665384252462372859.jpg"/></div>Low power consumption With optimized internal circuits, SC2331 and SC3332 deliver image outputs with low power consumption. SC2331 consumes 49% less power than other 2MP CISs in the industry, while SC3332 consumes 32% less power than other 3MP CISs in the industry. As a result, both SC2331 and SC3332 can better support AIoT wireless video cameras for 24/7 video recording. Good match for a 1/3-inch lens As 1/3-inch lenses are considered to have good prospects of growth in the home security IPCs market, the two 1/3-inch CISs, SC2331 and SC3332, can serve as good matches for 1/3-inch lenses used for IP Cameras (IPCs) for home security. Matching a 1/3-inch lens, either SC2331 or SC3332 achieves image output equivalent to that produced by a 1/2.7-inch CIS/lens combination. “Employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies such as DSI-2 technology, SmartSens’ two new CISs for AIoT and security applications, SC2331 and SC3332, deliver high-quality image outputs with low power consumption, thereby supporting wireless video cameras for 24/7 video recording,” said Mr. James Ouyang, Deputy General Manager at SmartSens Technology. “Both SC2331 and SC3332 have pin-to-pin compatibility that provides customers with a seamless experience of upgrading their applications at minimum cost. As a dedicated CIS supplier, SmartSens will continue to provide high-performance, compatible CIS solutions that empower the development of the AIoT and security industry.” <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665384253926392294.png"/></div>SC2331 is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2022. SC3332 is currently in mass production. 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 Launches Two New 1/3-Inch Low-Power CMOS Image Sensors for AIoT and Security Applications

Shanghai, China, September 26, 2022 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC320AT, a 3-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade BSI CMOS Image Sensor (CIS), as the latest product of SmartSens Automotive Series (AT). Employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies, SC320AT features high sensitivity of up to 8200mV/lux·s, High Dynamic Range (HDR) of 120dB, and LED flicker suppression, enabling it to provide high-quality, detailed image outputs under complex lighting conditions. Compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B, SC320AT serves as a reliable, high-performance CIS solution for advanced automotive viewing applications such as <a name="_Hlk115253584">360-degree surround view camera system, ADAS surround view system, Automatic Parking System (APS), streaming media rearview mirror system, etc</a>. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303271435699197.jpg"/></div> SmartSens Automotive Series features automotive-grade CISs with resolutions from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for automotive viewing applications, automotive sensing applications, and automotive in-cabin camera applications. Main features Full-color night vision outputs SC320AT’s unique optical structure optimizes the percentage of incident light retained in the pixel array, which improves pixel sensitivity and reduces crosstalk, and thus enhances its performance in color processing under low light/illumination conditions. Utilizing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including SmartClarity®-2 technology, SFCPixel® technology, and PixGain technology, SC320AT achieves sensitivity of up to 8200mV/lux·s, which significantly improves the camera’s performance in capturing images of vehicle surroundings in low-light environments. SmartSens’ proprietary ultra-low noise readout circuit and upgraded color processing technology enable SC320AT to reduce Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) to 0.2e- and blooming to below 1%, producing more detailed, full-color image outputs at night. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303267094322031.jpg"/></div>Enhanced image quality SC320AT is equipped with built-in ISP and upgraded ISP algorithms. Featuring RAW domain, RGB domain and YUV domain of the ISP pipeline, SmartSens’ upgraded ISP algorithms optimize functions like Auto White Balance (AWB), HDR fusion, sharpening, noise reduction, etc. These result in significant improvement in the quality of the image outputs. Additionally, the upgraded ISP algorithms used on SC320AT can effectively avoid overexposure, underexposure, and over splash effects caused by strong automotive lights during night drive, thus promoting driving safety. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303267007880421.jpg"/></div>High dynamic range of 120dB and LED flicker suppressionDrivers usually encounter challenging lighting conditions when driving through highway tunnels, e.g., the lack of visibility inside a tunnel, and the dramatic change of light at tunnel entrance and exit. Therefore, automotive viewing applications require HDR cameras to capture accurate images effectively. In addition to staggered HDR technology, SC320AT employs SmartSens’ proprietary PixGain HDR® technology on its dual-pixel structure, enabling itself to avoid motion artifacts caused by HDR fusion, thereby capturing clear and accurate images with a high dynamic range of 120dB. Furthermore, SC320AT employs SmartSens’ proprietary LED Flicker Suppression (LFS) technology, a technology that suppresses LED flickers via overriding the LED flicker frequency by extending the exposure time of certain pixels, which can resolve the image flickering caused by LED light sources such as digital traffic signs and LED traffic signals.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303267226715510.jpg"/></div>“The continuing evolvement of vehicle intelligence in the automobile industry has brought CIS to a promising market. Considering customers’ needs, SmartSens’ newest 3MP automotive-grade CIS, SC320AT, is equipped with full-color night vision, built-in ISP, 120dB HDR, and LED flicker suppression,” said Mr. Kevin Shao, Vice President of Automotive Division at SmartSens Technology. “In addition, SC320AT is compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B, which makes it a reliable solution for advanced automotive viewing applications including 360-degree surround view camera system, ADAS surround view system, Automatic Parking System (APS), streaming media rearview mirror system, etc., thereby supporting the accelerating development of vehicle intelligence in the automobile industry.” <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303271410130779.png"/></div>SC320AT is expected to be mass-produced in Q2 2023. Samples of SC320AT are now available. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives cs@smartsenstech.com.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1665303271550322781.jpg"/></div>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’ New 3MP Automotive-Grade CMOS Image Sensor with Built-in ISP Brings Excellent Image Quality to Advanced Automotive Viewing Applications

Shanghai, China, September 15, 2022 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced three CMOS Image Sensors (CISs), SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P, as the latest products of SmartSens Pro Series for security applications. The three new SmartSens Pro Series products offer video solutions, featuring resolution from 2MPs to 4MPs. With SmartSens’ proprietary technologies such as SFCPixel® technology and ultra-low noise readout circuits employed on 12-inch wafers, SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P deliver outstanding performance in full-color night vision outputs, imaging in high-temperature environment, low power consumption and etc., thereby empowering the development of intelligent security video applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1663659933533400947.jpg"/></div>Main features Excellent full-color imaging under low-light conditionsSC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P achieve enhanced performance in imaging, using SmartSens’ upgraded DSI-2 technology, SmartSens’ proprietary SFCPixel® technology and ultra-low readout circuits. In addition, the sensitivity of SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P is increased via thinned metal layers. Take SC4336P, a CIS with pixel size of 2.0μm, as an example. Compared with its predecessor, SC4336P possesses an 18% reduction in SNR1s and a 25% increase in Normal A Sensitivity. As a result, SC4336P’s low-light imaging performance is equivalent to that of 2.3μm CISs in the industry, including making shadow details clearer and more visible. With upgraded micro-lenses, color filters and color-processing technology, SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P obtain an increase in chroma, thus delivering image effect equivalent to that produced from BSI. Compared with other CIS products of the same pixel size in the industry, SC4336P possesses a 9% increase in chroma for D65 and a 12% rise in chroma for Normal A, resulting in vivid color video outputs. Incredible imaging in high-temperature environmentUtilizing upgraded technologies, SC2336P, SC3336P and SC4336P deliver enhanced imaging performance in high-temperature environment. SC4336P, for example, is equipped with shading of below 3e- and Dark Signal Non-Uniformity (DSNU) of less than 0.8e-, which allows it to remove purple fringing, thereby enabling cameras to output high-quality video in high-temperature environment. Low power consumptionThanks to their upgraded configuration, SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P are able to control modules of CIS integrated circuits accurately, which leads to low power consumption. For example, SC4336P consumes 22% less power than its predecessor, which enables it to support wireless intelligent security applications. “In the security industry, artificial intelligence is now driving a revolution which leads to enormous emerging opportunities and needs. SmartSens Technology develops three new CISs of Pro Series for security applications, SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P, by employing SmartSens’ proprietary technologies including the upgraded DSI-2 technology and etc. The introduction of the three new CISs of Pro Series indicates SmartSens’ commitment to R&amp;D, along with its determination of the continuing development of CISs for security applications,” said Mr. James Ouyang, Deputy General Manager at SmartSens Technology. “The three new SmartSens Pro Series CISs, SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P, are equipped with excellent low-light imaging, as well as their enhanced performance in full-color video outputs, imaging in high-temperature environment and low power consumption, which can empower intelligent security industry with premium image quality.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664269241984507930.png"/></div>SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P are expected to be mass-produced in Q4 2022. Samples of SC2336P, SC3336P, and SC4336P are now available. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives at 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 Releases Three New CMOS Image Sensors of Its Pro Series for Security Applications

Shanghai, China, June 22, 2022 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced a 2.5-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade CMOS Image Sensor (CIS), SC220AT, as the latest solution of SmartSens Automotive Series (AT). Incorporating SmartSens’ proprietary technologies and a built-in ISP, SC220AT features high sensitivity of up to 8200mV/lux·s, high dynamic range of up to 120dB, effective LED flicker suppression, leading to its clear, detailed, accurate image outputs under complex lighting conditions. The SC220AT image sensor is compliant with AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL B. As a high-performance, reliable, automotive-grade CIS solution, SC220AT can better empower automotive viewing and sensing applications, such as 360-degree surround view camera system, Automatic Parking System (APS), and Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). <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/1667380735825346969.png"/></div>SmartSens Automotive Series features automotive-grade CISs with resolutions from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for automotive viewing applications, automotive sensing applications, and automotive in-cabin camera applications.SC220AT is sampling now, and will be in mass production in Q4 2022. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: cs@smartsenstech.com

SmartSens Announces New 2.5-Megapixel Automotive-Grade SC220AT Image Sensor with Built-In ISP and LED Flicker Suppression for Automotive Imaging Applications

Recently, SmartSens, a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, officially launched the Cellphone Sensor (CS) Series mobile phone application image sensor product―SC501CS, bringing a better imaging experience to customers in the smartphone field.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1649235904028103941.jpg"/></div>With 5MP and an optical size of 1.12μm*1.12μm, the SC501CS is available in both RW/COB packages to provide customers with more choices. As the newest addition to SmartSens’ CS Series, the SC501CS has built-in one-time programmable memory OTP, which can significantly optimize the cost structure of customer modules without adding additional EEPROM (electrically erasable programmable read-only memory) when performing data burn-in.The sensor is built on SmartClarity-2® technology and equipped with SmartSens’ innovative SFCPixel® proprietary technology, with a sensitivity of up to 769 mV/lux·s, which effectively improves the sensitivity in low-light environments. The SC501CS also features a low power consumption of only 100mW by the advantage of SmartSens’ low power circuit design, reducing the smartphone system power consumption. Additionally, thanks to SmartSens’ low noise reading circuit design and upgraded color technology, the SC501CS offers low read noise and FPN of 1.4e- and 0.18e- respectively, which can bring excellent night photography imaging.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664270153673995407.png"/></div>Currently, SC501CS has achieved mass production. For more information, please contact cs@smartsenstech.com.

SmartSens Releases New 5MP CMOS image Sensor SC501CS for Mobile Phone Cameras

SmartSens today announced the SC1346, the latest addition to its DSI-2 technology CMOS image sensor series for smart cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1642675420697756914.png"/></div>The 1MP SC1346 features a 2.65μm pixel size and comes in a 29-Pin CSP package. Built on DSI-2 technology and SFCPixel® technology, the sensor enables sensitivity of 6143mV/lux·s, which produces a 42 percent improvement compared to the predecessor along with a 27% increase in QE. Additionally, the SC1346 provides Gapless Micro Lens and Color Filter to boost Chroma. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664270309666942594.png"/></div>The SC1346 is currently available for sampling and expected to achieve mass production in Q1 of 2022.

SmartSens Expands DSI-2 Technology CMOS Image Sensor Series for Smart Cameras

SmartSens today announced the SC031AP and SC101AP—two CMOS image sensors integrating ISP and TX interface for automotive camera applications. ­­­<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1639624295843184393.jpg"/></div>Both products use on-chip ISP for YUV422 output. Besides, data saved in the EEPROM will load automatically to each product upon powering up. Additional features include upgraded DSI-2 technology, SFCPixel® technology and <a name="OLE_LINK3">low noise reading circuit design</a>. Therefore, the SC101AP improves QE by 31%, sensitivity by 53% and FWC by 29% in comparison with the predecessor. Furthermore, the SC031AP and SC101AP reduce Crosstalk by 18% and 13%; the SC013AP and SC101AP also lower power consumption by 26mW and 17mW respectively compared with the previous generation. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664268731777889517.png"/></div>Both are now available for sampling. The SC031AP is expected to achieve mass production in Q4 of 2021 and the SC101AP is forecast to accomplish mass production in Q1 of 2022.

SmartSens Releases Two CMOS Image Sensors with Integrated ISP and TX Interface for Automotive Cameras

SmartSens today announced the SC830AI, an 8MP CMOS image sensor with a 1.5µm pixel size and a 1/2.7” optical format to enable 4K video performance for security camera applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1636940509778073640.jpg"/></div>The SC830AI is the latest addition to SmartSens’ Advanced Imaging (AI) Series, using performance upgrade technology SmartClarity®-2. Benefited from a BSI pixel structure and PixGain technology, the SC830AI brings a 30 percent improvement in FWC compared to the previous generation and a 1.4dB enhancement in Max SNR. The sensor also features reduced crosstalk which produces boosted Chroma. Furthermore, the SC830AI delivers 100dB dynamic range in Staggered HDR mode. Additionally, enhanced high temperature performance is built into the SC830AI to reduce dark current and white pixel by 30% and 27% respectively in comparison with its predecessor. Moreover, the SC830AI leverages SmartSens’ SFCPixel® technology and NIR+ technology, offering full-color night vision. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664268612398036845.png"/></div>The SC830AI is currently available for sampling and expected to achieve mass production in Q4 of 2021.

SmartSens Announces 1/2.7-Inch 8MP CMOS Image Sensor to Provide 4K Video Performance for Security Cameras

SmartSens today launched the SC400AI, SC401AI and SC4336 —three 1/3 inch, 4MP CMOS image sensors aiming at security camera applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1635127802016389638.png"/></div>Both the SC400AI and SC401AI use SmartSens’ SFCPixel® technology to deliver full-color night vision and PixGain technology to maintain image quality during day and night. Furthermore, the SC400AI offers a frame rate of 60fps and supports Staggered HDR with video recording at 30fps. Besides, both sensors increase FWC by 48.6% and dynamic range by 3dB, along with 42 percent improvement in QE at 520nm compared to their predecessor. Benefiting from DSI-2 technology, the SC4336 could also produce enhanced QE and FWC. Additionally, all three sensors are pin2pin compatible among themselves and with the SC2336 and SC3336. Such feature will be taken into consideration in future SmartSens’ security members. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664268062518561437.png"/></div>The SC400 and SC401AI have achieved mass production. And the SC4336 is available for sampling now, with mass production expected in Q4 of 2021.

SmartSens Launches Three Upgraded Version CMOS Image Sensors for Security Cameras with 4MP Resolution

SmartSens today announced the 2/3-inch, 3MP SC350HGS, 1-inch, 6MP SC650HGS and 1.1-inch, 9MP SC950HGS—three monochrome CMOS image sensors with SmartGS®-2 technology targeting at industrial machine vision applications. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1632463979775758856.png"/></div>Each SmartGS®-2 technology sensor uses a BSI pixel structure which provides improved sensitivity and image quality as well as a global shutter function, which enables the capturing of fast-moving objects without distortion. Compared to the previous generation technology, every product in this lineup offers a double shutter speed and extends the dynamic range by 8dB. Besides, the SC350HGS with a 4.2µm pixel size allows industrial customers to shoot at 75fps in 1:1 imager mode. Furthermore, all three sensors achieve 90% QE at 520nm. Additional features include reduced read noise and enhanced FWC. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664269417643951492.png"/></div>The SC350HGS, SC650HGS and SC950HGS are available for sampling now, with mass production expected in Q4 of 2021.

SmartSens Announces Three CMOS Image Sensors with SmartGS®-2 Technology for Industrial Cameras

SmartSens today released the 1/3-inch, 2MP SC2336 and 1/2.8 inch, 3MP SC3336—two performance upgrade CMOS image sensors with DSI-2 technology, aiming at surveillance and automotive camera applications.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1631238015888229365.png"/></div>The two products both use SmartSens’ DSI-2 technology to provide improved low light performance. Take the SC2336, for example—it increases sensitivity by 46.2% compared to the previous generation. Additional features include SFCPixel® technology, low noise reading circuit design, boosted Chroma and reduced Blooming. Therefore, the SC2336 and SC3336 can deliver enhanced full-color night vision. Benefiting from SmartSens’ PixGain technology, the SC3336 supports high Gain and Low Gain to adjust to light changes between day and night. Furthermore, in comparison with its predecessor, the SC3336 offers a 60 percent improvement in FWC and expands dynamic range by 5dB.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1664269354874882869.png"/></div>The SC2336 has achieved mass production and the SC3336 is available for sampling now, with mass production expected in Q4 of 2021.

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