Shanghai, China, July 10, 2025 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently expanded its Automotive Sensor (AT) Series with SC326AT, a new 3-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade CMOS Image Sensor (CIS). SC326AT is compliant with ISO 26262 ASIL-B and ISO 21434. Developed upon CarSens®-XR process technology, the 3.0µm BSI image sensor SC326AT achieves significant improvement in sensitivity, noise control, imaging at high temperatures, and power consumption control. SC326AT supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) of up to 120dB and has built-in ISP. Thus, the SC326AT image sensor delivers clear, precise image output, which makes it ideal for automotive surround view cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753413904306290685.png"/></div> Main features High sensitivitySC326AT incorporates single pixel architecture with upgraded BSI structure and material to achieve improved sensitivity and Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) while retaining excellent color performance. The SC326AT image sensor has a peak Quantum Efficiency (peak QE) of 85% at the 520nm wavelength, enabling its bright and clear image capture under low-light conditions such as dim underground parking lots. <div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753413941408263512.mp4"></video></div>High Dynamic Range (HDR)SC326AT supports PixGain HDR® + VS mode (3-frame HDR) with a dynamic range of up to 120dB. High dynamic range can effectively retain more image highlights and shadow details, which further resolves the loss of image details under complex lighting conditions including backlight and strong light, and thus improves the accuracy of detection and recognition of automotive imaging systems. <div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753413965047802107.mp4"></video></div>Low noise and low power consumptionUtilizing SmartSens&#x27; advanced technologies including CarSens®-XR, SFCPixel®, and ultra-low noise readout circuits, SC326AT achieves enhanced performance in noise control. With maximum gain mode enabled, Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) is approximately 52% lower than its predecessor. At a high temperature of 105℃, the DarkCurrent (DC), DSNU, and White Pixel (WP) are reduced by about 47%, 74%, and 14%, respectively. These enable the sensor’s low-noise and stable image output for automotive cameras even during long-hour operations. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753414017607342646.png"/></div>Thanks to SmartSens’ CarSens®-XR technology, the BSI SC326AT achieves ultra-low power consumption. With PixGain HDR® + VS@YUV mode enabled, the typical power consumption is below 350mW, which helps reduce the operating heat of the whole automotive camera, thereby improving the reliability and stability of automotive cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753414047370739490.png"/></div> Built-in ISPSC326AT has a built-in ISP, which includes upgraded ISP algorithms. Featuring RAW domain, RGB domain, and YUV domain of the ISP pipeline, SmartSens’ upgraded ISP algorithms contain AGC, AEC, AWB, HDR, noise reduction, etc., which bring enhanced imaging performance in clarity, noise control, and color, thus resulting in its high-quality image output for automotive surround view cameras. “SC326AT is SmartSens’ first automotive-grade CMOS image sensor to be domestically designed and manufactured. Compared with its predecessor, the 3.0µm BSI SC326AT achieves enhanced performance in sensitivity, noise control, imaging at high temperatures, etc., making itself ideal for automotive surround view cameras,” said Mr. Wenjie Shi, Vice President of Product Marketing at SmartSens Technology. “SmartSens AT Series features automotive-grade CISs with resolution from 1MP to 8MP, which satisfy the needs for applications including ADAS, automotive sensing, and in-cabin monitoring.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1753414083236844777.png"/></div>SC326AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q4 2025. In terms of packaging, SC326AT supports iBGA, which is pin-to-pin compatible with its predecessor. 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 3MP CMOS Image Sensor SC326AT for Surround View Cameras

Shanghai, China, May 22, 2025 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC4336H, a 4-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor for intelligent security applications. Utilizing SmartSens’ advanced DSI™-3 and SFCPixel® technologies, with 1/3 inch large optical format, SC4336H has excellent performance in high sensitivity, high color reproduction, low noise, and low power consumption, which makes it ideal for 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/1757051995148406182.png"/></div>Main featuresNear-Infrared (NIR) enhancementDeveloped upon DSI-3™ process technology, <a name="_Hlk187834716">SC4336H </a>achieves Near-Infrared (NIR) enhancement through optimizing wafer epitaxy and front-end processes. Compared with its predecessor, SC4336H has a 21% increase in peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) at the 850nm wavelength and a 15% increase in peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) at the 940nm wavelength, providing clearer and brighter images for cameras in low-light scenes, meeting the needs of surveillance cameras at night.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757052030457957386.png"/></div>Visible light imaging enhancementBased on DSI™-3 process technology, SC4336H has excellent sensitivity in visible light imaging. Its peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) is better than similar products of FSI process at the 520nm wavelength, making image quality comparable to sensors of BSI process, which helps the camera to obtain more accurate and clear images.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757052052617567696.png"/></div>High color reproductionIn low light environments, sensors can easily capture images with color distortion. SC4336H is equipped with SmartSens&#x27; advanced microlens and color optimization process technologies, which can accurately present bright and colorful images. Low noiseEmploying SmartSens&#x27; advanced SFCPixel® and ultra-low noise readout circuit technologies, SC4336H has excellent noise performance. Compared with similar products in the industry, SC4336H has a significant reduction of 53% in Read Noise (RN) and 72% in Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN), which helps to capture clear, delicate images for cameras even in low-light scenes. Low power consumptionThe precise control of internal modules equips SC4336H to achieve low power consumption. The power consumption of SC4336H is less than 120mW at a frame rate of 30fps, which reduces the heat caused by the long-term operation of the camera and meets the all-day video recording needs 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/1757052167322303169.png"/></div>In addition, SC4336H is pin-to-pin compatible with its predecessor (CSP 35pin), which can be seamlessly replaced on the basis of existing hardware, helping customers accelerate the upgrade of cameras.As the first product of SmartSens H series for intelligent security applications, SC4336H has performance advantages of the predecessor, and performs better in sensitivity and color reproduction, which fully meet the performance upgrade needs of intelligent security applications such as indoor Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras and outdoor surveillance cameras. In the future, SmartSens will add more image sensors with DSI-3™ process technology, help the upgrade of multiple terminal applications, and promote the intelligent development of the security industry.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757052194420160119.png"/></div>SC4336H is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q3 2025. 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 Announces New 4MP CMOS Image Sensor for Intelligent Security Applications  

Shanghai, China, May 8, 2025 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced a new CMOS image sensor for AI glasses camera applications, the 12-MegaPixel (MP) SC1200IOT. Employing SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartClarity®-3 and SFCPixel®, etc., SC1200IOT features small package size, low power consumption, high sensitivity and low noise, which meets the upgrade needs of AI glasses cameras.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757044074540083289.png"/></div>Main featuresSmall package sizeAt present, the appearance of AI glasses tends to be close to ordinary glasses. The lightweight design of AI glasses requires the small package size of the image sensor. SC1200IOT has a package size of 5.1mm x 3.7mm, making it suitable for AI glasses cameras.Low power consumptionBased on the precise control of internal modules, SC1200IOT features low power consumption, which effectively reduces the heat and improves the battery life of the whole device.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757050477797679858.png"/></div>High sensitivityDeveloped upon SmartSens&#x27; proprietary SFCPixel® technology, SC1200IOT features high sensitivity. Compared with similar products<a name="_Hlk199171037">,</a> SC1200IOT has a significant increase of 29% in sensitivity, which helps AI glasses cameras obtain clear and bright images in low-light environments.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757050516621302640.png"/></div>Low noiseThanks to SmartSens&#x27; advanced SFCPixel® and ultra-low noise readout circuit technologies, the Read Noise (RN) of SC1200IOT is less than 1e-. Compared with similar products, SC1200IOT has a reduction of 52% in Read Noise (RN). Besides, SC1200IOT has a dynamic range up to 76dB in Multi-Frame HDR mode. Low noise performance and excellent dynamic range in Multi-Frame HDR mode help AI glasses cameras capture clear and detailed images at night, ensuring the accuracy of visual perception and recognition.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757050539092900811.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757050557066730481.png"/></div>SC1200IOT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2025. 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 Announces New 12MP CMOS Image Sensor for AI Glasses Camera Applications

Shanghai, China, April 17, 2025 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC360AT, a new 3-MegaPixel (MP) automotive-grade CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Automotive Sensor (AT) Series. Compliant with ISO 26262 ASIL-B and ISO 21434, SC360AT is SmartSens’ first Stacked BSI rolling shutter image sensor to develop upon CarSens®-XR Gen 2 process technology. Incorporating SmartSens’ advanced technology including SuperPixGain HDR™ 2.0, LFS, etc., the 3.0µm SC360AT features high sensitivity, High Dynamic Range (HDR), low noise, and low power consumption with LED Flicker Suppression (LFS), delivering clear, precise, and reliable imaging performance for ADAS cameras such as side view, rear view, and surround view cameras. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1752740528380156001.png"/></div>SmartSens AT Series now features automotive-grade CISs with resolution from 1MP to 8MP, providing high-quality imaging solutions for ADAS applications, automotive sensing applications, and in-cabin monitoring applications. Main featuresHigh sensitivityThe SC360AT image sensor incorporates SuperPixGain HDR™ 2.0 technology to achieve improvement in both sensitivity and Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) through single pixel architecture and overflow charge storage. The SC360AT has a sensitivity of up to 12,348 mV/lux*s and a peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) of 82% at the 520nm wavelength. Compared to the conventional split-pixel CIS, the SC360AT effectively resolves issues such as pixel crosstalk and color distortion, delivering brighter and clearer images for automotive cameras, even 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/1752740571541628590.png"/></div>High Dynamic Range (HDR)SC360AT supports multiple HDR modes including SuperPixGain HDR™ + VS and SuperPixGain HDR™, which satisfy the needs of performance upgrades of various automotive cameras. With SuperPixGain HDR™ + VS mode (4-frame HDR) enabled, SC360AT can achieve a high dynamic range of up to 140dB, which can effectively resolve the loss of image details under challenging lighting conditions such as backlight (tunnel exit) and strong light (high beams of oncoming vehicles at night), and thereby improve the accuracy and efficiency of automotive camera detection and recognition. SC360AT supports SuperPixGain HDR™ mode (3-frame HDR with a dynamic range of over 110dB), which combines three frames of different gains at the same exposure, enabling clear, real-time image captures with highlight and shadow details. <div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1752740603704656143.mp4"></video></div>Low noise and low power consumptionThanks to SmartSens&#x27; advanced technologies including SFCPixel® and ultra-low noise readout circuits, SC360AT has excellent performance in noise control. Compared with similar products in the industry, the Read Noise (RN), Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN), and PRNU are reduced by about 11%, 21%, and 49%, respectively, enabling the sensor’s clear and low-noise image output for automotive cameras even in low-light scenes, which helps increase the accuracy of image recognition and detection of intelligent automobile vision systems. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1752740657514168629.png"/></div>Utilizing SmartSens’ CarSens®-XR Gen 2 technology, the stacked BSI SC360AT achieves ultra-low power consumption. With SuperPixGain HDR™ + VS mode (4-frame HDR) enabled, the typical power consumption is below 310mW, which helps reduce the operating heat of the whole automotive camera, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the automotive camera. LED Flicker Suppression (LFS)To resolve stripes and flashing spots of CIS’ imaging caused by LED flickering, SC360AT 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 LED traffic signals and driving lights.<div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1752740693484790248.mp4"></video></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1752740743004326123.png"/></div>SC360AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q3 2025. For packages, SC360AT supports both iBGA and COB. 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 3MP CMOS Image Sensor SC360AT for ADAS Cameras

Shanghai, China, March 6, 2025 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC136HGS, a 1.3-MegaPixel (MP) global shutter CMOS image sensor for industrial machine vision applications. Leveraging SmartSens’ advanced technologies including SmartGS™-2 Plus and Lightbox IR®, SC136HGS has excellent performance in high sensitivity, high dynamic range, low noise, imaging at high temperatures, etc., which makes it ideal for camera upgrades of industrial machine vision applications such as Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) and industrial machine vision cameras.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756717971867376004.png"/></div>Main featuresGlobal shutter and large optical formatWhen capturing high-speed moving objects, rolling shutter image sensor often produces distorted and blurry images. Based on SmartSens&#x27; advanced SmartGS™-2 Plus technology, SC136HGS is a global shutter image sensor, which helps to expose all pixels on the image sensor at the same time, so as to quickly capture clear images of high-speed moving objects, thus promoting AGV’s productivity.In addition, with 1/2.7 inch large optical format, SC136HGS can clearly capture images of obstacles from wider vision, which further assists AGV in upgrading obstacle avoidance capabilities.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756718019887949201.png"/></div>High sensitivityUtilizing BSI pixel structure and Lightbox IR® technology, SC136HGS achieves significant growth in sensitivity. At the 520nm wavelength of visible light, the Quantum Efficiency (QE) of SC136HGS reaches up to 91%. Meanwhile, Lightbox IR® technology provides significant improvement in the sensors’ Near-Infrared (NIR) sensitivity. Compared with similar products in the industry, the peak QE of SC136HGS increases by 33% at the 850nm wavelength and 87% at the 940nm wavelength, respectively, enabling its clear and bright image capture in low-light scenes such as warehouse corners and aisles.High dynamic rangeSC136HGS is developed on SmartSens&#x27; unique Stack MIM process and 12-bit quantization mode to reduce read noise, while having a large Full Well Capacity (FWC), which improves its dynamic range. Moreover, incorporating PixGain technology, its FWC is up to 6.4ke- in High Gain mode and 24.8ke- in Low Gain mode. In strong illumination environments, SC136HGS employs Low Gain mode to prevent overexposure, thus preserving highlight details. In low-light conditions, SC136HGS switches to High Gain mode to reduce read noise, which makes the image details clearer.Furthermore, SC136HGS also supports ColGain HDR® and Single-Frame Knee Point HDR, which effectively improves the sensor’s dynamic range to avoid overexposure in strong-light scenes and the loss of dark details in low-light environments, yielding image output with clear highlight and shadow details for 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/1756718046741178325.png"/></div>Excellent shutter efficiency Thanks to SmartSens&#x27; SmartGS™-2 Plus technology, SC136HGS has an excellent shutter efficiency(PLS&gt;40000), which enables accurate image capture of high-speed moving objects under strong illumination, thereby greatly improving the image quality of industrial machine vision cameras.<div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" class="media-wrap video-wrap" autoplay="" loop="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1757053299401887545.mp4"></video></div>Low noiseBased on SmartSens&#x27; proprietary Stack MIM process, SC136HGS features low noise. Compared with same specification products in the industry, SC136HGS has about 80% reduction in Read Noise (RN) and 84% reduction in Fixed Pattern Noise (FPN) at 16x gain, which reduces the image noise, thus making images more delicate and clear, further increasing the accuracy of industrial inspection applications.Imaging at high temperaturesSC136HGS adopts SmartSens&#x27; innovative SmartGS™-2 Plus technology, achieving superior high-temperature imaging performance. Compared with similar products in the industry, SC136HGS’s Dark Current (DC) and White Pixel (WP) are significantly reduced by about 99% and 36% at a temperature of 80°C, thereby enabling cameras to output stable images 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/1756718086212126500.png"/></div>Multiple packages and interfacesSC136HGS provides different interfaces and package versions. For interfaces, SC136HGS supports MIPI, LVDS and DVP, which adapt to the data transmission demands. For packages, SC136HGS supports both CLCC and CSP. The package of CLCC is Pin2Pin (64pin) compatible with its predecessor. The package of CSP possesses a small size of 6.01mm×6.35mm, which helps to create small and cost-effective camera upgrade solutions.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756718106751950652.png"/></div>SC136HGS is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2025. 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 Launches High-Performance Global Shutter CMOS Image Sensor for Industrial Machine Vision Applications

With continuous advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and sensor technologies, the robotics industry has entered a rapid development phase. Intelligent robots are expanding their application domains and functions, playing an important role in various fields of people’s daily lives. <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/1756451864135933918.png"/></div>Intelligent robots need to interact continuously with the real world while working. Clear, accurate, efficient, and stable visual perception is crucial during this interaction. The CMOS image sensors act as &quot;electronic eyes&quot;, enabling intelligent robots to perform obstacle avoidance and localization. As a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, SmartSens has developed SC038HGS (0.3MP), SC133HGS (1.3MP), and SC233HGS (2.3MP) based on its SmartGS™-2 Plus technology platform. These sensors feature multiple performance advantages including high sensitivity, high dynamic range (HDR), and high frame rate. The three sensors’ exceptional imaging quality fully meets the diverse needs for obstacle recognition and 3D positioning across intelligent robots, thereby helping robots better sense their surroundings and interact accurately with the real world.<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/1756451882067024604.png"/></div>Main Features<ul><li>SmartGS™-2 Plus technology</li></ul>In industrial applications, intelligent robots often require rapid movement operations, where efficient and accurate mobile vision capabilities are crucial. SC038HGS, SC133HGS, and SC233HGS are all built on SmartSens&#x27; advanced SmartGS™-2 Plus technology platform. As Global Shutter image sensors, all three sensors effectively supress geometric distortion and motion artifacts, enabling high-precision imaging at high speed. Consequently, during real-world operation, they can ensure intelligent robots capture high-definition, distortion-free images of moving objects. This capability facilitates efficient real-time image capture while significantly improving robots’ accuracy in environmental perception and enhancing the efficiency of obstacle avoidance and positioning recognition.<div class="media-wrap video-wrap"><video controls="" class="media-wrap video-wrap" autoplay="" loop="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756452083130199495.mp4"></video></div><ul><li> High Sensitivity</li></ul>To reduce low-light conditions’ impacts on the operational efficiency and perceptual accuracy of robotic visual obstacle avoidance and positioning, SC038HGS, SC133HGS, and SC233HGS feature dual ultra-high sensitivity in both visible and near-infrared (NIR) wavelength, effectively empowering robots to capture high-definition images regardless of ambient brightness. Incorporating a large 3μm pixel size, all three sensors achieve up to 90% peak quantum efficiency (QE) in the visible light wavelength along with high sensitivity in the NIR wavelength. For example, SC038HGS achieves a peak QE of 20.3% at the 940nm wavelength, fully meeting the demands of NIR-based visual perception. This capability allows intelligent robots to achieve precise obstacle avoidance, positioning, and recognition in dim and even completely dark environments. <ul><li>High Dynamic Range (HDR)</li></ul>To resolve image defect caused by complex lighting—such as overexposure or crushed shadows—which impair robotic visual perception, SC133HGS and SC233HGS incorporate single-frame knee point HDR technology. With HDR dynamic ranges reaching 93dB and 92.65dB respectively, these sensors capture images with balanced brightness and clarity in high-contrast environments. This technology minimizes overexposure and shadow detail loss, providing intelligent robots with precise visual information for robotic operations. <ul><li>High PLS and Frame Rate</li></ul>In strong illumination, motion blur can easily occur during the recognition of moving objects. SC038HGS, SC133HGS, and SC233HGS leverage ultra-high parasitic light sensitivity (PLS &gt;40,000) to effectively minimize lens flare artifacts when capturing moving objects in bright environments for various robot types. Furthermore, SC038HGS, SC133HGS, and SC233HGS support an ultra-high frame rate of up to 120fps. The high frame rate enables deployment of these three sensors in next-gen robotic vision modules for upgraded applications with ultra-low-latency AI recognition capabilities.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756452289062898985.jpg"/></div><ul><li>Color/Mono Version Options and Multi-Specifications</li></ul>Beyond the mainstream Mono version for robotic vision applications, SC038HGS, SC133HGS, and SC233HGS support color variants to address diverse operational scenarios. With multiple resolution options — SC038HGS (0.3MP), SC133HGS (1.3MP), and SC233HGS (2.3MP) — these models providing high-performance, cost-effective solutions for end customers. Furthermore, the SmartGS™-2 Plus Series has large optical format sensors: SC535HGS (5MP) and SC935HGS (9MP). Engineered for high-resolution imaging with superior performance, these solutions meet rigorous imaging demands in industrial inspection systems and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) .For more information or to request a sample, please contact <a name="_Hlk201578483">SmartSens Sales Representatives: </a> <a href="mailto:cs@smartsenstech.com">cs@smartsenstech.com</a><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1756452513520449559.png"/></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 SmartGS™-2 Plus Series CMOS Image Sensors Empower Intelligent Robot Vision Systems

SmartSens recently signed a strategic partnership agreement with IBM on matters of intellectual property cooperation. As part of the partnership, SmartSens has been granted 14 IBM family patents (consists of 43 active patents) on CMOS image sensor technology. This strategic partnership with IBM will greatly enrich SmartSens’ intellectual property portfolio and provide an extra layer of intellectual property protection for SmartSens’ products.Committed to the core values of Openness, Cohesiveness, Integrity and Innovation, SmartSens not only develops innovative technology and products, but also respects, nurtures and protects intellectual property. SmartSens has submitted more than 150 invention patent applications, 85 of which were submitted in China (30 have been granted), while more than 65 were submitted overseas (40 have been granted).SmartSens believes innovation is the key to growth and success for any high-tech company, and therefore will continue to advance image sensor technology and preserve intellectual property.

SmartSens Partners with IBM, Granted 14 Family Patents on CMOS

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