Shanghai, China, March 24, 2026, SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically-advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, unveiled SC855SL, an 8-megapixel 4K high-definition Star Light (SL) series image sensor tailored for intelligent surveillance applications. Built on a 1/1.8-inch optical format with backside-illuminated (BSI) architecture, SC855SL leverages the company’s advanced SmartClarity®-3 process platform, integrating proprietary SFCPixel® and PixGain HDR® technologies. It delivers high sensitivity, low noise, and high dynamic range, while also supporting Always-On Video (AOV) recording. These features enable AI-powered low-light full-color cameras to capture sharp 4K images with true-to-life color reproduction in extremely dark or even lightless outdoor environments without active illumination.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786089690569302741.png"/></div>Main FeaturesHigh SensitivityLeveraging SmartSens’ patented SFCPixel® and Lightbox IR® near-infrared enhancement technologies, SC855SL offers excellent sensitivity performance across both visible and NIR spectrum. Its quantum efficiency (QE) at the 520nm visible wavelength hits 81%, and its SNR1s value reaches as low as 0.39 lux. This enables bright, daylight-like full-color imaging in extremely dark or completely lightless scenes including suburban and rural areasas well as remote forests without the need for supplemental lighting. Additionally, empowered by Lightbox IR® technology, the sensor delivers outstanding NIR imaging capability, with QE reaching 42% and 26% at 850nm and 940nm respectively, providing clear NIR images even in low-light environments.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786089690586329433.png"/></div>Low NoiseSC855SL incorporates innovative SFCPixel® technology and supports Correlated Multiple Sampling modes (CMS2, CMS4) as well as 12-bit quantization mode, achieving significant noise reduction. Under long-exposure, high-gain conditions in normal operation, the sensor’s read noise (RN) is as low as 0.63e⁻, approximately 65% lower than equivalent products in the industry. This enables low-light full-color cameras to capture finer and sharper night-vision images.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786089690409870138.png"/></div>Always-On VideoBuilt on SmartClarity®-3 platform, SC855SL delivers comprehensive performance upgrades for dynamic range and high-temperature imaging, while also supporting Always-On Video (AOV) recording. Leveraging SmartSens&#x27; proprietary SmartAOV® 2.1 technology, the sensor enables seamless, continuous video capture, allowing wireless battery-powered cameras and 4G solar-powered surveillance systems to operate reliably 24/7 around the clock.High Dynamic RangeSC855SL further incorporates SmartSens&#x27; patented PixGain HDR® technology, achieving a dynamic range of 80dB. This enables surveillance cameras to clearly capture both highlight and shadow details in challenging lighting conditions with strong contrast, such as bright backlighting or intense direct light, while effectively suppressing motion artifacts and delivering clear, high-dynamic-range video without motion blur. Additionally, the sensor supports Staggered HDR mode to accommodate diverse imaging requirements across different surveillance applications.Excellent High-temperature Imaging StabilitySupported by SmartSens’ advanced SmartClarity®-3 platform, SC855SL also demonstrates stable high-temperature imaging performance. At 80°C operating condition, its dark current is reduced by approximately 49% compared to the previous generation, ensuring surveillance cameras to maintain steady, clear imaging even in outdoor 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/1786089690318005350.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786089690128845754.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786089690399935983.png"/></div>SC855SL is currently available for sampling, with mass production scheduled for Q2 2026. For more information, 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 advancing 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 product innovation and to fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Launches 8MP 4K Star-Light CMOS Image Sensor for Intelligent Security Applications

Shanghai, China, March 19, 2026 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, today unveiled two new additions to SmartSens Linear Sensor (LA) Series, the 8K resolution SC835LA and the 16K resolution SC1635LA. Leveraging SmartSens’s proprietary SmartClarity®-3 technology, the two BSI image sensors with stitching process deliver multiple advantages including high line rate, high sensitivity, low power consumption and low noise. Available in both monochrome and color versions, the SC835LA and SC1635LA are designed to meet the demands of high‑speed industrial inspection for ultra-long objects, providing efficient vision output for high-end industrial line cameras.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786328935751743949.png"/></div><a name="OLE_LINK1">Main Features</a>High ResolutionBoth the SC835LA and SC1635LA achieve high resolution, high line rate and low power consumption by employing advanced SmartClarity®-3 technology and upgraded BSI and stitching process in high-speed industrial inspection. Leveraging stitching technology (pattern division, double exposure and precision stitching), the two sensors enable 8K and 16K high-resolution and large-size linear CISs manufactured on a single wafer. They provide a wide field of view for large objects like wide‑web films and large mechanical components while accurately detecting tiny surface defects.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786329233322009231.gif"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786328935275742644.png"/></div>High Line Rate &amp; Low Power ConsumptionBoth the SC835LA and SC1635LA achieve maximum line rates of 150 kHz and 100 kHz, respectively, matching the pace of industrial production lines to prevent image distortion or data loss caused by<a name="OLE_LINK2"> low line rate,</a> thus ensuring uninterrupted inspection. The two sensors also support 32x analog gain, significantly reducing power consumption in operation. Compared with similar products in the industry, the SC835LA reduces power consumption by up to 60%. In 24/7 continuous production scenarios, power consumption optimization helps high‑end industrial line scan cameras reduce heat generation, extend device lifespan and lower maintenance costs.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786328935369555249.png"/></div>Enhanced Image QualityIndustrial production lines often encounter complex lighting conditions, such as uneven illumination and dust. The SC835LA and SC1635LA employ PixGain™ technology to enhance sensitivity and dynamic range, delivering accurate color and rich details under varied lighting.The monochrome SC835LA achieves a peak QE of 95.8% in the visible spectrum – about 30.9% higher than comparable products with BSI and stitching. This ensures clear detail even in low light for 24/7 inspection systems. <div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786328935487145610.png"/></div>Optimized Dynamic RangeThe sensors employ PixGain™ technology, which selectively switches between High Conversion Gain (HCG) and Low Conversion Gain (LCG). For the SC835LA, FWC reaches 10 ke⁻ in HCG and 36 ke⁻ in LCG. In low lighting, HCG mode improves sensitivity and reduces noise to show dark details. In bright conditions, LCG mode prevents highlight clipping and preserves bright‑area detail. This flexible switching enables clear images under complex lighting, ensuring reliable and accurate inspection.Quadlinear Color ModeBoth sensors are available in monochrome(1/2/3/4-line) and color (Quadlinear mode in RGBW) versions to address diverse requirements. The monochrome version supports 1/2/3/4-line modes, which can be selectively enabled to achieve an optimal balance between brightness and line speed. In Quadlinear RGBW mode, the sensors deliver bright, detailed, and true‑color images with richer information. These flexible output options can effectively improve the efficiency of 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/1786328935080493676.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1786328935442780029.png"/></div>Both the SC835LA and SC1635LA are available for sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2026. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: <a href="mailto:cs@smartsenstech.com">cs@smartsenstech.com</a>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 & 16K High Resolution Linear CMOS Image Sensor for Industrial Line Scan Cameras

Shanghai, China, January 15, 2026 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SC860AT, an 8.3-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) of SmartSens Automotive Sensor Series. Developed upon CARSens®-XR Gen 2 platform, SC860AT adopts single pixel architecture, and integrates SmartSens&#x27; advanced technologies including Lofic HDR®2.0 and SFCPixel®. It supports AB-Exposure™ dual-frame exposure control and has significant advantages in high frame rate, high sensitivity, and high dynamic range. Besides, SC860AT is compliant with ISO 26262 ASIL-B and ISO 21434. Therefore, SC860AT can meet the imaging upgrade requirements of automotive front view, side view, rear view, Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS), and Electronic Rearview Mirror cameras.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1779076483102055842.png"/></div> Main featuresAB-Exposure™ dual-frame exposure control function SC860AT supports a high frame rate of 45fps and AB-Exposure™ dual-frame exposure control function. SC860AT can independently set different exposure parameters for frame A and frame B, which helps automotive cameras to output clear and complete high-frame-rate visual images in all-day and all-scene conditions.In AB-Exposure™ dual-frame exposure control mode, frame A can be set to a long fixed exposure time (&gt;10ms), which is used to capture the flickering signals of LED lights such as traffic lights and road signs, ensuring to capture continuous and complete images. Frame B can be set to an automatic exposure time. When encountering with strong-light scenes or moving vehicles and pedestrians, the exposure time is reduced to effectively suppress overexposure and motion blur, thus achieving high-quality images.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap align-center" style="text-align:center"><img size="1" _root="[object Object]" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1779076523135411405.gif" width="916" height="641" style="width:916px;height:641px"/></div>CARSens®-XR Gen 2 platformBuilt on the advanced SmartSens’ CARSens®-XR Gen 2 platform, SC860AT adopts Stacked BSI architecture and Stack MIM capacitor process, which achieves excellent performance such as high dynamic range and low noise, thus effectively improving image quality. Moreover, SC860AT also has cost-effective advantages and a stable supply chain system. It effectively meets the customers&#x27; demands for high-quality automotive CIS products and reliable supply services.Lofic HDR®2.0 technologyAdopting single pixel architecture, SmartSens’ advanced Lofic HDR®2.0 and SFCPixel® technologies, SC860AT resolves issues such as pixel crosstalk and color distortion, achieving high sensitivity and low noise. It delivers bright and clear images for automotive cameras in low-light conditions.Besides, based on SmartSens’ Lofic HDR®2.0 + VS 4-frame HDR technology, SC860AT achieves a dynamic range of up to 140dB, enabling cameras to capture clear images with highlight and shadow details in complex lighting environments. In Lofic HDR®2.0 mode, by combining three frames of different gains at the same exposure, SC860AT achieves high dynamic range imaging without motion blur, thereby contributing to improving the accuracy of detection and recognition of automotive cameras.LED Flicker Suppression (LFS)SC860AT employs SmartSens’ LED Flicker Suppression (LFS) technology, which effectively resolves the image flicker caused by LED lights and provides automotive cameras with stable and clear images.Multiple packagesSC860AT adopts an iBGA package. Compared with the conventional CSP package, the iBGA package of SC860AT is based on improved Ball Grid Array structure, delivering superior thermal stability, electrical performance, mechanical stress resistance and a lower DPPM failure rate. It effectively reduces the risks of package warpage and solder joint fatigue. With the support of iBGA package, CIS can pass a series of rigorous reliability tests, including temperature cycling test, mechanical shock test, vibration test and operating life test, etc., thus providing safe and reliable CIS images for ADAS applications. In addition, SC860AT also supports RW and COB packages, offering customers diverse and flexible product options.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1779076555004825155.png"/></div>Mr. Kevin Shao, General Manager of Automotive Business Group at SmartSens Technology said, “ Developed upon SmartSens CARSens®-XR Gen 2 platform and multiple innovative technologies, SC860AT has significant advantages in high frame rate, high sensitivity, high dynamic range and adopts iBGA package, providing clear and stable images for automotive cameras. As a high-performance automotive-grade CIS, SC860AT has both performance and cost advantages, providing customers with a high-quality and reliable product choice. Moreover, SC860AT and SmartSens 3MP CIS can cover advanced 11V and 7V ADAS visual solutions, enabling automotive cameras to clearly perceive and recognize the surrounding environments. In the future, SmartSens will continue to deepen cooperation with supply chain partners and ensure high-quality and reliable automotive visual imaging products and supply services, thereby facilitating continuous development of diverse automotive applications such as ADAS and in-cabin cameras.”<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1779076573012676689.png"/></div>SC860AT is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2026. 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 8.3MP High-Performance CMOS Image Sensor for Automotive Cameras

Shanghai, China, January 8, 2026 SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, recently announced SCC85HAI, a 15-MegaPixel (MP) CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for intelligent security applications. SCC85HAI is built on SmartSens&#x27; SmartClarity®-3 platform, and integrates SmartSens&#x27; advanced technologies including Lightbox IR®, SmartAOV®2.1, and InSensor HDR™. It has significant advantages in high sensitivity, low noise, high dynamic range, and Always-On Video (AOV). Besides, SCC85HAI features 5K resolution (5120H×3072V) and supports 16:9 and 1:1 aspect ratios, which meet the upgraded requirements of surveillance cameras for image clarity and field of view in large-range and long-distance scenes.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835525985266398.png"/></div> Main featuresHigh resolutionSCC85HAI features a 15MP high resolution, enabling surveillance cameras to capture clear image details. In addition, SCC85HAI supports two resolution ratios: 5120Hx2880V (16:9) and 4096Hx3072V (4:3), which are compatible with both horizontal and vertical screen display devices, allowing for accurate horizontal and vertical fields of view with high-definition images.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835585268023623.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835602388357115.png"/></div>High sensitivityBased on SFCPixel® and Lightbox IR® technologies, SCC85HAI achieves significant improvement in sensitivity. The peak Quantum Efficiency (QE) of SCC85HAI reaches up to 81% at the 520nm wavelength. Compared with the competitor in the industry, the peak QE of SCC85HAI increases by 57% at the 850nm wavelength and 87% at the 940nm wavelength, respectively, enabling its clear and bright image capture in low-light scenes. Besides, its excellent near-infrared imaging performance also helps surveillance cameras effectively reduce the number of infrared lights, thus lowering the device&#x27;s power consumption and heat.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835619250699655.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835629305527508.png"/></div>Low noiseEmploying SmartSens&#x27; advanced SFCPixel® and ultra-low noise readout circuit technologies, SCC85HAI achieves a Read Noise (RN) as low as 0.63e-, which has a significant reduction of 34% when compared with the competitor, thereby helping surveillance cameras to capture clear and delicate images even in low-light scenes.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835643598115343.png"/></div>High dynamic rangeBased on InSensor HDR™ technology, SCC85HAI has a dynamic range of up to 75dB while effectively reducing motion blur, which bring clear images without motion blur. In various lighting environments from narmal light to strong contrast light, SCC85HAI provides surveillance cameras with clear high dynamic range videos. In addition, SCC85HAI supports Staggered HDR mode, with a maximum dynamic range of up to 105dB, enabling cameras to capture images with richer details in complex lighting conditions.Always-On Video (AOV)Employing SmartSens’ SmartAOV®2.1 technology, SCC85HAI supports Always-On Video (AOV). When a moving target is detected, SCC85HAI is awakened quickly and captures videos at a frame rate of 30fps. When a moving target is not detected, SCC85HAI captures videos at a low frame rate of 1fps in a low power consumption mode, which helps reduce the power consumption of battery-powered cameras and 4G solar-powered cameras, thus enabling cameras to capture all-day videos 24/7.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1778835680965871026.png"/></div>SCC85HAI is sampling now and will be mass-produced in Q2 2026. 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 15MP High-Performance CMOS Image Sensor for Intelligent Security Applications

Shanghai, China, December 25, 2025, SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, announced SC525XS, a 50-megapixel (MP) 0.7μm CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for smartphone cameras. Based on SmartClarity®-SL Pro technology, SC525XS is manufactured in a 28nm+ Stacked BSI process and equipped with patented technologies such as PixGain HDR®, SFCPixel®-SL and AllPix ADAF®. It features multiple performance advantages including high dynamic range, low noise, all-pixel all-directional autofocus and low power consumption. As a fully domestically developed and produced high-end CMOS image sensor, SC525XS innovatively features a low-power Always-On function. It is applicable to various auxiliary cameras in flagship smartphones, including front cameras and wide-angle cameras. With its finely tuned features and excellent overall performance, SC525XS enhances the imaging experience for the auxiliary camera category.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785919202112437085.png"/></div>Always-OnSC525XS supports an Always-On low-power standby function. In this mode, SC525XS operates continuously at a low frame rate to meet the all-day standby visual detection requirements of high-end smartphones - including facial unlock and wake-on-gaze for front cameras. For example, in facial recognition applications for smartphone front cameras, SC525XS continuously captures low-resolution images at a reduced frame rate when no activity is detected. Once a face is identified, it quickly wakes up and switches to standard imaging mode, enabling fast and accurate facial unlock. Thanks to SmartSens’ advanced low-power management technology, SC525XS consumes only 1.7mW in Always-On mode, significantly helping preserve smartphone battery life.Built on the full-process domestic 28nm+ Stack process platform, SC525XS achieves a significant reduction in overall power consumption. In normal operation mode, its power draw is approximately 30% lower than that of comparable industry offerings, effectively minimizing device heat generation during extended video capture and enabling longer maximum shooting durations.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785918218160072138.png"/></div>High Dynamic Range &amp; High Frame RateSC525XS is equipped with SmartSens’ patented PixGain HDR® technology, which helps SC525XS achieve a maximum dynamic range of 80dB. This allows the camera to capture more details in both highlights and shadows, resulting in video footage with vivid light and shadow gradations. Leveraging the technology’s single-exposure dual-frame fusion capability, SC525XS effectively suppresses motion artifacts. Even when filming fast-moving subjects, the smartphone camera can produce high dynamic range (HDR) video with clear gradation and without motion blur.SC525XS supports various high-frame-rate video recording modes, including 4K at 120fps, 4K at 60fps with PixGain HDR®, 12.5MP at 30fps with PixGain HDR®+VS, and 4K at 60fps in 2x zoom. This flexibility meets diverse shooting scenario requirements, which significantly enhances the video performance of flagship smartphone auxiliary cameras, making the final video output notably smoother and more refined. Low Noise &amp; High SensitivityThanks to SmartSens&#x27; advanced SFCPixel®-SL technology and its low-noise peripheral readout circuit, SC525XS achieves higher sensitivity while effectively suppressing noise. Its sensitivity reaches 1904 mV/lux*s, enabling clearer and brighter imaging in low-light conditions such as nighttime or twilight. The readout noise of SC525XS is only about 0.86e-, which is approximately 38.6% lower than that of competing products with similar specifications, enhancing image quality in night scenes, delivering finer and cleaner details.SC525XS uses its outstanding low-light imaging capabilities to improve night recognition in smartphone front cameras, making nighttime selfies brighter, more vivid, and effortlessly capture-worthy.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785918443870916471.png"/></div>AllPix ADAF® &amp; Sparse PDAF® technologiesSC525XS is equipped with SmartSens AllPix ADAF® and Sparse PDAF® Technologies, supporting two fast focusing modes. In low-light conditions such as dusk or nighttime, SC525XS can operate in AllPix ADAF® mode. It uses 100% pixel autofocus to deliver accurate and fast autofocus performance, which allows for quick and clear captures even in dark environments. In bright conditions, SC525XS switches to the Sparse PDAF® mode, which performs phase detection using only 6% of the pixels, ensuring precise focus while effectively reducing power consumption.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785918443995846761.png"/></div>On-Chip RemosaicSC525XS supports on-chip remosaic, allowing it to output 50MP full-size high-resolution photos and 12.5MP full-size HD video without relying on the smartphone SoC&#x27;s processing power. On-chip remosaic reduces the computational load on the smartphone SoC when delivering high-definition images. This reduced load helps improve the efficiency of later image processing tasks, such as AI-powered photo enhancement, and flexibly meets the evolving imaging requirements of premium flagship smartphones.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img id="" title="" alt="" loop="" autoplay="" controls="" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785919235779263177.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785918443908179887.png"/></div>SC525XS is currently available for sampling and will enter mass production in Q2 2026. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: <a href="mailto:cs@smartsenstech.com">cs@smartsenstech.com</a> 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 advancing 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 product innovation and to fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

SmartSens Launches 50MP 0.7μm CMOS Image Sensor for Smartphone Cameras

Shanghai, China, December 11, 2025, SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (SSE STAR MARKET: 688213), a technologically advanced CMOS image sensor supplier, announced SC512HS, a 50-megapixel (MP) 0.64-micron Pixel CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for smartphone cameras. Based on<a name="_Hlk201851370"> SmartSens</a>’ SmartClarity®-SL technology, SC512HS is equipped with patented technologies such as PixGain HDR®, SFCPixel®-SL and AllPix ADAF®. It features multiple performance advantages including high dynamic range, low noise, and all pixel autofocus. As an extension of SmartSens’ domestic high-performance Stacked BSI platform series, SC512HS offers a good balance of performance and cost. It is well-suited for various smartphone camera applications, serving as the main cameras in mainstream phones and secondary cameras in mid-to-high-end devices.Main FeaturesHigh Dynamic RangeLeveraging SmartSens’ proprietary PixGain HDR® technology, SC512HS achieves a maximum dynamic range of 81dB, which enables smartphones to retain more details in both highlights and shadows during video recording, even under complex lighting conditions such as blacklight or strong outdoor light and high contrast scenes. Furthermore, PixGain HDR® technology is implemented through dual-frame fusion within a single exposure. The approach effectively suppresses motion artifacts, ensuring high dynamic range video remains clear and free from motion blur. Additionally, SC512HS supports several HDR modes, including Staggered HDR and NDOL HDR. This flexibility allows it to meet diverse imaging strategy requirements across different application scenarios.Low NoiseBenefiting from SmartSens’ advanced SFCPixel® technology, SC512HS achieves a significant reduction in noise. Its read noise is approximately 0.75 e-, representing a 50% decrease compared to competitive products of similar specifications in the industry. The excellent noise suppression capability directly enhances the low-light performance of smartphone cameras, delivering finer, cleaner nighttime photos and videos.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785915769539673139.png"/></div>In-Sensor ZoomSC512HS supports full 50-megapixel image output, delivering professional-level ultra-high image resolution to smartphone cameras. Moreover, it is equipped with In-Sensor Zoom (ISZ) technology, which enables on-chip lossless 2x digital zoom directly. This ensures high-definition image quality at both the 1x and 2x focal lengths frequently used in real-world shooting scenarios, thereby significantly enhancing the photographic experience for mainstream smartphone primary cameras.AllPix ADAF® &amp; Sparse PDAF®SC512HS features SmartSens’ AllPix ADAF® and Sparse PDAF® technologies, offering two fast autofocus modes that deliver an excellent balance between focusing efficiency and low power consumption across diverse lighting conditions. Ordinary smartphone cameras often suffer from degraded focusing speed and accuracy in low-light scenarios such as night and dusk environments. SC512HS directly addresses this challenge with its AllPix ADAF® mode. By leveraging 100% of its pixels for focusing, it enables fast and precise autofocus even in dark settings. Under daylight conditions, SC512HS can switch seamlessly to Sparse PDAF® mode. This method utilizes only 6% of pixels for phase detection, not only maintaining accurate, rapid focus but also significantly reducing camera power consumption.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785915850997435801.png"/></div>Low Power ConsumptionBuilt on SmartSens’ SmartClarity®-SL technology platform, SC512HS utilizes a 55nm stacked process, which ensures excellent overall performance while effectively reducing power consumption. Its ultra-low-power design helps mitigate device overheating during operation and extends the maximum recording duration for high-definition video, ultimately supporting longer device battery life.As a new addition to SmartSens’ high-performance stacked BSI series, SC512HS strikes an excellent balance between performance and cost efficiency. It can work alongside other products in the series, including SC562HS, SC532HS and SC130HS. Together, they provide a complete CIS solution for smartphone cameras, supporting the local supply of smartphone CIS in China. This product lineup offers a diverse range of options for manufacturers.<div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785915932136834540.png"/></div><div class="media-wrap image-wrap"><img class="media-wrap image-wrap" src="https://smartsens.oss-cn-beijing.aliyuncs.com/web/img/1785915931938539178.png"/></div>SC512HS is currently available for sampling and will enter mass production in Q1 2026. For more information or to request a sample, please contact SmartSens Sales Representatives: <a href="mailto:cs@smartsenstech.com">cs@smartsenstech.com</a>.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 advancing 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 product innovation and to fueling growth in numerous industries by delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of image sensors. Learn more at SmartSensTech.com.

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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.

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