OMNIVISION has introduced the OV50M40, a new image sensor designed for a range of smartphone cameras.
OMNIVISION OV50M40
This sensor boasts a 50-megapixel (MP) resolution and is ideal for front, main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras.
It is a 0.61-micron (µm) pixel CMOS sensor featuring advanced capabilities like single exposure dual analog gain (DAG) video HDR and an always-on low power mode.
- Built on OMNIVISION’s PureCel Plus‑S stacked-die technology, the OV50M40 combines high resolution with compact pixel size.
- It captures 50MP images at 12 frames per second (fps), 12.5MP images at 60 fps, 4K2K video at 60 fps, and 1080p video at 120 fps.
- The sensor uses a 1/2.88-inch optical format and supports CPHY/DPHY MIPI interface with dual DOVDD 1.8/1.2V.
Key Features of the OV50M40
HDR Technology: Supports staggered HDR and DAG HDR. Staggered HDR enhances dynamic range for superior video and photo quality, while DAG provides single-exposure HDR to reduce motion artifacts in challenging lighting.
Low-Light Performance: Offers robust low-light capabilities with 4-cell binning, advanced noise reduction, and up to 64x analog gain.
Autofocus: Includes phase detection autofocus (PDAF) for both binning and full resolution modes, ensuring clear telephoto camera zooms.
Always-On Function: Features motion detection and low power usage, enabling high-quality image capture with both rear and front cameras. It supports 2x or 3x high-quality crop-zoom for telephoto shots.
Availability
The OV50M40 will be available for sampling in Q3 2024, with mass production expected to begin in Q4 2024.
Speaking about the launch, James Liu, Senior Product Marketing Manager at OMNIVISION, said,
As the demand for compact 50MP resolution image sensors in smartphones grows—across front, main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras—our new OV50M40 image sensor offers a versatile solution. It provides mobile phone OEMs with a single camera option that meets various application needs, simplifying the supply chain and reducing costs.