OmniVision Group Unveils Revolutionary CMOS Image Sensor OV50K40 for Mobile Phones
OmniVision Group has made a groundbreaking announcement with the launch of the innovative CMOS image sensor OV50K40, designed specifically for mobile phones. This sensor is setting new standards in smartphone photography as it is the world‘s first smartphone image sensor equipped with TheiaCel technology.
The TheiaCel technology embedded in the OV50K40 sensor enhances its capabilities through the Lateral Overflow Integrating Capacitor (LOFIC), enabling it to achieve a dynamic range comparable to the human eye with a single exposure. This ensures that the sensor can deliver unprecedented images with rich details and natural tones even in complex lighting conditions.
With a 50-megapixel resolution and a 1.2um single pixel size, the OV50K40 boasts exceptional image quality. It also features high gain and correlated multiple sampling (CMS) technology, along with advanced pixel binning technology for improved sensitivity in low-light environments.
Moreover, the OV50K40 is equipped with Quad Phase Detection (QPD) technology, enabling fast and accurate autofocus across the entire image array. Additionally, the sensor’s on-chip pixel restoration algorithm supports up to 8K video recording and 2x crop zoom capability, making it a versatile option for mobile phone photography.
In order to support the advanced sensor technology, OmniVision has utilized its latest PureCel Plus-S chip stacking technology in the OV50K40, ensuring excellent resolution even with a small 1.2um pixel size. The sensor is now in mass production and is expected to hit the market soon.
Interestingly, the press conference for the HONOR Magic6 Ultimate Edition mobile phone revealed that it features an H9800 sensor with similar parameters to the OmniVision OV50K40, including lateral overflow integrating capacitor technology. This has sparked speculation that the two sensors may in fact be the same product, showcasing the industry’s drive towards innovation and cutting-edge technology in smartphone photography.