Sony Launches New CMOS Sensor

Sony recently launched a new CMOS sensor, the ISX038. Specifically designed for use in automotive cameras, the ISX038 is designed to simultaneously process and output RAW images, which are required for external environment and recognition for advanced driving assistant systems and autonomous driving systems, and YUV images, which are used in infotainment applications.

According to Sony, this technology is designed to help simplify automotive camera technology by consolidating applications into one chip.  Current methods such as multi-camera systems or a system that outputs RAW and YUV images use an external ISP. Using a stacked structure consisting of a pixel chip and logic chip with signal processing circuit woth the proprietary logic on the SSS chip, the ISX038 consolidates applications, which helps simplify automotive camera systems by saving space, costs, and power.

The ISX038 has 8.39 MPixel 3857 x 2177 resolution with 2.1 um x 2.1 um cell size. It achieves a frame rate of 30 fps and produces a diagonal image size of 9.30 mm. It has a 130 dB dynamic range and has a MIPI CSI-2 serial output.

In addition, ISX038 is compatible with Mobileeye’s EyeQ6 System-on-a-Chip, which is designed for ADAS and AD technology.

According to Sony, the current focus is on automobile applications, although the technology can be used in any vehicle, including commercial vehicles.

To Learn More:

Contact: Sony

Headquarters: Kanagawa, Japan

Product: ISX038 CMOS sensor

Key Features: Processes and outputs RAW and YUV image data simultaneouly, 8.39 MPixel resolution, 30 fps frame rate.

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