Sony Corporation has announced two new image sensors with AI processing functionality, the 12.3MP 1/2.3-type Sony IMX500 and Sony IMX501. Left: IMX500 Right: IMX501 According to Sony, the new sensors feature a stacked configuration consisting of a pixel chip and logic chip. Compared to conventional sensors that need to upload the data to the cloud for AI processing, Sony's Intelligent Vision Sensors do all the ISP processing, image analysis, and AI processing on the logic chip itself. https://youtu.be/20rXEtG4CjQ Sony's new AI-equipped sensors are designed for use in retail and industrial equipment industries. Sony has announced the Lytia 910, its first image sensor to use LOFIC technology, offering up to 100dB of dynamic range from a single exposure. Other features include support for 4K HDR video at 60fps and new Ultra High Conversion Gain circuits that reportedly reduce image noise by around 30% compared to previous Sony sensors in low-light situations. Sony plans to begin mass production this summer, with smartphones using the sensor expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026. Read more in our articles including "Sony intros IMX500, IMX501 Intelligent Vision Sensors with AI functionality" and "Sony announces Lytia 910 LOFIC sensor with 100dB dynamic range".
Sony Corporation has announced two new image sensors with AI processing functionality, the 12.3MP 1/2.3-type Sony IMX500 and Sony IMX501. Left: IMX500 Right: IMX501 According to Sony, the new sensors feature a stacked configuration consisting of a pixel chip and logic chip.
Compared to conventional sensors that need to upload the data to the cloud for AI processing, Sony's Intelligent Vision Sensors do all the ISP processing, image analysis, and AI processing on the logic chip itself. https://youtu.be/20rXEtG4CjQ Sony's new AI-equipped sensors are designed for use in retail and industrial equipment industries. Sony has announced the Lytia 910, its first image sensor to use LOFIC technology, offering up to 100dB of dynamic range from a single exposure.
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