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Sony IMX472-AAJK sensor offers huge frame rates in 4/3ds format!

Sony has released some white paper specs on a new Micro 4/3rds sensor that is as of now, the most advanced ever on the format considering the mix of Backside illumination, Stacked technology and high resolution color at 10 bits on full sensor read outs. The frame rates offered are also quite impressive with up to 1139fps at 0.46 Megapixels or 1760px Horizontal x 262px Vertical on the fastest range and 121fps at the full sensor area read-out at 20.9MP.

The Panasonic GH6 is coming later this year and it is estimated that this new sensor is actually the one that will be used on that camera. If Lumix technology can make full use of the sensor specs even for small fractions of time, we could have a killer slow motion mass produced camera.  The VFR mode on Panasonic Lumix cameras has always been more than acceptable and they could breathe new life into the format if these sensor specs are used to their fullest. We expect at least 1080p at 240fps which will be a slightly stretched delivery from the 1760 x 1318 240.2fps mode listed on the sensor specs → Continue Reading Full Post ←

4k Global Shutter Sensors From On Semiconductor!

4k Global Shutter Sensors From On Semiconductor

On Semiconductor has launched two new 4k ready CMOS global shutter sensors with new technology for reduced noise and improved image quality. The parts are geared to surveillance, automotive, consumer devices and industrial applications.  Both sensors are able to do high frame rates at 4k at full resolution.

The XGS 8000 is an 8.8 Mp (4096 x 2160) 4k / UHD resolution Global Shutter CMOS image sensor in 1/1.1 inch optical format capable of 120fps at full 8.8MP resolution. This first one geared for smaller devices. The XGS 12000 is a 12.6 Mp (4096 x 3072) CMOS image sensor in 1″ inch format, supporting up to 90 fps readout at full 12.6MP resolution. This sensor is better for higher resolution solutions.

XGS 8000: CMOS Image Sensor, Global Shutter, 8.8 Mp (4k / UHD resolution):

The XGS 8000 is a 8.8 Mp (4096 x 2160) 4k / UHD resolution Global Shutter CMOS image sensor in 1/1.1 inch optical format, supporting up to 120 frame per second readout at full resolution.

The device provides high resolution, global shutter imaging with high readout speed for industrial imaging customers. A compact package design and low power footprint make the device compatible with a 29 x 29 mm2 camera footprint. Two-speed grades are available to match device output to key computer interfaces and application requirements.

The XGS 8000 is a member of the X-Class image sensor platform, which allows one camera design to support not only multiple resolutions but also different pixel designs with only minor modifications, simplifying and speeding time to market for new camera designs.

The XGS 8000 is available in a 163-pin LGA package in both monochrome and Bayer color configurations.

Features Benefits
  • Member of X-Class platform
  • Allows one camera design to support multiple resolutions and multiple pixel designs
  • Advanced 3.2 µm global shutter pixel
  • High resolution with high image quality and uniformity
  • Energy efficient design
  • Reduced power and thermal footprints
  • Compact package
  • Compatible with 29 x 29 mm2 camera design
  • Available speed grades
  • Match to key computer interface and application requirements
Applications End Products
  • Image capture
  • Broadcast cameras
  • Industrial cameras and systems
  • Security cameras and systems
  • Inspection system (food, bottles, recycling labels, etc.)

XGS 12000: CMOS Image Sensor, Global Shutter, 12.6 Mp:

The XGS 12000 is a 12.6 Mp (4096 x 3072) CMOS image sensor in 1 inch optical format, supporting up to 90 frame per second readout at full resolution.

The device provides high resolution, global shutter imaging with high readout speed for industrial imaging customers. A compact package design and low power footprint make the device compatible with a 29 x 29 mm2 camera footprint. Two speed grades are available to match device output to key computer interfaces and application requirements.

The XGS 12000 is a member of the X-Class image sensor platform, which allows one camera design to support not only multiple resolutions but also different pixel designs with only minor modifications, simplifying and speeding time to market for new camera designs.

The XGS 12000 is available in a 163-pin LGA package in both monochrome and Bayer color configurations.

Features Benefits
  • Member of X-Class platform
  • Allows one camera design to support multiple resolutions and multiple pixel designs
  • Advanced 3.2 µm global shutter pixel
  • High resolution with high image quality and uniformity
  • Energy efficient design
  • Reduced power and thermal footprints
  • Compact package
  • Compatible with 29 x 29 mm2 camera design
  • Available speed grades
  • Match to key computer interface and application requirements
Applications End Products
  • Image capture
  • Industrial cameras and systems
  • Inspection system (food, bottles, recycling labels, etc.)
  • Security cameras and systems

HSC Take on these new sensors:

-1,061,683,200 pixels/second for the XGS 8000

  • 512fps @ 1080p bandwidth
  • 1,152fps @ 720p bandwidth

-1,132,462,080 pixels/second for the XGS 12000

  • 546fps @ 1080p bandwidth
  • 1,228fps @ 720p bandwidth

These sensors are geared to industrial applications and surveillance cameras. That doesn’t mean that slow-motion cameras are out of the running for using these parts.  There are however better options out there for higher frame rates as these sensors while fast offer pretty mediocre frame rates in windowed mode for 1080p and 720p recording. The 120fps 4k is nice on the XGS 8000 but as more cameras adopt the format it will be just within spec.  It seems these new sensors are better used in sorter machines and production lines.

The  3.2 µm pixel size on both of these is adequate but still small compared the sensor 10 µm in say an edgertronic SC2X camera which is excellent in low light levels and offers better frame rates.

We expect to see new sensors used in a variety of cameras at NAB 2018 in early April. Stay tuned. – HSC

More info on both sensors at the On Semiconductor website: http://www.onsemi.com/PowerSolutions/newsItem.do?article=4043

Sony Xperia XZ1 Rumors Say 960fps Feature!

Sony Xperia XZ1

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Rumors about a 5.2″ HDR screen phone in the XZ line include the Motion Eye feature of 960fps video capture.  The Xperia XZs and XZ Premium earlier this year showed off Sony’s new slow motion capabilities when it comes to mobile sensor packages. The quality on those phones aims for 720p at 960fps and while it has some artifacts it is still usable.

We expect the Motion Eye Feature of the XZ1 to be the same as in other XZ phones which lasts under one second of recording at 720p 960fps. The Phone leaks also suggests the same sensor block which at 19MP is identical to previous XZ releases with Motion Eye.  The Phone will also have 4k 30p and 60fps 1080p recording.  

EXCLUSIVE: 360-degree supposed leaked renders of Sony Xperia XZ1 by CompareRaja:

Xperia XZ1 Leaked Specs (RUMOR):

  • 5.2-inch HDR display
  • Snapdragon 835 chip-set
  • 4GB of RAM
  • 64GB of storage
  • 19MP rear camera
  • 960fps slow motion video recording
  • 13MP front-facing camera
  • front-facing stereo speakers
  • IP65 or IP68 level dust and water resistance.

Camera Specs From XZ Premium Likely to be the same in the XZ1:

  • 19MP Motion Eye™ Camera1/2.3″
  • Exmor RS™ stacked sensor
  • Pixel Pitch 1.22μm
  • Triple image sensing technologyPredictive Hybrid Autofocus
  • 960 fps Super slow motion videos
  • Predictive Capture
  • 0.5 sec Quick Launch & Capture
Xperia XZ Premium Motion Eye Tech Video by Sony:

Pricing and Release Date:

The Xperia XZ1 is estimated to be released by August 31st 2017 with a pricing bracket of $699.99 USD or £549 Pounds.  If Rumors are right!

SONY Xperia XZ1 FINAL DESIGN Leak by 小翔 XIANG: → Continue Reading Full Post ←

Sony New IMX382 Sensor Tracks Objects at 1000fps!

Sony New IMX382 Sensor

Sony is not only pushing the frame rate boundaries of CMOS sensors with their Stacked technology; but now it’s implementing and improving on the design with circuitry that can track objects with pinpoint electronic precision based on pixel colors, contrast, and motion vectors. The result the IMX382 is a complete tracking sensor solution that could one day be used for full AF during high-speed video capture by accurately representing the scene.

While 1000fps is not the end all be all of high-speed frame rate, the fact that it can accurately track with very little lag the object motion in front could one day translate into perfect autofocus capability for many types of cameras. Not only the focus department is improved by this technology but now you can use the sensor in all sorts of industrial, law enforcement, traffic cameras and monitoring solutions for robotics.

Sony New IMX382 Sensor Could Change Everything:

The demo shows the technology on things like coin counting machines that have to scan at superhuman speeds. But we can glimpse at a future where the camera is intelligent enough to track you, focus and become a full camera assistant that pulls focus precisely, becoming the ultimate Vlogger tool that will not break the bank or require a salary.

Auto Focus systems today do show promise by leveraging the power of phase detection along with intelligent algorithms to keep subjects in focus. Canon has as of now the most natural looking and dependable solution with its dual pixel AF technology present in cameras like the 80D and the 5D Mark IV. However these systems are not intelligently tracking subjects based on the preference on the shooter, with a few machine learning algorithms it could use the new Sensor’s 1000fps power to create a customizable tracking solution that could communicate motion to a free motion base or drone that tracks subjects and focuses accordingly without the ill effects of misfocus.

The sensing power of the sensor is limited to just above HD resolution at 500fps with 4 bits or 1000fps at just under VGA. This is not a problem for image quality as this is used only by sensing; not image capture.

500fps
1000fps
Quad-VGA (1280×960) 4bit
640×470 4bit

Sony is making leaps in technology with their sensors that are leapfrogging the rest of the market. In a few years, the Stacked sensor technology will probably be present in most cameras, phones, and monitoring solutions.  Robotics are in need of this technology as well by needing hyper fast optical input for decision making.

Will Autonomous cars use the new sensor?

Level 3 autonomy in cars will require the best sensors possible and ones that can detect in fractions of a second if the obstacle in front is a person, a deadly object or something soft. Cars will be making decisions that will either save lives or take them based on the least damage possible. Sensors like these could scan the scene much faster and be able to analyze things like motion of target, colors, and shapes before feeding it to the main onboard computers and make car autonomy safer than any test before it.  The future will be driverless cars and technology like this will make it possible.

How Google self-driving car sees a road by Yury Yurevich:

We hope to see these sensors in cameras soon, but take a look at the test cases below withing the press release by Sony. It is quite an impressive technology.  High speed is no longer just for shooting invisible time stamps but now could be incorporated in devices all over the environment.

You will now be monitored at 1000fps, so even magicians will have to up their game when playing card tricks!

Full Press Release and Demo Video Below:

Sony Releases a High-Speed Vision Sensor that Makes Detection and Tracking of Objects at 1,000 fps Possible
Stacked CMOS Image Sensor that Combines High-Frame-Rate Imaging and High-Speed Sensing

Sony Corporation
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation

Tokyo, Japan—Sony Corporation today announced the release of the new IMX382 high-speed vision sensor, which enables detection and tracking of objects at 1,000 frames per second. Sony will begin shipping samples in October 2017.

This vision sensor features a stacked configuration with a back-illuminated pixel array and signal processing circuit layer. The circuit layer is equipped with image processing circuits and a programmable column-parallel processor, delivering high-speed target detection and tracking. This configuration enables high-sensitivity imaging thanks to the back-illuminated pixel array, with target detection and tracking at 1,000 frames per second. The new sensor uses information such as color and brightness obtained from pixels to detect objects, then extracts the object’s centroid, moment and motion vector, and finally outputs the information from the vision sensor in each frame.

  • High-speed vision sensor IMX382
Model name Sample shipment date Sample price (excluding tax)
High-speed vision sensor IMX382 October 2017 100,000 JPY

This vision sensor has achieved imaging, target detection and tracking at 1,000 fps on a single chip. This not only expands the scope of application but delivers new value that was difficult to obtain with conventional systems.

On past systems equipped with a 30 fps processing image sensor, it was not always possible to capture fast-moving objects and/or phenomena. At 1,000 fps, approximately 33 times faster in imaging speed than conventional chips, the new product can capture fast-moving objects and detect objects from image information, while using high-speed processing to extract information such as centroid, moment, and motion vector. Because the processing results can be output from the sensor in each frame, feedback to the system is faster than conventional methods. Delays in detecting anomalies or malfunctions in production lines at factories and other places can produce fatal results. However, this vision sensor makes it possible to instantly capture such events, so that orders can be issued quickly to stop the system.

Conventional industrial robots are normally operated by specifying motion coordinates using a program. Utilizing the high-speed tracking functionality of this vision sensor, however, enables real-time feedback to robots, enabling autonomous robot operation that is responsive to the movement and status of objects. This helps make robot teaching more efficient, contributing to improved productivity.

On conventional systems, the image processing required for detecting and tracking of objects has to be carried out at a later stage (on a computer, or other computing device). This vision sensor changes all that by delivering imaging, target detection and tracking image processing on a single chip. Not only does this make the later stage devices more compact and help to save overall system power; it also expands the new system development potential by eliminating certain physical limitations.

Timed with the sample shipping, Sony will also be providing evaluation kits. The evaluation kit consists of the camera and control software, making it easy to evaluate the sensor in diverse customer environments.

Sony is focusing intently on the sensing field and seeking to leverage its potential in the image sensor market. By integrating the imaging technology that it has developed over the years with sensing technologies that enable information acquisition and utilization, Sony strives to pioneer new applications and new markets for image sensors.

Main Features

1. Enables detection and tracking of targets at 1,000 frame per second

  • The signal processing circuit layer on the bottom of the stacked configuration is equipped with image processing circuits and a programmable column-parallel processor, delivering high-speed target detection and tracking. This construction enables high-sensitivity imaging with back-illuminated pixel array and achieves target detection and tracking at 1,000 frames per second.
  • The new sensor uses information such as color and brightness obtained from pixels to detect objects, then extracts the object’s centroid, moment and motion vector, and finally outputs the information from the vision sensor as a signal in each frame.

2. Built-in sensing function for a compact system and power savings

  • The product achieves imaging and image processing on a single chip. Not only does this make for a more compact overall system and power savings; it also expands the new system development potential by eliminating certain physical limitations.
  • For system output, in addition to the image data output pathway the chip is also equipped with an output pathway solely for sensing information, so users can select between them for their particular application.

3. Evaluation kit allows the sensor to be evaluated in diverse usage environments
The evaluation kit consists of a camera and software and is designed makes it easy to evaluate the sensor in a variety of customer usage environments.

  • IMX382 high-speed vision sensor configuration

Key Specifications

Number of effective pixels 1304 (H) ×976 (V), 1.27 megapixels
Image size Diagonal 5.68 mm (type 1/3.2)
Unit cell size 3.5μm (H) × 3.5μm (V)
Frame rate Viewing 60fps
120fps
Quad-VGA (1280×960) 12bit
640×470 12bit
Sensing 500fps
1000fps
Quad-VGA (1280×960) 4bit
640×470 4bit
Power supply 2.9V / 1.8V / 3.3V / 1.1V
Image format Bayer RAW / Black and white
Output MIPI (CSI2) D-PHY 864Mbps/lane

More information on this new sensor at the Sony site here:

https://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/News/Press/201705/17-051E/index.html

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Slow Motion Shooting!

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Slow Motion

We already stated that the Slow Motion performance of the Sony Xperia XZs & XZ premium should be identical given that they share the exact same camera module based on a stacked memory sensor design. However many readers have asked if there is a difference between both phones.  Considering the latest samples released we can state that when it comes to slow motion shooting the XZs & XZ premium are identical.

The camera has a slow motion mode that takes very short bursts about 0.2 sec each to generate slow motion video in a 720p H.264 video stream. It is limited and you need trial and error to succeed but in the end, you can get terrific looking high-speed video that simply is unmatched by any other smartphone to date.

While the phone is set to be shipping by the end of May; many reviewers have gotten their hands on the handset and have been creating pretty cool slow motion from the get go.  We share some of the footage and review finds below:

Xperia XZ Premium Slow Motion Video Samples and Reviews:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium: 960fps slow-motion camera in-depth look by TechRadar:

Filmer avec un smartphone en Super Slow Motion (1000 fps) by TheiCollection:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Camera Review: Truly outstanding shooter by Recombu:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium early access + 960fps lemonade! by Btekt:

EXKLUZÍV: Sony Xperia XZ Premium – super slow motion videó by Péter Pavló:

Grabando a SUPER CÁMARA LENTA con el Sony Xperia XZ Premium by Mytecnotube:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Slow Motion Balloon Burst Effects by Slow Motion Man:

Which to buy?

It is already established that both the XZ Premium and XZs Xperia Sony phones offer the exact same slow motion and camera performance. The problem lies in what kind of overall phone experience you want. The XZ Premium has a nicer finish, better weather sealing for splashes and dust and the Snapdragon 835 chip which is faster.  However, the price tag for the XZs at $655 vs the XZ Premium for $800+ is a big differentiating factor. Plus the XZ Premium will ship in Europe first by June 1st and the rest of the world later on. If you only want to test the slow motion feature then the XZs is the way to go for pricing and availability.

The Quality is below 720p in the slow motion mode with aliasing and moire present on the image. While pretty cool looking and somewhat clean of compression artifacts; the phone does suffer from resolution loss. We believe the slow motion quality is really a good 480p but not true 720p as stated; even when that video is saved as an HD file. Still, it is unmatched by any other phone released to date.  We just hope Sony fixes the resolution issues and goes all out to 1080p in the next iteration of their smartphone stacked release.

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Xperia XZs Ships & New SlowMo Samples!

Xperia XZs

The Xperia XZs which is the lower spec phone that supports Motion Eye 960fps by Sony is now shipping and available for ordering.  At $699 it is not a really cheap phone but it is nowhere near the $800+ of flagship phones from Apple and Samsung. It is still under-powered compared to the latest Galaxy S8 release but where it counts for us the Slow Motion feature it is on a class of it’s own.

The quality is pretty remarkable for a phone and while the duration of recording is under 1 second, it translates to 40 seconds playback in a 24p timeline. Resolution is stated at 720p and while the frame is really that size, there is some subdued aliasing and moire in extreme detail which means Sony is removing some line information to get 960fps.

The end quality is still probably the best slow motion feature of any smartphone to date.  This is a milestone in performance due to the clever Sony DRAM+Sensor implementation of the Motion Eye system. This is the same technology as our favorite camera last year the Sony RX100 V; but reduced to a much smaller sensor package for phones. We estimate the technology will continue to evolve and Sony as of now remains on the forefront of the feature. Their tech demo already shows 1080p at 1000fps which will probably surface on a high end phone when the technology is allowed to see the light of day.

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Xperia  Xzs & XZ Premium New Slow Motion Samples:

It is of note that the slow motion quality on either the XZs and or XZ Premium will be identical as they share the same camera module, sensor and lens. If you just need the slow motion and do not care for extra speed, better build quality and water protection then the XZs is a cheaper alternative with all the slow motion prowess.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Slow Motion Cutting Effects 2 by Slow Motion Man:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Hopper bounce Effect by Slow Motion Man:

Sony Experia XZs @960fps (from skateboarding in Utrecht, Holland) by Weervideos:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps 720p Bottle Breaking Effects by Slow Motion Man:

Khám phá camera Motion Eye trên Xperia XZs: Slow motion 960fps by Schannel:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Motion Eye How Slow Motion Effects by Slow Motion Man:

Sony XZ Premium vs Xperia XZs 960fps by Guru smartphones:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Slow Motion 720p Best Effects 3 by Slow Motion Man:

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Features 960fps Slow Motion Effects hdr 2 by Slow Motion Man:

There you have it, the Xperia XZs & XZ Premium phones do pack some serious slow motion prowess.  Be sure to check out the channels of these video creators to support them.  You can order the Xperia XZs from Amazon here!

Youtube Channels Covering the Xperia XZs & Premium: