Event cameras for GPS-free drone navigation
Link: https://spectrum.ieee.org/drone-gps-alternativesA recent article in IEEE Spectrum titled "Neuromorphic Camera Helps Drones Navigate Without GPS High-end positioning tech comes to low-cost UAVs" discusses efforts in using neuromorphic cameras to achieve GPS-free navigation for drones.
Nikon D200 retro review
The Nikon D200 was launched in 2005 to satisfy the demanding semi-pro market, delivering a step-up over consumer models and a taste of the pro bodies without their cost or heft. I bought one almost two decades later for less than $100.
ams OSRAM has two job openings
ams Sensors Germany GmbHProduct Manager - CMOS Image Sensors (d/m/f) - Germany, Belgium, or Spain - LinkSenior Regional Product Marketing Manager (d/m/f) - Germany or Belgium - Link
2029 forecast: Image sensors market will be worth $29.62B
Link: https://www.novuslight.com/image-sensors-market-worth-29-62-billion-by-2029_N13346.htmlThe global image sensor market is expected to be valued at USD 20.66 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 29.62 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.
Conference List - February 2025
Electronic Imaging (EI 2025) - 2-6 Feb 2025 - Burlingame, California - WebsiteMSS Detectors and Materials, and Passive Sensors Conference (clearance may be required) - 10-14 Feb 2025 - Orlando, Florida, USA - WebsiteIEEE International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) - 16-20 Feb 2025 - San Fr...
Job Postings - Week of 17 November 2024
Apple Camera Sensing Systems Engineer Cupertino, California, USA Link Camera Image Sensor Digital Design Engineer Lead Austin, Texas, USA Link Fairchild Imaging Director of Sensor Product Engineering San Jose, Ca...
"Photon inhibition" to reduce SPAD camera power consumption
In a paper titled "Photon Inhibition for Energy-Efficient Single-Photon Imaging" presented at the European Conference on Computer Vision (ECCV) 2024 Lucas Koerner et al. write:Single-photon cameras (SPCs) are emerging as sensors of choice for various challenging imaging applications.
Pixelplus new product videos
 PKA210 Seamless RGB-IR Image SensorPG7130KA Global shutter Image Sensor
Call for Nominations for the 2025 Walter Kosonocky Award
International Image Sensor Society calls for nominations for the 2025 Walter Kosonocky Award for Significant Advancement in Solid-State Image Sensors.
SLVS-EC IF Standard v3 released
Link: http://jiia.org/en/slvs-ec-if-standard-version-3-0-has-been-released/Embedded Vision I/F WG has released "SLVS-EC IF Standard Version 3.0”.Version 3.0 supports up to 10Gbps/lane, which is 2x faster than Version 2.0, and improved data transmission efficiency.Link: https://www.m-pression.
CVSENS raises series A funding
CVSENS is a high-performance CIS design company headquartered in Shenzhen:  http://www.cvsens.com/language/en/Original news in Chinese: https://laoyaoba.
Fujifilm X-M5 review so far
The Fujifilm X-M5 is an entry-level camera with a 26 Megapixel APSC sensor. Available in silver or black, it becomes the most affordable camera in the current X series, not to mention their smallest and lightest with interchangeable lenses.
Artilux paper on room temperature quantum computing using Ge-Si SPADs
Neil Na et al from Artilux and UMass Boston have published a paper titled "Room-temperature photonic quantum computing in integrated silicon photonics with germanium–silicon single-photon avalanche diodes" in APL Quantum.
Leica Q3 43 review
The Leica Q3 43 is a high-end compact with a 60 Megapixel full-frame sensor, a fixed 43mm f2 lens, and a high quality viewfinder, packed into a weatherproof body.
SeeDevice Inc files complaint
From GlobeNewswire: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/09/13/2945864/0/en/SeeDevice-Inc-Files-Complaint-In-U-S-District-Court-Against-Korean-Broadcasting-System.htmlSeeDevice Inc. Files Complaint In U.S. District Court Against Korean Broadcasting SystemORANGE, California, Sept.
ITE/IISS 6th International Workshop on Image Sensors and Imaging Systems (IWISS2024)
The 6th International Workshop on Image Sensors and Imaging Systems (IWISS2024) will be held at the Tokyo University of Science on Friday November 8, 2024.
Job Postings - Week of 22 September 2024
Anduril Industries Chief Engineer, Imaging Lexington, Massachusetts, USA Link Purdue University Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy West Lafayette, Indiana, USA Link RTX Raytheon Mixed Signal IC Design Senior ...
Quantum Solutions announces SWIR camera based on quantum dot technology
Link: https://quantum-solutions.com/product/q-cam-swir-camera/#description Oxford, UK – November 26, 2024 – Quantum Solutions proudly announces the release of the Q.Cam™ , an advanced Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) camera designed for outdoor applications.
Exosens (prev. Photonis) acquires Noxant
News link: https://optics.org/news/15/11/29Exosens eyes further expansion with Noxant deal20 Nov 2024French imaging and analytical technology group aiming to add MWIR camera specialist to growing portfolio.
Sony releases IMX925 stacked global-shutter CIS
Press release: https://www.sony-semicon.com/en/news/2024/2024111901.html Product page: https://www.sony-semicon.com/en/products/is/industry/gs/imx925-926.
Canon SELPHY QX20 review
Canon’s SELPHY QX20 is a portable photo printer designed to make small prints from any image on your phone. Upgrades over the previous QX10 include borderless prints as well as two different shapes.
IEDM 2024 Program is Live
70th Annual IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM) will be held December 7-11, 2024 in San Francisco California. Session #41 is on the topic of "Advanced Image Sensors":https://iedm24.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.
AMS Osram Q3 2024 Results
Hamamatsu acquires BAE Systems Imaging [Update: Statement from Fairchild Imaging]
Press release: https://www.hamamatsu.com/us/en/news/announcements/2024/20241105000000.htmlAcquisition of BAE Systems Imaging Solutions, Inc. Strengthening the Opto-semiconductor segment and accelerating value-added growth2024/11/05Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.Photonics Management Corp.
IISW 2025 Final Call for Papers is out
The 2025 International Image Sensor Workshop (IISW) provides a biennial opportunity to present innovative work in the area of solid-state image sensors and share new results with the image sensor community.
Single Photon Workshop 2024 Program Available
The 11th Single Photon Workshop will be held at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) over the five-day period, 18-22nd November 2024.The full program is available here: https://fitwise.eventsair.
Emberion 50 euro CQD SWIR imager
From: https://invision-news.de/allgemein/extrem-kostenguenstiger-swir-sensor/ Emberion is introducing an extremely cost-effective SWIR sensor that covers a range from 400 to 2,000 nm and whose manufacturing costs for large quantities are less than €50.
Galaxycore chip-on-module packaging for CIS
Link: https://en.gcoreinc.com/news/detail-69 The performance of an image sensor relies not only on its design and manufacturing but also on the packaging technology.
Lynred acquires NIT
Press release: https://ala.
Conference List - December 2024
RSNA 2024  - 1-5 December 2024 - Chicago, Illinois, USA - Website21st Annual IEEE International Conference on Sensing, Communication, and Networking - 2-4 Dec 2024 - Phoenix, Arizona, USA - WebsiteAsia-Pacific Remote Sensing - 2-5 December 2024 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan - WebsiteInternational Technic...
Hamamatsu completes acquisition of NKT Photonics
Press release: https://www.hamamatsu.com/us/en/news/featured-products_and_technologies/2024/20240531000000.htmlAcquisition completion of NKT Photonics. Accelerating growth in the semiconductor, quantum, and medical fields through laser business enhancement.Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
Event Cameras for Space Applications
Dissertation defense by B. McReynolds on his thesis titled "Benchmarking and Pushing the Boundaries of Event Camera Performance for Space and Sky Observations," PhD, ETH Zurich, 2024Courtesy: Prof.
Tamron 90mm f2.8 Di III Macro review
Tamron's new 1:1 macro lens for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount looks like an interesting alternativ to Nikon's and Sony's own macro lenses. Find out more about the features and qualities of the 90mm f2.
Nikon Z 50mm f1.4 review
Nikon's second f1.4 prime lens for Z-mount follows shortly after the introduction of their Z 35mm f1.4. Find out more about the features and qualities of the Z 50mm f1.
Video of the Day: tutorial on iToF imagers
Abstract:"Indirect Time of Flight 3D imaging is an emerging technology used in 3D cameras. The technology is based on measuring the time of flight of modulated light. It allows to generate fine grain depth images with several hundreds of thousand image points.
Gpixel announces GSPRINT5514 global shutter CIS
Press release: https://www.einpresswire.com/article/761834209/gsprint5514-a-new-high-sensitivity-14mp-bsi-global-shutter-cis-targeting-high-speed-machine-vision-and-4k-videoGSPRINT5514 a new High Sensitivity 14MP BSI Global Shutter CIS targeting high speed machine vision and >4k video.
Sony A1 II review
The A1 II is Sony's latest flagship camera, aimed at anyone who demands high resolution photos and video with fast bursts and sophisticated autofocus.
Single Photon Avalanche Diodes - Buyer's Guide
Photoniques magazine published an article titled "Single photon avalanches diodes" by Angelo Gulinatti (Politecnico di Milano).Abstract: Twenty years ago the detection of single photons was little more than a scientific curiosity reserved to a few specialists.
Job Postings - Week of 17 November 2024
Apple Camera Sensing Systems Engineer Cupertino, California, USA Link Camera Image Sensor Digital Design Engineer Lead Austin, Texas, USA Link Fairchild Imaging Director of Sensor Product Engineering San Jose, Ca...
Videos from EPIC Neuromorphic Cameras Online Meeting
Presentations from the recent EPIC Online Technology Meeting on Neuromorphic Cameras are available on YouTube: IKERLAN – DVS Pre-processor & Light-field DVS – Xabier Iturbe, NimbleAI EU Project CoordinatorIKERLAN is a leading technology centre in providing competitive value to industry,...
Lynred announces 8.5um pitch thermal sensor
Link: https://ala.associates/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/241001-Lynred-8.5-micron-EN-.pdfLynred demonstrates smallest thermal imaging sensor for future Automatic Emergency Braking Systems (AEB) at AutoSens Europe Prototype 8.
Space & Scientific CMOS Image Sensors Workshop
The preliminary program for Space & Scientific CMOS Image Sensors Workshop to be held on 26th & 27th November in Toulouse Labège is available.Registration: https://evenium.
Image sensor basics
These lecture slides by Prof. Yuhao Zhu at U. Rochester are a great first introduction to how an image sensor works. A few selected slides are shown below. For the full slide deck visit: https://www.cs.rochester.edu/courses/572/fall2022/decks/lect10-sensor-basics.
Conference List - January 2025
IEEE Applied Sensing Conference - 20-22 Jan 2025 - Hyderabad, India - WebsiteSPIE Photonics West - 25-30 Jan 2025 - San Francisco, CA, USA - Website(Note that Electronic Imaging is in February in 2025)Return to Conference List Index
EI2025 late submissions deadline tomorrow Oct 15, 2024
Electronic Imaging 2025 is accepting submissions --- late submission deadline is tomorrow (Oct 15, 2024). The Electronic Imaging Symposium comprises 17 technical conferences to be held in person at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport in Burlingame, California.https://www.imaging.
Another PhD Defense Talk on Event Cameras
Thesis title: A Scientific Event Camera: Theory, Design, and MeasurementsAuthor: Rui GarciaAdvisor: Tobi Delbrück See also, earlier post about the PhD thesis abstract and full text link: https://image-sensors-world.blogspot.com/2024/08/phd-thesis-on-scidvs-event-camera.
Image sensors review paper
Eric Fossum, Nobukazu Teranishi, and Albert Theuwissen have published a review paper titled "Digital Image Sensor Evolution and New Frontiers" in the Annual Review of Vision Science.Link: https://doi.org/10.
Conference List - November 2024
6th International Workshop on Image Sensors and Imaging Systems (IWISS2024) - 8 Nov 2024 - Tokyo, Japan - WebsitePhotonics Spectra Sensors & Detectors Summit 2024 - 13 Nov 2024 - Online - WebsiteSEMI MEMS & Imaging Sensors Summit - 14 Nov 2024 - Munich, Germany - WebsiteEleventh Internationa...
Quantum Solutions and Topodrone launch quantum dot SWIR camera
Press release from Quantum Solutions: September 19, 2024QUANTUM SOLUTIONS and TOPODRONE Unveil TOPODRONE x Q.Fly: A Cost-Effective, DJI- Ready Quantum Dot SWIR Camera for UAV ApplicationsQuantum Solutions and Topodrone are excited to announce the launch of the Q.
Canon PowerShot G2 retro review
Back in 2001, Canon launched the second in its legendary PowerShot G series, the G2. It upgraded and fixed several issues, and can be bagged at a bargain price today.

 

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