Image Sensors World Go to the original article...
iDS published a YouTube video on CMOS image sensor basics:
This video provides a comprehensive introduction to modern CMOS sensor technology and explains how hardware innovations have transformed image quality, efficiency, and performance. You’ll learn why pixel sizes continue to shrink, how this impacts imaging results, and which techniques manufacturers use to compensate for these limitations.
The presentation covers key advancements such as microlenses, backside illumination, deep trench isolation, wafer stacking, and smart features like event‑based imaging and sensor‑level AI (Artifcial Intelligence). You’ll also gain insights into image pipelines, FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) versus ISP (Internet Service Provider) processing, and why system‑level design decisions matter for real‑world machine vision applications. This is essential knowledge for anyone evaluating sensor performance or designing imaging systems that require reliability, speed, and high‑quality results.
Topics covered
Trends driving pixel size reduction and sensor scaling
Hardware innovations such as BSI, micro lenses, and deep trench isolation
Improvements in quantum efficiency and dynamic range
Image pipelines with FPGA, ISP, and host‑based processing
Smart sensor features including event‑based imaging and AI at the edge
Cost, yield, and design considerations for modern CMOS sensors
Leave a Reply