Sony claims 25 megapixel camera breakthrough
31 Jan 2008 | 16:50 GMT
Sony make believe
SONY SAID IT has developed a CMOS image sensor for digital SLR (single-lens reflex) cameras that boasts just under 25 megapixel resolution. (Well, 24.81 to be precise)
The new image sensor will enable digital SLR cameras to be designed with higher resolution than any existing commercial product. Ever. Cameras equipped with the sensors will also be able to capture 35mm full-size pictures at 6.3 frames per second.
How did they do it? Our spies say Sony redesigned the sensor's circuitry. Using a planarization technology for the individual picture elements, they placed an analogue/digital converter alongside each column of elements which cuts the noise and allows the camera to read signals quickly without loss of image quality.
Sony will use the new sensor in its own professional-quality cameras and sell it to other camera makers.
Expect mass production as early as this year. µ
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