Sony Pregius IMX428 – 7.1 MP Color CMOS Sensor

The Sony IMX428LQJ-C is a high-performance CMOS image sensor featuring Sony’s Pregius global shutter technology and Exmor architecture. Designed with a diagonal size of 17.6 mm (Type 1.1 inch) and offering 7.1 million effective pixels, this sensor is tailored for industrial applications that demand precision and accuracy, such as factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). The global shutter function ensures distortion-free capture of fast-moving objects, making it ideal for dynamic imaging environments.

The IMX428LQJ-C has a resolution of 3216 x 2208 pixels, with a pixel size of 4.5 x 4.5 μm, delivering high sensitivity and excellent image quality. The sensor operates at a frame rate of 51.4 frames per second (fps), providing smooth and detailed image capture in applications where speed and image clarity are critical. The sensor’s global shutter capability ensures that all pixels capture light simultaneously, avoiding motion blur and producing sharp, high-quality images in high-speed or complex environments.

This sensor is designed with a triple power supply (analog 3.3 V, digital 1.2 V, and interface 1.8 V), which reduces power consumption, making it suitable for use in embedded vision systems and industrial cameras. It offers high sensitivity, low dark current, and low parasitic light sensitivity (PLS), ensuring superior image quality even in low-light conditions or environments with fluctuating lighting.

Key features of the IMX428LQJ-C include:

• 7.1 MP resolution (3216 x 2208)
• Global shutter for distortion-free image capture
• 4.5 x 4.5 μm pixel size for enhanced sensitivity and image quality
• 51.4 fps frame rate for real-time imaging
• Low power consumption with triple power supply (3.3V, 1.2V, 1.8V)
• Low dark current and low PLS for clearer, higher-quality images
• SLVS interface and PGA packaging for flexible system integration

The IMX428LQJ-C is particularly well-suited for applications in factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), where fast and precise image capture is critical. In FA environments, the sensor’s global shutter and high resolution make it ideal for tracking and inspecting fast-moving objects, improving the efficiency and accuracy of production lines. In ITS applications, the sensor's capabilities support real-time monitoring, vehicle detection, and license plate recognition, ensuring reliable performance even in high-speed or variable lighting scenarios.

Another key advantage of the IMX428LQJ-C is its combination of high sensitivity and low noise, which allows it to capture detailed images even in low-light conditions or high-contrast environments. This makes it an excellent choice for applications requiring accurate imaging in challenging or unpredictable lighting situations. The sensor’s SLVS interface ensures fast and efficient data transfer, making integration into a wide range of industrial camera systems simple and straightforward.

With its advanced global shutter technology, high sensitivity, and efficient power usage, the Sony IMX428LQJ-C is a versatile and powerful solution for demanding industrial imaging applications. Whether used in automated production systems, real-time traffic monitoring, or other high-speed environments, this sensor delivers the precision and performance needed for complex imaging tasks.