Sony Pregius S IMX548 – 5.1 MP Color CMOS Sensor

The Sony IMX548AAQJ-C is a high-performance CMOS image sensor that incorporates Sony’s 4th generation Pregius S global shutter technology. Designed for precision and speed, this sensor has a diagonal size of 8.8 mm (Type 1/1.8 inch) and features 5.10 million effective pixels. Its global shutter ensures that all pixels capture light simultaneously, delivering clear and distortion-free images, even in fast-moving environments, making it ideal for applications like factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).

The IMX548AAQJ-C offers a resolution of 2472 x 2064 pixels with a pixel size of 2.74 x 2.74 μm, ensuring excellent image clarity and sensitivity. Operating at a maximum frame rate of 114 frames per second (fps), the sensor is well-suited for high-speed imaging applications that require fast and accurate capture of real-time events. The global shutter function eliminates motion blur and distortion, making it highly effective for monitoring fast-moving objects in production lines or for vehicle detection in traffic monitoring systems.

This sensor operates with a quadruple power supply (analog 3.3 V, 2.9 V, digital 1.1 V, and interface 1.8 V), ensuring efficient power consumption while maintaining high imaging performance. Additionally, its high sensitivity and low dark current characteristics enable it to produce clear, sharp images even in low-light conditions, making it a versatile solution for environments with varying lighting.

Key features of the IMX548AAQJ-C include:

• 5.10 MP resolution (2472 x 2064)
• Global shutter for distortion-free image capture
• 2.74 x 2.74 μm pixel size for high-resolution imaging
• Frame rate of 114 fps for fast, high-speed imaging
• Quadruple power supply (3.3V, 2.9V, 1.1V, 1.8V) for efficient power consumption
• High sensitivity and low dark current for excellent image quality in low-light conditions
• SLVS interface for high-speed data transmission
• LGA package for flexible integration into industrial systems

The IMX548AAQJ-C is particularly suited for factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). In FA environments, its fast frame rate and global shutter capabilities ensure precise, distortion-free imaging of fast-moving objects on production lines, improving accuracy and efficiency in automated processes. For ITS applications, this sensor excels in real-time traffic monitoring, vehicle detection, and license plate recognition, capturing clear images even in high-speed traffic scenarios.

The sensor’s compact pixel size and high sensitivity make it highly effective in low-light environments, ensuring that even under challenging lighting conditions, the images remain clear and detailed. The SLVS interface allows for fast and reliable data transmission, simplifying integration into high-performance imaging systems. Its robust LGA packaging provides flexibility for various industrial designs, making it a versatile choice for demanding imaging applications.

The Sony IMX548AAQJ-C’s combination of global shutter technology, high-speed performance, and excellent image quality makes it a powerful solution for a wide range of industrial imaging applications. Whether used in high-speed production lines or real-time traffic monitoring systems, this sensor delivers the precision, speed, and reliability required for modern industrial and transportation challenges.