Sony Pregius S IMX546 – 8.13 MP Color CMOS Sensor

The Sony IMX546AAQJ-C is a high-performance CMOS image sensor designed with Sony’s 4th generation Pregius S global shutter technology. With a diagonal size of 11.1 mm (Type 2/3 inch) and 8.13 million effective pixels, this sensor is tailored for industrial applications that demand precision and speed, such as factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). The global shutter ensures that all pixels capture light simultaneously, eliminating motion artifacts and delivering distortion-free images in fast-moving environments.

The IMX546AAQJ-C offers a resolution of 2856 x 2848 pixels, with a compact pixel size of 2.74 x 2.74 μm, ensuring high image clarity and sensitivity. The sensor operates at a frame rate of 91 frames per second (fps), making it ideal for applications where speed and accuracy are critical, such as real-time vehicle monitoring, industrial inspection, and traffic management. The global shutter functionality guarantees that fast-moving objects are captured clearly and accurately.

Powered by a quadruple power supply (analog 3.3 V, 2.9 V, digital 1.1 V, and interface 1.8 V), the IMX546AAQJ-C optimizes power efficiency while maintaining superior imaging performance. Its high sensitivity and low dark current characteristics enhance its performance in low-light conditions, ensuring clear, high-quality images in environments with fluctuating lighting conditions.

Key features of the IMX546AAQJ-C include:

• 8.13 MP resolution (2856 x 2848)
• Global shutter for distortion-free image capture
• 2.74 x 2.74 μm pixel size for high-resolution imaging
• Frame rate of 91 fps for 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 enhanced image quality
• SLVS and SLVS-EC interfaces for high-speed data transfer
• LGA 230-pin package for flexible system integration

The IMX546AAQJ-C is ideal for use in factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). In FA applications, its high frame rate and global shutter ensure accurate monitoring and inspection of fast-moving parts on production lines, improving both efficiency and quality control. In ITS applications, the sensor’s high sensitivity and fast frame rate make it highly effective for real-time traffic monitoring, vehicle detection, and license plate recognition, even in low-light conditions.

Its compact pixel size of 2.74 x 2.74 μm, combined with high sensitivity, allows the IMX546AAQJ-C to perform exceptionally well in low-light environments, making it an excellent choice for imaging applications that require both precision and speed. The SLVS and SLVS-EC interfaces ensure fast and reliable data transmission, simplifying system integration in high-performance industrial camera systems. The LGA 230-pin package also offers flexibility for compact design applications while maintaining high-speed, high-resolution performance.

The Sony IMX546AAQJ-C sensor is a versatile solution, offering high-speed performance, global shutter technology, and excellent image quality, making it ideal for a wide range of industrial imaging applications. Whether used in high-speed production lines or for real-time traffic monitoring, this sensor delivers the precision, speed, and reliability required for modern imaging challenges.