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Sony Pregius IMX255 – 8.95 MP Color CMOS Sensor

High-speed 8.95 MP color global shutter CMOS sensor for traffic surveillance and industrial applications.

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Product Overview

The IMX255LQR-C is an 8.95 MP color CMOS sensor designed for high-speed industrial imaging and traffic surveillance, providing excellent sensitivity and efficient data capture.

The Sony IMX255LQR-C is a high-performance CMOS image sensor designed for both industrial and specialized applications such as traffic surveillance. This Type 1 sensor offers an impressive resolution of 8.95 megapixels (4112 x 2176), making it suitable for high-detail imaging needs, including 4K pixel coverage. Built with Sony’s Pregius global shutter technology, the IMX255 ensures distortion-free image capture, which is essential for fast-moving objects in dynamic environments.

The IMX255 features a pixel size of 3.45 µm, which is optimized for high sensitivity and low noise, ensuring clear and sharp image quality in a wide range of lighting conditions. Operating at a maximum frame rate of 93.7 fps, this sensor is ideal for applications that require both high resolution and high-speed imaging, such as machine vision, traffic monitoring, and automated inspection systems.

The IMX255LQR-C shares the same pin-compatible package as the IMX253, allowing seamless integration and easy upgrades in systems using the IMX253 sensor. It supports an efficient triple power supply system-analog 3.3V, digital 1.2V, and interface 1.8V-to maintain low power consumption, making it suitable for continuous operation in industrial environments.

  • Resolution: 8.95 MP (4112 x 2176 pixels)
  • Pixel size: 3.45 µm x 3.45 µm
  • Maximum frame rate: 93.7 fps
  • Global shutter for motion distortion-free imaging
  • Pin-compatible with IMX253 for easy system upgrades
  • Applications: Machine vision, traffic surveillance, automated inspection

The IMX255LQR-C excels in high-resolution and high-speed imaging, making it an ideal sensor for capturing detailed visuals in both industrial and traffic-related applications. Its 4K pixel coverage combined with the Pregius CMOS global shutter technology delivers top-tier performance, ensuring accurate imaging even in high-motion environments. With its robust LGA 226-pin package and LVDS interface, the IMX255 is a flexible and powerful solution for next-generation imaging systems.


Product Specifications

Pixel Size x [µm]Pixel Size x [µm]
3.45
Pixel Size y [µm]Pixel Size y [µm]
3.45
InterfaceInterface
LVDS
Aspect RatioAspect Ratio
17 : 9
ChromaticsChromatics
RGB
Frame Rate [fps]Frame Rate [fps]
93.7
Horizontal Resolution [px]Horizontal Resolution [px]
4112
Image Diagonal [mm]Image Diagonal [mm]
16.05
ManufacturerManufacturer
Sony
Min. Storage Temperature [°C]Min. Storage Temperature [°C]
-10
PackagePackage
LGA
Pins / BallsPins / Balls
226
Protective FilmProtective Film
Yes
Resolution [MP]Resolution [MP]
8.95
Sensor SizeSensor Size
1 inch
Sensor TechnologySensor Technology
Exmor
Sensor TypeSensor Type
CMOS
Shutter TypeShutter Type
Global Shutter
Vertical Resolution [px]Vertical Resolution [px]
2176

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    Accessories

    12-17-04-226-329T-R27-L14 Sensor Socket

    12-17-04-226-329T-R27-L14 Sensor Socket

    Sensor Socket, Surface Mount by Andon, 226 Pins, Production Socket: A RoHS compliant production socket for Sony sensors such as IMX250, IMX252, IMX253, IMX255, IMX264, IMX265, IMX267, IMX304, IMX305, IMX420, and IMX428.

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    12-17-04-226-437T-R27-L14 Socket

    12-17-04-226-437T-R27-L14 Socket

    Sensor Socket, Thru-Hole by Andon, 226 Pins, Production Socket: A production socket for Sony sensors like IMX250, IMX252, IMX253, IMX255, IMX264, IMX265, IMX267, IMX304, IMX305, IMX420, and IMX428. It is RoHS compliant for safe production usage.

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    FRAMOS modules built on the IMX255

    Ready-to-integrate camera modules, sensor modules and development kits from FRAMOS that use this sensor.

    Sony IMX255 EVB-Kit Comprehensive Kit for RGB Imaging with High Resolution
    Development kit

    Sony IMX255 EVB-Kit Comprehensive Kit for RGB Imaging with High Resolution

    Complete testing kit for 8.95 MP RGB sensor evaluation with full support for serial sLVDS and C/CS optics.

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    Sony IMX255 EVB-Kit High-Resolution Evaluation Kit for Monochrome Imaging
    Development kit

    Sony IMX255 EVB-Kit High-Resolution Evaluation Kit for Monochrome Imaging

    Comprehensive evaluation kit for 8.95 MP monochrome sensor with all necessary components for high-resolution imaging assessments.

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