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Sony Pregius IMX421 – 2.86 MP Monochrome CMOS Sensor

2.86 MP monochrome CMOS sensor with global shutter, ideal for fast-moving industrial applications.

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Product Overview

The IMX421LLJ-C is a 2.86 MP monochrome CMOS sensor with a global shutter, optimized for FA and ITS camera applications.

The Sony Pregius IMX421LLJ-C is a 2.86 MP monochrome CMOS sensor designed for industrial applications such as factory automation (FA) and intelligent traffic systems (ITS). With a diagonal size of 11.0 mm (Type 2/3) and a pixel array of 1944 x 1472, this sensor captures high-quality monochrome images with precision. Featuring a global shutter, the IMX421LLJ-C eliminates motion distortion, ensuring accurate capture of fast-moving objects. It operates on a triple power supply of analog 3.3 V, digital 1.2 V, and interface 1.8 V, delivering high sensitivity, low dark current, and minimized noise. The 4.5 x 4.5 µm pixel size enhances low-light performance, making it ideal for use in challenging lighting environments. The sensor supports high-speed data transfer via SLVS and is housed in a 226-pin LGA package for durability in demanding industrial settings.


Product Specifications

Pixel Size x [µm]Pixel Size x [µm]
4.5
Pixel Size y [µm]Pixel Size y [µm]
4.5
InterfaceInterface
SLVS, SLVS-EC
Aspect RatioAspect Ratio
5 : 1
Bit DepthBit Depth
10
ChromaticsChromatics
Monochrome
Frame Rate [fps]Frame Rate [fps]
409
Horizontal Resolution [px]Horizontal Resolution [px]
1944
Image Diagonal [mm]Image Diagonal [mm]
10.97
ManufacturerManufacturer
Sony
Max. Operating Temperature [°C]Max. Operating Temperature [°C]
75
Min. Storage Temperature [°C]Min. Storage Temperature [°C]
-40
PackagePackage
LGA
Pins / BallsPins / Balls
226
Protective FilmProtective Film
Yes
Resolution [MP]Resolution [MP]
2.86
Sensor SizeSensor Size
2/3 inch
Sensor TypeSensor Type
CMOS
Shutter TypeShutter Type
Global Shutter
Vertical Resolution [px]Vertical Resolution [px]
1472

Resources & Documentation

Available Files & Links

    Accessories

    12-17-04-226-RB339T-R27-L14 Sensor Socket

    12-17-04-226-RB339T-R27-L14 Sensor Socket

    Sensor Socket, Rollerball by Andon, Rollerball® Technology: This socket is compatible with Sony IMX250, IMX252, IMX253, IMX255, IMX264, IMX265, IMX267, IMX304, IMX420, IMX428, IMX305LQR, IMX420LLJ-C, IMX422LLJ-C, and IMX429 sensors.

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    FRAMOS modules built on the IMX421

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

    FSM-IMX421 Development Kit - Advanced 2.8 MP Global Shutter Imaging Solution
    FSM sensor module

    FSM-IMX421 Development Kit - Advanced 2.8 MP Global Shutter Imaging Solution

    Development kit featuring the FSM-IMX421 Sensor Module for high-speed, high-quality imaging applications.

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    FSM-IMX421 Sensor Module - 2.8 MP High-Speed Global Shutter Imaging
    FSM sensor module

    FSM-IMX421 Sensor Module - 2.8 MP High-Speed Global Shutter Imaging

    2.8 MP high-speed global shutter sensor module with Sony IMX421 CMOS sensor, ideal for motion-critical imaging applications.

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    FSM-IMX421C-000-V1A - 2.8 MP Color Sensor Module without Lens Mount
    Development kit

    FSM-IMX421C-000-V1A - 2.8 MP Color Sensor Module without Lens Mount

    2.8 MP color sensor module with Sony IMX421 CMOS sensor, no lens mount for custom integration, ideal for high-speed imaging applications.

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    FSM-IMX421C-04G-V1A - 2.8 MP Color Sensor Module with C/CS Mount
    Development kit

    FSM-IMX421C-04G-V1A - 2.8 MP Color Sensor Module with C/CS Mount

    2.8 MP color sensor module with Sony IMX421 CMOS sensor and C/CS Mount for flexible high-speed imaging.

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    FSM-IMX421M-000-V1A - 2.8 MP Monochrome Sensor Module without Lens Mount
    Development kit

    FSM-IMX421M-000-V1A - 2.8 MP Monochrome Sensor Module without Lens Mount

    2.8 MP monochrome sensor module with Sony IMX421 CMOS sensor, no lens mount for custom integration, ideal for high-speed imaging applications.

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    FSM-IMX421M-04G-V1A - 2.8 MP Monochrome Sensor Module with C/CS Mount
    Development kit

    FSM-IMX421M-04G-V1A - 2.8 MP Monochrome Sensor Module with C/CS Mount

    2.8 MP monochrome sensor module with Sony IMX421 CMOS sensor and C/CS Mount for flexible high-speed imaging.

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    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS Monochrome CMOS Sensor Evaluation Kit
    Development kit

    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS Monochrome CMOS Sensor Evaluation Kit

    Evaluation kit for 2.86 MP monochrome sensor with SLVS interface.

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    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS RGB CMOS Image Sensor Evaluation Kit
    Development kit

    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS RGB CMOS Image Sensor Evaluation Kit

    Evaluation kit for 2.86 MP RGB image sensor with SLVS interface.

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    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS-EC High-Performance Evaluation Kit for Monochrome CMOS Sensor
    Development kit

    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS-EC High-Performance Evaluation Kit for Monochrome CMOS Sensor

    Evaluation kit for high-speed monochrome sensor testing with SLVS-EC interface.

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    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS-EC High-Speed RGB Sensor Evaluation Kit
    Development kit

    Sony IMX421 EVB-Kit SLVS-EC High-Speed RGB Sensor Evaluation Kit

    Evaluation kit for 2.86 MP RGB sensor with SLVS-EC interface.

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