Sony Pregius IMX422 – 2.04 MP Color CMOS Sensor

The IMX422LQJ-C is a 2.04 MP color CMOS sensor with a global shutter, optimized for high-speed industrial and ITS applications.

The Sony IMX422LQJ-C is a high-speed CMOS image sensor featuring Sony's advanced Pregius global shutter technology and Exmor architecture. With a diagonal size of 9.2 mm (Type 1/1.7 inch) and 2.03 million effective pixels, this sensor is specifically designed for industrial applications such as factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) that require precision and rapid image capture. The global shutter ensures all pixels capture light simultaneously, eliminating motion blur and delivering clear images of fast-moving objects.

The IMX422LQJ-C has a resolution of 1632 x 1248 pixels, with a large pixel size of 4.5 x 4.5 μm, which provides high sensitivity and excellent image quality. With a maximum frame rate of 270.4 frames per second (fps), this sensor is ideally suited for high-speed environments, ensuring smooth, high-quality imaging in applications such as high-speed production lines, traffic monitoring, and vehicle detection systems.

This sensor operates with a triple power supply (analog 3.3 V, digital 1.2 V, and interface 1.8 V), optimizing power efficiency for use in embedded systems or industrial cameras. The IMX422LQJ-C is designed to minimize dark current and parasitic light sensitivity (PLS), further enhancing image clarity even in challenging low-light conditions. Its SLVS interface and LGA (Ceramic) 226-pin package provide flexible integration options for system developers, making it suitable for a wide variety of industrial imaging applications.

Key features of the IMX422LQJ-C include:

• 2.03 MP resolution (1632 x 1248)
• Global shutter for distortion-free image capture
• High frame rate of 270.4 fps for high-speed imaging
• Large 4.5 x 4.5 μm pixel size for enhanced sensitivity
• Low power consumption with triple power supply (3.3V, 1.2V, 1.8V)
• Low dark current and low PLS characteristics
• SLVS interface and LGA (Ceramic) 226-pin package for flexible system integration

Designed for factory automation (FA) and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), the IMX422LQJ-C is ideal for applications where speed and precision are critical. In FA settings, this sensor's high frame rate and global shutter make it perfect for capturing high-quality images of rapidly moving objects, improving the accuracy of automated inspection systems and production lines. In ITS applications, the sensor's high-speed capabilities are crucial for real-time vehicle recognition, traffic monitoring, and license plate detection under various lighting conditions.

The IMX422LQJ-C's Exmor technology enhances its imaging performance by providing excellent signal-to-noise ratios, reducing noise in low-light situations, and increasing dynamic range. This makes the sensor highly effective in environments with challenging or changing light levels. The ceramic LGA 226-pin package ensures durability and long-term reliability, making it suitable for rugged industrial environments.

With its combination of high-speed operation, low power consumption, and robust imaging quality, the Sony IMX422LQJ-C is an excellent solution for any industrial system that requires fast, accurate, and reliable image capture in demanding environments.