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Sony Starvis 2 IMX838-AQR1 CMOS Sensor

Upgrade to Sony IMX838-AQR1 for high-quality day and night imaging in modern security systems using Starvis 2 technology.

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Product Summary

8.40 MP CMOS sensor with Starvis 2 technology for advanced day and night surveillance imaging.

The Sony IMX838-AQR1 is an 8.40 MP CMOS image sensor built for next-generation surveillance systems. With a diagonal of 8.86 mm (Type 1/1.8), this sensor operates with a triple power supply (3.3 V analog, 1.1 V digital, 1.8 V interface) and features low power consumption, making it suitable for high-efficiency, always-on security cameras. It offers high sensitivity and low dark current with an RGB primary color mosaic, and includes an electronic shutter with variable charge-integration time for flexible exposure control. Thanks to the Starvis 2 architecture, the IMX838-AQR1 provides outstanding performance in both day and night conditions, capturing clear, high-quality images with minimal smear or motion artifacts. Ideal for smart surveillance solutions, the sensor supports detailed visual analytics and consistent monitoring across a wide range of lighting environments.

Sony Starvis 2 IMX838-AQR1 CMOS Sensor Highlights

  • 8.40 MP square pixel array
  • Triple power low-energy design
  • RGB color mosaic with high sensitivity
  • Electronic shutter with variable timing

Targeted Applications

  • Smart surveillance systems
  • Nighttime monitoring cameras
  • High-definition security
  • Intelligent visual analytics

Product Specifications

ChromaticsChromatics
RGB
Frame Rate [fps]Frame Rate [fps]
72
Horizontal Resolution [px]Horizontal Resolution [px]
3856
Image Diagonal [mm]Image Diagonal [mm]
8.86
InterfaceInterface
MIPI CSI-2
ManufacturerManufacturer
Sony
PackagePackage
LGA
Pins / BallsPins / Balls
132
Pixel Size [µm]Pixel Size [µm]
Pixel Size y [µm]
Product TypeProduct Type
Area Sensors
Resolution [MP]Resolution [MP]
8.2
Sensor TypeSensor Type
CMOS
Shutter TypeShutter Type
Rolling Shutter
Target ApplicationTarget Application
Security cameras
Vertical Resolution [px]Vertical Resolution [px]
2180

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