Resolution [MP] 20.48 MP

Horizontal Resolution [px] 5544

Vertical Resolution [px] 3694

Shutter Type Rolling Shutter

Sensor Size 1 inch

Image Diagonal [mm] 15.99

Pixel Size x [μm] 2.4

Pixel Size y [μm] 2.4

Frame Rate [fps] 24 fps

Chromatics Monochrome

Interface LVDS

Bit Depth 12

Manufacturer Sony

Aspect Ratio 17:1

Sensor Type CMOS

Sensor Technology ExmorR

Protective Film Yes

Package LGA (Ceramic)

 

In the industrial application field, Needs are increasing for faster products with higher pixel counts and for rolling shutter functions. To meet these needs, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation has developed both color (IMX-183CQJ-J) and monochrome (IMX183CLK-J) products uses a high sensitivity back-illuminated structure 2.4 μm square unit pixel. The optical size is Type 1 to enable use of a C-mount lens. In addition, these products are equipped with a variety of functions such as 4K video mode, a global reset function and a vertical arbitrary cropping function.

 

The IMX183CLK is a diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1) CMOS image sensor with a monochrome square pixel array and approximately 20.48 M effective pixels. 12-bit digital output makes it possible to output the signals of approximately 20.48 M effective pixels with high definition for shooting still picture. In addition, this sensor enables output effective approximately 9.03 M effective pixels (aspect ratio approx.17:9) signal performed horizontal and vertical cropping at 59.94 frame/s in 10-bit digital output format for high-definition moving picture. Furthermore, it realizes 12-bit digital output for shooting high-speed and high-definition moving pictures by horizontal and vertical addition and subsampling. Realizing high-sensitivity, low dark current, this sensor also has an electronic shutter function with variable storage time.

In addition, this product is designed for use in consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder. When using this for another application, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation does not guarantee the quality and reliability of product. Therefore, don't use this for applications other than consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder.

In addition, individual specification change cannot be supported because this is a standard product.

 

 

◆ Input clock frequency 72 MHz

◆All-pixel scan mode

  Various readout modes (*Please refer to the datasheet for binning/subsampling details of readout modes)

◆ High-sensitivity, low dark current, no smear, excellent anti-blooming characteristics

◆ Variable-speed shutter function (minimum unit: 1 horizontal sync signal period (1XHS))

◆ Low power consumption

◆ H driver, V driver and serial communication circuit on chip

◆ CDS/PGA on chip. Gain +27 dB (step pitch 0.1 dB)

◆ 9-bit/10-bit/12-bit A/D conversion on chip

◆ All-pixel simultaneous reset supported (use with mechanical shutter)

◆ 118-pin high-precision ceramic package

 

◆ CMOS image sensor

◆ Image size Diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1)

◆ Total number of pixels 5640 (H) × 3710 (V) approx. 20.92 M pixels

◆ Number of effective pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5544 (H) × 3694 (V) approx. 20.48 M pixels

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4152 (H) × 2174 (V) approx. 9.03 M pixels

◆ Number of active pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5496 (H) × 3672 (V) approx. 20.18 M pixels diagonal 15.86 mm

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4128 (H) × 2168 (V) approx. 8.95 M pixels diagonal 11.19 mm

◆ Number of recommended recording pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96 M pixels aspect ratio 3:2

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85 M pixels aspect ratio approx. 17:9

◆ Chip size 16.05 mm (H) × 12.61 mm (V)

◆ Unit cell size 2.40 μm (H) × 2.40 μm (V)

◆ Optical black Horizontal (H) direction : Front 48 pixels, rear 0 pixel

   Vertical (V) direction : Front 16 pixels, rear 0 pixel

◆ Package 118 pin LGA

 

Readout mode 0   5472 (H)x3648 (V) approx. 19.96M pixels   21.98  12

Readout mode 1   5472 (H)x3648 (V) approx. 19.96M pixels   24.98  10

Readout mode 2   2736 (H)x1538 (V) approx. 4.21M   pixels   59.94  12

Readout mode 2A 2736 (H)x1824 (V) approx. 4.99M  pixels    49.95  12

Readout mode 3   1824 (H)x1216 (V) approx. 2.22M   pixels   59.94   12

Readout mode 4   1824 (H)x370 (V) approx. 0.67M     pixels    239.76 12

Readout mode 5   1824 (H)x404 (V) approx. 0.74M     pixels    29.97  12

Readout mode 6   1824 (H)x190 (V) approx. 0.35M     pixels    449.55 12

Readout mode 7   2736 (H)x1538 (V) approx. 4.21M   pixels    59.94   10

 

Type 1/1.4 Approx. 9.03 M Pixels (Approx. 17:9)

Drive mode/Number of recording pixels/Max frame rate [frame/s]/Output data bit length [bit]

Readout mode 1/ 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85 Mpixels/59.94 10

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The IMX183CQJ is a diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1) CMOS image sensor with a color square pixel array and approximately 20.48 M effective pixels. 12-bit digital output makes it possible to output the signals of approximately 20.48 M effective pixels with high definition for shooting still picture. In addition, this sensor enables output effective approximately 9.03 M effective pixels (aspect ratio approx.17:9) signal performed horizontal and vertical cropping at 59.94 frame/s in 10-bit digital output format for high-definition moving picture. Furthermore, it realizes 12-bit digital output for shooting high-speed and high-definition moving pictures by horizontal and vertical addition andsubsampling. Realizing high-sensitivity, low dark current, this sensor also has an electronic shutter function with

variable storage time.

In addition, this product is designed for use in consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder. When using this for another application, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation does not guarantee the quality and reliability of product. Therefore, don’t use this for applications other than consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder.

In addition, individual specification change cannot be supported because this is a standard product.

 

◆ Input clock frequency 72 MHz

◆All-pixel scan mode

Various readout modes (*Please refer to the datasheet for binning/subsampling details of readout modes.)

◆ High-sensitivity, low dark current, no smear, excellent anti-blooming characteristics

◆ Variable-speed shutter function (minimum unit: 1 horizontal sync signal period (1XHS))

◆ Low power consumption

◆ H driver, V driver and serial communication circuit on chip

◆ CDS/PGA on chip. Gain +27 dB (step pitch 0.1 dB)

◆ 9-bit/10-bit/12-bit A/D conversion on chip

◆ R, G, B primary color mosaic filters on chip

◆ All-pixel simultaneous reset supported (use with mechanical shutter)

◆ 118-pin high-precision ceramic package

 

◆ CMOS image sensor

◆ Image size Diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1)

◆ Total number of pixels 5640 (H) × 3710 (V) approx. 20.92 M pixels

◆ Number of effective pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5544 (H) × 3694 (V) approx. 20.48 M pixels

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4152 (H) × 2174 (V) approx. 9.03 M pixels

◆ Number of active pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5496 (H) × 3672 (V) approx. 20.18 M pixels diagonal 15.86 mm

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4128 (H) × 2168 (V) approx. 8.95 M pixels diagonal 11.19 mm

◆ Number of recommended recording pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96 M pixels aspect ratio 3:2

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85 M pixels aspect ratio approx. 17:9

◆ Chip size 16.05 mm (H) × 12.61 mm (V)

◆ Unit cell size 2.40 μm (H) × 2.40 μm (V)

◆ Optical black Horizontal (H) direction : Front 48 pixels, rear 0 pixel

Vertical (V) direction : Front 16 pixels, rear 0 pixel

◆ Package 118 pin LGA

 

Readout mode 0 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96M pixels 21.98 12

Readout mode 1 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96M pixels 24.98 10

Readout mode 2 2736 (H) × 1538 (V) approx. 4.21M pixels 59.94   12

Readout mode 2A 2736 (H) × 1824 (V) approx. 4.99M pixels 49.95 12

Readout mode 3 1824 (H) × 1216 (V) approx. 2.22M pixels 59.94   12

Readout mode 4 1824 (H) × 370 (V) approx. 0.67M pixels 239.76   12

Readout mode 5 1824 (H) × 404 (V) approx. 0.74M pixels 29.97   12

Readout mode 6 1824 (H) × 190 (V) approx. 0.35M pixels 449.55 12

Readout mode 7 2736 (H) × 1538 (V) approx. 4.21M pixels 59.94 10

 

Type 1/1.4 Approx. 9.03 M Pixels (Approx. 17:9)

Drive mode/Number of recording pixels/Max frame rate [frame/s]/Output data bit length [bit]

Readout mode 1 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85M pixels 59.94  10

 

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The IMX183CQK is a diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1) CMOS image sensor with a color square pixel array and approximately 20.48 M effective pixels.  12-bit digital output makes it possible to output the signals of approximately 20.48 M effective pixels with high definition for shooting still picture.  In addition, this sensor enables output effective approximately 9.03 M effective pixels (aspect ratio approx.17:9) signal performed horizontal and vertical cropping at 59.94 frame/s in 10-bit digital output format for high-definition moving picture.  Furthermore, it realizes 12-bit digital output for shooting high-speed and high-definition moving pictures by horizontal and vertical addition and subsampling.  Realizing high-sensitivity, low dark current, this sensor also has an electronic shutter function with variable storage time. In addition, this product is designed for use in consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder.  When using this for another application, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation does not guarantee the quality and reliability of product.  Therefore, don't use this for applications other than consumer use digital still camera and consumer use camcorder. In addition, individual specification change cannot be supported because this is a standard product. 

 

◆ Input clock frequency 72 MHz

◆All-pixel scan mode

  Various readout modes (*Please refer to the datasheet for binning/subsampling details of readout modes)

◆ High-sensitivity, low dark current, no smear, excellent anti-blooming characteristics

◆ Vertical and horizontal arbitrary cropping function

◆ Variable-speed shutter function (minimum unit: 1 horizontal sync signal period (1XHS))

◆ Low power consumption

◆ H driver, V driver and serial communication circuit on chip

◆ CDS/PGA on chip. Gain +27 dB (step pitch 0.1 dB)

◆ 9-bit/10-bit/12-bit A/D conversion on chip

◆ R, G, B primary color mosaic filters on chip

◆ All-pixel simultaneous reset supported (use with mechanical shutter)

◆ 118-pin high-precision ceramic package

 

◆ CMOS image sensor

◆ Image size Diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1)

◆ Total number of pixels 5640 (H) × 3710 (V) approx. 20.92 M pixels

◆ Number of effective pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5544 (H) × 3694 (V) approx. 20.48 M pixels

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4152 (H) × 2174 (V) approx. 9.03 M pixels

◆ Number of active pixels

   - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5496 (H) × 3672 (V) approx. 20.18 M pixels diagonal 15.86 mm

   - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4128 (H) × 2168 (V) approx. 8.95 M pixels diagonal 11.19 mm

◆ Number of recommended recording pixels

  - Type1 approx. 20.48 M pixels use 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96 M pixels aspect ratio 3:2

  - Type 1/1.4 approx. 9.03 M pixels use 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85 M pixels aspect ratio approx. 17:9

◆ Chip size 16.05 mm (H) × 12.61 mm (V)

◆ Unit cell size 2.40 μm (H) × 2.40 μm (V)

◆ Optical black Horizontal (H) direction : Front 48 pixels, rear 0 pixel

                          Vertical (V) direction : Front 16 pixels, rear 0 pixel

◆ Package 118 pin LGA

 

Readout mode 0 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96 M pixels 21.98 12

Readout mode 1 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) approx. 19.96 M pixels 24.98 10

Readout mode 2 2736 (H) × 1538 (V) approx. 4.21 M pixels 59.94 12

Readout mode 2A 2736 (H) × 1824 (V) approx. 4.99 M pixels 49.95 12

Readout mode 3 1824 (H) × 1216 (V) approx. 2.22 M pixels 59.94 12

Readout mode 4 1824 (H) × 370 (V) approx. 0.67 M pixels 239.76 12

Readout mode 5 1824 (H) × 404 (V) approx. 0.74 M pixels 29.97 12

Readout mode 6 1824 (H) × 190 (V) approx. 0.35 M pixels 449.55 12

Readout mode 7 2736 (H) × 1538 (V) approx. 4.21 M pixels 59.94 10

 

Type 1/1.4 Approx. 9.03 M Pixels (Approx. 17:9)

Drive mode Number of recording pixels Max frame rate [frame/s] Output data bit length [bit]

Readout mode 1 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) approx. 8.85 M pixels 59.94 10

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JUNE 26, 2017 

Sony IMX183 ExmorR Sony Semiconductor division has announced the new  IMX183CLK-J “Mono” &  IMX183CQJ-J “Color” Sensors in 1″ size. The sensor seems to be a step up compared to the ones used in the last RX100 and RX10 camera series.  While there is no mention in the press release of a stacked combo; the sensor itself should be able to be built on a high speed stacked memory package which should allow extreme frame rates at HD resolutions.

 

The sensor used in the RX100 V, for example, is a 1″ Exmor RS which allows for HDR capture in both photo and video modes. The new sensors announced are of the R variety “No video HDR” which could mean another variation of the sensor will debut with the RX100 VI.   Considering the cameras are due for a refresh this year we expect Sony to up the ante when it comes to read-out data speeds and use their stacking technology.

 

“Like Exmor R?, Exmor RS? for mobile uses a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor that allows you to take exceptional photographs under low light conditions. … The difference is thatExmor R? enables HDR for photos, whereas Exmor RS? for mobile brings HDR for both photos and video.” – Sony

 

 

◆ 2.4 μm square unit pixel

◆ 1″ Inch Sensor Size (C-Mount Compatibility)

◆ IMX183CQJ-J (Color Version)

◆ IMX183CLK-J (Monochrome Version)

◆ vertical arbitrary cropping function (Windowing)

◆ 4096H × 2160V, 10-bit mode, 59.94 fps

◆ 10-bit high-speed all-pixel readout

◆ 20.48M pixels (aspect 3:2) high-speed readout at 21.98 fps

 

The Sony RX100 V which is one of our favorite budget slow motion cameras “See our best of  2016 post” was announced October 6th 2016.  Which means we are about 3 months from an announcement. Of more interest to us is the announcement of the RX10 III replacement along with a possible RX10 II version as well.  Those cameras are a little behind the RX100 V with less recording time in resolution priority mode even when they use the same sensor.  What does change is the depth of the buffer which should be improved in the next camera iteration by allowing faster 4k and 1080p captures.

We expect Sony to jump to 480fps 1080p or near that quality at some point in the next two years.  Even when it is time-limited i.e. 2-4 seconds a real 480fps full HD video clip will be sought after by slow motion enthusiasts.

We will monitor the sensor developments closely as Sony continues to be at the forefront of high speed read out with their Stacked CMOS sensor technology. – HSC

 

SONY IMX183CLK-J/CQJ-J

Diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1) Approx. 20.48M-Effective Pixel Monochrome/Color CMOS Image Sensor

（photo）_IMX183CLK-J/CQJ-J

 

High-Speed and High-Picture-Quality Rolling Shutter-Type Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensors with Multi Pixel and All-Pixel Global Reset Function

In the industrial application field, needs are increasing for faster products with higher pixel counts and for rolling shutter functions. To meet these needs, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation has developed the “IMX183CLK-J/CQJ-J” CMOS image sensors equipped with an all-pixel global reset function. The image sensor uses a high sensitivity back-illuminated structure 2.4 μm square unit pixel, and we have developed both color (IMX183CQJ-J) and monochrome (IMX183CLK-J) products. The optical size is Type 1 to enable use of a C-mount lens. In addition, these products are equipped with a variety of functions such as 4K video mode and a vertical arbitrary cropping function.

 

◆ Supports 20.48M-pixel readout at 21.98 frame/s in 12-bit mode

◆ Supports all-pixel global reset (use with mechanical shutter)

◆ Supports 4K video mode (4096H × 2160V, 10-bit mode, 59.94 frame/s)

◆ Supports a variety of readout modes such as 10-bit high-speed all-pixel readout, 12-bit high-resolution readout, and vertical arbitrary cropping

◆ High-sensitivity back-illuminated structure 2.4 μm square unit pixel with a proven record in products for security camera and industrial applications

 

（photo）Exmor R

* Exmor R is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The Exmor R is a Sony’s CMOS image sensor with significantly enhanced imaging characteristics including sensitivity and low noise by changing fundamental structure of Exmor? pixel adopted column parallel A/D converter to back-illuminated type.

 

Supports 20.48M-pixel readout at 21.98 frame/s in 12-bit mode

High-resolution 12-bit digital output of the signals for 20.48M pixels (aspect ratio 3:2) realizes high-speed readout at 21.98 frame/s. This image sensor enables even higher resolution imaging of finer objects at high frame rates in excess of 20 frame/s, while still maintaining high picture quality.

 

Supports all-pixel global reset (use with mechanical shutter)

The IMX183CQJ-J/CLK-J series is equipped with a global shutter function that can globally reset the internal accumulated charges using an external trigger. Imaging with a flash and mechanical shutter after this all-pixel global reset makes it possible to align the exposure start timing of all pixels, achieving storage operation similar to that of a global shutter. The exposure time can also be adjusted by varying the vertical sync signal input period. (However, the minimum vertical sync signal period is 18 times the horizontal readout period.)

 

Supports 4K video mode (4096H × 2160V, 10-bit mode, 59.94 frame/s)

10-bit digital output of the signals for approx. 9.03M-effective pixels (aspect ratio approx. 17:9) realizes high-speed output at 59.94 frame/s and also enables video imaging.

 

Supports various readout modes

The IMX183CQJ-J/CLK-J series supports various readout modes including the above-noted high-resolution 12-bit all-pixel output, 10-bit all-pixel output that enables even faster readout, and high-speed 4K video output, as well as vertical arbitrary cropping output mode (cropping size restrictions apply) and a high-speed readout mode that uses the binning function (Table 3).

 

High-sensitivity back-illuminated structure 2.4 μm square unit pixel with a proven record in products for security camera and industrial applications

The IMX183CQJ-J/CLK-J series uses a high-sensitivity back-illuminated structure 2.4 μm square unit pixel with a proven record in the IMX178LLJ/LQJ*1 (for security camera and industrial applications).

 

*1: For details on the IMX178LQJ series, see the New Product information released in September 2013.

 

*If the mouse cursor changes over the photo, you can click to see the larger version in a new window.

 

Photograph 1 Sample Images

Condition: 2000 lx  F4.0 (ADC 12-bit mode , internal gain 0 dB)

 

Photograph-1-1

 

IMX183CLK-J 18ms accumulation

 

Photograph-1-2

 

IMX183CQJ-J 33ms accumulation

 

Table 1 Device Structure

ITEM IMX183CLK-J/CQJ-J

Output image size Diagonal 15.86 mm (Type 1) aspect ratio 3:2

Number of effective pixels 5544 (H) × 3694 (V) approx. 20.48M pixels

Unit cell size 2.4 μm (H) × 2.4 μm (V)

Optical blacks Horizontal Front: 48 pixels, rear: 0 pixels

Vertical Front: 16 pixels, rear: 0 pixels

Input drive frequency 72 MHz

Output Interface Sub-LVDS (576 Mbps / ch, Max.10 ch) *1

Package 118-pin LGA

Supply voltage VDD (Typ.) 2.9 V / 1.8 V / 1.2 V

*1 Sensor slave mode only.

 

Table 2 Image Sensor Characteristics

ITEM VALUE REMARKS

Sensitivity (monochrome) Typ.

[F8] 388 mV 1/30s accumulation

G Sensitivity (color) Typ.

[F5.6] 461 mV 1/30s accumulation

Saturation signal Min. 942 mV Tj = 60 °C

Table 3 Basic Drive Mode

DRIVE MODE/RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF RECORDING PIXELS/FRAME RATE/ ADC[BIT]

All-pixel scan (12 bit) *１ 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) 21.98 12

All-pixel scan (10 bit) *１ 5472 (H) × 3648 (V) 24.98 10

Type 1/1.4 approx.9.03M-Pixel

(approx. 17:9) (10 bit) 4096 (H) × 2160 (V) 59.94 10

Vertical Arbitrary Cropping (10 bit) *2 5472 (H) × 1802 (V) to

5472 (H) × 3648 (V) 24.98 over 10

*1 These modes can be used together with the global reset shutter function.

*2 In vertical arbitrary cropping area from type 1 approx. 20.48M pixels (3:2) all-pixel scan area is readout with 10-bit output.

 

*Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation reserves the right to change products and specifications without prior notice.

This product is designed for consumer use applications, so the quality and reliability of the product are also the consumer use application range. This quality and reliability range should be kept in mind when using this product for other than consumer use applications.

 

VOICE

The IMX183CQJ-J/CLK-J 20.48M-pixel CMOS image sensors have been newly developed for customers desiring image sensors with multi pixel for industrial applications. We developed both a color product (IMX183CQJ-J) and a monochrome product (IMX183CLK-J), and hope that customers will consider adopting these products for various applications.

 

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