Teledyne e2v, the imaging solutions innovator and part of Teledyne Technologies (NYSE: TDY), introduces Emerald™ Gen2, a cutting-edge CMOS image sensor family. Leveraging Teledyne e2v’s advanced imaging technologies, this state-of-the-art sensor family delivers superior performance, catering to a diverse array of applications in machine vision, outdoor surveillance, and traffic detection and monitoring cameras.
Teledyne e2v is at the forefront of advancements in healthcare, life sciences, space, transportation, defense, security, and industrial markets. The company adopts a distinctive strategy by actively engaging with customers to understand their market and application challenges. Through collaborative partnerships, Teledyne e2v delivers innovative imaging solutions, whether standard, semi-custom, or fully custom, thereby enhancing the value of their systems.
Available in two variants—8.9-Megapixels (4,096 x 2,160) and 12-Megapixels (4,096 x 3,072)—the Emerald Gen2 family is offered in monochrome or color, with two-speed grades: standard and high. The high-speed models are particularly well-suited for demanding applications that necessitate high-speed image capture, such as food sorting, inspection processes, and Intelligent Traffic Systems. The sensor boasts a compact 2.8 µm global shutter pixel, designed with Teledyne e2v’s latest generation light pipe technology, providing an impressive up to 67 dB dynamic range in both 10-bit and 12-bit ADC mode. This ensures optimal performance in high-contrast scenes, eliminating exposure issues in the captured images.
In comparison to the original Emerald family, this new generation introduces several enhanced features. The matrix is centered in a compact 21 x 20 mm² Ceramic Land Grid Array (CLGA) package, fitting 1-inch optical formats for seamless and cost-effective integration. With dual output options—LVDS and MIPI CSI 2—the sensor offers flexibility to camera manufacturers, allowing them to choose the interface based on their specific customer requirements. Additionally, it delivers outstanding low-noise performance with < 3e- readout noise, along with heightened sensitivity and angular response facilitated by dual-light pipe technology.
Maxime Taupin, Marketing Manager at Teledyne e2v, conveys his enthusiasm for the Emerald Gen2 sensor family, highlighting that the new sensor generation has been meticulously designed to cater to the current and future demands of diverse industries. With enhanced electro-optical performance and the flexibility to choose outputs, these sensors offer camera manufacturers high-performance solutions tailored to a wide range of challenging customer needs.
Key Features of Emerald Gen2:
- Resolution Options: Available in 8.9-Megapixels or 12-Megapixels, supporting varied application needs.
- Monochrome or Color: Offers flexibility in choosing between monochrome and color options.
- Speed Grades: Standard and high-speed models cater to diverse industry requirements.
- Compact Design: Housed in a compact 21 x 20 mm² Ceramic Land Grid Array (CLGA) package, fitting 1-inch optical formats for efficient integration.
- Output Options: Dual output interfaces—LVDS and MIPI CSI 2—allow camera manufacturers to choose based on customer requirements.
- Low-Noise Performance: < 3e- readout noise ensures exceptional image quality.
- Enhanced Sensitivity: Dual-light pipe technology enhances sensitivity and angular response.
The Emerald Gen2 sensor family reflects Teledyne e2v’s commitment to advancing imaging technologies, providing high-performance solutions that address the evolving demands across various industries. This innovation is poised to set new benchmarks in CMOS image sensor capabilities, empowering manufacturers to meet the challenges of demanding applications with confidence.