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Sony Starvis IMX515 – 8.46 MP CMOS Sensor for High-Performance Imaging

8.46 MP CMOS sensor with RGB color filters, offering 61 fps for high-performance surveillance and industrial systems.

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Product Number: 25499
Category: Area Sensors

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Product Summary

The IMX515AAQN-C is an 8.46 MP CMOS sensor offering 61 fps frame rates and RGB color filters for enhanced imaging in surveillance and industrial systems.

Sony Starvis IMX515 – 8.46 MP CMOS Sensor for High-Performance Imaging Highlights

  • 8.46 MP resolution
  • RGB color mosaic filters
  • 61 fps frame rate
  • Low power consumption

Targeted Applications

  • Surveillance Cameras
  • Factory Automation
  • Industrial Cameras

Product Specifications

Pixel Size x [µm]Pixel Size x [µm]

1.45

Pixel Size y [µm]Pixel Size y [µm]

1.45

InterfaceInterface

MIPI

Bit DepthBit Depth

10, 12

ChromaticsChromatics

RGB

Frame Rate [fps]Frame Rate [fps]

61

Horizontal Resolution [px]Horizontal Resolution [px]

3864

Image Diagonal [mm]Image Diagonal [mm]

6.43

ManufacturerManufacturer

Sony

Resolution [MP]Resolution [MP]

8.41

Sensor SizeSensor Size

1/2.8 inch

Sensor TypeSensor Type

CMOS

Shutter TypeShutter Type

Rolling Shutter

Vertical Resolution [px]Vertical Resolution [px]

2176


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Description

The Sony IMX515-AAQN-C is a CMOS image sensor designed for high-performance applications such as surveillance, factory automation (FA), and industrial cameras. With a diagonal size of 6.4 mm (Type 1/2.8 inch) and 8.46 million effective pixels, this sensor is engineered to capture detailed images in various lighting conditions, thanks to Sony's STARVIS technology. This technology ensures high sensitivity, low dark current, and no smear, making the IMX515-AAQN-C ideal for low-light environments.

The sensor offers a resolution of 3864 x 2176 pixels, with a compact pixel size of 1.45 x 1.45 μm, which enhances its light sensitivity and image clarity. The IMX515-AAQN-C also features an electronic shutter with variable charge-integration time, allowing for precise control over exposure in dynamic lighting conditions. With a frame rate of up to 61 frames per second (fps), it ensures smooth and real-time video capture for fast-moving subjects or processes.

Key features of the IMX515-AAQN-C include:

  • 8.46 MP resolution (3864 x 2176)
  • 1.45 x 1.45 μm pixel size for high sensitivity and detailed imaging
  • Electronic shutter with variable charge-integration time
  • High-speed frame rate of 61 fps for real-time imaging
  • STARVIS technology for enhanced low-light performance
  • Triple power supply (2.9V, 1.1V, 1.8V) for efficient power consumption
  • MIPI interface for fast and reliable data transmission

The IMX515-AAQN-C is ideal for surveillance cameras due to its high sensitivity and ability to capture clear images in low-light environments. This makes it perfect for night-time security or monitoring applications where light levels are minimal. Additionally, the sensor’s fast frame rate and precise exposure control make it suitable for factory automation and industrial cameras, where real-time monitoring of fast-moving objects or processes is essential.

With its compact pixel size of 1.45 x 1.45 μm, the IMX515-AAQN-C captures sharp and detailed images, even in low-light conditions. Its MIPI interface allows for efficient data transmission, simplifying integration into modern imaging systems. The sensor’s high sensitivity and low power consumption ensure it operates efficiently in energy-sensitive applications like battery-powered cameras.

The Sony IMX515-AAQN-C offers a combination of high resolution, fast frame rates, and excellent low-light performance, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of security, industrial, and surveillance applications. Whether used in monitoring systems or automation, this sensor provides the performance, clarity, and reliability required for advanced imaging needs.


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