The first 0.8 micron, 32 megapixel image sensor

     OmniVision Technologies, the leading developer of digital imaging solutions, has announced its first 0.8 micron, 32 megapixel image sensor loaded with PureCel Plus stack technology, the OV32A. This new image sensor delivers industry-leading performance for high-end smartphones.

     "As consumers demand more and more pixel resolution for high-end smartphones, including their front-facing cameras, the market demand for high-performance smartphone cameras continues to rise," said Arun Jayaseelan, senior marketing manager at Howe Technology. "At the same time, the circuit space inside smartphones is very limited. With a pixel size of just 0.8 microns, the OV32A can support 32 megapixel resolution in 1/2.8 "optical format. With so many high-end features in such a small size, the OV32A is ideal for high-end smartphones."

     Howe Technologies uses more sophisticated PureCel Plus design and process technology to achieve the ultra-small pixel size of the current OV32A. In addition, the optimized pin placement design reduces the horizontal size of the module, providing the best solution for the thin bezel and screen maximization of the smartphone front-facing camera.

     The OV32A features an advanced 4-Cell pixel color filter design and built-in 4-Cell to Bayer conversion. This results in 32 megapixels of output under normal light conditions. Even in low light conditions, the OV32A's 4 Cell function can render 8 megapixel images with 4 times the low light sensitivity, and enables seamless and fast conversion from real-time high-performance quarter resolution to 32 million still images and video shots.

      The OV32A can achieve high-resolution imaging in different formats, including 32 megapixel full output at 15 frames per second, or 8 megapixel 4-in-1 output at 60 frames per second. The product also supports 60 frames per second for 4K2K, 120 frames per second for 1080p, and 240 frames per second for 720p video.