Samsung Electronics has unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the new CMOS image sensor, which aims to use the front camera in smartphones and tablets. New name S5K4H5YB different resolution of 8 megapixels and uses a proprietary technology ISOCELL, as well as a new color filter RWB (Red-White-Blue).
ISOCELL paired with a new color filter can increase the sensitivity of the sensor, as well as improve the overall image quality. Physical barriers between pixels ISOCELL approximately 30% lower crosstalk compared with technology BSI (reverse illumination). At the same time, the use of color filters RWB provides further improvement in signal / noise ratio of 3 dB in low light conditions.
Partner companies can already order a novelty, and mass production will start in the second quarter of this year. Around the same time, we can see and the first smartphone with this sensor.
Source: Samsung Electronics