Samsung Electronics announced two new image sensors today aimed at emerging technologies like robotics and extended reality (XR) devices.
The Isocell Vizion 63D is a time-of-flight sensor that can capture detailed 3D images. Using infrared light, it measures depth and distance to map surroundings in 3 dimensions. With a compact design and integrated processing, the 63D achieves a 40% reduction in system power consumption compared to previous models.
The sensor is tailored for service robots, industrial automation, facial authentication and XR headsets where accurate depth sensing is critical. Its small 3.5μm pixels enable sharp VGA resolution in a tiny package suitable for on-the-go gadgets. Enhanced light sensitivity also allows operation in both bright and dark environments.
Additionally, Samsung revealed the Isocell Vizion 931, a global shutter sensor optimized to capture distortion-free images of fast moving objects. Global shutter sensors take pictures all at once, eliminating the jello effect common in rolling shutter cameras. This makes the 931 well-suited for motion tracking in VR/AR devices, drones and robotics.
With a one-to-one VGA resolution, the sensor provides ample pixels for eye and gesture tracking applications. And thanks to advanced light absorption techniques, the 931 delivers best-in-class low light performance critical for iris scannin, according to Samsung. Both the 63D and 931 are currently sampling to device makers globally.
