Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS) has unveiled the LYT-818, a 50-megapixel CMOS image sensor under its new LYTIA brand, designed for smartphone cameras.

Sony LYTIA LYT-818 sensor features:

The 1/1.28-type sensor features cutting-edge noise reduction and a high dynamic range, improving image quality, particularly in low-light conditions.

The LYT-818 introduces a technology that makes pictures in low-light conditions much clearer. It uses an Ultra-High Conversion Gain (UHCG) circuit to convert light into an electrical signal more effectively, reducing unwanted noise or “graininess” in photos. This advanced design results in a noise level of just 0.95e-, the lowest among Sony’s mobile sensors, which helps in capturing more natural colors and details, even in dim lighting.

The LYT-818 uses a new HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology that helps capture details in both very bright and very dark areas of a scene. It does this by taking a single shot and processing it at three different settings to balance light and shadows. With an impressive 86dB range, this method reduces issues like bright spots or dark patches in high-contrast scenes. The sensor is also designed to use less power, allowing HDR to work continuously, even during live previews on your phone screen.

Key specs of the LYT-818 sensor include a 1.22 µm unit cell size, Quad Bayer Coding color filter, and a maximum frame rate of 120 fps for 4K2K resolution. It supports analog, digital, and MIPI output interfaces, offering flexibility for various mobile applications. Mass production is set for mid-September 2024.

Vivo X200 Pro series likely the first to feature the LYT-818 sensor:

Vivo’s upcoming Vivo X200 Pro line could be the first to use this sensor as a recent report from tipster DCS claims that the Vivo X200 Pro and the X200 Pro Mini will be using the Sony LYT-818 sensor for their primary cameras. This 1/1.28″ sensor will be replacing the 1″ Type Sony IMX989 sensor used on the Vivo X100 Pro.

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