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Sony Announces LYT-818 Image Sensor with Advanced HDR Capabilities

Sony has officially unveiled its latest image sensor, the LYT-818, featuring a new High Dynamic Range (HDR) function. The sensor boasts a 1/1.28-inch size, placing it in the same category as the IMX700 and IMX707 sensors.

Key features of the LYT-818 include:

  • 86dB dynamic range per frame
  • 0.95e- signal-to-noise ratio
  • Real-time HDR preview
  • Improved low-light performance
  • Power-efficient HDR imaging


The sensor combines data from three gain settings to achieve its enhanced HDR capabilities. Sony claims the LYT-818 can deliver high-quality images in dim environments while maintaining low noise levels.

Industry experts have noted similarities between the LYT-818’s specifications and those rumored for the upcoming vivo X200 Pro and X200 Pro mini smartphones.
The LYT-818 aims to provide improved HDR imaging without significant power consumption increases, potentially allowing for extended use of HDR features in mobile devices.
As with all new technology announcements, the real-world performance of the LYT-818 sensor remains to be seen in consumer devices.

Key specifications
Model name

LYT-818

Image size

1/1.28-type (diagonal 12.49 mm)

Effective pixels

Approx. 50 megapixels

Unit cell size

1.22 μm × 1.22 μm (H × V)

Color filter

Quad Bayer Coding

Frame rate All pixels (4:3)

30 fps (all pixel AF)

12.5 Megapixels (4:3)

120 fps (all pixel AF)

4K2K

120 fps (all pixel AF)

12.5 Megapixels (multi frame HDR)

60 fps (2 Digital Over Lap、all pixel AF)

12.5 Megapixels (single frame HDR)

60 fps (dual conversion gain-HDR, all pixel AF)
30 fps (new HDR method, all pixel AF)

Power supply Analog

2.8 v/1.8 v

Digital

0.81 v

Interface

1.8 v or 1.2 v

Output interface

MIPI® C-PHY 2/3 trio, Max. 6.0 Gsps/trio
MIPI D-PHY 2/4 lane, Max. 2.5 Gbps/lane

Via ITHomes

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