the top sensor will surpass the Sony IMX989

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It will be called OmniVision OV50K

CMOS image sensor maker OmniVision will release new high-end products later this year, including the OV50K. This is an inch format image sensor that will far outperform the Sony IMX989.

The previously announced Xiaomi 14 uses the OmniVision OV50H sensor, with early reviews pointing to excellent camera capabilities. Due to an increase in orders for Xiaomi Mi 14, OmniVision OV50H sensors are in short supply. Rumor has it that the upcoming iQOO 12 will also use the OmniVision OV50H sensor..

Sony IMX989
Sony IMX989

the top sensor will surpass the Sony IMX989

It is expected that Chinese manufacturers, including Huawei and others, may fully use OmniVision sensors to replace Sony. OmniVision is expanding its product line, intending to offer customers main, wide-angle, front, and zoom cameras.

OmniVision was founded in Silicon Valley in the USA in 1995. All four founders are Chinese. In 2009, the company successfully entered the Apple supply chain.

OV50H vs IMX989: Key Differences

Here’s a comparison of the two image sensors:

Feature OV50H IMX989
Resolution 50 Megapixel 50 Megapixel
Sensor size 1/1.3 inches 1.0 inch
Pixel size 1.2 μm 1.6 μm
Low-light performance Good Excellent
Autofocus H/V QPD autofocus PDAF autofocus
Maximum frame rate 30 fps at full resolution, 120 fps at 12.5MP Not specified
HDR Supports DCG and staggered HDR, up to 100dB+ Details not publicly available

Key takeaways:

  • Sensor size: IMX989 has a larger sensor size, which generally leads to better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
  • Pixel size: IMX989 has larger pixels, which also contribute to better low-light performance and potentially wider dynamic range.
  • Autofocus: OV50H boasts H/V QPD autofocus for potentially faster and more accurate focusing, especially in low-light conditions.
  • Other features: OV50H offers high frame rates and HDR capabilities, though details on the IMX989’s capabilities are not publicly available.
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Overall:

While both sensors are capable of capturing high-quality images, the IMX989 is likely to excel in low-light conditions due to its larger sensor size and pixel size. However, the OV50H may offer faster autofocus and potentially better high frame rate and HDR performance depending on the specific implementation by the phone manufacturer.

It’s important to note that the final image quality depends not just on the sensor but also on various other factors like the phone’s camera software, lens quality, and image processing algorithms.

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