Samsung has announced a 12Mpixel CMOS imager with back side illuminated 1.12µm pixels.
Called S5K3L1, the '1/3.2' size sensor supports 12Mpixel images at 30frame/s, 1080p (full HD) at 60frame/s, 720p at 90frame/s and VGA (640x480) at 120frame/s - the latter for slow motion replay.
Included is a pixel correction feature which compensates for colour and luminance response variations.
An optional RGB-white colour filter array cuts noise, resulting in a "30% brighter image over that of a conventional RGB colour filter array", claimed the firm.
The RGB-white filter feature works in conjunction with an associated IC (S5C73L1), which converts RGB-W pattern to RGB Bayer for back-end Bayer processing compatibility.
"The logic chip also provides features such as lens shading correction, image down scaling, noise reduction and significantly enhanced modulation transfer function to reproduce fine details," said Samsung.
The sensor is designed for use in 6.0mm high 8.5x8.5mm auto focus camera modules.
Samples are available now with mass production scheduled in the third quarter.