5MP image sensor targets front & rear-facing cameras

The image sensor is capable of capturing full resolution 5MP (2592x1944px) images at 30FPS, quad HD video at 30FPS, cropped 1080p HD at 60FPS and 720p HD at 60FPS. The OV5670 has been claimed to achieve sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio comparable to 1.75µm pixel-based sensors when recording 720p HD video with binning.

When recording full resolution video, the OV5670 uses approximately 35% less power than OmniVision’s previous generation 5MP sensor. Ultra low power mode further reduces power consumption, minimising battery drain. Available now in both CSP and RW packages, the OV5670 fits into a compact 6x6x3.5mm camera module.

Archie de Guzman, Senior Product Marketing Manager, OmniVision, commented: “The OV5670 is uniquely positioned in that it brings tremendous value and performance to camera applications on both sides of a mobile device. Its compact form factor and small optical format allow manufacturers to easily upgrade camera resolutions from 2 to 5MP for main cameras in feature phones and for front- and rear-facing cameras in smartphones and tablets. The popularity of mobile software applications focusing on video-conferencing has fuelled consumer demand for higher-resolution front-facing camera solutions that also meet the space constraints of today’s mobile devices. OV5670 provides an ideal solution.”