In the past two years, flagship smartphones have been fiercely competing in the imaging sector, with main cameras gradually adopting 1-inch large sensors, and telephoto lenses increasingly featuring dual telephoto setups. The latest FindX7U even incorporates dual periscope lenses. Currently, the main 1-inch sensor options are the IMX989 and LYT900, both from Sony.
According to the latest leaks, OmniVision’s 1-inch sensor OV50K is set to be unveiled, primarily competing with Sony’s LYT900. It utilizes a new LOFIC technology, offering faster focusing speeds and greater light intake, along with ultra-high dynamic range.
For smartphones, the sensor is just one part of the imaging quality equation; algorithms, processing power, tuning, and lenses are all essential. Ultimately, the quality of the image must be analyzed on a model-by-model basis.
This year, there is a significant trend for OmniVision sensors to flourish in domestic smartphones, such as the Light and Shadow 900 series in the Xiaomi 14 series, the Light and Shadow 800 series in the K70 series, and the OV50H (same as Light and Shadow Hunter 900) in the iQOO12 series, all sourced from OmniVision. The increasing usage rate of domestic sensors is expected to be a major trend in the future.
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