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Canon’s new CMOS image sensor records 60fps video in low-light conditions

Canon’s new CMOS image sensor records 60fps video in low-light conditions

  Canon has announced that they’ve created a new CMOS image sensor, which is the world’s largest that can be produced from a 12-inch (300mm) wafer. The sensor measures 202x205mm, making it 40 times larger than size of Canon’s largest commercial CMOS sensor and is capable of gathering more light for an image or a [...]

Samsung develops 2MP image sensor with full HD support

Samsung develops 2MP image sensor with full HD support

  Samsung has developed 2.1MP and 1.3MP CMOS image sensors that will bring high-definition support to webcams and cameras requiring video capture. The 1.3MP (S5K6A1) and 2.1MP (S5K5B3) image sensors are specifically created to accommodate in thin LCD notebook panels without compromising on the capture quality. The imagers boast improved low-light sensitivity of 70Lux while [...]

Scientists want to measure my blogging stress level

Scientists want to measure my blogging stress level

  Not only me but sportspersons, gamers and everyone on this earth who can wear their newest invention in the world of wearable electronics. The project known as Context consists of a vest which can measure the stress levels of the person. It works with the help of sensors which are embedded in the vest [...]