Provides approximately twice the sensitivity of conventional image sensors in the near-infrared wavelength range.

ON Semiconductor has launched a CMOS image sensor featuring Near Infra-Red+ (NIR+) technology that effectively combines enhanced low-light performance and High Dynamic Range (HDR) required for advanced security and surveillance cameras.

The AR5022 is a 1/2.5-inch, 5.1-megapixel (MP) image sensor based on a 2.2μm (micrometer) Back Side Illuminated (BSI) pixel technology platform developed for industrial applications that require high-resolution, high-quality image capture in low-light environments. Furthermore, the AR0522 image sensor offers approximately twice the sensitivity in the near-infrared wavelength of the existing AR0521 image sensor.

The AR0431 is a 1/3.2-inch 4MP sensor based on a 2.0μm BSI pixel technology platform. Featuring a variety of low-power modes and a frame rate of up to 120fps, it is ideal for applications requiring slow-motion video capture. Furthermore, its low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered security cameras, action and sports cameras, car DVRs, and general surveillance cameras.

ON Semiconductor has developed NIR+ technology to increase the quantum efficiency (QE) of sensors in the near-infrared region without compromising color accuracy within the visible spectrum. This technology allows security cameras to use fewer IR LEDs on a bill of materials (BOM) that operate at lower voltages, while still capturing high-quality images even in low-light and near-infrared environments.

“ON Semiconductor’s NIR+ technology and BSI pixel platform in the AR0522 and AR0431 effectively combine to deliver outstanding image quality and low-light performance,” said Gianluca Colli, vice president and general manager, Consumer Solutions Division, Image Sensor Group at ON Semiconductor. “This enables bright, clear images even in challenging environments.”