Samsung Launches 3D ToF and Global Shutter Sensors

Samsung has recently introduced two cutting-edge sensors tailored for AR/VR headsets and smartphones: the ISOCELL Vizion 63D 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor and the ISOCELL Vizion 931 Global Shutter sensor. Currently undergoing comprehensive testing by global device manufacturers and esteemed brand partners, these sensors are poised for integration into upcoming products, including Samsung's innovative MR (Mixed Reality) headsets.

1. Enhanced Depth Perception with ISOCELL Vizion 63D

Samsung's ISOCELL Vizion 63D sensor stands out for its integration of deep perception hardware ISP (Image Signal Processor), resulting in a remarkable 40% reduction in power consumption compared to traditional components. This 3D ToF sensor, boasting a size of 1/6.4 inches and utilizing 3.5μm pixel size, captures VGA (640×480) resolution video and delivers QVGA (320×240) quality images at a swift 30fps. Excelling in calculating phase differences between emitted and reflected light, this sensor is tailor-made for secure facial recognition in AR/VR headsets, robots, and smartphones.

Notably, it is the industry's pioneer in integrating a deep perception hardware ISP image signal processor, eliminating the need for an additional computing chip for depth information processing. Compared to conventional sensors like the Samsung ISOCELL Vizion 33D, the ISOCELL Vizion 63D achieves a significant 40% reduction in power consumption. Featuring Backside Scattering Technology (BST), it achieves high quantum efficiency and light absorption (38% at 940nm infrared wavelength), minimizing noise and dynamic blur for enhanced clarity. The ISOCELL Vizion 63D ToF supports short-range, high-resolution flood mode, along with low-resolution, long-range spot mode, expanding depth and distance measurement capabilities from 5 meters to 10 meters compared to the previous generation.

2. Revolutionary Scene Capture with ISOCELL Vizion 931

Samsung's ISOCELL Vizion 931 stands as a global shutter sensor designed to capture entire scenes at once, eliminating the jello effect associated with traditional rolling shutter sensors that scan scenes line by line. With a resolution of 640×640 pixels, this sensor finds application in iris recognition, eye tracking, as well as facial and gesture detection in XR headsets.

The ISOCELL Vizion 931 achieves the industry's highest quantum efficiency, providing an impressive 60% quantum efficiency at an 850nm infrared wavelength. Supporting FDTI (Front Deep Trench Isolation) pixel technology, it effectively reduces cross-interference between pixels, enhancing photosensitive component performance and delivering high-quality images in low-light environments. Ideal for AR/VR headsets, drones, and robots, the ISOCELL Vizion 931 is anticipated to feature prominently in Samsung's forthcoming MR headsets.