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Sending images and videos to the cloud for analysis not only takes longer, but also raises privacy concerns, which is why Sony has announced the world’s first image sensors with built-in artificial intelligence.
The new IMX500 and IMX501 smart vision sensors incorporate a logic processor and memory that enables cameras equipped with them to perform machine learning computer vision tasks without the need for additional hardware. According to Sony, its new sensors could allow cheaper and more secure AI-equipped cameras to be developed.
“The signals acquired by the pixel chip are executed through an ISP (Image Signal Processor) and the AI processing is done in the processing stage on the logic chip, and the extracted information is generated as metadata, which which reduces the amount of data handled. Making sure the image information is not displayed helps reduce security risks and minimize privacy concerns. “
Smart vision sensors
Sony’s new AI image sensors have the ability to capture a normal 12-megapixel image and record 4K video at up to 60 frames per second. However, the sensors cannot capture any images either and only provide metadata based on what the sensor has seen.
Users will be able to write and rewrite their own artificial intelligence models to the embedded memory of the sensors depending on where the system is being used. For example, Sony’s image sensors could be installed on cameras in the front of retail stores and can be used to count the number of visitors entering or even the number of products on the shelf, similar to systems that are They currently use in Amazon Go stores.
While there are many positive applications for the company’s new image sensors, they could also be used for surveillance and monitoring if installed on CCTV cameras.
Sony has already started sending test samples of its IMX500 image sensor to early customers, and the company expects products that use the sensor to be available early next year.
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