Tessera OptiML image enhancement technologies in new Samsung HD image sensors for notebooks

SAN JOSE, USA: Tessera Technologies Inc. announced that Samsung Electronics has integrated Tessera’s OptiML Focus solution for extended depth of focus (EDOF) capabilities, and OptiML UFL solution for improved low-light performance, into Samsung’s new 2.0 megapixel, full HD (1080p) CMOS image sensor for notebook computer cameras and other applications.

Consumers continue to demand increasingly feature-rich, easy-to-use cameras in portable electronic devices. In addition, the increasing use of video capture and HD video in mobile cameras is leading to a growing demand for enhanced image sensors for notebook computers.

Tessera’s OptiML image enhancement solutions combine innovative lens design with digital image processing algorithms to offer improved low-light performance for high-quality video conferencing capabilities in indoor situations. The solutions also extend the camera’s depth of field, from 20cm to infinity, enabling highly accurate business card reading and text and barcode image capture.

“With this innovative OptiML technology, our 1080p CMOS image sensor is better able to meet the growing needs of indoor video capture in notebook computer cameras and other applications,” said Dr. Dojun Rhee, vice-president, marketing team, System LSI division, Samsung Electronics. “Our ongoing work with Tessera continues to enhance our capabilities and provide more value for our customers.”

“We are delighted that our partner Samsung is proliferating its use of Tessera optical image enhancement technology beyond mobile phones and into the rapidly growing area of notebook computer video capture,” said Mike Bereziuk, executive vice president, Imaging & Optics, Tessera. “Our goal is to combine advanced optical design and image processing to give our customers advanced miniaturized features for their camera based applications.”