It is predicted that Sony will release the Sony LYT-910 image sensor in 2026. This is Sony’s first 200 megapixel sensor, 1/1.11 inch, with a single pixel of 0.7um. The size of the Sony LYT-910 image sensor is 1/1.11 inch.
The most impressive feature of the Sony LYT-910 is its sensor internal zoom technology. Essentially, it is intelligent cropping of parts from a 200 million pixel ultra large image. You thought you had doubled the zoom, but in fact, it only captured the middle part of the picture. But because the original image quality is solid enough, the cut effect is sharper than traditional optical zoom. This move has evolved mobile photography from pursuing to shoot well, to a stage where it can be easily manipulated after shooting.
Sony LYT-910 Technology Highlights and Production Planning
Revolutionary dynamic range: Using LOFIC charge reservoir technology in the field of automotive imaging, a dynamic range of over 100dB can be achieved in a single frame, completely solving the problems of highlight overflow and loss of dark details in backlit scenes.
Pixel combination flexibility: Supports 200 million pixel full open mode (0.7 µ m single pixel), 4-in-1 output of 50 million pixels (1.4 µ m), 16 in-1 output of 12.5 million pixels (2.8 µ m), achieving lossless zoom function.
When will the Sony LYT910 be released
The Sony LYT-910 sensor directly brings LOFIC high dynamic technology to the mobile phone end. The former is aimed at mid to high end flagships, while the latter aims to enter the top market with 200 million pixels and is expected to enter mass production and commercial use in 2026. The first 200 million pixel sensor launched by Sony this time is the LYT-910 (formerly known as IMX09E). The most eye-catching highlight among them is its sensor size – up to 1/1.11 inch. It should be noted that currently most flagship phones are equipped with a main camera sensor size of about 1/1.3 inch. In comparison, the LYT-910 can be described as an “leapfrog existence”. A larger photosensitive area means it can capture more light, even in low light or nighttime environments, resulting in brighter and more delicate photos.
