TCL (L3:1) Camera Sensors

Camera Sensors

There are currently two primary types of sensors, namely the CCD and the CMOS, both working to change light to electronic signals.  

         CCD (charged coupled device)

         CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)

In general, the sensor determines the following key functions of the camera:

– Image size (screen size expressed as the height and width of pixels,; example: 1920×1080)

– Resolution  (higher number of pixels = higher quality; example: 1080p is better than 720 p)

– Low-light performance (sensitivity determines luminance (intensity) and chrominance (color) range)

– Depth of field (range of focus related to resolution and sensitivity)

– Dynamic range (light sensitivity from shadow through highlights)

– Lens options (affecting size, type and control of the image)

– Camera’s physical size (affects sensor size, stability, heat)