1080p HD (also known as “full HD”) has been a standard for camcorders for some time. Recently, 1080p has found its way into pocket camcorders. Now webcams are about to enter the world of full HD. OmniVision has introduced a new CMOS image sensor which offers 1080p HD video at 30 frames per second. The more »

Hoping to bridge the gap between camera phones and real digital cameras, imaging innovator Kodak has created a new chip that will help manufacturers slash development costs and deliver true camera functionalities.

Dubbed as the KODAK KAC-05020 Image Sensor, it is the world’s first 1.4 micron, 5-megapixel device that can capture high quality images and videos even in low light conditions. Though 5-megapixel cameras are already available in some expensive smartphones, most camera phones still produce blurry images and videos filled with unnecessary background noise.