With the rapid development of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, machine vision has become the “sharp eyes” of automated production lines. Against this backdrop, demand for high-performance image sensors is surging. As part of Sony’s next-generation Pregius S series of global shutter CMOS image sensors, the IMX926-AMJ (monochrome) and IMX926-AQJ (color) are emerging as ideal choices for factory automation (FA), 3D cameras, and intelligent transportation systems thanks to their outstanding features of “compact size, high frame rate, and high resolution.”
Recently, Shenzhen Mingjiada Electronics Co., Ltd. announced that it is supplying large quantities of genuine Sony IMX926-AMJ and IMX926-AQJ sensors from stock, while simultaneously offering high-value buyback services for these popular chips, providing customers with more flexible supply chain solutions.
I. Core Technology Analysis: Another Masterpiece from Sony’s Pregius S Series
The IMX926 series is part of Sony’s leading Pregius S technology (back-illuminated stacked global shutter technology). Compared to traditional front-illuminated global shutter sensors, Pregius S significantly enhances saturation headroom and sensitivity while maintaining a small pixel size of 2.74μm, achieving a balance between high resolution and high image quality.
Core Hardware Specifications:
Optical Size: 1/1.1-inch (14.0mm diagonal).
Effective Pixels: Approx. 12.41 megapixels (4128 x 3008), supports 4:3 aspect ratio.
Pixel Size: 2.74μm x 2.74μm.
Shutter Type: Global Shutter, with no jelly effect, suitable for capturing fast-moving objects.
II. Product Positioning Differences: IMX926-AMJ vs IMX926-AQJ
During the selection process, the differences in model suffixes determine the sensor’s application scenarios. Mingjiada Electronics’ technical team points out that the primary distinction between these two products lies in their spectral response ranges:
1. IMX926-AMJ (Black-and-White/Monochrome)
This model omits the color filter array (CFA), offering higher sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio.
Advantages: Higher light intake and superior resolution.
Application Scenarios: Suitable for high-end industrial inspection with stringent lighting requirements, such as LCD panel defect detection, semiconductor wafer inspection, document scanning, and medical imaging.
2. IMX926-AQJ (Color)
This model uses a standard Bayer array, capable of reproducing true color information.
Advantages: It can not only capture object shapes but also accurately identify color differences.
Applications: Widely used in 3D-AOI (Automated Optical Inspection), intelligent traffic monitoring, color sorters, and logistics sorting systems requiring color recognition.
III. Performance Highlights: Why Is This Chip So Hard to Come By?
The IMX926 series not only boasts a high resolution of 12.41 megapixels, but its performance in data transmission and processing speed is even more impressive. In full-pixel scan mode, this chip’s frame rate far exceeds that of comparable competitors:
8-bit output: Maximum frame rate of up to 660.8 frames per second.
10-bit output: Up to 588.8 fps.
12-bit output: Up to 318.5 fps.
This high-speed read capability is made possible by the integrated SLVS-EC interface. The interface supports flexible configurations ranging from 1 lane to 8 lanes (or even 8 lanes x 2), with a maximum baud rate of 12.474 Gbps per channel, significantly simplifying PCB design and reducing power consumption.
Additionally, the sensor features built-in programmable analog gain (0–24 dB) and digital gain functions, and supports binning modes (2x2, 1x2, etc.). Through binning modes, resolution can be sacrificed for higher sensitivity in low-light environments, meeting imaging requirements in complex conditions.
IV. Supply and Recycling: Mingjiada Electronics’ One-Stop Service
As a seasoned distributor established in 1996 and certified to ISO 9001, Shenzhen Mingjiada Electronics Co., Ltd. leverages its extensive experience in the global supply chain to provide customers with a full range of Sony image sensor solutions.
1. Shortage Relief and Stock Availability
Mingjiada Electronics currently maintains a vast inventory of in-stock products and offers genuine, original parts for the IMX926-AMJ and IMX926-AQJ.
Package Type: LGA package (dimensions: 24.5mm x 21.4mm, 318 pins).
Procurement Channels: We respond quickly to both sample requests and bulk orders, meeting customer needs from R&D and pilot production through to mass production.
2. High-Priced Buyback: Turning Surplus into Value
To help customers resolve inventory backlogs caused by project changes or excess production capacity, Mingjiada Electronics offers high-priced buyback services for the IMX926-AMJ, IMX926-AQJ, and related models (such as the IMX925, IMX936, etc.).
Recycling Advantages: Cash transactions, strict protection of customer privacy, and support for global inspection and pickup.
Target Audience: Manufacturers and solution providers with excess inventory resulting from discontinuation, project changes, or overstocking.
V. About Mingjiada Electronics
Shenzhen Mingjiada Electronics Co., Ltd. has specialized in electronic component distribution for over 20 years, with business coverage spanning multiple high-tech fields including 5G communications, automotive electronics, industrial control, and medical equipment. The company has established long-term, stable partnerships with over 500 internationally renowned brands, including Sony, Xilinx, Texas Instruments (TI), and NXP. Adhering to the principle of “Genuine Products Only, Quality First,” the company is committed to providing the most cost-effective BOM fulfillment services to global OEM/ODM clients.
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