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The ISOCELL CMOS camera sensors are a family of sensors produced by Samsung and available for purchase by other companies. They are used in a wide variety of products including mobile phones, computers and digital cameras.[1][non-primary source needed]

Design

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These sensors use one of the following pixel type technologies:

  • FSI: frontside-illuminated. The light that reaches the photosensitive area is reduced because it needs to pass through multiple metal and dielectric layers.
  • BSI: backside-illuminated.The metal wiring shifted to backside of photosensitive area(photodiode). The light reaches the photosensitive area directly.
  • ISOCELL: ISOCELL combines 3D-BSI with Front-side, Full-depth, Deep-Trench Isolation (F-DTI) and Vertical Transfer Gate (VTG). This provides increased light sensitivity and higher color fidelity even in poor lighting conditions.[2]
  • ISOCELL Plus: ISOCELL Plus replaces ISOCELL's metal grid barriers with an innovative new material developed by Fujifilm. This minimizes optical loss and light reflection, providing higher color fidelity and up to a 15% enhancement in light sensitivity compared to ISOCELL.[3]
  • ISOCELL 2.0: ISOCELL 2.0 builds on ISOCELL Plus technology by additionally replacing the lower portion of the color filter barriers with a more reflective material. It further reduces optical loss in each pixel and drastically improves light sensitivity producing even more vivid pictures with reduced noise.[4]

These sensors can be configured with one of the following chroma technologies:

  • BW also known as Monochrome. No color filter array.
  • RGB also known as Bayer filter or RGGB. Features a repeating 2×2 pattern with 1 red, 2 green and 1 blue pixels.
  • Tetracell also known as Quad Bayer or 4-cell. For darker scenes, signal processing can combine data from 2x2 pixel groups to essentially act like a larger pixel with a repeating 4×4 subpixel pattern with 4 red, 8 green and 4 blue subpixels. For brighter scenes, signal processing can convert the Tetracell into a conventional RGB filter to achieve 4x higher resolution. Resolution & pixel size listed below is after re-mosaic signal processing.[5]
  • Nonacell is similar to Tetracell, but with 3x3 pixel groups and a 6×6 pattern with 9 red, 18 green and 9 blue subpixels.
  • ChameleonCell is similar to Tetracell and Nonacell, but with 4x4 pixel groups and a 8x8 pattern with 16 red, 32 green and 16 blue subpixels.

List of sensors

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Model

(Part Number) Release date

Resolution ADC accuracy (bits) Output formats RAW

(bits)

Diagonal in

Optical format (or mm)

Pixel size (μm) Pixel type Color Filter Auto Focus Staggered HDR Dual Conversion Gain Products used in
ISOCELL KD1 (S5KKD1)[6] 6560 x 4928

32 MP

10 8/10 1/3.42"
(5.25 mm) 		0.64 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Double Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:

Xiaomi 14T
Xiaomi 14T Pro
Vivo X100 Pro
Vivo X200
Vivo X200 Pro

ISOCELL GN8 (S5KGN8)[7] 8192 x 6144

50 Mp

10 10/12 1/1.95"
(8.19 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Smart-ISO Pro, Dual Slope Gain Rear:

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

ISOCELL HP9 (S5KHP9)[8]

2024.06.27

16320 x 12288

200 MP 8K@30 fps 4K@120 fps FHD@480 fps

10 10/12/14 1/1.4" 0.56 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetra2pixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Telephoto
Vivo X100 Ultra
Vivo X200 Pro
Vivo X200 Ultra
Xiaomi 15 Ultra

ISOCELL GNJ (S5KGNJ)[9]

2024.06.27

8192 x 6144

50 MP 8K@30 fps 4K@120 fps FHD@480 fps

10 8/10/12/14 1/1.56" 1.0 ISOCELL 3.0 Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual Pixel Pro PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Vivo S19
Vivo V40 5G

ISOCELL JN5 (S5KJN5)[10]

2024.06.27

8192 x 6144

50 MP 4K@60 fps FHD@240 fps

10 10 1/2.76" 0.64 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Yes Dual Slope Gain
ISOCELL GNK (S5KGNK) 8160 x 6144

50 MP Video: 8K@30 fps 4K@120 fps FHD@240 fps

10 8/10/12/14 1/1.3" 1.2 ISOCELL 3.0 Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual Pixel Pro PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro

Rear: Google Pixel 8 Google Pixel 8 Pro Google Pixel 9 Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

ISOCELL HP2 (S5KHP2)[11]

2023.01.17

16384 x 12288

200 MP

Video: 8K@30 fps

4K@120 fps

10 10/12 1/1.3"
(12.31 mm) 		0.6 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetra2pixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

ISOCELL HPX

2022.10.20

16320 x 12288

200 MP

Video: 8K@30 fps

4K@120 fps

10 10/12/14 1/1.4"
(11.43 mm) 		0.56 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetra2pixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+

ISOCELL HP3 (S5KHP3)[12] 2022.06.23 16320 x 12288

200 MP

Video: 8K@30 fps

4K@120 fps

10 10/12/14 1/1.4"
(11.43 mm) 		0.56 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetra2pixel RGB Bayer Super QPD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Honor 90 Pro
Honor 90
Realme 11 Pro+

ISOCELL HP1 (S5KHP1)[13] 2021.09.02 16384 x 12288

200 Mp

Video: 8K@30 fps

10 8/10/12 1/1.22"
(13.11 mm) 		0.64 ISOCELL 3.0 Tetra2pixel RGB Bayer Double Super PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra (X30 Pro in China)

Xiaomi 12T Pro
Infinix Zero Ultra

ISOCELL HM6 (S5KHM6)[14] 2022.03. 12000 x 9000

108 Mp

Video: 8K@24 fps

10 8/10/12 1/1.67"
(9.58 mm) 		0.64 ISOCELL 2.0 Nonapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Infinix Note 12 Pro
Infinix Note 12 VIP
Motorola Moto G72
Oppo A1 Pro
Realme 9 4G
Realme 10 Pro
Realme 10 Pro+
Redmi K50 Ultra
Xiaomi 12T
Samsung Galaxy M53

ISOCELL HM3 (S5KHM3)[15] 2021.01.14 12000 x 9000

108 Mp

Video: 8K@30 fps

10 8/10/12 1/1.33"
(12.03 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Nonapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Plus Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

ISOCELL HM2 (S5KHM2)[16] / 2020.09.15 12000 x 9000

108 Mp

Video: 8K@24 fps

10 8/10 1/1.52"
(10.53 mm) 		0.7 ISOCELL Plus Nonapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:
List
  • Honor 50 SE
  • Honor 50
  • Honor 50 Pro
  • Honor 60
  • Honor 60 Pro
  • Huawei Nova 9 SE
  • Infinix Zero X Pro
  • Motorola Edge 20 Lite
  • Motorola Edge 20
  • Motorola Edge 20 Pro
  • Motorola Edge (2021)
  • Motorola Edge S30
  • Motorola Moto G60
  • Motorola Moto G200
  • Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
  • Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
  • Redmi K40 Pro+
  • Redmi K50 Pro
  • Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G
  • Redmi Note 10/Redmi Note 10 Pro (outside China)
  • Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
  • Redmi Note 11 Pro/E Pro/Pro+ (China)
  • Redmi Note 11 Pro/Pro 5G (international)
  • Redmi Note 11 S 4G
  • Realme 8 Pro
  • Vivo S10 Pro
  • Vivo S12
  • Vivo S12 Pro
  • Vivo V23 Pro
  • Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold
  • Xiaomi Mi 10i
  • Xiaomi Mi 11i
  • Xiaomi 11T
  • Xiaomi 11T Pro
  • Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
  • ZTE Axon 40 Pro
ISOCELL HMX (S5KHMX)[17] / 2019.08.12 12032 x 9024

108 Mp

Video: 6016 x 3384 @ 30 fps

10 10 1/1.33"
(12.03 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:
List
ISOCELL HM1 (S5KHM1)[18] / 2020.02.12 12000 x 9000

108 Mp

Video: 8K@24 fps

10 8/10 1/1.33"
(12.03 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Nonapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

ISOCELL GW3 (S5KGW3)[19] / 2020.09.15 9280 x 6944

64 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 10 1/1.97"
(8.12 mm) 		0.7 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:
List
  • Meizu 18x
  • Samsung Galaxy A32
  • Samsung Galaxy M52 5G
  • Xiaomi Black Shark 4 Pro
  • Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro
  • Xiaomi Black Shark 5
  • Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Xiaomi Civi
  • Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
  • Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
  • Redmi Note 10 pro
  • Vivo iQOO Z3
  • Vivo iQOO Z5
  • Vivo S9
  • Vivo S10e
  • Vivo T1
  • Vivo Y53s 4G
  • ZTE Nubia Red Magic 6/6 Pro/6S Pro
  • ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7/7 Pro
  • ZTE Nubia Red Magic 7S/7S Pro
ISOCELL GW2 (S5KGW2)[20] / 2020. 9280 x 6944

64 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 24 fps

10 8/10 1/1.72"
(9.21 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus RGB Bayer Super PD Rear:

Telephoto
Samsung Galaxy S20
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Samsung Galaxy S21
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Samsung Galaxy Note 20

ISOCELL GW1 (S5KGW1)[21] / 2019.05.09 9280 x 6944

64 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 24 fps

10 8/10 1/1.72"
(9.21 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:
List
ISOCELL GN9 (S5KGN9)[22] / 2023 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

10 10 1/1.57"
(10.21 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Yes Rear:

Nothing Phone (2a)
Nothing Phone (3a)

ISOCELL GN5 (S5KGN5)[23] / 2021.09.02 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 30 fps

10 8/10/12 1/1.57"
(10.19 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL 2.0 Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual Pixel Pro PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S22
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Vivo iQOO 9
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO 10 (iQOO 9T in India)
Vivo iQOO 10 Pro
Vivo X Fold Vivo X Fold+

ISOCELL GN3 (S5KGN3)[24] 2022.08.13 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 30 fps

10 8/10/12 1/1.57"
(10.19 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL 2.0 Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S23
Samsung Galaxy S23+

Samsung Galaxy S24

Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4

ISOCELL GN2 (S5KGN2)[25] / 2021.02.23 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 24 fps

10 8/10 1/1.12"
(14.28 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL Plus Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual Pixel Pro PD Yes Smart-ISO Pro Rear:

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

Honor Magic4 Ultimate

ISOCELL GN1 (S5KGN1)[26] / 2020.05.19 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 30 fps

10 8/10 1/1.31"
(12.21 mm) 		1.2 ISOCELL Plus Dual Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Dual PD Smart-ISO Rear:

Pixel 6
Pixel 6 Pro
Pixel 7
Pixel 7 Pro
Meizu 18 Pro
Meizu 18s Pro
Tecno Phantom X
Vivo X50 Pro+
Vivo X60 Pro+
Vivo X70 Pro+
Vivo X Note
Vivo iQOO 5
Vivo iQOO 5 Pro

ISOCELL JN1 (S5KJN1)[27] / 2021.06.10 8160 x 6144

50 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 10 1/2.76"
(6.54 mm) 		0.64 ISOCELL 2.0 Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Double Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:
List
  • Infinix Note 12
  • Infinix Note 12 5G
  • Motorola Moto G31
  • Motorola Moto G32
  • Motorola Moto G42
  • Motorola Moto G51 5G
  • Motorola Moto G52
  • Motorola Moto G62 5G
  • Motorola Moto G71 5G
  • Motorola Moto G82
  • Motorola Moto G 5G (2022)
  • Motorola Moto G Power (2022)
  • Motorola Moto Edge 30 Pro/X30 (ultrawide)
  • Motorola Edge 30 Ultra/X30 Pro (ultrawide)
  • Xiaomi 12 Pro (ultrawide)
  • Xiaomi 12S Pro (ultrawide)
  • Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4
  • Nokia G21
  • Nokia G60 5G
  • Nothing Phone (1) (ultrawide)
  • Nothing Phone (2) (ultrawide)
  • Nubia Z40 Pro (ultrawide)
  • Nubia Z40S Pro (ultrawide)
  • Realme 8i
  • Realme 9i
  • Realme 9 5G
  • Realme Narzo 50
  • Realme Narzo 50A
  • Realme GT2 Pro (ultrawide)
  • Realme GT2 Explorer Master (ultrawide)
  • Samsung Galaxy A13 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A23
  • Samsung Galaxy M13 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy M23
  • Tecno Pova 3
  • TCL 30 SE
  • TCL 30+
  • TCL 30 5G
  • TCL Stylus 5G
  • Poco M4 Pro 5G
  • Redmi 10
  • Redmi 10C
  • Redmi Note 11 4G
  • Redmi Note 11S 5G
  • Vivo S15e
  • Vivo iQOO Neo5 SE
  • Vivo iQOO 9 Pro (ultrawide)
  • Vivo iQOO 10 Pro (ultrawide)
ISOCELL GM5 (S5KGM5)[28] / 2020.09.15 8064 x 6048

48 Mp

Video: 7680 x 4320 @ 30 fps

10 8/10 1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		0.7 ISOCELL 2.0 Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Yes Smart-ISO Telephoto:

Google Pixel 7 Pro

ISOCELL GM2 (S5KGM2)[29] / 2019.05.09 8000 x 6000

48 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 8/10 1/2.0"
(8 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Smart-ISO Rear:

LG Velvet
Vivo S5
Vivo S6
Poco M2 Pro
Redmi Note 9 Pro (India)
Redmi Note 9S
Redmi Note 9T
Redmi Note 10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A12/F12/M12
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Samsung Galaxy A22 5G
Samsung Galaxy A32 5G
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G/M42 5G Samsung Galaxy M32 5G

ISOCELL GM1 (S5KGM1)[30] / 2018.10.30 8000 x 6000

48 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 8/10 1/2.0"
(8 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer PD Rear:

Fairphone 3+[31]
Lenovo Z6 Pro
Meizu 16Xs/Note 9
Motorola One Fusion
Motorola One Vision
OnePlus Nord N300
Oppo A93
Oppo F11/F11 Pro
Oppo F17 Pro
Poco M3
Realme 7 5G
Realme V5 5G
Realme Q2
Realme Q3
Realme Q3i
Realme Q3s
Redmi Note 7
Redmi Note 8
Redmi Note 9
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Samsung Galaxy M30s
Vivo iQOO Neo3
Vivo iQOO Neo5 Lite
Vivo iQOO Z1
Vivo X27 (128GB)
ZTE Axon 10 Pro

ISOCELL GH1 (S5KGH1)[32] / 2019.09.24 7968 x 5480

43.7 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 10 1/2.65"
(6.77 mm) 		0.7 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Front:

Oppo Reno3 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Vivo S7
Vivo S7t
Vivo S9
Vivo V20
Vivo V20 2021
Vivo V20 Pro
Vivo V21e (global)
Vivo V21

ISOCELL JD1 (S5KJD1)[33] /

2020.09.15

6560 x 4920

32 Mp

10 10 1/3.14"
(5.1 mm) 		0.7 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer Super PD Yes Smart-ISO Front:

Honor 50

ISOCELL GD2

(S5KGD2)

6560 x 4928

32 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.8" 0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer PD Front:

Tecno Camon 19 Pro

ISOCELL GD1 (S5KGD1) /

2018.10.30

6560 x 4928

32 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.80"
(6.4 mm) 		0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetrapixel RGB Bayer PD Front:

Infinix S4
LG V50S/G8X ThinQ
Honor 20
Honor 20 Pro
Honor 20S
Huawei P30/P30 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A71 Vivo V15/Vivo V15 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Y3

Rear:
Samsung Galaxy A70
Samsung Galaxy A60

ISOCELL 2L3 (SAK2L3)[34] 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 8/10 1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

Samsung Galaxy Note 9

ISOCELL 2L1 (S5K2L1)[35] 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.6"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S71
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge1
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active[36]1
Samsung Galaxy Note 7/FE

ISOCELL 2L2 (S5K2L2)[37] 4032 x 3024
12.2 Mp 		10 8/10 1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S84
Samsung Galaxy S8+4
Samsung Galaxy Note 8

ISOCELL 2L3 (S5K2L3)[38] 4032 x 3024
12.2 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL Plus RGB Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S94[39]
Samsung Galaxy S9+4[39]

ISOCELL 2L4 (S5K2L4)[40] 4032 x 3024
12.2 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

10 8/10 1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL Plus RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S10
Samsung Galaxy S10+
Samsung Galaxy S10e
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3[41]

ISOCELL 2L7 (S5K2L7)[42] 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.56"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

BQ Aquaris X PRO[43]
Motorola Moto X4 (Main)
Motorola Moto G6 Plus (Main)
Motorola Moto G6 (Main)
Motorola P30
Nokia 8 Sirocco[44]
Sharp Aquos S2
Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (CC9 Pro) (2x telephoto)
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro (2x telephoto)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (China)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

ISOCELL 2L8 (S5K2L8)[45] 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.80"
(6.4 mm) 		1.28 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Dual Pixel PD Rear:

BQ Aquaris X2
BQ Aquaris X2 PRO
Vsmart Active 1
Vsmart Active 1+

Front:
Vivo X20
Vivo X20 Plus
Vivo X20 Plus UD
Vivo X21
Vivo X21 UD

ISOCELL 2L9 (S5K2L9) 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

1/2.55"
(7.06 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Vivo X20
Vivo X20 Plus
Vivo X20 Plus UD
Vivo X21
Vivo X21 UD

ISOCELL 2LD (S5K2LD) 4032 x 3024

12.2 Mp

Video: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 fps

1/1.76"
(9.072 mm) 		1.8 ISOCELL Plus RGB Dual PD Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S20
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Samsung Galaxy S2112
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4

ISOCELL 2M8 (S5K2M8) 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		1/2.60"
(6.828 mm) 		1.34 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

ZUK Z2 (Lenovo Z2 Plus)
ZUK Edge

ISOCELL 2P2 (S5K2P2) 5312 x 2988
16 Mp 		1/2.60"
(6.828 mm) 		1.12 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S5[46]
Samsung Galaxy S6[47]2
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge2
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+2
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Samsung Galaxy Note 5[48]2
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)

ISOCELL 2P7 (S5K2P7)[49] 4640 x 3488

16 Mp

10 8/10 1/2.80" 1.12 ISOCELL RGB Bayer Super PD Rear:

LG V20
Meizu M6S
Oukitel WP2
Umdigi Z2 Special Edition
Umdigi Z2 Pro
Umdigi F1

ISOCELL 2P8 (S5K2P8) 5336 x 3000

16 Mp

1/2.60"
(6.828 mm) 		1.12 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Lenovo Vibe Shot

ISOCELL 2T8 (S5K2T8) 5976 x 3368
20 Mp 		1/2.60"
(6.828 mm) 		1.1 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

ZTE Axon 7

ISOCELL 3H1 (S5K3H1) 3280 x 2464

8 Mp

1/3.60" 1.22 ISOCELL RGB Front:

Samsung Galaxy S89
Samsung Galaxy S9+
Samsung Galaxy Note 8

ISOCELL 3H2 (S5K3H2) 3264 x 2448
8 Mp 		1/3.20"
(5.68 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Samsung Galaxy S2[50]
Samsung Galaxy S3 (some models)
Xiaomi Redmi 1/1S

ISOCELL 3J1 (S5K3J1)[51] 3648 x 2736
10 Mp 		1/3.20"
(5.57 mm) 		1.22 ISOCELL Plus RGB Front:

Samsung Galaxy S1010[52]

Rear:
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (3x and 10x telephoto)

ISOCELL 3L2 (S5K3L2)[53] 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		1/3.06"
(5.867 mm) 		1.12 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)[54]
Samsung Galaxy E7
Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy On Nxt
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3G
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G
Xiaomi Redmi Note Prime Samsung Galaxy J4

ISOCELL 3L8 (S5K3L8)[55] 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		1/3.06"
(5.867 mm) 		1.12 ISOCELL RGB/BW Rear:

Xiaomi Redmi 3/S/X/Pro[56]
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4/X
Xiaomi Redmi 4/X
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A (Y1 Lite in India)

ISOCELL 3M2 (S5K3M2) 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		1/3.06"
(5.867 mm) 		1.12 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

OnePlus X[57]3
Xiaomi Mi 4
Xiaomi Mi 4c[58]3
Xiaomi Mi Note/Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 2
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 (Mediatek)

ISOCELL 3M3 (S5K3M3 & S5K3M3+) 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		10 8/10 1/3.4" 1.0 ISOCELL RGB Bayer PD Secondary rear:

LG V30
Samsung Galaxy S9+
Samsung Galaxy S10[52]
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Sony Xperia 1(telephoto, ultra-wide)
Sony Xperia 5(telephoto, ultrawide)
Xiaomi Mi 6
Xiaomi Mi 8
Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
Xiaomi Mi MIX 2s
Xiaomi Mi MIX 3
Xiaomi Mi Note 3
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 (partly)7

ISOCELL 3M5 (S5K3M5)[59] 4208 x 3120
13 Mp 		1/3.40" 1.0 ISOCELL RGB Third rear:

LG G8 ThinQ
Xiaomi Mi 9

ISOCELL 3P3 (S5K3P3) 5312 x 2988
16 Mp 		1/3.06"
(5.867 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL RGB Rear:

Oukitel K6[60]
Samsung Galaxy C5
Samsung Galaxy C7
Ulefone T1
Ulefone Future[61]
Vernee Apollo Lite,[61]
Xiaomi Mi Max[62]
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 (Snapdragon)[63]
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro[61]

ISOCELL 3P8 (S5K3P8)[64] 4640 x 3488
16 Mp 		1/3.10"
(6.4 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL RGB/Tetracell Rear:

Blackview BV9600
Doogee V
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro
Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro
Umidigi Z2

Front:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (Y1 in India)
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Y2 in India)

ISOCELL 3P9 (S5K3P9)[65] 4608 x 3456
16 Mp 		1/3.10"
(6.4 mm) 		1.0 ISOCELL RGB/Tetracell Third rear:

Samsung Galaxy S10[52]Samsung Galaxy S10+
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G

Second rear:
Samsung Galaxy S10e
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 311

ISOCELL 3T1 (S5K3T1SP - Tetrapixel, S5K3T1SX - RGB) 5184 x 3880

20 Mp

10 8/10 1/3.0"
(6.4 mm) 		0.9 ISOCELL Tetrapixel/RGB Contrast Front:

Xiaomi Mi 8
Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition
Xiaomi Mi 8 SE
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Xiaomi Pocophone F1
Xiaomi Mi 9
Xiaomi Mi 9 SE

ISOCELL 3T2 (S5K3T2)[66] 5184 x 3880

20 Mp

1/3.40" 0.8 ISOCELL Plus Tetracell Front:

Xiaomi Mi 10
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro
Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi 11
Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro

Rear:
Sony Xperia 1 II (telephoto)
Sony Xperia 5 II (telephoto)

ISOCELL 4E6 (S5K4E6) 2592 x 1944

5 Mp

1/4"
(4.5 mm) 		1.34 ISOCELL RGB Front:

HTC 10[67]
Samsung Galaxy S6[47]
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+
Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Samsung Galaxy Note 5[48]
Samsung Galaxy Note 7/FE
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3

ISOCELL 4E8 (S5K4E8) 2592 x 1944

5 Mp

1/4"
(4.5 mm) 		1.4 ISOCELL Bright RGB/BW Secondary rear:

Vivo X20 (2nd rear)
Vivo X20 Plus (2nd rear)
Vivo X20 Plus UD (2nd rear)
Vivo X21 (2nd rear)
Vivo X21 UD (2nd rear)

ISOCELL 4H5 (S5K4H5) 3264 x 2448

8 Mp

1/4"
(4.5 mm) 		1.12 BSI(~YB)/

ISOCELL(~YC)

RGB Rear:

Blackview A7
Intex Aqua Note 5.5
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2[68]

ISOCELL 4H7 (S5K4H7)[69] 3264 x 2448

8 Mp

1/4"
(4.5 mm) 		1.12 BSI RGB Front:

Sony Xperia 1
Sony Xperia 5
Sony Xperia 10/10 Plus
Sony Xperia 1 II
Sony Xperia 5 II
Sony Xperia 10 II
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L4

Rear ultrawide: Meizu 17

S5K5BAF[70] 1600 x 1200 1/5" 1.75 FSI RGB Front:

Samsung Galaxy S2[50]

S5K5E2 2560 x 1920

5 Mp

1/5"
(5.08 mm) 		1.12 BSI RGB Rear:

Motorola Moto E (2015)

Front:
HTC One (M8)[71]

S5K5E3 2576 x 1932
5 Mp 		1/4"
(4.5 mm) 		1.12 BSI RGB Front:

Huawei Honor 3C
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016)[54]
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016)

S5K5E8 2592 x 1944

5 Mp

1/5"
(5.08 mm) 		1.12 BSI RGB/BW Front:

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4/4X
Xiaomi Mi Max 1/2
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

Secondary rear:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Y2 in India)

S5K6A3[72] 1412 x 1412 1/6"
(3 mm) 		1.75 BSI RGB Front:

Samsung Galaxy S3[73]

S5K6B2 1936 x 1036
2 Mp 		1/6"
(3 mm) 		1.34 BSI RGB Front:

Samsung Galaxy S4[73]
Samsung Galaxy Note 3[74]
Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2[68]

S5K6D1 2560 x 1440
3.7 Mp 		1/5"
(3.6 mm) 		1.12 BSI RGB Front:
Samsung Galaxy Note 4[75]

1: The Galaxy S7 family utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K2L1 or the Sony IMX260. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

2: The Galaxy S6 family and Note 5 utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K2P2 or the Sony IMX240. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

3: The Xiaomi Mi 4C and Oneplus X utilize either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K3M2 or the Sony IMX258. They are similar sensors, but the IMX258 is a newer unit.

4: The Galaxy S8 family utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K2L2 or the Sony IMX333. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

5: The Xiaomi Mi 6 has two sensors. One of the two sensors is S5K3M3, another is Sony IMX386.

6: The Meizu Pro 6 family utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K3M3 or the Sony IMX386, They are regarded as nearly identical sensors

7: The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K3M3 or the Sony IMX386. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors

8: The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ utilize either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K2L3 or the Sony IMX345. Both feature stacked LPDDR4 DRAM in the CMOS sensor.

9: The Galaxy S8 family utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K3H1 or the Sony IMX320. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

10: The Galaxy S10 family utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung S5K3J1 or the Sony IMX374. They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

11: The Galaxy Z Flip's ultra-wide camera utilizes the 16 Mp sensor, but images are cropped down to 12 Mp.

12: The Galaxy S21 and S21+ utilizes either one of two sensors: the Samsung 2LD (Exynos variant) or the Sony IMX555 (Snapdragon variant).[76] They are regarded as nearly identical sensors.

13: The backlight sensor is a special photographic sensor. It allows you to take high quality, clear photos in low light. The BSI sensor improves image sharpness during shooting.[77]

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ISOCELL is a pixel isolation technology developed by for complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor () image sensors, first introduced in September 2013 to enable higher resolution imaging in compact devices by minimizing optical between adjacent through physical barriers. This innovation builds on back-side illuminated (BSI) sensor designs by increasing the full well capacity by approximately 30% and widening the chief ray angle by 20%, thereby enhancing light sensitivity and color fidelity without sacrificing pixel size. These sensors are produced by and made available to other manufacturers for use in various devices. Over the years, ISOCELL has evolved through successive iterations to address challenges in mobile and automotive imaging. In June 2018, Samsung launched ISOCELL Plus, which replaced metallic barriers with a more reflective material to further reduce light loss and improve color accuracy, particularly in low-light conditions. This upgrade enabled the production of smaller 0.8μm pixels while maintaining high performance. In 2021, ISOCELL 2.0 was introduced, refining the technology by replacing the metallic barriers between color filters with a seamless reflective structure, thereby eliminating metal in the pixel isolation areas, boosting light sensitivity by up to 16% and supporting ultra-high-resolution sensors exceeding 100 megapixels. These advancements have been integral to Samsung's mobile image sensor lineup, powering flagship smartphone cameras with features like high dynamic range (HDR), AI-enhanced processing, and tetrapixel binning for versatile shooting modes. Beyond consumer electronics, ISOCELL technology extends to automotive applications, where sensors provide enhanced visibility for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and safer mobility solutions through improved low-light performance and reliability. Samsung's ongoing innovations, such as the 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP2 in 2023 and the 0.5μm-pixel ISOCELL HP5 in 2025, continue to push boundaries in resolution and efficiency, solidifying ISOCELL's role in redefining across industries.

History

Introduction and Early Development

ISOCELL is a pixel isolation technology for CMOS image sensors developed by Samsung Electronics, first announced on September 24, 2013, as an advancement over conventional backside-illuminated (BSI) sensors. The technology was created to tackle key challenges in mobile imaging as pixel sizes diminished to enable higher resolutions in compact devices, particularly below 1.4 micrometers, where traditional BSI sensors experienced increased electrical —leading to —and diminished light sensitivity due to reduced quantum efficiency. At its core, ISOCELL addresses these issues by incorporating physical barriers, consisting of deep trenches filled with metal or oxide, between adjacent photodiodes to isolate pixels and prevent light and charge leakage. This design enhances color fidelity and sharpness by reducing crosstalk by approximately 30% compared to standard BSI pixels, while also boosting full well capacity by 30% for improved dynamic range. Initial prototypes demonstrated up to 20% greater light sensitivity across various lighting conditions, marking a shift from shared pixel architectures toward fully isolated cells. The technology was introduced as patent-pending, reflecting Samsung's ongoing development efforts prior to the public reveal. The inaugural ISOCELL sensor, model S5K4H5YB, is an 8-megapixel imager featuring 1.12-micrometer in a 1/4-inch optical format, designed for mid-range smartphones and entering in the fourth quarter of 2013. Early commercial adoption began with its integration into select mid-range devices later that year, followed by broader implementation in flagship models such as the , released in 2014, which employed a 16-megapixel ISOCELL with similar pixel isolation for enhanced low-light performance. This rollout signified ISOCELL's role in transitioning mobile camera systems to higher efficiency without compromising on miniaturization.

Key Milestones and Generations

In 2017, officially branded its lineup as ISOCELL, categorizing it into specialized sub-brands to highlight performance attributes: ISOCELL Bright for high light sensitivity, ISOCELL Fast for rapid , ISOCELL Slim for compact designs, and ISOCELL Dual for multi-camera systems. This branding strategy marked a shift toward targeted innovations in mobile imaging, with the first notable release under ISOCELL Bright being the GW1 in 2019, featuring 64-megapixel resolution. Building on the original ISOCELL architecture, Samsung introduced ISOCELL Plus in , incorporating reflective metal layers between pixels to minimize light reflection losses and boost color fidelity by up to 15%. This advancement debuted in slim-profile sensors such as the 3T2, a 20-megapixel model optimized for space-constrained devices. The year 2020 saw the launch of the ISOCELL Vizion series, debuting with the Vizion 33D time-of-flight (ToF) in November and expanding the technology beyond mobile applications to include ToF and global shutter sensors for and uses. Concurrently, introduced Tetracell pixel binning in the GN1 , a 50-megapixel model with 1.2-micrometer that achieved four times greater light sensitivity in low-light conditions. Advancements accelerated in 2021 with the debut of ISOCELL 2.0, which further refined isolation by replacing metallic barriers with a seamless reflective structure, boosting light sensitivity by up to 15%. This generation premiered with the HP1, the world's first 200-megapixel mobile featuring a 1/1.22-inch optical format and 0.64-micrometer s. From 2022 to 2025, the ISOCELL HP series evolved rapidly to push resolution and performance boundaries. The HP3, announced in 2022, enhanced (HDR) capabilities with 14-bit processing for better detail in varied lighting. In 2023, the HP2 incorporated Tetra²pixel technology, enabling 16-times pixel binning for superior low-light performance while maintaining 200-megapixel resolution. In 2024, released the HP9, a 200-megapixel with a 1/1.4-inch size for improved light capture, alongside the GNJ, a 50-megapixel model in a 1/1.57-inch format optimized for versatile mobile setups. Culminating recent innovations, the HP5 arrived in 2025 as the first sub-micrometer high-resolution at 200 megapixels with 0.5-micrometer pixels, emphasizing ultra-fine detail and AI integration. ISOCELL sensors have achieved significant market adoption, with ongoing expansions into AI-optimized imaging for enhanced .

Technology

Core Design Principles

ISOCELL technology fundamentally relies on pixel isolation through deep trench isolation (DTI) structures to separate adjacent photodiodes in image sensors. These narrow trenches, filled with low-refractive-index materials such as silicon oxide, form physical barriers that minimize both electrical and optical between pixels. By preventing charge leakage and light spillover, DTI reduces color by approximately 30% compared to conventional backside-illuminated (BSI) sensors, enabling sharper images even in high-density pixel arrays. Each ISOCELL pixel functions as an independent "cell" optimized for absorption, with dedicated microlenses directing incoming directly onto the beneath. This design enhances quantum efficiency in the through better photon-to-electron conversion. Integrated with backside illumination, ISOCELL positions the wiring layer on the front side of the substrate, allowing a greater portion of incident to reach the photodiodes compared to front-side-illuminated (FSI) sensors while the added isolation mitigates the inherent in BSI architectures. The also increases full well capacity by approximately 30% over conventional BSI designs. The sensor incorporates a pattern color filter array overlaid with anti-reflective coatings on the microlenses to suppress and internal reflections, ensuring accurate color reproduction. This configuration supports size scalability down to 0.5 μm without a proportional loss in sensitivity, as the isolation and optical enhancements maintain capture in ultra-compact designs. In comparison to alternatives, ISOCELL overcomes the light blockage from front-side wiring in FSI sensors by leveraging BSI principles, while surpassing standard BSI through its physical barriers that provide superior isolation in densely packed pixels, reducing overall from around 19% to 12.5%.

Advancements and Variants

ISOCELL Plus represents an evolution in pixel isolation by incorporating highly reflective layers beneath the color filters, which recycle scattered light that would otherwise be lost, thereby enhancing overall light sensitivity by up to 15% and improving color fidelity. This advancement enables the creation of slimmer sensors, such as those with sizes as small as 0.8 micrometers, without compromising performance, supporting ultra-thin camera modules. Tetracell technology introduces binning by merging signals from adjacent 2x2 arrays of the same color, effectively creating larger virtual that quadruple sensitivity while reducing resolution to one-fourth, ideal for low-light conditions. Building on this, the Tetra²pixel variant applies multi-stage binning in high-resolution sensors, such as 200-megapixel models, where initial 4-to-1 binning yields 50-megapixel output with doubled effective size, and further binning achieves 12.5-megapixel images with 16 times the sensitivity, simulating larger up to 2.56 micrometers. ISOCELL refines the core deep trench isolation (DTI) barriers by integrating a highly reflective material at the base, minimizing reflection losses and for up to 15% greater absorption in sub-micrometer pixels. It incorporates Dual Pixel Pro, an all-pixel phase-detection system with multi-directional photodiodes that enable rapid focusing across the entire sensor area, even on fast-moving or low-contrast subjects. Additionally, it supports in-sensor zoom through intelligent cropping and remosaic techniques, enhancing versatility without additional hardware. The ISOCELL Vizion series extends the technology to specialized non-standard sensors, including time-of-flight (ToF) models like the Vizion 63D, a 0.3-megapixel indirect ToF operating at 940 nanometers for precise depth mapping up to 10 meters. Global shutter variants, such as the Vizion 931 at 0.93 megapixels, capture entire frames simultaneously to eliminate distortion, making them suitable for high-speed applications like where motion artifacts must be avoided. In 2025, Samsung introduced the Nanoprism technology in sensors like the ISOCELL JNP, applying meta-photonics to microlenses for approximately 25% improved light-gathering efficiency in miniaturized pixels. Advancements in AI and HDR processing leverage on-chip dual gain readout, where pixels switch between high and low conversion gains to capture wide exposure ranges in a single frame, enabling real-time HDR with dynamic ranges exceeding 100 dB. The dynamic range is quantified as DR=20log⁡10(max⁡ signalnoise floor)DR = 20 \log_{10} \left( \frac{\max \ signal}{noise \ floor} \right), allowing recent models to approach human vision capabilities by merging short, medium, and long exposures with minimal motion artifacts via AI-driven fusion. Other variants include full dual-pixel implementations for all-pixel autofocus coverage and optimized slim designs achieving module thicknesses under 5 millimeters through compact pixel architectures.

Applications

Mobile Devices

ISOCELL technology has become integral to mobile photography, frequently used as the in the main cameras of flagship Android smartphones, where holds approximately 29% share in the global mobile market as of 2025. This dominance enables advanced features such as 8K video recording at 30 frames per second and up to 100x digital zoom through high-resolution cropping, as demonstrated in devices like the Galaxy S21 Ultra equipped with the 108MP ISOCELL HM3 . In low-light conditions, ISOCELL's Tetracell pixel binning technology merges four adjacent pixels to enhance light sensitivity, allowing for brighter and less noisy night mode images, a capability showcased in the Galaxy S series, including the S21 Ultra's HM3 which supports seamless switching between ISO modes for improved clarity in dim environments. ISOCELL sensors also power multi-camera systems in smartphones, with variants like the 50MP JN1 used in ultra-wide lenses for compact modules that maintain high detail through pixel binning, and the 12MP 3J1 in telephoto setups with (OIS) to facilitate features such as portrait mode, where dual-pixel aids precise subject isolation. Samsung supplies ISOCELL sensors to major brands including devices, which have incorporated them since the series, and Samsung beginning to supply for Apple's lineup with the in 2026 for enhanced imaging, alongside various Chinese manufacturers like Vivo. This widespread adoption has supported significant expansion in mobile camera shipments, with the global mobile phone camera module market reaching over $58 billion by 2022, driven in part by innovations in and resolution. To address challenges in compact mobile designs with smaller pixels, ISOCELL employs HDR stacking techniques that combine multiple exposures to preserve , ensuring vibrant details in high-contrast scenes without excessive noise. For instance, high-resolution models like the 200MP ISOCELL HP series enable effective digital zoom in everyday by cropping into ultra-detailed frames.

Automotive and Industrial Uses

ISOCELL technology has been tailored for automotive use through Samsung's ISOCELL Auto series, which supports advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and 360° surround view monitoring. These sensors, such as the 8.3-megapixel ISOCELL Auto 1H1, meet AEC-Q100 Grade 2+ standards, enabling reliable operation across a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C in vehicular environments. The series incorporates features like (HDR) up to 120 dB to handle extreme lighting contrasts, such as headlights and taillights during night driving, ensuring clear visibility for safety-critical functions including driver monitoring. In industrial applications, Samsung's ISOCELL Vizion lineup addresses demands for durable, high-performance imaging in and . Global shutter sensors in this series, such as those designed for motion-intensive tasks, eliminate distortion and motion blur, facilitating precise object tracking in dynamic settings like assembly lines. Time-of-Flight (ToF) variants provide depth sensing up to 5 meters, supporting applications in (AR), (VR), and industrial depth mapping with minimal latency at frame rates up to 120 fps. Radiation-hardened adaptations enhance resilience in harsh conditions, including drone-based inspections exposed to environmental stressors. Notable adoptions include integration of ISOCELL Auto sensors in Tesla's system since 2021, stemming from a $436 million supply agreement that bolsters autonomous driving features. Hyundai vehicles employ these sensors for surround-view cameras, contributing to enhanced parking and navigation aids. In industrial contexts, ISOCELL configurations are utilized for factory inspection tasks, where their higher light sensitivity enables accelerated line scanning for . Looking ahead, ISOCELL advancements are poised to integrate with systems, with 8-megapixel automotive sensors like the ISOCELL Auto 1H1 supporting Level 4 autonomy by providing complementary high-resolution visual data for environmental perception. This convergence aims to improve and decision-making in fully driverless operations as of 2025.

Sensor Models

The following table provides an overview of key ISOCELL sensor models, including their main specifications, release dates, innovations, and major smartphones utilizing them. This structured list facilitates easy reference and comparison.
Model NameMain SpecificationsRelease DateNew Innovations or Targeted ApplicationsMajor Smartphones Using the Sensor
ISOCELL S5K2P216MP, 1.12μm pixels, 1/2.6-inch sensor2014First ISOCELL sensor with physical isolation for reduced crosstalk; improved color accuracy and low-light performanceSamsung Galaxy S5
ISOCELL GW164MP, 0.8μm pixels, 1/1.72-inch sensor2019Tetracell binning for 16MP low-light outputs; enhanced dynamic range for everyday photographyRealme XT, Samsung Galaxy M series
ISOCELL HMX108MP, 0.8μm pixels, 1/1.33-inch sensor2019Nonacell binning for low-light performance; 4K@60fps videoXiaomi Mi Note 10, Motorola One Zoom
ISOCELL HM1108MP, 0.8μm pixels, 1/1.33-inch sensor2020Improved Nonacell binning over HMX; better noise reduction for high-resolution imagingSamsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
ISOCELL GN150MP, 1.2μm pixels, 1/1.31-inch sensor2020Dual Pixel Pro autofocus; Tetrapixel binning for low-light; 8K@30fps videoSamsung Galaxy Note 20
ISOCELL GW364MP, 0.7μm pixels, 1/1.97-inch sensor2020Tetracell technology for ultra-wide lenses; distortion correction; compact size for secondary camerasSamsung Galaxy S21 (ultra-wide), various mid-range devices
ISOCELL GM548MP, 0.8μm pixels, 1/2.0-inch sensor2020Super Phase Detection autofocus; Smart WDR; Tetracell technologyBudget-to-mid-tier devices like Samsung Galaxy A52
ISOCELL HP1200MP, 0.64μm pixels, 1/1.22-inch sensor2021Tetra binning; 8K@30fps video; high detail for printsMotorola Edge 30 Pro, Xiaomi 12T Pro
ISOCELL JN150MP, 0.64μm pixels, 1/2.76-inch sensor2021Tetrapixel binning; inter-scene HDR; 4K@60fps videoVarious mid-range Samsung Galaxy A series
ISOCELL HP3200MP, 0.56μm pixels, 1/1.4-inch sensor2022Staggered exposure for HDR; Smart-ISO Pro; 4K@120fps videoVivo X90 Pro+, Honor 90 Pro
ISOCELL Vizion 33DVGA (0.3MP), ToF technology, 940nm IR2022Time-of-Flight depth mapping; 4-tap pixels for ambient light handling; AR and portrait modesMid-range devices with depth sensing, e.g., Samsung Galaxy A series
ISOCELL HP2200MP, 0.6μm pixels, 1/1.3-inch sensor2023Tetra²pixel technology; in-sensor 2x zoom; Super QPD autofocusSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
ISOCELL GN950MP, 1.0μm pixels, 1/1.57-inch sensor2023Dual Tetrapixel; Staggered HDR; low-light sensitivitySamsung Galaxy S24 series
ISOCELL JN350MP, 0.7μm pixels, 1/2.76-inch sensor2023Advanced lens correction for ultra-wide; pixel binning for low-lightSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (ultra-wide)
ISOCELL HP9200MP, 0.56μm pixels, 1/1.4-inch sensor2024Tetra²pixel binning for telephoto; EIS support; 8K@30fpsVivo X100 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 Ultra
ISOCELL JN550MP, 0.64μm pixels, 1/2.76-inch sensor2024Super QPD autofocus; Staggered HDR; compact modulesVivo V40, Nothing Phone (3a)
ISOCELL GNJ50MP, 1.0μm pixels, 1/1.56-inch sensor2024Dual Pixel Pro PD; 2x in-sensor zoom; versatile main cameraVivo S19, Samsung Galaxy mid-range models
ISOCELL HP5200MP, 0.5μm pixels, 1/1.56-inch sensor2025AI-enhanced noise reduction; DTI Center Cut; 4K@120fps slow-motion(Upcoming premium devices, e.g., Galaxy S26 series)

High-Resolution Models

Samsung's high-resolution ISOCELL sensors, exceeding 100 megapixels, represent the pinnacle of mobile imaging technology, enabling unprecedented detail capture for premium smartphones. These models leverage advanced pixel binning and processing to balance ultra-high resolution with practical usability in low-light conditions and video recording. Key examples include the ISOCELL , HP1, HP2, HP3, HP5, and HP9, each introducing innovations in pixel size, , and computational enhancements tailored for flagship devices. The ISOCELL , announced in , was Samsung's first 108MP sensor, featuring a 1/1.33-inch optical format and 0.8μm for superior light sensitivity. It employs Nonacell binning, combining nine into one to produce 12MP images with an effective 2.4μm size, significantly improving low-light performance. This sensor supports 4K video at 60fps and was notably integrated into devices like the Mi Note 10, marking an early milestone in high-resolution mobile photography. Building on this foundation, the ISOCELL HP1, released in , introduced the industry's first 200MP mobile sensor with a 1/1.22-inch size and 0.64μm pixels. Tetra binning groups four pixels to yield 50MP outputs or further combines to 12.5MP with 2.56μm effective pixels, enhancing low-light while maintaining sharpness. Capable of 8K video at 30fps, the HP1 debuted in smartphones like the Motorola Edge 30 Pro, prioritizing detail for professional-grade prints and crops. The ISOCELL HP2, announced in 2023, refines 200MP imaging in a compact 1/1.3-inch format with 0.6μm pixels, utilizing Tetra²pixel technology for 16-to-1 binning that delivers 12.5MP low-light shots. It enables in-sensor crop zoom up to 2x without resolution loss, thanks to advanced remosaicing algorithms, and supports 8K@30fps video with Super QPD for faster low-light focusing. Deployed in flagships such as the Galaxy S23 Ultra, the HP2 emphasizes versatile high-detail capture across lighting scenarios. Advancing HDR capabilities, the ISOCELL HP3, announced in 2022, features a 200MP resolution in a 1/1.4-inch with 0.56μm pixels, incorporating staggered exposure to merge short, medium, and long exposures for superior color accuracy and in mixed lighting. This dual-mode HDR (alongside Smart-ISO Pro, Samsung's proprietary implementation of Dual Conversion Gain (DCG) technology, which generates readouts in both high and low ISO modes to combine outcomes for enhanced HDR images with reduced noise and improved dynamic range) reduces motion artifacts and supports 8K@30fps or 4K@120fps video, making it ideal for challenging environments. The HP3's innovations enhance tonal fidelity in high-contrast scenes, as seen in devices like the Vivo X90 Pro+. Samsung's ISOCELL HP5, announced in 2025, pushes miniaturization to 0.5μm—the smallest for high-resolution sensors—within a 200MP array on a 1/1.56-inch optical format, achieving a 150% increase in conversion gain and up to 40% random via AI-enhanced processing and DTI Center Cut technology. This results in cleaner low-light images and supports 4K@120fps slow-motion video, broadening creative video applications. The HP5's compact design suits slim premium phones while preserving detail for zoomed or cropped outputs. Finally, the 2024 ISOCELL HP9 targets telephoto applications with its 200MP, 1/1.4-inch format and 0.56μm pixels, featuring Tetra²pixel binning for enhanced low-light performance at an effective 2.24μm binned size. It integrates support for electronic (EIS) in high-frame-rate modes, including 4K@120fps and 8K@30fps, enabling steady zoomed footage. As the first 200MP telephoto , the HP9 excels in distant subject capture with minimal quality degradation.

Mid-Range and Specialized Models

Mid-range ISOCELL sensors typically feature resolutions between 12MP and 64MP, balancing performance and cost for smartphones in the $300–$600 price segment. These models prioritize efficient technologies like Tetrapixel binning for improved low-light sensitivity without the complexity of ultra-high-resolution arrays. For instance, the ISOCELL JN1, with a 50MP resolution, 0.64μm size, and 1/2.76-inch optical format, enables compact integration in mid-range devices while supporting 4K video at 60fps and inter-scene HDR for seamless exposure transitions. Another representative is the ISOCELL GM5, a 48MP model with 0.8μm pixels and Super Phase Detection (PD) , designed for quick subject capture in everyday scenarios. It employs Tetracell technology to merge four pixels into one effective 12MP output in low light, enhancing via Smart WDR. This is commonly deployed in budget-to-mid-tier handsets for its power efficiency and reliable video recording. The ISOCELL Slim 3T2 stands out for ultra-slim designs in phones, offering 20MP resolution with 0.8μm pixels in a compact module suitable for full-screen displays. Its triple-stacked architecture reduces module thickness to under 5mm, facilitating thinner devices without sacrificing front- or rear-camera performance. Specialized ISOCELL models extend beyond standard main cameras, targeting applications like telephoto, ultra-wide, and depth sensing. Recent additions include the 2024 ISOCELL GNJ, a 50MP with 0.7μm pixels in a 1/1.57-inch format, supporting 2x in-sensor zoom and Super QPD for versatile main camera use in premium devices, and the ISOCELL JN5, a 50MP model with 0.7μm pixels in a 1/2.76-inch format optimized for compact modules with always-on targeting and rapid focusing. For ultra-wide lenses, the ISOCELL JN3 provides 50MP resolution with 0.7μm pixels, capturing expansive 120-degree fields of view with minimized distortion through advanced lens correction. This model enhances low-light performance via pixel binning to 12.5MP and supports rapid autofocus for dynamic scenes, as seen in devices like the Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025). Depth-specialized sensors like the ISOCELL Vizion 33D employ Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology with VGA resolution (640x480) and 940nm infrared illumination, achieving depth mapping up to 5 meters at sub-millimeter accuracy for AR effects and portrait mode bokeh. Its 4-tap pixel design processes ambient light interference in real-time, supporting integration in mid-range devices for enhanced computational photography.

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