If Sony adheres to its typical release Sony Xperia 2024 schedule, we can anticipate the introduction of the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI, with the possibility of the Xperia ACE VI during the first half of the year. The Xperia 5 VI, or potentially the Xperia Pro II, is expected to follow suit in the second half of 2024.
Recent revelations about the cameras in all 2024 Sony Xperia models have generated excitement. These devices are tipped to feature a dual-layer transistor pixel-stacked sensor.
Reports from Weibo suggest that each model in Sony’s 2024 Xperia lineup will come equipped with a main camera sensor featuring a two-layer transistor structure. This groundbreaking development separates the photodiode and pixel transistor layers onto distinct substrates, stacking them to enhance imaging capabilities. It is important to note that it applies to “all models” of the Sony Xperia 2024 lineup.
This innovation results in a saturation signal amount approximately twice that of previous models, leading to improved dynamic range and reduced noise. The adoption of this structure allows for significant enhancements in imaging characteristics, even with smaller pixel sizes.
The Sony official website notes that the two-layer transistor sensor made its debut in the Xperia 1 V in the previous year. Since then, it has been integrated into its sibling model, the Xperia 5 IV, the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, and various high-end Android smartphones.
The two-layer transistor pixel is the world’s first successfully developed pixel structure in which the photodiode and pixel transistor layers, which were conventionally formed on the same substrate, are formed on separate substrates and stacked . This achieves a saturation signal amount*3 that is approximately twice that of previous models, expanding the dynamic range and reducing noise. By adopting this structure, it is possible to significantly improve imaging characteristics even when the pixel size is small.
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If the provided information is accurate, the Sony Xperia 2024 lineup will not only include the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 5 VI but also the mid-range Xperia 10 VI, featuring this advanced two-layer transistor sensor. It’s essential to highlight that the term “all models” likely refers to those released globally.
Moreover, it appears that not all sensors with the two-layer transistor structure will carry the “Exmor-T” brand name. The definition of Exmor-T is not explicitly provided, leaving uncertainty about whether all double-transistor pixel stacked sensors will be branded as Exmor-T. For the most recent and accurate information on the Sony Xperia 2024 lineup and sensor branding details, it is recommended to consult official Sony announcements or reliable sources providing detailed specifications for these devices.