CMOS Global Shutter Cameras
Modern CMOS sensors are available with global shutter, which is a shutter technology that is ideal for capturing moving objects. If a camera needs to capture moving objects and fast motion sequences, the type of shutter as well as the sensor technology are key factors for image quality.
Global Shutter vs. Rolling Shutter
When choosing a camera for an image processing system, not only are the resolution and speed decisive, but the exposure method—and thus the type of shutter—are also critical. Our white paper explains how global and rolling shutter work.
How does a global shutter sensor work?
A global shutter exposes all lines of an image at the same time, 'freezing' the moving object in place. This prevents motion distortions, making global shutter technology the ideal choice for applications with moving objects and rapid movement sequences, such as automatic license plate detection in traffic monitoring.
The benefits of modern CMOS global shutter sensors:
High frame rates
High resolution
Crystal-clear images, even for very short exposures
Outstanding noise characteristics, even in poor lighting conditions
Broad dynamic range
High quantum efficiency of up to 70%
Global shutter - functionality and features
You can find details on global shutter technology in our free White Paper.
Questions that we answer in detail in the White Paper
How does a shutter work?
How does a global shutter carry out exposure and how is it different from a rolling shutter?
How does the resolution affect the image quality?
