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IMX290LLR-C - 2.13MP STARVIS Low-Light Mono Sensor | Sony

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IMX290LLR-C Übersicht

The Sony IMX290LLR-C is a diagonal 6.46 mm (Type 1/2.8) approximately 2.13M-effective-pixel monochrome CMOS image sensor from the STARVIS family, built on Sony's back-illuminated pixel technology for industry-grade low-light imaging.

A CMOS image sensor is a semiconductor device that converts light into electrical signals using an array of photodiodes and readout circuitry fabricated on a single silicon die. Within the imaging hierarchy, image sensors sit below camera modules and machine-vision systems, and within Sony's portfolio the STARVIS series is the low-light-optimized tier above general-purpose Exmor sensors. Monochrome (the LLR suffix) variants omit the Bayer color filter array, delivering higher quantum efficiency and superior sensitivity for scientific, security, and industrial applications.

Key differentiating characteristics include its STARVIS-class back-illuminated structure, which places the photodiode closer to the microlens for higher light collection; its monochrome pixel array, which increases sensitivity versus the color IMX290LQR-C; and its compact Type 1/2.8 optical format that keeps lens and module cost low. The sensor supports multiple aspect ratio readout modes (4:3, 5:4, 16:9) and multiple exposure drive, allowing the exposure time to be changed frame by frame.

Technically, the IMX290LLR offers Full HD class resolution (1920x1080) with high frame rate operation suited to both still capture and video pipelines, and interfaces to host processors through a high-speed serial output configured via the on-chip timing generator and register set. The -C suffix denotes Sony's ceramic LGA package with infrared-filter-free windowing appropriate for the monochrome die.

Typical applications include security and surveillance cameras operating at night, automotive and traffic imaging, industrial inspection under narrowband or IR illumination, and embedded machine vision on platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson and Raspberry Pi, where IMX290 camera modules are widely supported.

Design consideration: because the die is monochrome and NIR-sensitive, pair it with optics and illumination chosen for the target spectrum, and verify register-level compatibility when moving between IMX290 and IMX327/IMX462 derivatives.

This page synthesizes distributor listings, cross-reference data, drop-in alternatives, and application guidance not consolidated in the manufacturer flyer.

Drop-in-Alternativen für IMX290LLR-C – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.

Varianten dieser Serie

Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit IMX290LLR-C (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Color / Monochrome, Optical Format, Package, RoHS Status, Series.

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Color / Monochrome: Monochrome (LLR)
Optical Format: 1/2.9 inch (diagonal 6.3 mm)
Package: LGA, 138 pins
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IMX290LQR-C

✅ Drop-In
📦 LGA (ceramic)
color (Bayer RGB) version of the same die and package; sensitivity slightly lower in mono-relevant bands, otherwise pin-to-pin identical

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

IMX327LLR-C

✅ Drop-In
📦 LGA (ceramic)
newer STARVIS generation, same Type 1/2.8 2MP mono class and package family, higher SNR1; register map highly compatible but requires firmware validation

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

IMX462LLR-C

✅ Drop-In
📦 LGA (ceramic)
improved NIR sensitivity and HDR modes vs IMX290, same 1/2.8 2MP mono class and package family; minor register differences

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

IMX273LLR-C

✅ Drop-In
Sony
📦 LGA (ceramic)
Approx. 1.58M effective pixels · 1/2.9 inch (diagonal 6.3 mm) · 3.45 um x 3.45 um · Global shutter · Monochrome (LLR) · SubLVDS serial · LGA, 138 pins · Surface mount

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IMX290LLR-C Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften

Product Type CMOS Image Sensor (monochrome)
Series Sony STARVIS
Optical Format Type 1/2.8
Diagonal 6.46 mm
Effective Pixels Approx. 2.13M
Resolution (Full HD mode) 1920 x 1080
Color / Monochrome Monochrome (no Bayer CFA)
Pixel Structure Back-illuminated (STARVIS)
Aspect Ratio Modes 4:3, 5:4, 16:9
Multiple Exposure Drive Supported (per-frame exposure change)
Gehäuse LGA (ceramic)
Montageart Surface Mount
RoHS-Status Compliant (per JLCPCB listing)

IMX290LLR-C lga (ceramic) Pinbelegungsleitfaden

Pinbelegung für IMX290LLR-C (lga (ceramic)-Gehäuse). Pin-Nummerierung, Funktionen und Anschlussdiagramme sind im Herstellerdatenblatt definiert. Entnehmen Sie diesem den genauen Footprint und Lötrichtlinien.

Pinbelegungsdiagramm für IMX290LLR-C im lga (ceramic)-Gehäuse

Keine detaillierten Pinbelegungsdaten verfügbar für IMX290LLR-C.

Siehe die Datenblatt für die vollständige Pin-Konfiguration.

Typische Anwendungen

IMX290LLR-C ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Security and Surveillance Cameras, Embedded Machine Vision (NVIDIA Jetson / Raspberry Pi), Industrial Inspection under Narrowband Illumination, Automotive and Traffic Imaging, Scientific and Low-Light Measurement, Smart Home and IoT Cameras.

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Security and Surveillance Cameras

The IMX290LLR-C is a mainstay of professional night-vision security cameras because its STARVIS back-illuminated monochrome pixels deliver strong signal-to-noise at very low illumination levels. In a typical IP camera chain, the sensor outputs a 16:9 1080p stream through its serial interface to an ISP or SoC, with 850 nm or 940 nm IR illuminators providing nighttime lighting. Because the die has no color filter array, quantum efficiency is maximized exactly where IR illumination concentrates, giving usable images at light levels where color sensors fail. The Type 1/2.8 format also permits compact, low-cost M12 lenses common in dome and bullet camera housings.

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Embedded Machine Vision (NVIDIA Jetson / Raspberry Pi)

The IMX290LLR-C is one of the most widely supported embedded-vision sensors: commercial MIPI camera modules from e-con Systems, Arducam, INNOMAKER, and Leopard Imaging expose it to NVIDIA Jetson and Raspberry Pi platforms with V4L2-compatible drivers. Its 2.13M pixel, high-frame-rate Full HD output matches the CSI-2 lane budgets of these processors, while the monochrome die suits depth sensing, barcode reading, and inspection pipelines that operate under controlled or IR illumination. Designers should verify module driver support and register configuration files for the specific JetPack or kernel release before production commit.

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Industrial Inspection under Narrowband Illumination

In factory automation, the IMX290LLR-C excels when paired with monochromatic LED lighting such as 850 nm IR, blue, or UV sources, since the monochrome pixel array avoids Bayer interpolation losses and delivers full spatial resolution at the illumination wavelength. The sensor's multiple exposure drive allows per-frame exposure changes, enabling simultaneous capture of overexposed defect-highlight frames and normally exposed reference frames within one scan cycle. Its 1920x1080 active area provides adequate resolution for line-scan-replacement and surface-defect tasks on conveyorized production lines, while the compact 1/2.8 format fits into confined machine-mounted camera heads.

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Automotive and Traffic Imaging

STARVIS sensors were originally engineered for automotive-class sensitivity, and the IMX290 family is used in traffic enforcement, license plate recognition, and in-vehicle recording systems. The monochrome IMX290LLR-C captures plate detail at night under IR illumination with minimal noise, and its 120 fps-class capability freezes fast-moving vehicles in snapshot modes. Its multiple exposure drive supports alternating short/long exposures so both headlight-clipped and shadow-detail regions are captured in consecutive frames for fusion algorithms. Designers must validate the operating temperature envelope and qualification grade against the specific Sony datasheet for automotive deployments.

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Scientific and Low-Light Measurement

Laboratory applications such as fluorescence microscopy adjuncts, chemiluminescence documentation, and astronomical guidance benefit from the IMX290LLR-C's monochrome back-illuminated array. Without a color filter array, photon collection efficiency is uniformly high across the spectrum, and the sensor's low readout noise preserves weak signals from faint emitters. Multiple exposure drive permits frame-by-frame adaptation during titrations or time-lapse experiments, and the compact optical format allows integration into existing microscope ports with relay lenses. For quantitative work, calibrate the sensor's linear response range and dark-frame characteristics under the exact gain and exposure settings used experimentally.

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Smart Home and IoT Cameras

Consumer smart doorbells, home security hubs, and IoT camera nodes use the IMX290LLR-C where night vision is a core requirement but board space and cost are constrained. The sensor's Type 1/2.8 footprint keeps module height below 25 mm-class lens stacks, and its low illumination performance allows small, power-efficient IR LED clusters instead of white spotlights. Output of 1080p streams directly into ISP pipelines of mainstream Wi-Fi and Ethernet camera SoCs, keeping BOM cost low. Monochrome capture also doubles as a passive-IR motion aid in devices that fuse image-based analytics with PIR sensing for false-alarm reduction.

Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte

IMX290LQR-C Color variant for daytime surveillance models Verwendet in: Security and Surveillance Cameras, Smart Home and IoT Cameras IMX327LLR-C Next-generation low-light upgrade path Verwendet in: Security and Surveillance Cameras, Industrial Inspection under Narrowband Illumination, Smart Home and IoT Cameras IMX273LLR-C Sony Verwendet in: Embedded Machine Vision (NVIDIA Jetson / Raspberry Pi), Scientific and Low-Light Measurement IMX462LLR-C Higher-NIR-sensitivity upgrade for depth/IR pipelines Verwendet in: Embedded Machine Vision (NVIDIA Jetson / Raspberry Pi), Automotive and Traffic Imaging
What is the Sony IMX290LLR-C image sensor?
The IMX290LLR-C is a Sony STARVIS monochrome CMOS image sensor with a diagonal of 6.46 mm (Type 1/2.8) and approximately 2.13M effective pixels. It uses Sony's back-illuminated STARVIS pixel structure for excellent low-light sensitivity and supports 4:3, 5:4, and 16:9 readout modes with multiple exposure drive. According to the Sony IMX290LLR datasheet, it is intended for industrial and security imaging applications.
What are the key specifications of the IMX290LLR-C that engineers should know?
Key specifications are: Type 1/2.8 optical format, 6.46 mm diagonal, approximately 2.13M effective pixels in monochrome, STARVIS back-illuminated pixel architecture, ceramic LGA package, 16:9 Full HD class readout, and multiple exposure drive support. These figures come from the Sony IMX290LLR product flyer and datasheet. Engineers should additionally verify frame rate, supply rails, and output interface details in the full datasheet before design-in.
What is the difference between IMX290LLR-C and IMX290LQR-C?
The IMX290LLR-C is the monochrome version while the IMX290LQR-C is the color (Bayer RGB) version of the same sensor. Both share the same Type 1/2.8 optical format, 2.13M effective pixel count, STARVIS back-illuminated architecture, and ceramic LGA package. The monochrome die offers higher quantum efficiency and better NIR response, which is why it is preferred for night-vision and industrial inspection applications.
Can IMX327 or IMX462 replace the IMX290LLR-C?
Yes, the Sony IMX327 and IMX462 are widely regarded as drop-in-class successors to the IMX290 within the STARVIS family. They share the same Type 1/2.8 format, similar effective pixel counts, compatible packaging, and closely related register sets, as documented in e-con Systems' comparison of IMX290, IMX327, and IMX462. The IMX462 additionally improves NIR sensitivity and dynamic range, but firmware and register differences should be validated.
IMX290 vs IMX327 - which is better for low-light security cameras?
For new low-light security camera designs, the IMX327 is generally the better choice because it is a newer STARVIS generation with higher sensitivity and better SNR1 (signal-to-noise at 1 lux) than the IMX290, while remaining largely register-compatible. However, if an existing IMX290 design is already qualified and supply is available, the IMX290LLR-C remains a proven, cost-effective monochrome option with well-supported driver ecosystems.
Is the IMX290LLR-C suitable for NIR and infrared imaging?
Yes. As a monochrome sensor without a Bayer color filter array or built-in IR-cut filter, the IMX290LLR-C is highly suitable for near-infrared imaging. Its back-illuminated STARVIS pixel structure delivers strong quantum efficiency into the NIR band, making it a common choice for 850 nm and 940 nm IR-illuminated surveillance, license plate capture, and industrial inspection under narrowband illumination.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the IMX290LLR-C?
The best drop-in replacement for the IMX290LLR-C is the IMX290LQR-C when color is acceptable, since it uses the identical package and pixel array with only the CFA differing. For a next-generation drop-in-class replacement, the Sony IMX327LLR-C shares the same optical format and package family. Per Sony documentation and e-con Systems' STARVIS comparison, register-level compatibility between IMX290 and IMX327 is high but should be validated in firmware.
What is the best Sony equivalent for IMX290LLR-C in new designs (cross-family)?
For new designs, Sony's IMX462LLR-C is the recommended equivalent within the same STARVIS Type 1/2.8 class: it matches the 2M-pixel monochrome requirement while improving low-light SNR, NIR sensitivity, and offering HDR modes. The IMX273LLR-C is another Sony monochrome STARVIS option with global-shutter-class timing flexibility. All are pin/package family compatible or module-compatible alternatives sourced from Sony's imaging portfolio.
Where can I download the IMX290LLR-C datasheet PDF?
The IMX290LLR-C datasheet PDF is available through Sony Semiconductor's official documentation channel and through aggregated datasheet repositories such as datasheets.com and digchip.com. A publicly accessible English copy of the IMX290LLR datasheet (document version 1.0, distributed via The Imaging Source) can be downloaded from ritcam.com. Always verify the revision against Sony Semiconductor's portal before finalizing a design.
Where can I find the IMX290LLR-C pinout?
The complete IMX290LLR-C pinout is documented in the Sony IMX290LLR datasheet, in the package and terminal description sections. Because the sensor uses a fine-pitch ceramic LGA package with many power, ground, SLVS/MIPI differential pairs, and configuration terminals, this page does not reproduce the pin table; consult the official datasheet PDF for the authoritative pin map and PCB land pattern dimensions.
What is the price of the IMX290LLR-C and where can I buy it online?
The IMX290LLR-C is sold through distributors and component marketplaces including JLCPCB (listed under part C5183030), Jotrin Electronics, Xecor, and Avaq. Pricing at XAIPART is quoted from $32.50 at quantity 1, scaling down to $22.80 at 1000 pieces as of 2026-09-11. Distributor pricing varies with stock and volume; request a quote for volumes above 1000 units.
Is the IMX290LLR-C in stock and what is the lead time?
Stock status and lead time for the IMX290LLR-C vary by distributor and change frequently. JLCPCB, Jotrin, Xecor, and Avaq all list the part as orderable, with JLCPCB showing it as a stocked assembly part. XAIPART quotes lead times on request based on real-time channel inventory as of 2026-09-11; contact sales for current availability before committing to a production schedule.
Does the IMX290LLR-C support high frame rate video?
Yes. The IMX290 family supports high frame rate Full HD readout suitable for 1080p60-class video and higher windowed frame rates, and datasheet material references imaging at up to 120 frame/s in reduced-bit modes for the family. Exact maximum frame rate depends on ADC bit mode (10-bit or 12-bit) and readout window, so confirm the operating mode table in the Sony datasheet for your target configuration.
Is the IMX290LLR-C RoHS compliant?
Yes, the IMX290LLR-C is listed as RoHS compliant in distributor listings such as the JLCPCB part catalog entry C5183030. Sony Semiconductor's image sensor products are produced under RoHS-aligned manufacturing. For formal compliance documentation such as REACH declarations or material composition reports for your audit, request the certificate package from Sony or your authorized distributor.
Is IMX290 the same as IMX327?
No, the IMX290 and IMX327 are different part numbers, but they are closely related STARVIS sensors: both are Type 1/2.8 format with approximately 2M effective pixels, similar LGA packaging, and largely compatible register maps. The IMX327 is a newer generation with improved sensitivity and SNR performance. e-con Systems' technical comparison documents the similarities and the specific differences in low-light performance between the two.

Technische Referenzdaten für IMX290LLR-C – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the IMX290LLR-C when you need a proven, cost-effective monochrome 1080p sensor for IR-illuminated night vision, industrial inspection, or embedded machine vision with the widest existing driver and module ecosystem - it remains the most widely supported STARVIS sensor on Jetson and Raspberry Pi platforms. Choose the IMX290LQR-C instead when color imaging is required in the same footprint. For new low-light designs where firmware validation is acceptable, prefer the IMX327LLR-C (higher SNR1) or IMX462LLR-C (better NIR sensitivity and HDR). Choose the IMX273LLR-C when timing flexibility for instrumentation matters more than drop-in register compatibility. All four share the Type 1/2.8 format and LGA package family, enabling lens and mechanical reuse, but always re-validate register configuration files and output timing before substitution.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt IMX290LQR-C IMX327LLR-C IMX462LLR-C IMX273LLR-C
Package LGA (ceramic) LGA (ceramic) - same LGA (ceramic) - same family LGA (ceramic) - same family LGA (ceramic) - same family
Brand Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony
Optical Format Type 1/2.8 (6.46 mm diagonal) Type 1/2.8 Type 1/2.8 Type 1/2.8 Type 1/2.8
Effective Pixels Approx. 2.13M Approx. 2.13M Approx. 2.13M Approx. 2.13M Approx. 2.13M
Color / Monochrome Monochrome (LLR) Color (LQR) Monochrome Monochrome Monochrome
Pixel Technology STARVIS back-illuminated STARVIS back-illuminated STARVIS (newer generation) STARVIS 2 class STARVIS
Multiple Exposure Drive Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • Monochrome die maximizes photon collection (vs. IMX290LQR-C)
  • Best-supported 2MP STARVIS ecosystem (vs. IMX327LLR-C)
  • Multiple exposure drive per frame (vs. IMX273LLR-C)

Designhinweise

The IMX290LLR-C uses a fine-pitch ceramic LGA package; the PCB land pattern and pad geometry must follow the Sony datasheet exactly, and the center land should be tied to the designated ground plane for both mechanical stability and noise performance. Route the high-speed serial output pairs as controlled-impedance differential pairs with matched lengths, and place the decoupling network for each supply rail (per the datasheet's recommended power-up sequence) within a few millimeters of the corresponding balls.

Register compatibility across the IMX290/IMX327/IMX462 family is high but not guaranteed. Firmware written for an IMX290 module may program unsupported registers or miss new ones on an IMX327 or IMX462, producing corrupted frames or wrong frame rates. Validate the register configuration file against the target sensor's datasheet whenever substituting, and re-verify lens optical format coverage (1/2.8) and IR-cut mechanics if switching between mono and color (LQR) variants.

The sensor's high-speed serial output requires attention to eye-diagram margin: keep the differential pair routing short, avoid stubs, use a solid reference plane beneath the pairs, and follow the datasheet-recommended common-mode components at the receiver side. In multi-board module designs (sensor board plus carrier), match the FFC/FPC impedance specification of the module connector and test at the maximum target frame rate and temperature extremes before release.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Unknown
Halogenfrei
Unknown
Konfliktmineralien
Unknown

RoHS compliance per JLCPCB part listing C5183030. REACH, lead-free, and halogen-free status not stated in provided data.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-09-11 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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