HDR Monochrome Global Shutter Camera for Variable-Lighting Motion Tracking

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0.16MP HDR monochrome MIPI camera module with OmniVision OG0TC1B sensor, Full HDR, Global Shutter, NIR enhancement, Fixed Focus, 8/10bit RAW output, D114° × H88° × V88° FOV and 24Pin Gold Finger interface.

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Introduction

Some compact tracking devices do not need millions of pixels. They need a small imaging system that can capture movement consistently while keeping processing and integration requirements under control.

This camera module combines an ultra-small 400×400 monochrome sensor, global shutter and NIR enhancement, making it suitable for devices where motion capture, compact size and low-power imaging are more important than high-resolution color images.

The D114° wide-angle Fixed Focus lens provides broad scene coverage, while the 15mm-to-infinity depth of field reduces the need for active focus adjustment in devices with changing target positions.

Applications in Real Devices

Wearable Tracking Under Changing Light

Wearable tracking systems may move between different viewing directions or illumination levels during normal operation.

HDR can provide additional flexibility when the scene contains stronger brightness differences than a standard global-shutter configuration can comfortably handle.

NIR Motion Tracking

Tracking systems using NIR illumination may still encounter uneven illumination, reflective surfaces or different target distances.

Combining NIR enhancement with HDR provides another option when both motion and brightness variation need to be considered.

Compact Gesture and Position Sensing

Gesture and position sensing devices may require a wide viewing area while operating in a small mechanical space.

The D114° Fixed Focus optical design supports broad coverage without adding autofocus hardware.

Mobile Robotics and Sensing Devices

Compact robotic platforms may experience both movement and changing lighting as the viewing direction changes.

The combination of global shutter and HDR provides a more suitable direction when both conditions are part of normal operation.

Project Evaluation Guide

Consider This Model When

The target or camera moves during capture.
Scene brightness varies significantly.
Monochrome imaging is acceptable.
NIR-assisted sensing is required.
Wide scene coverage is needed.
Compact camera size and low-power imaging are priorities.
The host supports RAW8/RAW10 MIPI input.

Confirm Before Sampling

Target movement speed.
Brightest and darkest expected scene conditions.
NIR illumination arrangement.
Required tracking area.
Working-distance range.
Whether HDR is actually needed.
Host RAW and MIPI capability.
24Pin gold-finger interface definition.

Choosing This Model Within the Global Shutter Camera Module Series

This model represents the HDR monochrome global shutter direction for compact tracking applications.

Choose this version when the project needs the same compact global-shutter architecture but must also handle stronger brightness variation.

If lighting is controlled and HDR is unnecessary, the standard OG0TB1B version provides the simpler direction.

Related Models

Monochrome Global Shutter MIPI – SF-SAC0115OV-MONO-FPC V1.0
Consider this model when global shutter and NIR imaging are required but the scene does not need additional HDR capability.

Key Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Name	HDR Monochrome Global Shutter Camera
Model	SF-SAC0115OV-HDR-MONO-FPC V1.0
Sensor	OmniVision OG0TC1B CMOS
Sensor Type	Monochrome
Resolution	0.16MP / 400 × 400
Frame Rate	400 × 400 @ 30fps
Sensor Size	1/15 inch
Pixel Size	2.2μm × 2.2μm
HDR	Full HDR
Shutter Type	Global Shutter
NIR Enhancement	Supported
Output Format	8-bit / 10-bit RAW
Focus Type	Fixed Focus
Field of View	D114° × H88° × V88°
EFL	0.47mm
Depth of Field	15mm–Infinity
Aperture	F2.4 ±5%
TV Distortion	< -15%
Interface	MIPI
Connector	24Pin Gold Finger

SincereFirst Customization

Optical Configuration

Viewing range and lens parameters can be evaluated according to tracking area, target distance and installation position.

Focus and Mechanical Design

The Fixed Focus setup and camera structure can be evaluated according to available space and actual working distance.

FPC and Connector Integration

FPC routing and gold-finger interface design can be evaluated against the host PCB and enclosure.

HDR and Host Integration

RAW output, MIPI configuration and host-side image processing can be reviewed according to the processor and final tracking workflow.

Final configuration should be validated with the actual host platform, enclosure, optics, software, and lighting environment before sampling.

FAQ

When should I choose the HDR version instead of the standard monochrome version?

Choose the HDR version when the application contains stronger brightness variation that affects target visibility.

If illumination is well controlled, the standard version may already meet the imaging requirement.

Does HDR replace the need for global shutter?

No.

Global shutter addresses motion-related image geometry, while HDR addresses brightness variation. They solve different imaging problems.

Does HDR automatically improve tracking accuracy?

Not automatically.

HDR can provide more usable image information in difficult lighting, but final tracking performance still depends on optics, illumination, frame rate and the algorithm.

Is NIR enhancement still useful when HDR is enabled?

Yes, but the functions serve different purposes.

NIR enhancement relates to near-infrared imaging sensitivity, while HDR helps manage brightness differences within the scene.

Is 400×400 sufficient for gesture or position tracking?

It depends on target size and algorithm requirements.

The important question is whether the target occupies enough pixels for the required detection or tracking task.

What should be validated before choosing between these two models?

The main comparison should include lighting variation, target speed, NIR conditions and tracking requirements.

If lighting variation is the main additional challenge, the HDR version becomes the more relevant direction.

Evaluate This Module for Your Device

Share your host processor, DPHY MIPI requirements, 24Pin connector conditions, ISP capability, working distance, required FOV and mechanical limitations. SincereFirst can evaluate whether the OV64B40 24Pin Autofocus configuration matches the device before sampling.