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Kodak unveils breakthrough in photography
Kodak unveils breakthrough in photography
Listen to this articleEastman Kodak Co. has set a new mark in imaging technology.
Kodak said Tuesday it has achieved another breakthrough in imaging technology with the introduction of the first 50 million pixel CCD—charge-coupled device—image sensor for professional photography.
The sensor captures digital images with unprecedented resolution and detail, the company (NYSE:EK) said. It cited the example of a 50 megapixel camera taking an aerial photo of a field 1.5 miles across. It would be possible to detect an object the size of a small notebook computer.
The KODAK KAF-50100 Image Sensor also features a newly designed pixel that is smaller than the pixel used in current products for the professional market.
“Professional photographers need to capture ever-increasing image detail with higher camera performance, and that to drives us to develop new technologies and products to serve this important market,†said Michael Miller, manager of Kodak’s CCD Image Sensor Business.
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