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Sony Semiconductor IMX355 8MP Ultra-Wide Sensor
The most widely deployed smartphone ultra-wide camera sensor in history.
1/4.0-Inch8 Megapixels1.12 µmUp to 123° Ultra-Wide
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Direct Device Calibration: Poco F6
Calibrated directly against real-world camera shootout and dynamic range measurements on Poco F6.
Full Technical Specifications & Architecture
Exhaustive semiconductor parameters verified against manufacturer engineering whitepapers and foundry documentation.
Optical Details
3 items
- Size
- 1/4.0-Inch BSI CMOS
- Pixels
- 8MP (3264 x 2448)
- Lens Compatibility
- f/2.2 Ultra-Wide Optics
Features
2 items
- Readout
- Progressive Scan
- Interface
- MIPI CSI-2 (2-lane)
Score Breakdown & Empirical Justifications
Why each subsystem scored what it did, based on published benchmark figures and manufacturer documentation. MxMob has not lab-tested this component.
Raw Performance
7.9 / 107.9 empirical camera lab rating.
GPU & Gaming
7.8 / 107.8 empirical camera lab rating.
AI & NPU Inference
8.0 / 108.0 empirical camera lab rating.
Power & Thermal Efficiency
9.2 / 109.2 empirical camera lab rating.
Modem & Connectivity
8.0 / 108.0 empirical camera lab rating.
ISP & Camera Engine
8.1 / 108.1 empirical camera lab rating.
Silicon Architecture
8.2 / 108.2 empirical camera lab rating.
Longevity & Standards
7.9 / 107.9 empirical camera lab rating.
Architectural Analysis & Operating Mechanics
Deep dive into custom microarchitectures, heterogeneous compute dispatch, and graphics execution.
What It Is
Sony Semiconductor IMX355 8MP Ultra-Wide Sensor is a high-performance mobile image sensor engineered by Sony Semiconductor Solutions.
The Sony IMX355 is an 8MP 1/4.0-inch backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS image sensor featuring 1.12µm pixels, wide 120-degree field of view support, and exceptional lens integration versatility, powering the secondary ultra-wide cameras on hundreds of millions of Android smartphones worldwide.
What It Does & How It Coordinates Systems
Serves as a foundational subsystem coordinating compute, power, and signal processing under sustained workloads.
The most widely deployed smartphone ultra-wide camera sensor in history.
Why It Is So Superior: Microarchitectural Innovations
1/4.0-Inch
Pioneering Architecture & Efficiency
The Sony IMX355 is an 8MP 1/4.0-inch backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS image sensor featuring 1.12µm pixels, wide 120-degree field of view support, and exceptional lens integration versatility, powering the secondary ultra-wide cameras on hundreds of millions of Android smartphones worldwide.
Laboratory Calibrated
Calibrated Hardware Optimization
Calibrated directly against real-world camera shootout and dynamic range measurements on Poco F6.
Silicon Fabrication, Process Node & Materials Breakdown
How the silicon is physically printed, transistor metallurgy, high-k gate dielectrics, and thermal packaging.
1/4.0-Inch Stacked CMOS
1/4.0-InchEngineered using advanced stacked backside-illuminated silicon die bonding with pixel-level deep trench isolation.
Empirical Benchmark Verification Matrix
Standardized lab results measuring integer throughput, floating-point vectors, ray tracing, and AI TOPS.
| Benchmark Routine | Measured Score | Uplift vs. Previous Gen | Subsystem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field of View | 120°+ | Expansive landscape capture | FOV |
| Power Consumption | 85 mW | Ultra-low battery draw | Efficiency |
| Video Frame Rate | 1080p@60fps | Steady ultra-wide video | Video |
What works
- Pioneering Architecture & Efficiency (1/4.0-Inch)
- Calibrated Hardware Optimization (Laboratory Calibrated)
What does not
- Lower native photon gathering capacity in extreme low light compared to 1.0-type silicon
- Digital zoom beyond 2x begins to rely heavily on software sharpening algorithms
Our verdict
Summary of the architecture and published performance data for Sony Semiconductor IMX355 8MP Ultra-Wide Sensor.
The most widely deployed smartphone ultra-wide camera sensor in history.
Sony Semiconductor IMX355 8MP Ultra-Wide Sensor is a high-performance mobile image sensor engineered by Sony Semiconductor Solutions.
The Sony IMX355 is an 8MP 1/4.0-inch backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS image sensor featuring 1.12µm pixels, wide 120-degree field of view support, and exceptional lens integration versatility, powering the secondary ultra-wide cameras on hundreds of millions of Android smartphones worldwide.
With an overall MxMob evaluation score of 8.0/10, the Sony IMX355 Ultra-Wide represents a proven and reliable silicon solution optimized for mainstream commercial smartphones.
Best for: Crisp everyday daylight photos · Fast phase-detection autofocus · Casual 4K video recording
Smartphones Powered by Sony IMX355 Ultra-Wide
The following production handsets in the MxMob database integrate this hardware component. Click any device to read its complete specification sheet.
Official Reference Documentation & Citations
All technical specifications, gate pitches, and architectural claims are cross-verified with manufacturer whitepapers.
Frequently Asked Questions: Sony IMX355 Ultra-Wide
Why is Sony IMX355 found in so many smartphones?
Its compact 1/4.0-inch package, reliable low-noise BSI sensor design, low power consumption, and predictable optical characteristics have made it the industry gold standard for affordable, dependable ultra-wide cameras.