📸 SmartSens Unveils 200MP SCC80XS Sensor for Next-Gen Xiaomi Flagships
The new 0.61μm pixel sensor promises unmatched low-light performance and dynamic range for premium mobile photography.
🚀 A New Breakthrough in Mobile Imaging
The moment we’ve been waiting for is the arrival of superior mobile imaging technology. SmartSens has unveiled its latest breakthrough: the **SCC80XS**, a **200-megapixel CMOS sensor** designed for next-generation flagship smartphones. Built on **SmartClarity-SL Pro technology**, the SCC80XS uses a 22nm stack process and a **0.61μm pixel size**. This results in increased low-light performance, improved color fidelity, and an extended dynamic range—features that are increasingly in demand by premium handset makers. Notably, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra may not feature this particular sensor, the SCC80XS is positioned as a strong contender for future Xiaomi flagships.
⚙️ Technical Powerhouse and Low Read Noise
The SCC80XS is a technical marvel, offering a large sensor size and integrating proprietary technologies for superior image capture.
Key Technical Specifications
- Sensor Size: Large 1/1.28-inch.
- Key Features: PixGain HDR, SFCPixel-SL, and AllPix ADAF.
- Dynamic Range: PixGain HDR delivers up to 85dB.
- Optical Tech: Narrow BDTI (reduces color crosstalk) and Low-N Grid (achieves 80% max Quantum Efficiency).
Ultra-Low Read Noise
The sensor stands out for its low read noise, which is critical for clarity, especially in low-light conditions.
200MP / 50MP Modes
0.7e-
Read Noise (47% reduction)
12.5MP Mode
1.2e-
Read Noise (Excellent Clarity)
🎥 Advanced Video and Autofocus Capabilities
For video, the SCC80XS provides flagship-grade performance across all three potential focal lengths (main, telephoto, and ultra-wide).
- High Frame Rate Video: Supports **4K video capture at 120fps** at all focal lengths.
- HDR Video: Capable of capturing **4K HDR at 60fps**, ensuring balanced highlights and shadows.
- Autofocus System: Features SmartSens' **AllPix ADAF** and **Sparse PDAF** focusing systems, enabling 100% pixel-level autofocus in low light and efficient phase detection in bright environments.
🔮 Future Alignment with HyperOS and Xiaomi
SmartSens is a well-established supplier to major Chinese smartphone brands, and Xiaomi is certainly one of them. While the Xiaomi 17 Ultra may be utilizing the OVX10500U sensor, the SCC80XS is more than likely to appear in future Xiaomi flagship or sub-brand devices by 2025. With its 200MP resolution, powerful HDR, and advanced low-light capabilities, the **SCC80XS aligns perfectly with Xiaomi's vision for next-generation mobile photography** under the HyperOS ecosystem, promising the potential for stunning, lifelike images for consumers.
