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Many applications require accurate color captures in daylight conditions and increased sensitivity for low light conditions. This is often accomplished by using a mechanical switch to remove the IR cut filter. The sensitivity is increased at the expense of color accuracy. And a mechanical part is required in the camera. The TRUESENSE Color Filter Pattern offers an opportunity to get increased sensitivity - using the IR region - while still maintaining color accuracy. A 2x increase in sensitivity can be achieved over the current TRUESENSE CFA capture which uses an IR cut filter.

This paper describes the design and performance of a new high-resolution 35 mm format CCD image sensor using an advanced 5.5 m interline pixel. The pixels are arranged in a 6576 (H) × 4384 (V) format to support a 3:2 aspect ratio. This device is part of a family of devices that share a common architecture, pixel performance, and packaging arrangement. Unique to this device in the family is the implementation of a fast line dump structure and horizontal CCD lateral overflow drain.