Teledyne e2v, a company within Teledyne Technologies dedicated to global imaging innovations, introduces the Snappy 2 megapixel CMOS image sensor. This device is tailored for barcode reading and other two-dimensional scanning applications. It stands out with its full HD resolution, a low-noise global shutter measuring just 2.8µm, along with advanced capabilities that enhance decoding efficiency and cost-effectiveness—all housed in a compact optical design.

Engineered from the ground up for superior pixel performance and integrated real-time functions, every facet of the Snappy sensor is optimized to facilitate rapid and precise scanning of both one-dimensional and two-dimensional barcodes. This advancement allows scanning systems across logistics, sorting centers, retail point-of-sale environments, and numerous other sectors to achieve higher productivity and throughput.

Furthermore, these features extend their utility beyond barcode applications into areas such as drones and UAVs, embedded imaging solutions, IoT edge devices, intelligent surveillance cameras, and augmented or virtual reality setups.

Gareth Powell, Marketing Manager at Teledyne e2v, highlighted: “Snappy 2MP marks the beginning of a new sensor line focused exclusively on barcode reading. It’s engineered to significantly improve performance in handheld, mobile, or fixed readers as well as automated identification cameras. The introduction includes our patented Fast-Exposure mode, guaranteeing proper exposure for the initial image frame under varying light conditions, thus enabling quicker and more reliable decoding by the processing system.”

As part of a growing family of sensors sharing identical software and hardware specifications, Snappy 2MP contributes to reduced development costs by supporting an array of scanning devices at different resolutions from one unified design.

Key Features:

  • Compact CMOS pixels with low noise (2.8µm x 2.8µm global shutter)
  • Small optical size (1/3 inch) while maintaining full HD quality
  • High signal-to-noise ratio in dim lighting, reducing the need for additional illumination
  • HDR modes to capture scenes with wide dynamic range
  • Support for single and multiple regions of interest for simultaneous monitoring

Samples and demonstration kits are accessible now. For more details or inquiries regarding samples, please check our product webpage or get in touch.

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Editorial Notes:
Teledyne e2v drives innovation in healthcare, life sciences, aerospace, defense, security, and industrial sectors. The company engages deeply with customer needs to deliver standard, semi-custom, or fully bespoke imaging solutions that add value across various applications. Further information can be found at teledyne-e2v.com.

About Teledyne Imaging:
Teledyne Imaging encompasses a portfolio of cutting-edge technology companies under the Teledyne umbrella. Combining extensive expertise spanning all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum with decades of industry experience, this group excels in sensor development, signal creation, and processing technologies. Their collaborative offerings advance sectors including aerospace, defense, geospatial systems, machine vision, industrial applications, medical imaging, life sciences, semiconductor manufacturing, and MEMS technology. More information is available at teledyneimaging.com

Last Updated: 2025-09-05 05:30:25