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BSI

Backside-illuminated sensor — improves low-light sensitivity.

Also known as: backside illuminated

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

BSI — Backside-illuminated sensor — improves low-light sensitivity.

This camera term is part of the CompareTech technical dictionary and helps you read specifications, comparisons, and benchmark data across its device database.

See also: CMOS CCD.

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An older image-sensor technology mostly used in specialty cameras. Camera
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