What camera is an iPhone 4s using?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the camera specifications of the iPhone 4S, specifically the manufacturer of the image sensor and lens used in the device. Participants explore various claims regarding the origins of the camera technology, including potential contributions from different companies.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that the camera sensor is developed by Omnivision.
  • Others suggest that it might be a Sony sensor, referencing information from blogs.
  • One participant mentions that the iPhone 4S uses Omnivision’s OV8830 sensor and highlights its five-element lens that purportedly offers increased sharpness.
  • A later reply reiterates the claim about the Omnivision sensor and expresses appreciation for the information.
  • Another participant shares anecdotal evidence from a plant tour, indicating that a Japanese company produces parts for the optics of the iPhone, though it remains unclear if they manufacture the entire image sensor.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the manufacturer of the camera sensor, with multiple competing views presented regarding whether it is Omnivision or Sony.

Contextual Notes

Some claims rely on blog sources, and there is uncertainty regarding the extent of contributions from various companies to the camera technology.

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Omnivision? Or developed by apple itself?
 
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Google "iphone 4s camera specs"?
 
iPhone have chosen Omnivision’s OV8830 sensor for iPhone 4S...It also have a five-element lens that offers 30 percent more sharpness...Damn impressive!
 
mdemonion said:
iPhone have chosen Omnivision’s OV8830 sensor for iPhone 4S...It also have a five-element lens that offers 30 percent more sharpness...Damn impressive!

OV it is, just as I thought. Thanks.
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
http://www.squidoo.com/sony-rx100
According to some blogs it's Sony
I've been to a plant tour to a Japanese company once and they told us they make parts for the optics of the iPhone. Not sure if it's really the entire image sensor they are making and if it's for iPhone 4s
 
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