Accelerating the development of edge AI
solutions
ATSUGI, Japan and CAMBRIDGE,
England, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony
Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS) and Raspberry Pi Ltd
today announced that they are launching a jointly developed AI
camera. The Raspberry Pi AI Camera, which is compatible with
Raspberry Pi's range of single-board computers, will accelerate the
development of AI solutions which process visual data at the edge.
Starting from September 30, the
product will be available for purchase from Raspberry Pi's network
of Approved Resellers, for a suggested retail price of $70.00*.
* Not including any applicable local taxes.
Raspberry Pi Ltd and Sony Semiconductor
Solutions Corporation release jointly-developed AI camera,
retailing at $70.00.
In April 2023, it was announced
that SSS would make a minority investment in Raspberry Pi Ltd.
Since then, the companies have been working to develop an edge AI
platform for the community of Raspberry Pi developers, based on SSS
technology. The AI Camera is powered by SSS's IMX500 intelligent
vision sensor, which is capable of on-chip AI image processing and
enables Raspberry Pi users around the world to easily and
efficiently develop edge AI solutions that process visual data.
- AI camera features
- Because vision data is normally massive, using it to develop AI
solutions can require a graphics processing unit (GPU), an
accelerator, and a variety of other components in addition to a
camera. The new Raspberry Pi AI Camera, however, is equipped with
the IMX500 intelligent vision sensor which handles AI processing,
making it easy to develop edge AI solutions with just a Raspberry
Pi and the AI Camera.
- The new AI Camera is compatible with all Raspberry Pi
single-board computers, including the latest Raspberry Pi 5. This
enables users to develop solutions with familiar hardware and
software, taking advantage of the widely used and
powerful libcamera and Picamera2 software libraries.
"SSS and Raspberry Pi Ltd aim to provide Raspberry Pi users and
the development community with a unique development experience,"
said Eita Yanagisawa, General
Manager, System Solutions Division, Sony Semiconductor Solutions
Corporation. "I'm very excited to share SSS edge AI sensing
technology with the world's largest development community as the
first fruits of our strategic partnership. We look forward to
further collaboration with Raspberry Pi using our AITRIOS™ edge AI
solution development and operations platform. We aim to make the
most of AI cameras equipped with our image sensors in our
collaborative efforts with Raspberry Pi."
"AI-based image processing is becoming an attractive tool for
developers around the world," said Eben Upton, CEO, Raspberry Pi Ltd. "Together
with our longstanding image sensor partner Sony Semiconductor
Solutions, we have developed the Raspberry Pi AI Camera,
incorporating Sony's image sensor expertise. We look forward to
seeing what our community members are able to achieve using the
power of the Raspberry Pi AI Camera."
Specifications
- Sensor model: SSS's approx. 12.3 effective megapixel IMX500
intelligent vision sensor with a powerful neural network
accelerator
- Sensor modes: 4,056(H) x 3,040(V) at 10 fps / 2,028(H) x
1,520(V) at 40 fps
- Unit cell size: 1.55 µm x 1.55 µm
- 76 degree FoV with manual/mechanical adjustable focus
- Integrated RP2040 for neural
network firmware management
- Works with all Raspberry Pi models using only Raspberry Pi
standard camera connector cable
- Pre-loaded with MobileNetSSD model
- Fully integrated with libcamera
About Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
Sony
Semiconductor Solutions Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Sony Group Corporation and the global leader in image sensors. It
operates in the semiconductor business, which includes image
sensors and other products. The company strives to provide advanced
imaging technologies that bring greater convenience and fun. In
addition, it also works to develop and bring to market new kinds of
sensing technologies with the aim of offering various solutions
that will take the visual and recognition capabilities of both
human and machines to greater heights. For more information, please
visit https://www.sony-semicon.com/en/index.html.
About Raspberry Pi Ltd
Raspberry Pi is on a mission to
put high-performance, low-cost, general-purpose computing platforms
in the hands of enthusiasts and engineers all over the world. Since
2012, we've been designing single-board and modular computers,
built on the Arm architecture, and running the Linux operating
system. Whether you're an educator looking to excite the next
generation of computer scientists; an enthusiast searching for
inspiration for your next project; or an OEM who needs a proven
rock-solid foundation for your next generation of smart products,
there's a Raspberry Pi computer for you.
Note: AITRIOS is the registered trademark or trademark of Sony
Group Corporation or its affiliates.
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