STMicroelectronics launches VD56GA sensor to scale in-cabin monitoring
Sep 14, 2026, 2:08 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive product capability, scaleable manufacturing, and long-term auto-cabin sensing demand could lift ST's automotive imaging revenue; near-term catalysts include samples and early interest from OEMs, with multi-year volume potential to 2031.
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STMicroelectronics unveiled VD56GA, a 1.1 MP automotive image sensor for infrared in-cabin sensing, designed for cost-effective, high-volume deployment. The device offers 35% higher MTF and ~60% higher quantum efficiency, with embedded image processing and front-end manufacturing in Crolles, boosting supply-chain resilience and broadening adoption beyond premium platforms.
ST launches VD56GA 1.1 MP automotive image sensor for in-cabin sensing. Samples available now.
35% higher MTF and ~60% higher QE vs prior generation.
Embedded processing reduces external compute; 3.7x3.2 mm CSP package.
Crolles front-end manufacturing reinforces supply resilience for auto programs.
Yole expects 70M+ units by 2031; ST has shipped 10M SafeSense sensors this year.
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