Global Shutter vs Rolling Shutter: Key Differences in Camera Modules

05 Jun.,2025

 

Global Shutter vs Rolling Shutter: Key Differences in Camera Modules

As a leading manufacturer with over ten years of experience in producing high-quality camera modules, our company specializes in global shutter camera modules, a technology that offers significant advantages in various imaging applications. In this article, we’ll compare global shutter and rolling shutter, two common types of image sensors, to help you understand their differences and why global shutter technology is our primary focus.

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A global shutter captures the entire image at once, meaning that all pixels are exposed simultaneously. This is particularly beneficial in situations where fast-moving objects are present or in high-speed photography. With global shutters, there is no distortion or "rolling" of the image when the scene contains moving elements. This feature makes global shutter camera modules ideal for applications such as robotics, industrial automation, machine vision, and high-speed video capture.

In contrast, a rolling shutter works by exposing different rows of pixels at different times, usually from top to bottom. This can cause distortion, particularly with fast-moving subjects or when the camera itself is in motion. For example, in sports or automotive photography, the rolling shutter effect can result in a "skewed" image, where vertical lines appear tilted or wobbly. While rolling shutters are generally less expensive and simpler to manufacture, they are not suited for fast-moving scenes.

Our company specializes in global shutter camera modules because they provide more accurate, distortion-free images in dynamic environments. With our deep expertise in manufacturing and innovation, we produce global shutter modules that meet the highest industry standards. Whether used in drones, autonomous vehicles, or surveillance systems, a global shutter is essential for capturing clear images in a variety of challenging conditions. Our decade of expertise in global shutter modules will continue to lead the way in the development and production of global shutter camera modules, providing our customers with reliable, high-performance solutions that meet their specific needs.

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2MP Global Shutter OV Monochrome Camera Module

Sensor:OV Monochrome sensor from OmniVision

Sensor Resolution and Optical Format:2.0 MP CMOS Image Sensor. 1/2.9" Optical format

Sensor type:2.0 MP CMOS Global Shutter Sensor with Monochrome output

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Output Format:Y16 and Y8

Evaluation Kit:

1. PC Solution

See3CAM_20CUG - 2.0 MP USB 3.0 Camera

Customers who own platforms that support USB 3.0 and are interested in evaluating the 2.0 MP monochrome camera module can directly buy the See3CAM_20CUG from e-con Systems.

2. ARM Based Solution (NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Xavier™)

e-CAM24_CUXVR - 2MP OV Monochrome Global Shutter Camera (Requires NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Xavier™ developer kit):

The MIPI Camera daughter card (e-CAM24_CUXVR) can be bought by customers choosing to evaluate the e-CAM222_CUMI_MOD camera solution with a direct interface on the NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Xavier™ developer kit.

USD 179

3. ARM Based Solution (NVIDIA® Jetson Xavier™ NX)

e-CAM23_CUNX - 2MP OV Monochrome Global Shutter Camera (Requires NVIDIA® Jetson Xavier™ NX developer kit):

The MIPI Camera daughter card (e-CAM23_CUNX) can be bought by customers choosing to evaluate the e-CAM222_CUMI_MOD camera solution with a direct interface on the NVIDIA® Jetson Xavier™ NX developer kit.

4. ARM Based Solution (NVIDIA® Jetson Nano™/Jetson AGX Xavier™/Jetson™ TX2)

STEEReoCAM® - 2MP Stereo Camera for NVIDIA® Jetson Nano™/Jetson AGX Xavier™/Jetson™ TX2:

STEEReoCAM® is a 2MP 3D MIPI Stereo camera for NVIDIA® Jetson Nano™/Jetson AGX Xavier™/Jetson™ TX2 developer kit with improved accuracy and depth range.

5. ARM Based Solution

e-CAM21_CURB - 2MP OV Global Shutter Monochrome camera for Raspberry Pi 4:

e-CAM21_CURB® is a 2MP global shutter monochrome camera solution for Raspberry Pi 4 kit. It is based on OmniVision's 1/2.9" OV Image sensor with 3μm x 3μm pixel OmniPixel® 3-GS technology.

Customers interested in customizing the same camera module or planning to use a different camera/sensor module can contact and explain their requirement.

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