Application Challenges
Quantum research involves the detection of single photons, ions, or qubits, imposing extremely stringent requirements on sensitivity and noise suppression. Imaging signals are often confined to narrow spectral ranges from the visible to near-infrared, frequently at the single-photon level. Cameras must maintain high responsivity in the target spectral band and approach single-photon detection capability, while also providing high-speed readout to meet the real-time requirements of quantum state manipulation.
Aries 16
16 μm Large-Pixel BSI sCMOS Camera
16 μm large pixels provide ~6× higher photon collection efficiency than 6.5 μm pixels, greatly enhancing weak-light sensitivity
Ultra-low readout noise (~0.9 e⁻) and up to 90% quantum efficiency, enabling single-photon detection
Deep cooling up to 60°C below ambient effectively reduces dark current and improves SNR
High full-well capacity (~74 ke⁻) allows simultaneous measurement of strong and weak signals in complex light fields
HDR & low-noise readout modes support flexible switching between high-dynamic and weak-light imaging scenarios
Reliable and stable cooling minimizes data drift and improves measurement accuracy
