The MEYD860 is a newly‑released backside‑illuminated (BSI) CMOS image sensor designed for consumer‑grade 4K video capture. This paper presents a comprehensive benchmark of the MEYD860 against three widely‑used 4K sensors (Sony IMX586, Samsung ISOCELL GN1, and Omnivision OV48C). Using standardized test patterns and real‑world video scenes, we measure spatial resolution (MTF @ 30 lp/mm), signal‑to‑noise ratio (SNR), dynamic range (DR), rolling‑shutter distortion, and power consumption. Results show that the MEYD860 delivers , 3 dB improvement in SNR , 1.8 EV greater DR , and 25 % lower power draw under identical illumination. These gains stem from a 1.4 µm pixel pitch, dual‑gain readout architecture, and an on‑chip ISP that implements 10‑bit HDR tone‑mapping. The findings demonstrate that the MEYD860 is a compelling choice for mobile‑phone, action‑camera, and automotive‑grade 4K video applications.
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