What is the Difference Between a CCD and CMOS Camera?

CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) are two types of image sensors used in scientific cameras.

The key differences are:

• CCD sensors tend to have lower noise, making them ideal for low-light imaging in applications like astronomy and fluorescence microscopy.

• CMOS sensors offer faster readout speeds and lower power consumption, which are advantageous for high-speed imaging in dynamic experiments.

Both types are available in scientific-grade cameras, and the choice depends on factors such as application requirements and imaging conditions.

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