TI OMAP-DM5X Coprocessors Bring 20MP Camera, 720P Recording To Cell Phones

At least several times a year Texas Instruments announces a new coprocessor, typically promising that an HD recording capable processor is just around the corner. Now with the TI OMAP-DM5X coprocessor series announced it looks like 720p camera phone recording is finally getting ready to arrive.

The OMAP-DM525 specifically, can reach 720p video recording, while bringing 20 megapixel imaging to the masses.

Unfortunately there’s no word on when these processors may be utilized, hopefully they’ll pop up at CES in January 2010.

Here’s some of the main features of the OMAP-DM5X Coprocessors (LetsGoDigital):

• Digital SLR-“like” imaging, support, with up to 20 megapixels
• High quality 720p HD video capture
• 8 Megapixel shot-to-shot performance, with 1.4 frames per second
• Perfect moment technology, captures a series of photos
• Smart lighting : Compensates for backlit and low-light environments
• Face tracking : Identifies, recognizes and focuses on faces
• Auto scene detector : Determines appropriate settings based on environment
• Video noise filter : Improves video quality
• Advanced motion-triggered image stability
• TV-out capabilities enable content sharing on larger screens
• Pin compatibility between all devices allows for easy design upgrades
• Eliminates need for external memory