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Latest articles, announcements and insights.
From Measurement to Requirements: How IEC 62676-5 is Evolving
Objective measurements are important. Defining the level of performance a camera must actually achieve is equally as important. The ongoing revision of IEC 62676-5 expands the focus from just measurement methods to application-specific performance requirements for professional security cameras.
Read more →Did You Know? Reference Charts Age Too
Objective image quality measurements rely on dependable references. Yet while cameras, lighting systems, and test setups are regularly checked, one important factor is often overlooked: the test chart. Reference charts age over time and the aging process can affect the validity of measurement results. You can find the recommended replacement date on the back of your test chart.
Read more →What Happens When You Look Away During a Video Call?
People rarely sit perfectly still during video conferences. They glance at a second screen, take notes, or briefly turn toward someone else in the room. For webcams, this presents a challenge: they must maintain consistent image quality and respond reliably when a face returns to view. But how can this behavior be measured objectively?
Read more →Reliable Resolution Measurements Under High Image Noise Conditions
Resolution assessment is one of the most important methods for camera characterization. During its analysis, one question often arises: does a resolution measurement remain meaningful when the image is heavily affected by noise? High noise levels make it more difficult to evaluate the actual detail reproduction capabilities of a camera system. A recent study conducted as part of ISO standardization activities demonstrates that the Siemens-star MTF10 value continues to represent the visually perceived resolution limit reliably, even under these conditions.
Read more →Objective Flare Measurement for Modern Camera Systems
Stray light can significantly affect camera performance, particularly in demanding lighting conditions. To reliably compare and evaluate cameras under such circumstances, reproducible measurement methods are essential. The FLARE System combines controlled illumination, precise positioning, and automated analysis into a standardized workflow for flare characterization.
Read more →Geometric Calibration for Increasingly Complex Camera Systems
Wide fields of view, specialized lenses, and custom camera designs place growing demands on geometric characterization. With the latest version of the GEOCAL software, version 1.5, we expanded our software’s features with new analysis models, more flexible workflows, and additional automation capabilities that support users in demanding calibration tasks.
Read more →Why Good AI Starts with Good Image Data
More and more image processing is taking place directly on edge devices. As a result, the demands placed on intelligent vision systems continue to grow, as do the requirements for the image data on which their decisions are based. Through our membership in the Edge AI and Vision Alliance, we contribute our expertise in image quality and camera testing to an international community.
Read more →Evaluating Image Quality Under Real-World Conditions
Modern vehicles no longer observe only their surroundings. Driver and Occupant Monitoring Systems (DMS/OMS) analyze what happens inside the cabin, from gaze direction and driver drowsiness to occupant position and behavior. Many of these systems rely on invisible NIR illumination. To ensure reliable performance, they must also be tested under those exact conditions.
Read more →From Measurements to Perception: Acceptance Thresholds for Image Quality
Resolution, noise, and dynamic range can be measured with great precision. But at what point do changes actually become visible to people, and when are images still considered acceptable? A recent study investigates how different image quality parameters are perceived and shows how technical measurements can be linked to human evaluation.
Read more →Newsletter July 2026: Relaunch of our website – what’s new!
31 years of Image Engineering – a good reason to treat ourselves (and you) to a comprehensive website relaunch. Our goal was not only a fresher look, but also more value for you as users. Below is a summary of what’s new …
Read more →IE's 30th Anniversary - A note from CEO Dietmar Wüller
July 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Image Engineering's founding. CEO Dietmar Wüller reflects on the journey and announces leadership transition.
Read more →TE300 – A new skin tone test chart
Introducing the TE300 Skin Tone Checker: a modern tool for assessing skin tone accuracy in camera systems with real-world spectral data.
Read more →AI-powered image quality analysis software
The iQ-Analyzer-X introduces advanced AI-powered tools for chart detection, automation, and video file analysis to streamline workflows.
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