IT Feb. 19, 2024 17:34
Xiaomi, one of the world’s leading smartphone companies, together with Leica Camera AG, announced the establishment of the Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute. The establishment of this institute is an important step in the smartphone industry. With optical technology being the heart of the institute. It brings together integrated interdisciplinary sciences, including digital imaging technology and AI technology.
Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute is setting the industry standard for advancing mobile optical performance from the ground up. It raises the standard in both technology and user experience. This project places great emphasis on philosophy, technology and user experience. The new flagship smartphone in mobile photography, Xiaomi 14 Ultra, will serve as an important starting point in the development of standards. This in practice Including superior optical performance in mobile photography. It is scheduled to launch this month.
Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute will continue to promote deep innovation in the optical technology of mobile photography. Its goal is to create an advanced mobile imaging optical system. The institute focuses on four main technical factors using the core strengths of both Leica and Xiaomi, which are: Ultra-precise optical lens design in a compact size, delivering advanced performance in computational imaging, adhering to the most stringent optical standards of optics. and conducting research and application of optoelectronic technology. (state-of-the-art optoelectronic technology)
To achieve this goal, Xiaomi and Leica have invested resources. Many and assembled a team of over 200 experts led by Mr. Peter Karbe, the legendary optical designer behind the fourth generation of Leica lenses, including iconic designs like Noctilux and Series. APO will serve as the optical expert, while Zeng Xuezong, Senior Vice President of Xiaomi Group and President of Xiaomi’s Mobile Phone Division, will act as Director and Mr. Yi Yan, Head of the Software Technical Team of Xiaomi Group, and Mr. Wang Xuanran, General Manager of Xiaomi’s Camera Department, will act as Deputy Directors.
Xiaomi supports strong research and development resources to the institute. By the present Three main laboratories are located in Beijing. It focuses on camera hardware, photography, and objective and subjective evaluation of image quality. Spread over 2,644 sq m, it is one of the best, largest and most automated camera laboratories.
Mr. William Lu, Partner and Chairman of Xiaomi Group, said: “For over a hundred years, Leica has been committed to creating world-class optical lenses. It is a combination of complex optical engineering and meticulous manufacturing. Xiaomi believes that ‘Light is the foundation of an image’ and is the backbone and cornerstone of ‘Providing depth to reality’, we will leverage the strengths of both parties through Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute to expand the optical capabilities of mobile photography and take the lead in The era of continuous mobile photography.”
Mr. Matthias Harsch, CEO of Leica Camera AG, said, “Our cooperation with Xiaomi The past two years have been amazing. We have successfully integrated Leica’s unique imaging experience into the world of mobile photography, such as through the use of co-designed Leica Summilux optical lenses. The optical system used in Xiaomi 14 Ultra is our latest collaboration. It aims to lead the way in today’s generation of superb Summilux lens-based optical imaging on mobile. With our reputation spanning more than a century In the field of optics, this innovation is legendary for Leica. The establishment of Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute brings together leading teams from both sides of the field of optics and is jointly dedicated to leading the era. New in mobile photography Pushing the boundaries of mobile photography and create an advanced mobile optical imaging system tailored to our era.”