Provide a clear image, despite visual impairments. Sony wants visually impaired people to still be able to use their cameras. Therefore, the Japanese manufacturer has partnered with its compatriot QD Laser to integrate a technology that overcomes vision problems.
Together they developed the HX99 RNV camera retinal projection kit. This device allows you to attach your DSC-HX99 camera, released in 2018. It allows the user to have access to a new viewfinder, equipped with a retinal laser that allows displaying 720p resolution and 8-bit color depth, details the Site. American The Verge.
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This low power laser projection avoids the focus of the eye. And thus offer an image without worrying about the possible nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism of the users.
Sony offers its kit that includes the adapter and camera for $599.99, while the DSC-HX99 sold alone is $474.99. The manufacturer claims to bear most of the costs at its own expense to support the visually impaired community. It will be available starting this summer in limited quantities.
If the kit is designed to integrate the DSC-HX99 camera, a spokesperson for the brand indicated that it could be associated with other models. This will require an HDMI cable connection. But the dimensions of the different chambers could prevent a good integration within the kit.
The Japanese manufacturer recommends visually impaired people to try the device before buying it. The technology may not be suitable depending on the level of visual impairment.
Source: BFM TV
