Serial output 16bit colour sensor is low profile

ROHM SEMICONDUCTOR BH1749NUC colour sensor delivers LCD backlight screen adjustment in control panels, tablets, cameras or mobile applications. The low-profile surface mounted device provides an operating voltage of 2.3V to 3.6V, with an illuminance detection range of 80klx (Typ) and operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. Device detects red, green, blue and infrared and is able to convert them to digital values. With a wide dynamic range and high sensitivity, device is able to determine the illuminance and color very accurately, which is critical for automatic backlighting adjustments.