Starting with the entry-level 16.1-megapixel DSC-T110 with a CCD sensor, the T-models feature a three-inch LCD with touch screen, Sweep Panorama mode and 720p HD movie capture.

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We know that more megapixels do not mean a lot if the technology behind it - notably the sensor - isn't up to much.

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The other big miss that we're told will be addressed eventually is that Bobby doesn't support RS-232 control or the sensor functions of the GC-100-6.

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With a smaller image sensor, a lens designed for a 35mm camera captures only the inner part of the image, cropping off the edges that the sub-size sensor chip can't see.

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Like other proofs-of-concept with Fujitsu's PalmSecure technology, you don't actually have to lay your hand on the sensor to make it work -- hovering above it will work just fine.

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Sometimes, standard two dimensional photos, even those taken by a 41-megapixel sensor, simply aren't enough to accurately depict a three dimensional object.

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T-02D's camera is equipped with an "Exmor R for mobile" back-illuminated CMOS sensor, along with the "Milbeaut Mobile" image processing engine that incorporates a wide range of photography capabilities, including high-sensitivity capturing and noise reduction.

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Of course, take any of these patent applications with a generous pinch of salt -- we haven't seen an Apple stylus yet, for example -- but perhaps this is the reason Apple bought fingerprint sensor maker AuthenTec back in July.

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