Light (company)

Light is a photography company known for its multi-camera array technology and computational photography. Founded in 2013, the company initially focused on developing cameras utilizing multiple lenses and image sensors to capture high-resolution images with enhanced low-light performance and depth-of-field control. Their initial product, the L16 camera, combined images from 16 different lenses to create a single, high-quality photograph.

Light's core technology lies in its ability to process and merge data from these multiple sensors, employing sophisticated algorithms to overcome the limitations of traditional single-lens cameras. This approach aimed to provide DSLR-quality images in a more compact form factor.

Beyond its consumer camera endeavors, Light has also explored applications of its multi-camera technology in other fields, including the automotive industry. They have partnered with manufacturers to develop camera systems for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, leveraging the depth and detail provided by their multi-camera arrays.

The company's work has contributed to advancements in computational photography techniques, demonstrating the potential for using multiple sensors and advanced processing to improve image quality and expand the capabilities of cameras. While the L16 camera faced challenges in the market, the underlying technology developed by Light continues to influence the development of camera systems across various industries.