OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: OVTI), a world leading supplier of CMOS image sensors, today announced the start of volume production for its OV7950 high-performance advanced CMOS CameraChip(TM) developed specifically for CCTV/video monitoring security systems and automotive applications. OmniVision has already booked volume orders for both security and automotive market customers.

The highly integrated OV7950 VGA CMOS video camera packs a high level of functionality into a 1/4 inch sensor using a single 3.3 volt DC power supply. With OmniVision's advanced technology and advanced pixel architecture, the OV7950 can achieve the same performance level as CCD cameras while being smaller and less expensive. The OV7950 performs exceptionally well in extremely low-light conditions (0.01 lux) and operates in a temperature range from -40 degrees C to 105 degrees C, both of which are important features for the security and automotive markets. The device supports NTSC composite video output and can directly interface with a TV monitor, an in-car LCD screen or any other device with 75 Ohm composite video loading.

A new windowing feature in the OV7950 image sensor allows users to adjust the camera setup by moving the sensitive area of the camera by a few pixels in both the horizontal and vertical directions. This feature is especially useful in fine tuning the viewing window and angle of fixed position cameras.

Other key features of the OV7950 image sensor include a dual dynamic overlay function allowing for both a dynamic and static visual aid layer (text or graphics) within the image. This is very valuable for reference frames and guiding systems in backup and parking assist cameras in automotive applications.

The OV7950 is available in 48-pin QFP and CLCC lead-free packages. Similar to OmniVision's other automotive sensors, the OV7950 is subject to AEC-Q100 reliability criteria.

OmniVision will be offering live 0.01 lux video demonstrations of OV7950 at its booth #12125 at the ISC West Show in Las Vegas, April 5-7, 2006.

About OmniVision

OmniVision Technologies designs and markets high-performance semiconductor image sensors. Its OmniPixel and CameraChip products are highly integrated single-chip CMOS image sensors for mass-market consumer and commercial applications such as mobile phones, digital still cameras, security and surveillance systems, interactive video games, PCs and automotive imaging systems. Additional information is available at http://www.ovt.com.

Safe-Harbor Language

Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the performance and capabilities of and markets for OmniVision's OV7950 CMOS image sensors, and the anticipated competitive advantage of the products, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with the OV7950 CMOS image sensor; customer acceptance and demand for the OV7950; and the other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's most recent annual report filed on Form 10-K and quarterly report filed on Form 10-Q. OmniVision disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.

NOTE: OmniVision, OmniPixel and CameraChip are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

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