0.5-inch UXGA OLED-on-Silicon Microdisplay

0.5″ UXGA Micro OLED Display

A compact 1600 × 1200 real-RGB Micro OLED module for near-eye displays, electronic viewfinders, medical imaging and professional optical systems.

0.5-inch 1600 by 1200 UXGA Micro OLED display module

Compact UXGA Micro OLED Image Source

The 0.5″ Micro OLED display is a high-resolution OLED-on-Silicon module within DisplayMan’s broader Micro OLED displays portfolio. It provides a native 1600 × 1200 real RGB resolution across a 10.08 × 7.56 mm usable display area.

Its 4:3 UXGA format offers more vertical image detail than a 16:9 Full HD format, making it practical for electronic viewfinders, medical viewers, optical instruments and near-eye systems that benefit from a taller image area.

SY050WGM01 Platform

The reference platform combines 1000 cd/m² luminance, 100,000:1 typical contrast and 60–120 Hz operation in a compact 0.5″ module.

System Integration Required

The panel uses a MIPI display interface with I²C control. HDMI, Type-C and other host inputs require compatible driver electronics.

Display Size0.5″ diagonal
Resolution1600 × 1200 UXGA
Display Area10.08 × 7.56 mm
Pixel Size6.3 × 6.3 μm
Brightness1000 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio100,000:1 typical
Frame Rate60–120 Hz
InterfaceMIPI DSI + I²C

0.5″ UXGA Micro OLED Specifications

The following engineering references are based on the SY050WGM01 data sheet. Final production specifications and compatibility should be confirmed against the selected module and approved drawing.

ModelSY050WGM01
Display TechnologyActive-matrix color OLED-on-Silicon / OLEDoS
Diagonal Size0.5 inch
Native Resolution1600 × 1200 UXGA, real RGB
Number of Dots5.76 million subpixels: 1600 × 1200 × 3
Pixel Size6.3 × 6.3 μm
Usable Display Area10.08 × 7.56 mm
Brightness1000 cd/m² reference
Contrast Ratio100,000:1 typical
Uniformity>85% reference
Color Depth8-bit or 10-bit; 16.7 million or 1.07 billion colors
Frame Rate60–120 Hz
Display InterfaceOne-port, 4-lane MIPI D-PHY / MIPI DSI video mode
Control InterfaceI²C
CompressionVESA DSC 1.1 decoder support, 3:1 and 3.75:1 reference ratios
Scaling Support1200 × 900 to 1600 × 1200; 800 × 600 to 1600 × 1200 reference modes
Reference Power ConsumptionApproximately 500 mW under specified conditions
Operating Temperature−20°C to +70°C
Storage Temperature−40°C to +80°C
Specification Note

Brightness, power, frame rate and supported functions depend on drive settings and operating conditions. Confirm current availability and driver-board compatibility before design-in.

Why Choose a 0.5″ UXGA Micro OLED?

Resolution

1600 × 1200 Real RGB

UXGA resolution provides detailed imagery, menus and overlays in a compact 0.5″ display format.

Image Format

4:3 Aspect Ratio

The taller image area is useful for viewfinders, medical imaging and optical instruments that need more vertical detail.

Motion

60–120 Hz

A wide frame-rate range supports smooth motion when the host, driver and complete image pipeline are correctly configured.

Contrast

Self-Emissive OLED

True black and 100,000:1 typical contrast help fine details remain visible after optical magnification.

Interface

MIPI + I²C

A 4-lane MIPI DSI interface and I²C control support compact embedded display architectures.

Color

8-bit / 10-bit Support

Support for 16.7 million or 1.07 billion colors enables detailed grayscale and color reproduction.

Typical Applications

Electronic Viewfinders

UXGA detail, 4:3 format and up to 120 Hz for professional cameras and imaging equipment.

Medical Imaging

A compact high-resolution image source for diagnostic viewers and specialized medical optical equipment.

Microscope Eyepieces

Fine pixel density and strong contrast for digital microscopes, laboratory viewers and inspection instruments.

Compact VR & HMD

A practical 4:3 UXGA direction for compact head-mounted displays and binocular optical evaluation.

Thermal Imaging

Detailed self-emissive imagery for portable thermal viewers and professional observation systems.

Optical R&D

A reference platform for evaluating high-resolution eyepieces, driver electronics and near-eye optical engines.

How the 0.5″ Micro OLED Fits into a System

The panel is one component in the complete image chain. Final quality depends on the host, driver electronics, optics and mechanical alignment.

Host Video Source
MIPI Driver Electronics
0.5″ UXGA Micro OLED
Eyepiece Optics
Visible Virtual Image

Electronic Integration

  • Match 4-lane MIPI DSI timing and I²C initialization.
  • Review DSC, scaling, 8-bit / 10-bit color and frame-rate requirements.
  • Provide the required power rails and correct power sequence.
  • Use compatible driver electronics for HDMI, Type-C or other host inputs.

Optical Integration

  • Match the 10.08 × 7.56 mm area to the eyepiece design.
  • Define field of view, eye relief, exit pupil and focal length.
  • Evaluate MTF, distortion, color and brightness after optical loss.
  • Control focus, image orientation and mechanical alignment.
Need More Than the Panel?

Use the Near-Eye Display Solution page for display selection, driver electronics, optical matching, mechanics and prototype review.

When Should You Select the 0.5″ UXGA Platform?

Good Fit

Select 0.5″ UXGA When

  • A 4:3 image format fits the optical architecture.
  • 1600 × 1200 resolution is required.
  • More vertical pixels are useful for imaging or instrument data.
  • The host and driver can support 4-lane MIPI DSI.
  • 60–120 Hz operation and 8-bit / 10-bit color are relevant.
Compare First

Review Another Platform When

  • A native 16:9 Full HD image is preferred.
  • Higher panel brightness is required for a lossy optical engine.
  • The optical design needs a smaller or larger active area.
  • A square display is needed for high-FOV binocular systems.
  • The host architecture cannot provide compatible MIPI timing.
Choose by the Complete Optical System

Compare aspect ratio, resolution, brightness, active area, field of view, interface and mechanical space together—not by diagonal size alone.

0.5″ UXGA Micro OLED FAQ

What is the resolution of the 0.5″ Micro OLED?

SY050WGM01 provides a native 1600 × 1200 UXGA real RGB resolution across a 10.08 × 7.56 mm usable display area.

What is the brightness of SY050WGM01?

The reference luminance is 1000 cd/m². Final luminance depends on drive settings, operating conditions and the exact production version.

What is the advantage of the 4:3 UXGA format?

The 1600 × 1200 format provides more vertical pixels than a 16:9 Full HD format, which can be useful for EVF, medical imaging, microscopes and instrument displays.

Which interfaces does the panel support?

The platform uses a one-port, 4-lane MIPI D-PHY / MIPI DSI video interface with I²C control.

Can it connect directly to HDMI or USB Type-C?

Normally no. HDMI or Type-C requires compatible conversion and driver electronics that output the correct MIPI timing, control and power sequence.

Does the display support 120 Hz?

The data-sheet reference frame-rate range is 60–120 Hz. The final rate depends on host bandwidth, MIPI configuration, compression and complete system design.

Is the 0.5″ Micro OLED suitable for medical optics?

It is a relevant direction for medical viewers and optical instruments that benefit from compact UXGA resolution, but final selection requires optical, regulatory and system-level evaluation.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Please provide the application, quantity, host input, required frame rate, brightness, optical specifications, mechanical limits and project schedule.

Qualified Micro OLED Projects

Evaluate the 0.5″ UXGA Platform Around Your Real Application

Send the application, required quantity, brightness target, host input, optical requirement, available mechanical space and project schedule. DisplayMan will review whether the SY050WGM01 platform is suitable.

The Micro OLED panel, driver electronics, power sequence, optical engine, mechanical structure and host interface should be evaluated as one complete near-eye display system.

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