Image processor capable of block-noise-free JPEG2000 compression with 30 frames/s for digital camera applications

A one-chip image processor for next-generation digital cameras and broadband PDA multimedia mobile phones is described. It is capable of processing JPEG2000 data with 30 frames/s and a 27 MHz operating frequency. The process is fabricated in 0.25 /spl mu/m CMOS and contains 8.5M transistors in a 103 mm/sup 2/ area.