Are there differences in the actual images produced by systems using direct and indirect methods?
The direct detection devices present an image that looks a little different. It’s hard to quantify what that means because the images we see from the manufacturers include some image processing algorithms. It’s hard to know what’s the detector and what’s the image processing algorithm. However, it is safe to say that neither device shows an advantage in the range of 100 to 200 micron pixel pitch because both devices are limited by the size of the pixel. The pixel size is the limiting factor for the configurations that have thus far been demonstrated for radiographic imaging. What factors should a potential DR customer look for to distinguish the technologies? Depending on the application, a potential buyer should inquire as to the quality of the images at low exposures. The intrinsic electronic noise at low exposures will come out. It is important for a customer to see the quality of the images at the lowest exposure that they want to use it at. They should find out how much a device w
