It’s not a storm — it’s the climate

It’s not a storm — it’s the climate

The Future of Camera Tech Is Inspired by the Human Retina

16 January 2026

Summary

This conversation explores the incredible capabilities of the retina in capturing images and reacting to stimuli, comparing its speed and resolution to conventional camera technology. It highlights advancements in machine vision technology that aim to replicate these remarkable features.

Join Colin Brown, Ruy Pinto and Diffraqtion’s CEO Johannes Galatsanos to dive deep on the capability his company will unlock.
Recorded shortly after Diffraqtion won a one million investment from Slush 2025.

TAKEAWAYS:

  • The retina reacts to shapes and movement quickly.

  • It triggers responses faster than conventional technology.

  • Retina-inspired technology achieves 20 times the resolution of cameras.

  • It operates at 1,000 times the speed of traditional cameras.

  • Machine vision is evolving to match biological systems.

  • The sharpness of machine vision is unprecedented.

  • Understanding the retina can inspire technological advancements.

  • Speed and resolution are critical in imaging technology.

  • Innovations in vision technology can enhance various fields, but particularly Space.