Description
Raspberry Pi Camera Module
The Raspberry Pi Camera Module is a high-quality camera designed specifically for use with Raspberry Pi boards. Whether you are working on a DIY project, creating a surveillance system, or building a robotic application, the Raspberry Pi Camera Module provides a convenient and compact way to integrate video and image capture into your projects.
Key Features:
- High-Resolution Imaging: Capture still images and video with high resolution (up to 8MP or more depending on the module version).
- Video Recording: Supports high-definition video recording (1080p at 30fps, 720p at 60fps, or 480p at 90fps).
- Compact Size: The camera module is small and lightweight, ideal for space-constrained projects like drones, robots, and home automation systems.
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi: Designed specifically for use with Raspberry Pi boards via the CSI (Camera Serial Interface) port for quick and easy integration.
- High-Quality Lens: Features a wide-angle lens for clear and sharp images, with adjustable focus (depending on the version).
- Infrared Support (Optional): Some versions of the camera module come with IR (infrared) support, allowing it to capture images and video in low light or total darkness.
Specifications:
- Camera Sensor: OmniVision OV5647 (5MP) or Sony IMX219 (8MP), depending on the version.
- Resolution: 5MP (2592 x 1944 pixels) or 8MP (3280 x 2464 pixels).
- Video Modes: 1080p at 30fps, 720p at 60fps, 480p at 90fps.
- Interface: CSI (Camera Serial Interface) via ribbon cable to Raspberry Pi.
- Lens: Fixed focus (some models may have adjustable focus).
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS
- Field of View: 62.2° (diagonal) for typical models.
- Operating Voltage: 3.3V
- Cable Length: Typically 15cm, with optional extension cables available.
Applications:
- Photography Projects: Capture high-quality photos and time-lapse photography.
- Surveillance and Security Systems: Use with Raspberry Pi to build a security camera or surveillance system.
- Robotics: Implement the camera for vision-based robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles.
- Home Automation: Use as part of smart home projects for motion detection, face recognition, or remote monitoring.
- DIY and Education: Perfect for educational projects and learning about cameras, sensors, and image processing.
- Machine Vision and AI: Integrated with Raspberry Pi for machine learning and artificial intelligence applications.
The Raspberry Pi Camera Module is an essential tool for projects that require vision capabilities, offering great versatility, excellent image quality, and easy integration with Raspberry Pi systems. Whether you’re a hobbyist, maker, or developer, the camera module opens up a range of possibilities for innovation and creativity.
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