Description
The Raspberry Pi camera module 5mp is one of the most essential accessories for any maker working with single-board computers. Whether you are building a home security system, a wildlife trap camera, or a smart robot that uses computer vision, this compact camera delivers professional results at an affordable price. At Faranux Electronics, we provide this versatile module to help students and engineers in Kigali add vision to their projects instantly.
Why Choose the Adjustable Focus Model?
Standard Raspberry Pi cameras come with a “fixed focus” lens, meaning they are glued to focus at a specific distance (usually 1 meter to infinity). However, this Raspberry Pi camera module features a special manual focus ring. By simply twisting the lens barrel, you can change the focal point. This is a game-changer for close-up projects, such as 3D printer monitoring (OctoPrint), inspecting circuit boards, or reading text, where standard cameras would produce a blurry image.
High-Quality Specifications
Despite its small size, the Raspberry Pi camera module packs impressive specs:
- Resolution: It captures static images at a resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels.
- Video: It supports 1080p video at 30 frames per second (fps), 720p at 60fps, and VGA video at 90fps for slow-motion effects.
- Sensor: It uses the OmniVision OV5647 sensor, which is fully supported by the official Raspberry Pi OS drivers.
Easy Connection via CSI
The Raspberry Pi camera module 5mp connects directly to the CSI (Camera Serial Interface) port on your Raspberry Pi using the included ribbon cable. This dedicated connection is far superior to using a USB webcam because it allows the camera data to go directly to the processor’s GPU. This results in much lower CPU usage, leaving your Raspberry Pi free to run other tasks while recording.
Broad Compatibility
You can use the Raspberry Pi camera module with almost any board, including the Raspberry Pi 4, Pi 3 Model B+, and even the Pi Zero (note: the Pi Zero requires a smaller adapter cable).
Get Started Today
Add vision to your code. Order the Raspberry Pi camera module from Faranux Electronics and start capturing the world in high definition.
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