ArduCAM Mega 3MP SPI Camera Module w/ M12 Lens (NoIR)
Equipped with a NoIR M12 lens for low-light photography
Features high-level built-in commands for user-friendly operation
Boasts quick response time and power efficiency
Offers wide compatibility with any microcontroller with a standard SPI interface
Provides ultra-high stability and accuracy with an open-source API
The ArduCAM Mega 3MP SPI Camera Module w/ M12 Lens (NoIR) is a state-of-the-art device equipped with a NoIR M12 lens, enabling photography in extremely low light conditions. This camera module is designed for ease of use, featuring high-level built-in commands that make it as user-friendly as a DSLR.
The device is characterized by its quick response time and power efficiency, with a wake-up time of 42 ms and power consumption of less than 200 mW. It boasts wide compatibility, able to connect with any microcontroller that has a standard SPI interface.
Despite its advanced features, the camera module maintains a compact size, ensuring it does not take up unnecessary space. The ArduCAM Mega 3mp Rolling Shutter camera is the latest development from the ArduCAM team, known for their commitment to creating convenient and efficient camera solutions.
This camera module stands out for its ultra-high stability and accuracy, as well as its open-source API, which can effectively support various projects. The device expands the usage scope of the image sensor, allowing for a wide range of applications.
One of the distinguishing features of this camera, as compared to the standard Mega 3mp Camera, is the NoIR M12 lens with less than 1.53% distortion. This lens allows for manual focus adjustment and can be used for night vision.
Note: The camera module is designed for maximum power efficiency, with a consumption rate of less than 200mW and a quick response time of 42ms.
1x ArduCAM Mega 3MP SPI Camera Module w/ M12 Lens (NoIR)
Camera Board: 33 x 33 x 17 mm
Optical Size: 1/4 inch
Item Type: Mega
Speed: 8 Mhz
Number of effective pixels: 2048 x 1536
Power Supply: 3.3 V / 5 V
Interface: SPI (4-wire)
Shutter Type: Rolling Shutter
Color Filter: Color
Power Consumption (ldle/Working): 85 - 585 mW
Field of View: 90° x 75° x 56.4° (D x H x V)
F.NO: F2.8
Lens Type: M12 Lens (Distortion<1.53%)
EFL/BFL: 2.8 mm / 2.6 mm
IR Sensitivity: without an IR-cut filter, IR sensitive
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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