Up The Camera Game for Raspberry Pi
We look to help the industry build low-cost embedded camera systems for hundreds of real-world applications.
Up The Camera Game for Raspberry Pi
16MP Camera Module
for All Pis.
2 times higher resolution than the v2 camera, 40% higher than the HQ camera. Based on the 16MP Sony IMX519 sensor, this new camera module gives all Raspberry Pi hackers every bit of power they need to build future-proof projects.
V1/V2 Size,
with PDAF Autofocus.
The community has been craving autofocus in Pi cameras, so we took the advice. We gave this camera the classic V1/V2 form factor so you can add hassle-free upgrades to your existing projects. Also, we adapted PDAF for 16MP Camera recently which will greatly improve the focusing speed.
Crisper Images/Videos Than The HQ Camera.
It’s not just the resolution bump, the “quality” is way higher than the HQ Camera too. With the same camera tuning algorithms from the foundation, this module beats the Raspberry Pi HQ camera in every aspect. (sharpness/saturation/exposure/etc.)
Open Source for Everyone.
Less for us, more for you. We want it to help push the Raspberry Pi and embedded ML/MV forward, everything about this camera will be truly open source.
2x Higher Specs, Only Half The Cost.
Get a huge performance boost without spending more. 25 US dollars ($50 for a lensless HQ module), 16 megapixels (8MP for the V2 module), and with dozens of new features, we expect it to take the 4th spot after the V1, V2 and HQ camera.
Sample Images from The 16MP Autofocus Camera
Comparing The Specs
| Arducam Autofocus Camera | Camera Module V2 | HQ Camera | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Price | $25 | $25 | $50 (without lens) |
| Sensor | Sony IMX519 | Sony IMX219 | Sony IMX477 |
| Optical Size | Type 1/2.53″ | Type 1/4″ | Type 1/2.3″ |
| Sensor Resolution | 4656×3496 pixels | 3280 × 2464 pixels | 4056 x 3040 pixels |
| Still Resolution | 16 Megapixels | 8 Megapixels | 12.3 Megapixels |
| Camera Case | Yes | No | No |
| Focus | Auto | Fixed | Manual |
| Video Modes | 1080p30, 720p60 | 1080p30, 720p60 and 640 × 480p60/90 | 1080p30, 720p60 and 640 × 480p60/90 |
| Linux integration | V4L2 driver available | V4L2 driver available | V4L2 driver available |
| Focal ratio (F-Stop) | 1.75 | 2.0 | Depends on lens |
| Focal length | 4.28 mm | 3.04 mm | Depends on lens |
Flexibility First
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Arducam IMX519 PDAF&CDAF Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA® Jetson Nano/Xavier NX/AGX Orin/Orin Nano/Orin NX -
Camera Enclosure Case for Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3/V1/V2 and Arducam 16MP/64MP Camera -
Ribbon Cable Set (1.5″, 2.87″, 5.9″) for Raspberry Pi 0 and Zero 2W, Pack of 3 -
16MP IMX519 Camera Module with 122°(D) M12 Lens, Wide Angle Color Rolling shutter for Raspberry Pi and OpenHD -
16MP IMX519 Autofocus Synchronized Quad-Camera Kit for Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA® Jetson Nano/Xavier NX/AGX Orin/Orin Nano/Orin NX -
Mini 16MP Camera for Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano/Xavier NX -
Mini 16MP IMX519 NoIR Camera Module for Raspberry Pi 5，Raspberry Pi 0 and Zero 2W -
16MP NoIR Camera Module for Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano/Xavier NX -
Arducam LAN Cable Extension Kit for Camera Module on NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano/Orin NX
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FAQs
Is this camera compatible with all Raspberry Pi Models?
Any Pi model that has a MIPI connector can use this camera.
Is the IR-cut filter removable? Or will there be a NoIR version?
No, you can not remove the IR-CUT filter. We have the NoIR version planned.
What’s the size of the sensor?
The camera has a 7.103 mm (1/2.534″) diagonal image size, it’s also a back-side illuminated sensor, just like the Raspberry Pi HQ camera.
What is the highest resolution and frame rate?
There’re the video modes you can get with Raspberry Pi:
- 1920×1080@30fps
- 1280×720@120fps
Is 4K at 30fps possible?
You can capture 4656×3496 still images. But for video, it’s impossible with a Raspberry Pi.
The camera itself is capable of capturing 4K@30fps video, but the Pi is the bottleneck.
Does it support HDR photo/video capture?
Yes, it supports SME-HDR with equivalent full pixels.
What’s the minimum focus distance?
The closest you can get is 10cm. The focus range of this camera: 10cm ~ ∞.
What’s the FoV of the onboard lens?
The lens on this camera has an 80° viewing angle.
What’s the longest allowed exposure time?
200 seconds.
Is it compatible with all the camera housings/mounts designed for V1/V2?
Yes. We gave it the same board design and is compatible with any camera enclosures that work with V1 or V2.
Can I use it as a webcam?
You can turn it into a high-resolution webcam with any Raspberry Pi, there’re plenty of tutorials you can follow.
And If you want to use only the camera module as a webcam (UVC-compliant), we have the Raspberry Pi High Quality camera available here.
Can I use it on my telescope?
With a bit of modification, yes. We have seen many astrophotography projects with the official Pi cameras, you can follow the same instructions.
Can I use this camera module with hardware other than Raspberry Pi?
Support for Nvidia Jetson Nano/Xavier NX boards is still in the works.
However, with the help of our USB 3 camera dev kit, you can use this camera, or any of the official (V1, V2, HQ) cameras on any platform you want.
Can I use it with longer flex cables?
300mm FPC cables can still work. If you want the cable to be longer, use it with our CSI-to-HDMI adapter.
Does it work with your CSI-to-HDMI adapter?
Yes, you can use it with our CSI-to-HDMI connector for longer cable lengths.
Does it work with your stereo camera HAT and multiplexers?
Yes, we have stereo camera kits planned, and you can use this camera with our multiplexers too.
