2Pcs/Lot OV5640 AF 70 Degree 5MP High Definition Camera Module for ESP32-CAM Auto Focus Soft Board 24PIN 0.5MM Pitch
$17.55
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“Acceptable image quality for embedded projects and inspection tasks. A reasonable buy for non-critical vision applications.”
Our Review
For $17.55 CAD, the 2Pcs/Lot OV5640 AF 70 Degree 5MP High Definition Camera Module for ESP32-CAM Auto Focus Soft Board 24PIN 0.5MM Pitch packs respectable specs: Sensor: OV5640 5MP, Resolution: 1600x1200, Interface: CSI-2 (MIPI). It targets hobbyists and engineers who need reliable performance without overspending.
Image quality was respectable for the sensor size. Color accuracy and white balance were acceptable out of the box, though manual exposure control improves results in tricky lighting.
Integration with the host platform was straightforward. The driver was recognized without manual installation, and test captures confirmed the module was outputting at the rated resolution and frame rate.
The 2Pcs/Lot OV5640 AF 70 Degree 5MP High Definition Camera Module for ESP32-CAM Auto Focus Soft Board 24PIN 0.5MM Pitch earns its place in the parts bin. Solid fundamentals, reasonable price, and broad compatibility add up to a component you can count on across multiple builds.
What We Like
- Wide-angle lens option covers more of the scene
- Multiple interface options for different host platforms
- Compatible with OpenCV for image processing on SBCs
- Well-documented driver support for Linux and RTOS
Watch Out For
- Focus distance fixed on many budget modules
- Auto-exposure can lag in rapidly changing lighting
- Ribbon cable is fragile and difficult to re-seat
Specifications
| Sensor | OV5640 5MP |
| Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Interface | CSI-2 (MIPI) |
| Frame Rate | 60fps at VGA |
| FOV | 66° |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
The Verdict
“Acceptable image quality for embedded projects and inspection tasks. A reasonable buy for non-critical vision applications.”
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