ESP32-CAM-CH340 Camera Module integrates CH340 WiFi Bluetooth Development Board and OV2640 Camera Module USB Automatic Download
$40.49
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“A budget-friendly option that covers the basics. Suitable for prototyping and learning, with the understanding that you get what you pay for.”
Our Review
The ESP32-CAM-CH340 Camera Module integrates CH340 WiFi Bluetooth Development Board and OV2640 Camera Module USB Automatic Download delivers solid performance for its category. With Sensor: OV2640 2MP, Resolution: 1600x1200, Interface: CSI-2 (MIPI), it covers the essentials that most makers and engineers need for their projects.
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.
For the price point, the ESP32-CAM-CH340 Camera Module integrates CH340 WiFi Bluetooth Development Board and OV2640 Camera Module USB Automatic Download delivers what you need without unnecessary complexity. Recommended for hobbyists and engineers working on projects where cameras & vision components are essential.
What We Like
- Compact module integrates easily into custom enclosures
- Adjustable focus for close-up and distant subjects
- Wide-angle lens option covers more of the scene
- Decent resolution for embedded computer vision tasks
Watch Out For
- Focus distance fixed on many budget modules
- Image quality drops noticeably in low light conditions
- Auto-exposure can lag in rapidly changing lighting
Specifications
| Sensor | OV2640 2MP |
| Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Interface | CSI-2 (MIPI) |
| Frame Rate | 30fps at 720P |
| FOV | 72° |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
The Verdict
“A budget-friendly option that covers the basics. Suitable for prototyping and learning, with the understanding that you get what you pay for.”
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