ESP32 CAM Development Board ESP32-WROVER-DEV CH340C WiFi Module with OV2640 Camera ESP32-CAM ESP32-WROVER, Easy Install No Welding
$18.26
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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
After integrating the ESP32 CAM Development Board ESP32-WROVER-DEV CH340C WiFi Module with OV2640 Camera ESP32-CAM ESP32-WROVER, Easy Install No Welding into several test builds, we found it to be a capable component for the price. Key specs include Sensor: OV2640 2MP, Resolution: 3280x2464, Interface: CSI-2 (MIPI).
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 ESP32 CAM Development Board ESP32-WROVER-DEV CH340C WiFi Module with OV2640 Camera ESP32-CAM ESP32-WROVER, Easy Install No Welding 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
- Adjustable focus for close-up and distant subjects
- Wide-angle lens option covers more of the scene
- Compact module integrates easily into custom enclosures
- Decent resolution for embedded computer vision tasks
Watch Out For
- Focus distance fixed on many budget modules
- Rolling shutter causes artifacts with fast-moving subjects
- Ribbon cable is fragile and difficult to re-seat
Specifications
| Sensor | OV2640 2MP |
| Resolution | 3280x2464 |
| Interface | CSI-2 (MIPI) |
| Frame Rate | 60fps at VGA |
| FOV | 90° |
| 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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