OV7725 30W High Definition Camera Module with STM32 for Webcam, 60fps VGA Output, Low Illumination Sensitivity, SCCB Interface Programmable Image Processing
$20.79
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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
For $20.79 CAD, the OV7725 30W High Definition Camera Module with STM32 for Webcam, 60fps VGA Output, Low Illumination Sensitivity, SCCB Interface Programmable Image Processing packs respectable specs: Resolution: 2560x1440 (2K), Frame Rate: 30fps (1080P) / 15fps (4K), Sensor: 1/3" CMOS. 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.
For the price point, the OV7725 30W High Definition Camera Module with STM32 for Webcam, 60fps VGA Output, Low Illumination Sensitivity, SCCB Interface Programmable Image Processing delivers what you need without unnecessary complexity. Recommended for hobbyists and engineers working on projects where cameras & vision components are essential.
What We Like
- Compatible with OpenCV for image processing on SBCs
- Low power draw suitable for battery-powered monitoring
- Compact module integrates easily into custom enclosures
- Adjustable focus for close-up and distant subjects
Watch Out For
- Focus distance fixed on many budget modules
- No onboard image processing — all load on host MCU/SBC
- Rolling shutter causes artifacts with fast-moving subjects
Specifications
| Resolution | 2560x1440 (2K) |
| Frame Rate | 30fps (1080P) / 15fps (4K) |
| Sensor | 1/3" CMOS |
| FOV | 78° |
| Focus | Fixed focus |
| Connection | USB 2.0 (UVC compatible) |
| Microphone | None |
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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