Podazz Zero W Camera 5MP with Adapter Cable for Pi Camera, Pi Model A/B/B+, Pi 2, Pi 3, 3B+, Pi 4B Ras Pi 4 with OV5647 Sensor Video Webcam
$22.99
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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 Podazz Zero W Camera 5MP with Adapter Cable for Pi Camera, Pi Model A/B/B+, Pi 2, Pi 3, 3B+, Pi 4B Ras Pi 4 with OV5647 Sensor Video Webcam delivers solid performance for its category. With Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080P), Frame Rate: 30fps (1080P) / 15fps (4K), Sensor: 1/3" CMOS, 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.
Overall, the Podazz Zero W Camera 5MP with Adapter Cable for Pi Camera, Pi Model A/B/B+, Pi 2, Pi 3, 3B+, Pi 4B Ras Pi 4 with OV5647 Sensor Video Webcam fills its role well. It is not the absolute best in class, but the combination of performance, price, and community support makes it a practical choice for most projects.
What We Like
- Well-documented driver support for Linux and RTOS
- Low power draw suitable for battery-powered monitoring
- Multiple interface options for different host platforms
- Wide-angle lens option covers more of the scene
Watch Out For
- Ribbon cable is fragile and difficult to re-seat
- Focus distance fixed on many budget modules
- Rolling shutter causes artifacts with fast-moving subjects
Specifications
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (1080P) |
| Frame Rate | 30fps (1080P) / 15fps (4K) |
| Sensor | 1/3" CMOS |
| FOV | 90° |
| Focus | Auto-focus |
| Connection | USB 2.0 (UVC compatible) |
| Microphone | Built-in dual mic |
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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