OV5640 5MP USB Camera Module 66 Degree Lens UVC Plug-and-Play for Raspberry Pi & PC

Specifications:

• Sensor: OmniVision OV5640
• Resolution: 5 Megapixels (2592 × 1944)
• Lens Field of View (FOV): 66°
• Focus Type: Fixed Focus 
• Interface: USB 2.0 (UVC Compliant)
• Operating Voltage: 5V DC (via USB)
• Operating Current: 150mA – 200mA 
• Output Formats: MJPEG, YUY2
• Dimensions: Standard
• Compatible Platforms: Windows, Linux (Raspberry Pi), macOS, Android (with UVC support)

Minimum hardware to get started:

• Host Device (Raspberry Pi, PC, or SBC) : to receive the UVC video stream and execute your computer vision code (like Python/OpenCV).
• USB Cable : to provide the required 5V power and transmit the high-speed data stream to your host device.

Safety Warnings:

• Current Draw Warning: While this module draws under 200mA, running multiple cameras simultaneously on a single Raspberry Pi can overload the onboard USB controller. Use a powered external hub for multi-camera setups.
• ESD Warning: If your module arrives as an exposed PCB (without an enclosure), handle it by the edges to prevent electrostatic discharge damage to the delicate OV5640 image sensor.
  
  

Accessories
Included in the Box:

• 1× OV5640 5MP USB Camera Module (66° FOV)
• 1× USB Connecting Cable (if applicable to specific batch)

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

• Is this OV5640 USB camera compatible with Raspberry Pi?
  Yes, it is fully plug-and-play with Raspberry Pi OS and will be recognized instantly as a standard /dev/video device.
• Can I use this with Windows 10/11 or macOS?
  Yes, because it is UVC (USB Video Class) compliant, native drivers on modern desktop operating systems will recognize it automatically.
• Does this module work directly with an ESP32 or Arduino Uno?
  No, this specific version outputs via USB protocol, which requires a USB Host controller not found on standard Arduino or ESP32 boards.
• Can I use this module with NVIDIA Jetson Nano?
  Yes, it works seamlessly via USB on Linux-based single-board computers for AI and machine vision applications.
• What voltage does the OV5640 USB module require?
  It requires a standard 5V DC supply, which is provided directly through the USB connection.
• How much current does this camera draw during operation?
  It typically draws between 150mA and 200mA, depending on the active resolution and framerate.
• Can I run multiple cameras on a single unpowered USB hub?
  No, running multiple cameras will likely exceed the USB port's power limits; a powered USB 3.0 hub is strongly recommended.
• Do I need to solder any pins to use this camera?
  No, this module is designed to connect directly via a standard USB cable, requiring zero soldering.
• Can I cut the USB cable and wire it directly to a custom PCB?
  Yes, it uses the standard 4-wire USB 2.0 protocol consisting of 5V (Red), D- (White), D+ (Green), and GND (Black).
• Can I cut the USB cable and wire it directly to a custom PCB?
  Yes, it uses the standard 4-wire USB 2.0 protocol consisting of 5V (Red), D- (White), D+ (Green), and GND (Black).
• Do I need to install custom drivers for this camera?
  No, it is a UVC-compliant device that works completely driver-free on almost all modern operating systems.
• How do I access the video feed in Python?
  You can easily stream video using the standard OpenCV library with the cv2.VideoCapture(0) function call.
• Can I adjust hardware settings like exposure and white balance via software? Yes, standard UVC control software, such as v4l2-ctl on Linux or Windows Camera settings, can manipulate the module's hardware parameters.

FixedFocus Camera Comparison at Different Field of View (FOV)