OV5648 5MP USB Camera Module with 120° Wide Angle Lens UVC Compliant

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 5V DC (via USB)
• Sensor Chip: Omnivision OV5648 (1/4" CMOS)
• Maximum Resolution: 5 Megapixels (2592 × 1944)
• Field of View (FOV): 120° Wide Angle
• Interface: USB 2.0 (UVC - USB Video Class Compliant)
• Focus Type: Fixed Focus
• Output Formats: MJPEG / YUY2
• Supported OS: Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Android (requires UVC support)
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Connector Type: Standard USB Type-A (via cable)

Minimum hardware to get started:

• Raspberry Pi, PC, or Android Device (with OTG): To process the video feed and run your OpenCV or recording software.
• Available USB 2.0 Port: To power the camera and handle the high-speed data transfer (MJPEG/YUY2) without bottlenecking the frame rate.

Safety Warnings:

• ESD Sensitivity: While the USB interface is plug-and-play, the camera module itself is an exposed PCB. Handle it by the edges to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging the OV5648 imaging sensor.
• Bandwidth Limits: Do not run this high-resolution camera through an unpowered USB hub with other high-data devices, as it may cause frame drops or failure to initialize.

Accessories
Included in the Box:

• 1× OV5648 5MP USB Camera Module (with 120° Wide Angle Lens)
• 1× Attached USB Type-A Cable 

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

• Is the OV5648 USB Camera Module compatible with Raspberry Pi?
  Yes, it is fully plug-and-play compatible with Raspberry Pi running Raspberry Pi OS, working instantly via the USB port.
• Does this camera work with Windows and Mac OS?
  Yes, it is UVC (USB Video Class) compliant, meaning it requires no extra drivers and is recognized as a standard webcam on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
• Can I use this with an Android device?
  Yes, provided your Android device supports OTG (On-The-Go) and you use a compatible UVC camera app from the Play Store.
• Is this camera compatible with Nvidia Jetson Nano?
  Yes, the Jetson Nano supports standard USB cameras, making it an excellent choice for AI and machine vision projects on the platform.
• What voltage does the camera module require?
  The camera operates on standard 5V DC, which is supplied directly through the USB connection.
• How much current does the camera draw during operation?
  While it varies slightly based on resolution and frame rate, it typically draws around 150mA to 250mA during active video streaming.
• Can I plug this into an unpowered USB hub?
  It is highly recommended to plug it directly into the host device's main USB ports or a powered USB hub to ensure stable power delivery and prevent frame drops.
• What type of connector does the camera use?
  It uses a standard USB Type-A connector at the end of the included cable, ready to plug into standard USB ports.
• Can I extend the cable length?
  Yes, you can use a high-quality USB 2.0 active extension cable, though passive extensions beyond 2 meters may cause signal degradation.
• Does this use the MIPI CSI ribbon cable connector like the standard Pi Camera?
  No, this specific module connects purely over USB, which leaves your MIPI CSI port free for other specialized camera modules.
• Do I need to install custom drivers to use this camera?
  No, because it is UVC compliant, your operating system will automatically load the necessary generic drivers upon connection.
• Which Python library is best for reading the video feed?
  OpenCV (cv2) is the industry standard for reading and processing video streams from USB cameras in Python.
• Will this work with standard web-conferencing software?
  Yes, software like Zoom, Skype, or OBS will instantly recognize it as a selectable video capture device