OV5640 5MP Camera Module | Embedded Vision & Edge AI Sensor
Maximize your embedded vision capabilities with the OV5640 5MP Camera Module, a high-performance, developer-friendly imaging solution powered by the OmniVision OV5640 CMOS sensor. Engineered for seamless integration with AI-native development boards, robotics, and smart IoT systems, this open-hardware-ready camera delivers crisp 5-megapixel resolution across multiple field-of-view (FOV) and depth configurations.
Whether you need precise close-up analytics or wide-angle environmental monitoring, choose between our 60° Standard or 120° Ultra-Wide models to perfectly match your project’s optics requirements.
Key Features
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High-Resolution Imaging: Built on a 1/4″ OmniVision OV5640 CMOS sensor, delivering vibrant 2592 × 1944 pixels (5MP) output.
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Flexible Field of View (FOV): Available in 60° (standard) or 120° (ultra-wide) configurations.
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Versatile Focusing Options: Optimized for specific targeting distances, featuring model-dependent options ranging from 8 cm macro capabilities up to 4 meters.
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Industrial-Grade Resilience: Operates reliably in harsh environments with a temperature tolerance of –10°C to +65°C.
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Universal Compatibility: Native support for standard CSI interfaces, making it the perfect match for ESP32, ESP32-S3, and mainstream single-board computers (SBCs).
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Description |
| Image Sensor | OmniVision OV5640 CMOS (1/4″ format) |
| Max Resolution | 2592 × 1944 pixels (5 Megapixels) |
| Output Formats | JPEG / YUV |
| Interface Type | Standard CSI / Easy control via SCCB (I²C) |
| Operating Temp. | –10°C to +65°C (Industrial-ready) |
| Platform Ecosystem | Open-hardware architecture designed for flexible AI development |
Model Configuration Options
| Model | Field of View (FOV) | Focal Length | Aperture (F/No) | Focusing Distance |
| OV5640 (60°) | 60° (Standard) | 3.97 mm | 2.4 | 15 cm to 400 cm |
| OV5640 (120°) | 120° (Ultra-Wide) | 1.79 mm | 2.0 | 8 cm to 300 cm |
Note: Please select your preferred field of view (60° or 120°) and targeted focusing range when adding the module to your cart.
Targeted Applications
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Edge AI Vision Systems: Ideal for real-time object detection, facial recognition, and machine learning models running at the edge.
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Robotics & Autonomous Drones: Lightweight form factor paired with a 120° wide-angle lens provides exceptional spatial awareness for navigation.
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Smart IoT & Remote Monitoring: Low-power JPEG compression support makes it an excellent choice for wireless security, smart agriculture, and wildlife tracking.
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Environmental Sensing: Deployable in automated industrial visual inspection pipelines.
Developer Integration & Setup Tips
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Hardware Interface: Connects via standard Camera Serial Interface (CSI). Directly compatible with common ESP32-CAM and ESP32-S3 boards.
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Software Configuration: Easily modify camera registers and fine-tune image settings via SCCB/I²C commands using standard library SDKs.
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Image Pipelines: Seamlessly pipes high-quality compressed JPEG frames or raw YUV streams directly into your open-source computer vision algorithms.
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