OV5648 5MP USB Camera Module with Auto Focus

The OV5648 5MP Autofocus USB Camera Module from DFRobot is a compact image capture solution for computer vision applications and prototyping projects. The module is based on the high-quality 1/4-inch OV5648 CMOS sensor from OmniVision and delivers still images as well as videos with a maximum resolution of 2592 × 1944 pixels. The integrated autofocus automatically focuses objects from 30 cm to infinity, eliminating the need for manual adjustments. As a fully UVC-compliant device, the camera works without driver installation on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.

Features:

Autofocus enables automatic focusing from 30 cm to infinity without manual adjustment
UVC compliance ensures driver-free operation on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
Dual video formats offer flexibility with MJPEG for high frame rates and YUY2 for lossless data
Maximum resolution of 2592 × 1944 pixels delivers detailed stills and videos
Compact form factor allows easy integration into embedded systems and enclosures
Rolling shutter technology is suitable for static scenes and slow movements

Applications:

Computer vision projects with Raspberry Pi or NVIDIA Jetson for object recognition
Facial recognition and biometric access control systems
High-resolution document scanning and OCR applications
Robotics projects with autonomous navigation and image processing
Live streaming and video conferencing in educational institutions

Documentation:

GitHub – DFRobot FIT1023

Specifications:

Manufacturer: DFRobot
Manufacturer SKU: FIT1023
Image sensor: OV5648 CMOS, 1/4 inch
Active pixels: 2592 × 1944 (5 MP)
Pixel size: 1.4 μm × 1.4 μm
Output formats: MJPEG, YUY2
Resolutions and frame rates MJPEG: 640 × 480 @ 30 fps, 960 × 540 @ 30 fps, 1280 × 720 @ 30 fps, 1920 × 1080 @ 30 fps, 2592 × 1944 @ 15 fps
Resolutions and frame rates YUY2: 640 × 480 @ 30 fps, 960 × 540 @ 15 fps, 1280 × 720 @ 8 fps, 1920 × 1080 @ 5 fps, 2592 × 1944 @ 2 fps
Signal-to-noise ratio: 34 dB
Maximum dynamic range: 67 dB
Field of view (FOV): 65.4° diagonal
Shutter type: Rolling shutter
Focus type: Autofocus
Focus range: 30 cm to infinity
Minimum illumination: 600 mV/(lux-sec)
Interface: USB 2.0
Supply voltage: 5 V ±5 %
Power consumption: Max. 1000 mW
Supported operating systems: Windows XP/Vista/7/8.1/10, macOS, Linux 2.6.2+, Android (UVC-compliant)
Operating temperature: 0 °C to +50 °C
Storage temperature: -30 °C to +70 °C
Package dimensions: 130 × 90 mm
Gross weight: 18 g