Fisheye Camera Module for Raspberry Pi Zero – 160 Degree 5MP

The awesome versatility of Raspberry Pi Boards never fails to spark fantastic ideas in us Makers. These mini computers are capable of diverse tasks and applications. Utilising Camera Modules to view the world, Raspberry Pi Boards perform post-processing and other tasks with that imagery for even more advanced and complex projects than simple image or video recording, and that’s why they’re often used for basic AI Vision and machine learning applications. If that gets you excited, this official Camera Module is a great start to adding eyes to your Raspberry Pi Zero with a 160-degree field of view.

This Fisheye Lens Camera is an official module that fits directly into your Raspberry Pi Zero W or another development board compatible with its integrated ribbon-style connection. Offering a 5-megapixel fixed-focus camera, this module allows you to record videos or still images with a 160-degree field of view. You can enjoy its easy plug-and-play compatibility with Raspbian software and get started straight away.

For Makers looking for a spark of inspiration, the Raspberry Pi Zero Camera Module is ideal for time-lapse photography and motion detection security systems. With its fisheye lens, you can capture fun action-packed footage, stake out your 3D Printing for time-lapses of your 3D prints, or take on an ambitious DIY project to Automate your kitchen lights as you walk in for a midnight snack.

Typical Applications for Raspberry Pi Camera Module:

The Raspberry Pi Camera is simple and easy enough for anyone to plug in and get started with, although it also opens up some unique new possibilities for advanced tinkerers and makers to experiment with. As such, projects involving the Raspberry Pi Camera include:

• Setting up time-lapse videos for watching plants grow in a classroom or at home
• Making slow-motion videos of science experiments or other rapid actions and reactions
• Building a home security system to sense intruders and sound an alarm
• Creating a wildlife camera trap to spot and record passing animals or catch an intruding animal

The RPi Camera can also be utilized to give videos various effects, and as such could be a great tool for both electronic, as well as video production experimentation. So, whether you are new to the world of Raspberry Pi or are a seasoned veteran looking for a new gadget to experiment with, the Raspberry Pi Camera is not only easy to use but is also very affordable when compared to digital cameras of similar quality.