ESP32-CAM Camera Module
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ESP32-CAM Camera Module
The ESP32-CAM is a compact, energy-efficient camera module powered by the versatile ESP32 microcontroller. It includes an OV2640 camera and an ESP32-CAM-MB micro USB to serial port adapter, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of IoT and embedded vision projects.
This module excels in intelligent IoT applications requiring wireless video monitoring, such as seamless ESP32 WiFi image uploads, efficient QR code identification, and more. Leveraging the robust ESP32 microcontroller, it provides a low-cost solution for wireless video capture and transmission, easily integrating into various systems.
Core Features of the ESP32-CAM
- Features an onboard ESP32-S module, offering integrated WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities.
- Equipped with an OV2640 camera, complete with a built-in flash for improved low-light performance.
- Includes a TF card slot, supporting up to 4GB TF cards for ample data storage.
- Enables advanced functionalities such as WiFi video monitoring and wireless image upload.
- Supports multiple sleep modes, achieving an ultra-low deep sleep current of just 6mA.
- The control interface is easily accessible via pin headers, facilitating simple integration into custom products.
- Comes bundled with the ESP32-CAM-MB Micro USB to serial port adapter, featuring a CH340 chip, eliminating the need for external converters when connecting to a PC.
Technical Specifications of the ESP32-CAM
- WiFi Module: ESP-32S
- Processor: ESP32-D0WD-V3
- Built-in Flash: 32Mbit
- RAM: 512KB Internal + 4MB External PSRAM
- Antenna: Onboard PCB antenna
- WiFi Protocol: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/e/i
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2 BR/EDR and BLE
- WiFi Modes: Station / SoftAP / SoftAP+Station
- Security: WPA/WPA2/WPA2-Enterprise/WPS
- Output Image Formats: JPEG (OV2640 support only), BMP, GRAYSCALE
- Supported TF Card: Up to 4GB
- Peripheral Interfaces: UART/SPI/I2C/PWM
- IO Ports: 9
- UART Baudrate: Default 115200bps
- Power Supply: 5V
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Transmitting Power:
- 802.11b: 17 ±2dBm (@11Mbps)
- 802.11g: 14 ±2dBm (@54Mbps)
- 802.11n: 13 ±2dBm (@HT20, MCS7)
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Receiving Sensitivity:
- CCK, 1Mbps: -90 dBm
- CCK, 11Mbps: -85 dBm
- 6Mbps (1/2 BPSK): -88 dBm
- 54Mbps (3/4 64-QAM): -70 dBm
- HT20, MCS7 (65Mbps, 72.2Mbps): -67 dBm
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Power Consumption:
- Flash off: 180mA@5V
- Flash on (max brightness): 310mA@5V
- Deep-Sleep: as low as 6mA@5V
- Modern-Sleep: as low as 20mA@5V
- Light-Sleep: as low as 6.7mA@5V
- Operating Temperature: -20 ℃ to 85 ℃
- Storage Environment: -40 ℃ to 90 ℃, <90%RH
- Dimensions: 40.5mm x 27mm x 4.5mm
Versatile Applications of the ESP32-CAM
The ESP32-CAM is perfectly suited for a variety of IoT applications, including but not limited to:
- Smart home device image uploading for enhanced security and monitoring.
- Wireless monitoring systems for both indoor and outdoor environments.
- Intelligent agriculture solutions for remote crop and livestock observation.
- Efficient QR code wireless identification systems.
- Facial recognition applications for access control and security.
Components of the ESP32-CAM
Antenna Configuration
The ESP32-CAM offers flexibility in antenna selection. To switch between the onboard and external antenna, simply adjust the position of a specific resistor:
- By default, the resistor is positioned at ①, utilizing the onboard antenna with a gain of 2dB.
- For external antenna use, carefully reposition the resistor to position ②.
The ESP32-CAM-MB Adapter
ESP32-CAM Pinout Diagram
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