8MP UVC Camera Module with Wide Angle M12 Lens for Windows, Linux, Android, and Mac OS
SKU
B0446
- [Plug-and-Play] UVC-compliant, No additional driver is needed.
- [Ultra HD] Based on performance 8MP color image sensor
- [Wide-Angle] Armed with a wide angle low distortion M12 Lens
- [Onboard ISP] Integrated hardware ISP. Support auto exposure, auto white balance, etc.
- [Upgraded item available now] Select B044601 with HDR and AI Resolution enhanced.
As low as
$54.99
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Overview
It is a fully UVC-compliant plug-and-play solution with a robust metal housing that works seamlessly on Windows, Linux, Android, and macOS with no driver installation required. Built on a high-performance 8MP color image sensor, it delivers sharp Ultra HD visuals suitable for a wide range of vision applications. The module comes equipped with a wide-angle, low-distortion M12 lens for accurate and extended scene coverage, while the onboard hardware ISP ensures consistent image quality with auto exposure, auto white balance, and other essential controls handled directly on the device. An upgraded version B044601 is also available, featuring enhanced HDR imaging and AI-optimized resolutions for more demanding computer-vision workflows.
Applications
- Home video surveillance system
- Live streaming
- Video conference
- Monitoring 3D printer
- Dashcam
Features
- Plug-and-Play UVC Compatibility:
It is fully UVC-compliant, enabling seamless plug-and-play operation on Windows, Linux, Android, and macOS without any driver installation. It integrates easily into existing systems for rapid deployment. - Low-Distortion Wide-Angle M12 Lens:
The integrated M12 lens offers an wide horizontal field of view with low optical distortion, ensuring accurate scene capture for robotics, smart terminals, people detection, and other spatial-awareness applications. - Onboard Hardware ISP:
Featuring a built-in image signal processor, the camera delivers consistent, high-quality output with hardware-level enhancements. - Upgraded Variant with HDR and AI Resolutions:
A new enhanced version of the module - B044601 is available for selection, adding High Dynamic Range (HDR) for superior performance in challenging lighting and AI-optimized YUV resolutions for edge inference.
Specifications
| General Sepcs | B044601 | B0446-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Image Sensor | ||
| Still Resolution | 8MP | 8MP |
| Color Filter Type | Color | Color |
| Shutter Type | Rolling | Rolling |
| Optical Size | 1/2.8'' | 1/3.2" |
| Output Format | MJPG/YUY2 | MJPG/YUY2 |
| Pixel Size | 1.6 µm x 1.6 µm | 1.4 µm x 1.4 µm |
| Sensor Active Area | 3264(H)x2448(V) | 3264(H)x2448(V) |
| Frame Rate | MJPG: 3264x2448@25fps, 2592x1944@25fps; 1920x1080@30fps, 1600x1200@30fps; 1280x720@30fps, 640x480@30fps; |
MJPG: 3264×2448@30fps, 2592x1944@30fps; 1920x1080@30fps, 1600x1200@30fps; 1280x720@30fps, 640x480@30fps; YUY2: 3264×2448@1fps, 2592x1944@2fps; 1920x1080@5fps, 1600x1200@5fps; 1280x720@10fps, 640x480@30fps; |
| Frame Rate(AI Resolution(YUV)) | 640x480@30fps, 320x240@30fps; 320x320@30fps, 128x128@30fps; 96x96@30fps; |
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| Lens | ||
| IR Sensitivity | Integral 650nm IR Filter, visible light only | Integral 650nm IR Filter, visible light only |
| Focus Type | Fixed Focus | Fixed Focus |
| FOV | 101°(D)×85°(H)×65°(V) | 130°(D)x115°(H)x90°(V) |
| Lens Mount | M12-S | M12-S |
| F.NO | F2.7±5% | F2.1±5% |
| E.F.L | 2.7mm | 2.1mm |
| Default Focus Range | 300cm-∞ | 300cm-∞ |
| Distortion | <-1.0% | <20% |
| USB Interface | ||
| Interface | USB 2.0 Device | USB 2.0 Device |
| Connector | B4B-ZR JST | B4B-ZR JST |
| UVC Compliant | No additional drivers required | No additional drivers required |
| Electrical and Mechanical | ||
| Operating Voltage | DC 5V +/- 5% | DC 5V +/- 5% |
| Operating Temp. | 32°F-158°F (0°C to 70°C) | 32°F-158°F (0°C to 70°C) |
| Power Consumption | 1.1W | 0.8W |
| Camera Board Size | 32mm x 32mm x 1.6mm | 38mm x 38mm x 1.6mm |
| Functionality and Compatibility | ||
| HDR Support | Yes | NO |
| Enclosure | with Metal Enclosure | without Enclosure |
| Supported OS | Windows, Linux, Android | Windows, Linux, Android |
| Recommend Sample Application | Amcap for Windows, qv4l2 for Linux | Amcap for Windows, qv4l2 for Linux |
| UVC Controls | Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, White Balance (Auto/Manual), Gain, Lowlight Compensation, Focus (Auto/Manual), Exposure (Manual/Auto) | Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Saturation, Sharpness, Gamma, White Balance, Backlight Comp, Gain |
Package Including
- 1 x Arducam 8MP Wide Angle USB Camera Module
- 1 x USB Cable (1m)
- 1 x Quick start guide
Note
- The package contains small contents, please keep it away from children to avoid accidental ingestion
- After receiving the package, please confirm whether the contents of the package are consistent with the description.
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Customization
About Arducam's Customization Services:
If off-the-shelf solutions don't meet your needs, Arducam offers end-to-end custom camera design services to help you turn your ideas into real products. From early concept to mass production, we work closely with you to tailor an imaging solution to meet your unique technical requirements and product goals.
What can Arducam customize?
Sensor/Lens/circuit/interface;
Optical filter/housing/ISP, and more.
For more information about Arducam's custom design, please refer to: Arducam Custom Design