Description
Features:
- 8 megapixel IMX179 sensor
- 3288x2512 resolution
- USB interface, UVC protocol, driver-free, plug-and-play
- DSP
- Automatic white balance (AWB)
- Automatic exposure (AEC)
- Automatic gain control (AGC)
- Camera specifications
- CCD size: 1/3.2inch
- Aperture (F): 1.8
- Focal Length: 2.8mm
- Field of View (Diagonal): 145 degree
- Mic specifications
- Sensitivity: -26dB (1kHz 1Pa)
- Interface: USB2.0
- Image formats: MJPEG, YUY2
- Operating temperature: 0 degreeC ~ 50 degree C
- Dimension: 38mmx38mm
- Supported OS: Windows, Linux
PACKAGE CONTENT
- IMX179 8MP USB Camera (A) x1
- USB to 4-pin cable x1
Development Resources
Wiki :www.waveshare.com/wiki/IMX179_8MP_USB_Camera_(A)
FAQs:
Q: What are the key features of the IMX179 8MP USB Camera?
A: The key features include an 8-megapixel IMX179 sensor, 3288x2512 resolution, USB interface, UVC protocol (driver-free), automatic white balance, exposure control, gain control, and an embedded microphone. It's also compatible with Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano.
Q: What is the field of view (FOV) of the camera lens?
A: The camera has a 145° diagonal field of view due to its fisheye lens.
Q: Does this camera require any drivers to be installed?
A: No, the camera uses the UVC protocol and is driver-free, making it plug-and-play on most operating systems like Windows and Linux.
Q: Can I use this camera for video recording?
A: Yes, the camera supports video recording in MJPEG and YUY2 formats.
Q: Does the camera have audio recording capabilities?
A: Yes, the camera includes an embedded microphone with -26dB sensitivity, allowing for audio recording along with video.
