Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3

Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3: 12MP Autofocus Camera with HDR for Raspberry Pi

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Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 features a 12MP Sony IMX708 sensor, autofocus, and HDR. Compatible with all Raspberry Pi models, including Pi 5. Order yours today.

Product Description

Take sharper photos and clearer video with the Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3, the official camera with autofocus, HDR, and a 12-megapixel sensor. Built around the Sony IMX708 sensor, it gives your Raspberry Pi projects image quality that fixed-focus cameras can’t match, whether you’re building a security camera, a wildlife trap, a robot, or a time-lapse rig.

Autofocus That Does the Work for You

Unlike earlier Raspberry Pi cameras, Camera Module 3 has phase detection autofocus (PDAF). It locks onto subjects quickly and smoothly, so close-up shots of circuit boards and distant scenes both come out crisp. You can also set focus manually from software when you need full control.

Key Features

• 12-megapixel Sony IMX708 sensor: high-resolution stills up to 4608 x 2592
• Phase detection autofocus: fast, accurate focusing from close-up to infinity
• HDR mode: better detail in high-contrast scenes, such as bright windows and dark interiors
• Full HD video: up to 1080p50, plus 720p100 and 480p120 for slow motion
• Compatible with all Raspberry Pi models: works with Raspberry Pi 5, 4, 3, Zero, and Compute Module boards
• Software support: works with libcamera and Picamera2 on Raspberry Pi OS
• Four versions available: Standard, Wide, NoIR, and NoIR Wide

Choose the Right Version

• Standard: all-round camera with a 66° horizontal field of view and an IR filter for natural colours
• Wide: 102° horizontal field of view, ideal for room monitoring and robotics
• NoIR: no infrared filter, for night vision projects when paired with IR lighting
• NoIR Wide: wide-angle view plus infrared sensitivity, ideal for low-light surveillance

Perfect For

• Home security and doorbell cameras
• Time-lapse and wildlife photography
• Robotics and computer vision projects
• AI and machine learning applications (object detection, face recognition)
• Barcode scanning, 3D printer monitoring, and macro photography

Technical Specifications

What’s in the Box

• 1 × Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 (your chosen version)
• 1 × 200 mm camera cable

Important note for Pi 5 and Pi Zero users: these boards use a smaller camera connector and need a different adapter cable, sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Camera Module 3 work with Raspberry Pi 5?
Yes. You’ll need a Pi 5-compatible camera cable, which has a smaller connector on the board end.

What’s the difference between the Standard and NoIR versions?
The Standard version has an infrared filter for accurate daytime colours. The NoIR version removes it, making it better for night vision with infrared illumination, but colours will look different in daylight.

Can I use it with older Raspberry Pi models?
Yes, but you’ll need a current version of Raspberry Pi OS with libcamera support.