IMX179 8MP Autofocus USB Camera Module with Microphone for Raspberry Pi/ NVIDIA / LattePanda

The IMX179 8MP USB Camera Module is a robust and adaptable imaging solution highly suited for various embedded applications. Central to its design is the Sony IMX179 image sensor, which provides outstanding 8-megapixel resolution, dynamic autofocus, and straightforward plug-and-play capabilities via a standard USB 2.0 interface. Utilizing the USB Video Class (UVC) protocol, this camera ensures easy integration without the need for specialized drivers, offering immediate compatibility across numerous hardware platforms and operating systems such as Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, LattePanda, RDK X5, and PCs. Boasting a max resolution of 3280×2464 and smooth video output at 30 FPS at 1080p, the camera is specifically engineered to handle demanding tasks in sectors like machine vision, security surveillance, and high-definition video conferencing.

With its 1/3.2-inch Sony IMX179 sensor, this imaging powerhouse captures both still images and video with remarkable detail and color fidelity. The 8-megapixel resolution allows for clear capture of minute details, making it ideal for applications like document scanning, quality control inspection, and identity verification. Supporting multiple output formats such as MJPEG and YUY2, the camera provides the versatility needed to balance image quality and bandwidth for various project requirements.

Equipped with an advanced autofocus system, the camera automatically adjusts its lens to maintain sharp focus across a range of distances, from as close as 10cm to infinity. This automatic focusing capability obviates the need for manual adjustments, ensuring consistent image quality in dynamic environments where the distance to the subject might change. Such a feature proves invaluable for uses like interactive kiosks, educational document cameras, or machine vision systems tasked with tracking moving objects.

The design of this camera prioritizes ease of integration and rapid deployment, adhering to UVC standards for genuine driver-free operation across diverse operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, and Linux variants like Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, LattePanda, and RDK X5, among others. The USB 2.0 Type-A connection streamlines physical integration, significantly cutting down development time and allowing developers to concentrate on their core applications instead of complex hardware setups.