This Megapixel USB Wide-angle Camera delivers 1280×720 resolution with an expansive 140° field of view (FOV), ideal for capturing broad scenes in embedded vision projects. Compliant with the UVC protocol, it offers true plug-and-play functionality—no drivers required. Compatible with Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson Nano, and devices running Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS, its compact 38×38mm size enables seamless integration into face recognition systems, security monitors, robotics, and remote teaching tools.
Key Features
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Plug-and-Play: Works instantly via USB 2.0 OTG on UVC-compatible systems.
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Wide-Angle Clarity: 140° FOV lens captures 45% more area than standard 90° cameras.
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Low-Light Performance: 0.051 lux sensitivity ensures usable images in near darkness.
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Flexible Formats: Supports MJPEG/YUV2 (YUYV) streaming for bandwidth/quality optimization.
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Night Vision Ready: Pair with 850/940nm IR lenses and IR light boards for 24/7 surveillance.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
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| Model | Megapixel 720p USB Wide-angle Camera (e.g., MP720P-140UVC) |
| Sensor | 1/4" CMOS |
| Max Resolution | 1280×720 (HD) |
| Frame Rates | MJPEG: 720p@25fps, 800×600@30fps, 640×480@25fps |
| Field of View | 140° |
| Special Functions | Lens correction, defective pixel fix, black sun cancellation |
| Low-Light Threshold | 0.051 lux (usable visibility in moonlight) |
| Shutter | Electronic rolling shutter / Frame exposure |
| Power | 5V DC via USB, 120–220mA current (0.6–1.1W) |
| Dimensions/Weight | 38×38mm (compatible with 32×32mm mounts), 30g |
| Temperature Range | Operating: 0°C–60°C |
Software & Compatibility
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Auto-Adjustments: Exposure (AEC), white balance (AWB), gain (AGC), brightness/contrast/saturation.
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UVC Compliance: Native support on Raspberry Pi (use or tools) and NVIDIA Jetson (via V4L2)
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IR Integration: Connect to 2P-2.0mm socket IR light boards for night vision.
Applications
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AI Vision: Face recognition, object detection on edge devices (Jetson Nano/RPi)
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Security: Wide-area monitoring with IR-assisted night vision.
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Education: Remote teaching with HD video streaming.
- Robotics: Lightweight vision module for autonomous navigation.
Package Contents
- Megapixel 720p USB Wide-angle Camera ×1
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USB Cable ×1
Advantages
- Space-Efficient: 38mm² footprint fits tight enclosures (drones, smart displays)
- Energy-Smart: <1.1W power draw suits battery-powered IoT devices.
- Harsh-Environment Ready: Withstands -20°C to 75°C storage temps.
- Developer-Friendly: UVC + MJPEG simplifies integration with OpenCV/Python workflows