Description
Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12 Replacement Camera in the Cam-23964 variant is an M12 high resolution lens designed for use with the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12. This version features 14MP resolution, an ultra wide 184.6° diagonal field of view, and a 2.72mm focal length, making it suitable for panoramic imaging, wide-area monitoring, robotics vision, and experimental camera projects that need a very wide viewing angle.
This Cam-23964 lens uses an M12 x P0.5 mount and is intended as a replacement or alternative lens for compatible M12 mount camera modules. Its ultra wide angle design is useful when you want to capture more of a scene in a single frame, especially in compact Raspberry Pi camera setups, machine vision experiments, and custom embedded imaging systems.
Features
- Cam-23964 variant with 2.72mm focal length.
- 14MP high resolution M12 lens for detailed image capture.
- 184.6° diagonal ultra wide angle for broad scene coverage.
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12 and similar M12 mount camera modules.
- M12 x P0.5 mount for compact camera integration.
- Suitable for panoramic imaging, wide-area monitoring, and embedded vision.
- Ultra wide angle view is helpful for capturing more content in limited installation space.
- Designed as a replacement lens for M12 mount camera systems.
Specifications
| Cam-23964 / WS1842714 | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 14MP |
| Focal Length | 2.72mm |
| Aperture | F2.5 |
| Back Focus Length | 3.06mm |
| Distortion | < -21% |
| Mount | M12 x P0.5 |
| Operating Temperature | -30 to +75°C |
| Construction | 8G + IR |
| Weight | 9g |
| Image Format | 1/2.3 inch |
| Field of View, Diagonal | 184.6° |
| Field of View, Horizontal | 140.0° |
| Field of View, Vertical | 102.6° |
Applications
- Raspberry Pi camera projects that need an ultra wide field of view.
- Panoramic imaging and wide-area scene capture.
- Robotics vision systems that benefit from broader scene awareness.
- Embedded machine vision experiments and prototype camera systems.
- Indoor monitoring and wide-angle observation setups.
- Educational imaging projects using M12 camera modules.
Product List
- Cam-23964 M12 lens × 1
Other Content
Important note: this SKU is the lens only. The M12 mount camera module, Raspberry Pi board, and FFC cable shown in some example photos are not included.
Mounting compatibility: this lens is suitable for the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12 and other compatible M12 mount camera modules.
Related reading on OpenELAB: Raspberry Pi Ecosystem Overview, Waveshare Ecosystem Overview.
Resources
- Waveshare Wiki
- Raspberry Pi Camera Documentation
- Raspberry Pi Camera Software Documentation
- Raspberry Pi Getting Started
- Raspberry Pi Documentation Center
FAQ
1. Does this SKU include the camera module?
No. Cam-23964 is the lens only. The M12 camera module is not included.
2. What is the focal length of this variant?
This variant uses a 2.72mm focal length.
3. What is the field of view?
It provides an ultra wide 184.6° diagonal field of view, with 140.0° horizontal and 102.6° vertical coverage.
4. Which camera system is it compatible with?
It is suitable for the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12 and other compatible M12 mount camera modules.