Description
The Waveshare OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) is a compact USB camera module built around the OV4689 sensor. It provides 4MP image capture, a 92 degree distortion-free field of view, USB 2.0 Type-C connectivity, and an SH1.0 4PIN header for embedded camera integration.
This OV4689 4MP USB camera is designed for plug-and-play USB hosts such as PCs, smart devices, Raspberry Pi, Jetson kits, and other Linux or UVC-capable systems. Host boards are not included, but the module is useful for robotics vision, visual inspection, education labs, maker projects, video capture tests, and compact machine-vision prototypes.
Compared with a bare image sensor board, the Waveshare OV4689 USB Camera gives users a ready USB interface, official pinout and dimension drawings, a packaged cable, and Waveshare documentation. That makes it easier to validate camera placement, lens FOV, USB bandwidth, and application software before designing a custom carrier or enclosure.
Features
- OV4689 4MP sensor for detailed image capture in embedded vision and USB camera projects.
- 92 degree distortion-free lens for a balanced field of view without extreme fisheye distortion.
- USB 2.0 Type-C port plus SH1.0 4PIN header for flexible host connection.
- Driver-free, plug-and-play design for common USB hosts according to Waveshare.
- Official frame-rate table includes 2688 x 1520, 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, and 640 x 480 modes.
- Supports 60 FPS output at selected lower resolutions according to the official detail page.
- Backside-illuminated OV4689 technology helps improve imaging performance in lower-light scenes.
- Official detail images cover lens information, host connection, pinout definition, and mechanical dimensions.
Specifications
| OpenELAB SKU | Waveshare-34767 |
| GTIN | 17841945702839 |
| Official Part No. | OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) |
| Sensor | OV4689 |
| Camera Resolution | 4MP |
| Field of View | 92 degrees |
| Lens | Distortion-free lens according to Waveshare |
| Interface | USB 2.0 Type-C port / SH1.0 4PIN header |
| Static Image Modes | 30 FPS 2688 x 1520; 30 FPS 2560 x 1440; 60 FPS 1920 x 1080; 60 FPS 1280 x 720; 60 FPS 640 x 480 |
| Dynamic Image Modes | 2 FPS 2688 x 1520; 2 FPS 2560 x 1440; 5 FPS 1920 x 1080; 10 FPS 1280 x 720; 30 FPS 640 x 480 |
| Host Type | USB host device; host board not included |
| Official Weight | 0.015 kg |
Applications
- Embedded vision, USB camera evaluation, and machine-vision proof of concept work.
- Robotics visual sensing, lab imaging, inspection fixtures, and compact product demos.
- Raspberry Pi, Jetson, Linux PC, Windows PC, and smart-device image capture testing.
- Education, maker-space projects, UVC camera experiments, and OpenCV-based prototypes.
- Video conferencing, field-of-view comparison, enclosure planning, and camera-module integration trials.
Product List
- OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) x1
- SH1.0 4PIN dual plug cable x1
Other Content
Camera overview: The official overview confirms the OV4689 sensor, USB 2.0 Type-C port, SH1.0 4PIN header, 92 degree lens, and plug-and-play positioning.
4MP image capture: Use the official resolution information to select the proper capture mode for preview, recording, inspection, or computer-vision processing.
Lens behavior: The 92 degree distortion-free lens is suitable when the project needs a practical wide view without aggressive fisheye distortion.
USB plug-and-play: The USB detail image shows the Type-C connection and host-side plug-and-play use case for computers and smart devices.
Host connection example: The Raspberry Pi 5 example is useful as a USB host reference. The camera module does not include the Raspberry Pi or other host board.
Pinout definition: Review the SH1.0 4PIN pinout before integrating the cable connection into a fixture, enclosure, or carrier-board layout.
Outline dimensions: The official mechanical drawing helps confirm mounting clearance, cable direction, lens position, and front-panel spacing.
Resources
- Official Waveshare OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) documentation
- Waveshare Wiki documentation portal
- Linux UVC camera driver documentation
- OpenCV documentation for computer vision development
- Raspberry Pi camera software documentation
- NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano developer kit user guide
FAQ
Which sensor does the Waveshare OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) use?
It uses the OV4689 4MP sensor.
What field of view does this USB camera provide?
The official page lists a 92 degree FOV with a distortion-free lens.
Is the OV4689 4MP USB Camera plug-and-play?
Yes. Waveshare describes the camera as driver-free and plug-and-play for common USB hosts.
Are Raspberry Pi, Jetson, or PC host devices included?
No. This listing includes the camera module and cable only; host devices are not included.
What is included in the package?
The official package list includes one OV4689 4MP USB Camera (A) and one SH1.0 4PIN dual plug cable.