Seeed Studio XIAO Vision AI Camera
Seeed Studio XIAO Vision AI Camera
Description
Seeed Studio XIAO Vision AI Camera is a compact edge AI camera built around Grove Vision AI V2, XIAO ESP32-C3, and a 5MP OV5647 camera. This ready-to-use smart vision camera gives you a practical way to start tinyML, object detection, AI vision prototyping, and connected smart camera projects without building the enclosure and camera stack from scratch.
The core of this camera is the Himax WiseEye2 HX6538 platform with Arm Cortex-M55 and Ethos-U55, which makes this edge AI camera a practical choice for smart vision camera work, Home Assistant vision automation, and tinyML camera experiments. With Seeed Studio SenseCraft AI, the XIAO Vision AI Camera can move from model selection to browser visualization quickly, while XIAO ESP32-C3 adds Wi-Fi for remote monitoring and local automation flows.

Features
- Ready-made edge AI camera stack that combines Grove Vision AI V2, XIAO ESP32-C3, OV5647, and a foldable 3D-printed enclosure.
- Himax WiseEye2 HX6538 with Arm Cortex-M55 and Ethos-U55 for efficient on-device tinyML and AI vision workloads.
- No-code and low-code deployment through Seeed Studio SenseCraft AI for faster AI model testing and visualization.
- Wi-Fi smart vision camera workflow through XIAO ESP32-C3 for browser access, notifications, and connected automation.
- Open-source holder and examples for easier remixing, enclosure adaptation, and project customization.
- Compact smart camera form factor suited for desktop prototypes, embedded demos, and lightweight edge AI camera deployments.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Seeed Studio |
| Product Name | XIAO Vision AI Camera |
| Camera Sensor | OmniVision OV5647 |
| Still Resolution | 2592 × 1944, 5MP |
| Field of View | 62° |
| Video Modes | 1080p @ 30 fps, 720p @ 60 fps |
| Pixel Size | 1.4 μm × 1.4 μm |
| Focal Length | 3.4 mm, adjustable |
| Aperture | F/2.8 |
| CMOS Size | 1/4″ |
| Master Controller | XIAO ESP32-C3, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0, single-core RISC-V, up to 160MHz, 400KB SRAM, 4MB Flash |
| Vision Processor | Grove Vision AI Module V2 with Himax WiseEye2 HX6538, dual-core Arm Cortex-M55, Ethos-U55 microNPU |
| Interfaces | CSI camera connector, Grove I²C / UART / SPI, microSD card slot, PDM microphone |
| Power Input | 5V via USB Type-C |
| Baud Rate | 115200 bps |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Enclosure Size | 31 × 49 × 32 mm |
| Enclosure Material | PLA, white, 3D printed |
Applications
Seeed Studio XIAO Vision AI Camera fits projects that need a compact edge AI camera, a flexible smart vision camera, and a fast path into tinyML camera development. Typical uses include AI vision prototyping, remote monitoring, industrial inspection, smart agriculture, portable AI camera builds, and Home Assistant vision automation.
- Smart web camera projects with local inference and browser access, based on Seeed’s official IP camera tutorial.
- Home Assistant vision automation flows for notifications, local triggers, and privacy-focused smart home use, based on Seeed’s official Home Assistant guide for Home Assistant vision automation.
- Crowd heat map and people-counting style demos with Grove Vision AI V2, based on Seeed’s official crowd analytics tutorial.
Product List
- XIAO Vision AI Camera × 1
Other Content
Hardware overview: the camera combines the vision processor, wireless controller, camera module, and holder into a compact edge AI camera body that is much easier to prototype with than a loose camera-plus-board setup.

Deployment flow: Seeed Studio SenseCraft AI keeps the AI vision workflow simple by handling model selection, deployment, and result visualization in the browser, which is why this smart vision camera works well for fast proof-of-concept work.

Quick-start path: the official flow shows how the device moves from connection to inference, making this edge AI camera and smart vision camera easier to adopt for both newcomers and experienced tinyML developers. It also makes Home Assistant vision automation easier to prototype from a single camera node.

Resources
- Seeed Studio SenseCraft AI Model Assistant
- Seeed Studio Grove Vision AI V2 Official Wiki
- Seeed Studio Intelligent IP Camera With AI Function
- Seeed Studio Connecting to Home Assistant
- Seeed Studio Crowd Heat Map Tutorial
- Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32-C3 Getting Started
- Seeed Studio HX6538 Datasheet
- Seeed Studio Himax Grove Vision AI V2 Examples
- Seeed Studio Foldable Holder Source
FAQ
What is inside the XIAO Vision AI Camera?
The XIAO Vision AI Camera combines Grove Vision AI V2, XIAO ESP32-C3, an OV5647 5MP camera, and a foldable 3D-printed holder.
Is this camera good for beginners?
Yes. The combination of SenseCraft AI, ready-made hardware, and browser visualization makes this edge AI camera a friendly starting point for tinyML camera and AI vision prototyping.
Can it work with Home Assistant?
Yes. Seeed provides an official Home Assistant workflow for Grove Vision AI V2, which makes the camera suitable for Home Assistant vision automation and local event-based triggers.
Why choose this smart vision camera instead of separate modules?
This smart vision camera already brings together the camera, wireless controller, vision processor, and enclosure, so it is faster to evaluate as a smart vision camera or compact edge AI camera.
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2.1 Germany Domestic Shipping
| Shipping Method | Order Value | Cost | Est. Delivery |
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| Deutsche Post | €0.00 - €50.00 | €4.95 | 2-4 Business Days |
| Deutsche Post | Over €50.00 | Free | 2-4 Business Days |
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DHL Paket (Faster Delivery) |
€0.00 - €50.00 | €6.95 | 1-3 Business Days |
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DHL Paket (Faster Delivery) |
€50.00 - €100.00 | €2.00 | 1-3 Business Days |
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DHL Paket (Faster Delivery) |
Over €100.00 | Free | 1-3 Business Days |
2.2 Selected EU Countries / Regions
Available EU shipping destinations are shown at checkout based on your shipping address. For orders shipped to selected EU countries or regions outside Germany, we use FedEx Regional Economy.
| Shipping Method | Order Value | Cost | Est. Delivery |
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| FedEx Regional Economy | €0.00 - €100.00 | €7.95 | 3-5 Business Days |
| FedEx Regional Economy | Over €100.00 | Free | 3-5 Business Days |
EU orders may be fulfilled from our Munich warehouse or, when applicable, from our Shenzhen warehouse depending on inventory availability. For EU member states, OpenELAB covers applicable import duties and taxes under DDP service where required.
2.3 United States
| Region | Shipping Method | Order Value | Cost | Est. Delivery |
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Continental U.S. (50 States) |
USPS Ground Advantage | €0.00 - €45.00 | €4.95 | 3-7 Business Days |
| USPS Ground Advantage | Over €45.00 | Free | 3-7 Business Days | |
| USPS Priority Mail | €0.00 - €45.00 | €16.95 | 1-4 Business Days | |
| USPS Priority Mail | Over €45.00 | €14.95 | 1-4 Business Days | |
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Non-Continental U.S. (AK, HI, PR, etc.) |
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For selected international destinations outside the EU, including Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Norway, shipping rates are as follows:
| Order Amount | Shipping Cost |
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| €0.00 - €300.00 | €19.95 |
| Over €300.00 | Free |
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3.2 Arlington Warehouse
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3.3 Shenzhen Warehouse
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For EU Member States:
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6. VAT
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