Description
The Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR is the latest entry in the Official Raspberry Pi range of camera modules, offering a new 12 Megapixel Sony IMX708 image sensor, powered autofocus, improved low-light sensitivity and HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for your Raspberry Pi projects!
This NoIR version is infrared-sensitive with no InfraRed (NoIR) filter on the lens, which makes it perfect for shooting Infrared photography and taking pictures/video in low light (twilight) environments. For night photography, you’ll need to flood the target with infrared light.
The new Camera Module 3 is available with a standard 75° or wide-angle 120° lens (select version before adding to cart), giving you more options for your specific project needs. We also have a standard version which is better suited for daylight photography.
The module is capable of 4608×2592 pixel images and 4608×2592 @14 FPS/2304×1296 @56 FPS/1536×864 @120FPS video. When HDR is enabled, the resolution is limited to 2304×1296 @ 30 FPS.
Compatibility (Important!)
Accessories
- The Camera Module 3 is mechanically identical to the previous Camera Module V2 apart from the front sensor section. The new sensor is larger and may not fit all previous camera accessories
- We are in the process of updating each camera accessory in the store to indicate compatibility within the product descriptions
Software
- The Camera Module 3 can only be used with libcamera – the previous raspistill/raspivid libraries will not work
- You will need to update Raspberry Pi OS as the Camera Module 3 requires a new driver and a specific version of libcamera
Boards
- The Camera Module 3 is compatible with all Raspberry Pi boards with a full-size camera connector (CSI connector)
- To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi 5 (which has a smaller CSI connector), you will need to use a Raspberry Pi 5 camera adapter cable
- To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi Zero (which has a smaller CSI connector), you will need to use an adapter cable
Features
- Back-illuminated and stacked CMOS 12-megapixel image sensor (Sony IMX708)
- High signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
- Built-in 2D Dynamic Defect Pixel Correction (DPC)
- Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for rapid autofocus
- QBC Re-mosaic function
- HDR mode (up to 3-megapixel output)
- CSI-2 serial data output
- 2-wire serial communication (supports I2C fast mode and fast-mode plus)
- 2-wire serial control of focus mechanism
Specifications
- Sensor: Sony IMX708
- Resolution: 11.9 megapixels
- Sensor size: 7.4mm sensor diagonal
- Pixel size: 1.4μm × 1.4μm
- Horizontal/vertical: 4608 × 2592 pixels
- Common video modes: 1080p50, 720p100, 480p120
- Output: RAW10
- IR cut filter: Not present (NoIR)
- Autofocus system: Phase Detection Autofocus
- Dimensions: 25 × 24 × 11.5mm (12.4mm height for Wide variants)
- Ribbon cable length: 150mm
- Cable connector: 15 × 1mm FPC
- Compliance:
- FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B, Class B Digital Device
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU
- Production lifetime: Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 will remain in production until at least January 2030
Lens Specifications
Wide
- Effective focal length 2.75mm
- f/2.2
- Diagonal field of view 120 degrees (at 16:9)
- 35mm equivalent focal length roughly 16mm (full width) – 18mm (3:2 crop)
- Focus 5cm – infinity
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