Arducam 5MP OV5647 Camera Module with M12 Lens for Raspberry Pi, 1080p Video, 5MP Photos, Interchangeable Lens, Compatible with Pi A/B/B+/2/3/3B+

By replacing the fixed lens of the original Raspberry Pi camera with the common M12 lens mount system this upgraded camera gives you a wide array of inexpensive glass lens options for shooting with your Pi. The lens focuses by threading into the board mount and this allows for extremely close up macro photography. This camera worked right out of the box with both a Pi model B and a Pi 2 model B however it will not fit into cases designed for the original Raspberry Pi camera as the board is larger.

I had the picam before and accidentally scratched the lens when trying to adjust the focal length. I decided to take a chance on this one because of the adjustable lens. This works just as well as the raspberry pi cam for my needs - close-up on small film frames. This worked with my Raspberry Pi 4 instantly, no issues, no firmware upgrades. Plug and play. The footprint of the circuit board is a bit bulky, but it's not an issue for my needs.

Perfect quality for the price, easy to use and good quality

Purchased this to use as a time lapse / monitor camera for my octoprint server. It connected and was recognized with a simple restart of the RPI3B. Overall:The Good:- Picture is of decent clarity and resolution, more than adequate to the task of monitoring my 3D printer.- Module is very light and easily moved around.- Worked 'out of the box' with a default install of octoprintThe bad:- focus is kind of 'soft' but the image is clear.- the default lens is oddly aspherical.- the supplied ribbon cable is quite short (6" maybe?)Overall a good camera, especially for the price.

Bought this for my octoprint set up with my 3D printer. I was surprised by how big the lense was on it but it works quite well. Using with a raspberry pi 4 and no issues yet. Small package and comes with a lense cover for protection from dust and scratches. Good buy and good value!