ESP32 camera module

(AI-Thinker ESP32-CAM Board for Smart IoT Projects, Face Recognition & Video Streaming)

All-in-One Wireless Camera Solution

This ESP32 Camera Module combines a powerful ESP32 microcontroller with a 2MP OV2640 sensor, enabling high-quality image capture and video streaming over Wi-Fi. Perfect for smart security systems, IoT projects, and AI applications like face detection/recognition.

Key Features

 Dual-Core ESP32 Chip – 240MHz CPU with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
 2MP OV2640 Camera – Supports 1600×1200 resolution (JPEG output)
 MicroSD Card Slot – Store images/videos locally
 Low Power Consumption – Deep sleep mode for battery projects
 Multi-Protocol Support – HTTP, RTSP, WebSocket streaming
 Arduino & MicroPython Compatible – Easy programming

Applications

• Wireless Security Cameras (Motion-triggered recording)
• Smart Doorbells with live video feed
• Face Recognition Systems (With TensorFlow Lite)
• Wildlife Monitoring (Time-lapse photography)
• Industrial Inspection (Remote visual diagnostics)

Technical Specifications

| Microcontroller | ESP32 (Dual-core 240MHz) |
| Camera Sensor | OV2640 (2MP, 1600×1200) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Storage | MicroSD slot (Up to 4GB FAT32) |
| GPIO Pins | 10x usable (Including UART, I2C) |
| Power | 5V via USB or 3.3V pin |

Package Includes

1× ESP32-CAM Module (OV2640)
1× Camera Ribbon Cable
1× 2×8 Pin Header (Unassembled)

Usage Notes

• Requires external USB-to-serial adapter for programming
• Antenna not included (Onboard PCB antenna only)
• Use 5V/2A power for stable video streaming

Why Choose This Module?

 Cost-Effective – Cheaper than Raspberry Pi cameras
 Compact Size – Fits in tight spaces (40×27mm)
 Active Developer Community – Sample codes available