Overview
Bought in 2023.
The $200 CV camera is a global shutter camera with a 40° FOV 8mm rectilinear lens (smallest FOV available).
Product webpage: https://hupuu.com/camera/1080p-2mp-global-shutter-color-usb-camera-module-yuy2-usb2.0-100fps-mjpeg?sku=UCB543-GS-L8N
Specifications:
Resolution: WUXGA (1920px x 1200px)
Maximum frame rate: 100FPS (5FPS typical)
Exposure: Automatic or manual
Default is automatic and is very aggressive in reducing exposure (images appear dark)
Lens: 8mm rectilinear (40° FOV)
Connector: USB-A, USB 2.0 plug and play
Additional specifications found on manufacturer webpage.
Decision for purchase: 2022-2023 Camera Decision Matrix
Software
Usage
Plug the camera into a USB port of a computer
The camera shows up as a camera device
Windows: Shows up as a camera in Device Manager
Linux: Run the following command to see camera devices
v4l2-ctl --list-devices
Test it with Python (e.g. https://docs.opencv.org/4.7.0/dd/d43/tutorial_py_video_display.html ), an application on the computer, or a webcam testing website
Hardware
Electrical
Input voltage: 5VDC
Power: 160mA (800 mW )
Mechanical
Weight
Default cable: 48 grams
Camera and lens: 8 grams
Physical Dimensions
Translation:
Through hole diameter 2.3mm (measured 2.5mm )
Pad diameter 3.5mm
There is ~8.2mm from board to top of wire connector when the camera is plugged in (does not include wire attached to the connector). This can be reduced by removing the connector and soldering the wires directly to the board.
Ports and Wires
1 port on board opposite of lens direction. Wire continues in port direction (no bends or turns).
Operating Constraints
No operating constraints. Does not require active cooling.
Other
The lens is S-mount (M12).
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