Camera-1

Overview

Camera-1 is a camera module based on the ESP32 chip, integrating 4MB Flash and 8MB PSRAM. It uses an OV2640 image sensor, capable of capturing photos at 1600×1200 resolution or streaming video over Wi-Fi.

The module is optimized for expandability, with breakout ports including 10 GPIO pins, UART, and I2C interfaces. The onboard DC-DC converter can supply 5V and 3.3V power outputs (each up to 500mA). It also features a built-in USB-to-Serial interface, SD card slot, and charging management circuit. Battery monitoring and camera power control can be enabled via jumper configuration.

Camera-1 is ideal for projects requiring camera functionality along with multiple I/O controls for peripheral modules. It supports mainstream development platforms such as Arduino, PlatformIO, and ESP-IDF.

Testing

The module comes with preloaded firmware. Follow the steps below to perform the test:

1. Power the board via USB or the lithium battery connector, and switch the power toggle to ON (I).
2. On your phone, scan for a Wi-Fi network starting with Node- and connect to it (password: nodenode).
3. Open the web browser on your phone and enter 192.168.4.1 in the address bar.
4. Through the webpage, you can view real-time video or modify network settings.

Features & Specifications

• Based on the ESP32 microcontroller
  • 240MHz dual-core Tensilica LX6 processor
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
  • Dual-mode Bluetooth (Classic + BLE)
• 4MB QSPI Flash
• 8MB QSPI PSRAM
• OV2640 image sensor
  • Max resolution: 2MP (1600 × 1200)
  • Output formats: 8/10-bit RAW, RGB, YUV, and JPEG
  • Max frame rates: UXGA @15fps, SVGA @30fps, CIF @60fps
• USB-C serial connector
• Onboard SD card slot
• 5V 500mA boost regulator output
• 3.3V 500mA step-down regulator output
• Built-in battery charging circuit
• 10× GPIO, UART, and I2C broken out
• Low-power friendly
  • RTC I/O broken out
  • Battery monitoring
  • Camera power control
• Breadboard-friendly design
• Compatible with ESP-IDF and Arduino
• Product dimensions: 52.8mm × 26.4mm × 11mm

Pinout & Jumpers

Resources

• Product Documentation
• Schematic
• Preloaded Firmware
• Programming ESP32 Camera with Arduino IDE