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Compact rectangular USB camera module with silver lens housing and circuit board visible

WaveShare

WaveShare OV5640 5MP USB Camera (B) webcam

SKU CH-BB85-TE8D5

A 5 megapixel USB webcam with auto-focus, 1080p recording at 30 frames per second and a 68-degree field of view

  • Sharp 5 MP stills at 2592 × 1944 resolution
  • Smooth 1080p streaming at 30 FPS via USB 2.0
  • Auto-focus lens with f/2.8 aperture for clear close-ups
  • 68° field of view fits small desks and group calls
  • Plug-and-play UVC support on Windows and Linux

Ideal for embedded vision projects

The WaveShare OV5640 5MP USB Camera (B) is a compact UVC-compliant module built around the OV5640 sensor. It delivers 5 megapixel stills at 2592×1944 and records 1080p video at 30 frames per second. The 68° field of view and f/2.8 aperture suit close-range monitoring on Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano or standard PCs running Windows and Linux.

Auto-focus and dual formats simplify integration

Auto-focus on the B-type variant keeps subjects sharp without manual adjustment, while the DSP handles automatic white balance, exposure and gain control. Video streams are available as MJPEG or YUV422 over USB 2.0, letting developers choose the format that best fits their processing pipeline. The 9 mm × 62 mm board fits tight enclosures and operates from 0 °C to 50 °C.

Verify USB bandwidth and mounting before ordering

The camera requires a free USB 2.0 port and UVC driver support on the host system. Fixed-focus C-type units exist under the same SKU, so confirm the auto-focus B version matches the application. No lens accessories or tripod mounts are included, and the short 62 mm length may need an extension cable for some chassis layouts.

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Price $39.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 670 comparable items (median $50.99).

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Questions about this item

Will the auto-focus mechanism on this OV5640 camera wear out and need replacement?

The auto-focus (B type) is a built-in lens mechanism with no user-serviceable parts; if it fails the whole camera module would need replacing.

At the highest 2592×1944 resolution the frame rate drops to 15 FPS — is that the first limit I hit during long captures?

Yes, the sensor caps at 15 FPS at 2592×1944; dropping to 1920×1080 or 1280×720 restores 30 FPS for sustained recording.

Does the camera get hot or draw extra power when running all day over USB 2.0?

It operates from 0 °C to 50 °C with no external power needed; typical USB 2.0 current keeps it cool during continuous use.

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