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Official Raspberry Pi AI Camera with SONY IMX500 Sensor
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The Official Raspberry Pi AI Camera with the Great 12MP Sony IMX500 Intelligent Vision Sensor! This RPi camera lets you explore advanced AI features easily. It fits well with Raspberry Pi computers and can process information on its own, which helps your Raspberry Pi do other things without getting slow.
If you’re interested in AI projects, or machine vision, or just want to experiment with smart systems, this Raspberry Pi camera with object detection is perfect for you. It works with all Raspberry Pi Model 3 and 4 computers, so you can use it in many ways. This product stands out in Raspberry Pi AI camera specifications 12MP intelligent vision sensor, offering powerful on-device processing and efficient performance. Bring your projects to life with this amazing Official Raspberry Pi AI Camera Module!
Compatible with all Raspberry Pi computers, the Raspberry Pi AI Camera features Sony’s IMX500 Intelligent Vision Sensor, enabling you to build powerful vision AI applications and neural network models with its on-module AI processor.

The IMX500 seamlessly integrates with Raspberry Pi’s camera software, making it easy to deploy your own neural network models. To help you get started, we’ve created a step-by-step guide for running both pre-built and custom AI models on the camera.

Develop AI models and applications for the IMX500 Intelligent Vision Sensor and Raspberry Pi, then expand seamlessly to enterprise-level deployment with AITRIOS.

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| Feature | Raspberry Pi AI Camera | Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Sony IMX500 (with built-in AI processor) | Sony IMX708 (high-quality image sensor) |
| Resolution | 12 Megapixels (4056 × 3040) | 12 Megapixels (4608 × 2592) |
| AI Processing | On-board Edge AI inference support | No AI processing, relies on Raspberry Pi CPU |
| Field of View | Approx. 76° (Standard Lens) | Wide and Standard versions available |
| Frame Rate | Up to 60 fps (lower at full resolution) | Up to 120 fps (lower resolution modes) |
| Focus Type | Fixed focus | Autofocus |
| Connectivity | CSI Interface | CSI Interface |
| Special Features | Built-in neural network accelerator for object detection and classification | Excellent low-light performance and HDR support |
| Best For | AI vision, robotics, and smart automation | High-quality photography and video capture |
This module is widely used as the best AI camera module for Raspberry Pi computer vision projects, thanks to its ability to process AI workloads directly on the sensor.
1 x Official Raspberry Pi AI Camera with 200mm Cable
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Camera Sensor | Sony IMX500 |
| Camera Resolution | 12 Megapixel |
| Framerate | 2×2 binned: 2028×1520 10-bit 30fps, Full resolution: 4056×3040 10-bit 10fps |
| Sensor Size | 7.857 mm |
| Field View Angle | 76 Degree |
| Compatibility | Raspberry Pi 3 and 4 |
| Cable Length | 20 cm |
The Raspberry Pi AI Camera features the Sony IMX500 sensor, capable of capturing high-resolution images and 12MP video. It is optimized for fast and accurate image processing, aligning with Raspberry Pi AI camera specifications 12MP intelligent vision sensor for AI applications.
Yes, the Sony IMX500 sensor is specifically designed for AI applications. It includes built-in image processing features and high frame rates, enabling efficient real-time AI inference directly on Raspberry Pi boards. This makes it one of the best AI camera module for Raspberry Pi computer vision projects.
Yes. The Raspberry Pi AI Camera is fully compatible with both Raspberry Pi 4 and Raspberry Pi 5. It connects via the standard CSI camera interface, making it easy to integrate for AI and robotics projects.
The Raspberry Pi AI Camera works seamlessly with popular AI frameworks like TensorFlow, TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch, and OpenCV. This allows developers to implement object detection, image classification, and other machine learning applications.
With the Raspberry Pi AI Camera, you can build a variety of AI projects, including smart surveillance systems, object tracking robots, face recognition devices, and real-time AI monitoring applications. Its performance makes it the best AI camera module for Raspberry Pi computer vision projects.
The Raspberry Pi AI camera IMX500 price in India may vary based on availability and demand. It is recommended to check the latest pricing directly on Robocraze for accurate details.