Raspberry Pi AI Camera

Description

Visit Raspberry Pi AI Camerawith its revolutionary 12-megapixel Sony IMX500 sensor, brings advanced AI capabilities to Raspberry Pi projects. The sensor features an innovative design that integrates a dedicated AI processing layer beneath the pixel layer, enabling real-time internal processing of image data without the need for an external processor. This architecture reduces latency and optimizes performance, delivering object recognition in just 3.1 milliseconds.

Sony IMX500 sensor features

• Stacked sensor Combined with a DSP and integrated SRAM memory, enabling advanced on-board processing.
• Resolution 12.3 MP (4056 x 3040 pixels), ideal for applications requiring detailed image capture.
• Manual focus Adjustable focus range from 20 cm to infinity, offering flexibility for different capture distances.
• Field of view 76° horizontal for balanced coverage of captured images.
• Low-light performance F1.79 aperture, the sensor produces clear images even in low-light conditions.
• Video outputs Video capture at 30 fps (2028×1520 pixels) or 10 fps at full resolution, ideal for real-time tracking applications.
• Supported formats Bayer RAW10, YUV, RGB for compatibility with different types of image processing.

AI Camera features

• Embedded AI processing The IMX500 sensor performs image analysis directly locally, eliminating the need to send data to an external server. This improves responsiveness and reduces bandwidth consumption.
• Computer vision support Neural networks for object classification, facial recognition and real-time tracking.
• Industrial and domestic applications Ideal for intelligent monitoring, quality control, automation and smart devices such as voice assistants and home robots.

Project benefits

1. Discharges the main processor AI Camera handles AI tasks directly, freeing the Raspberry Pi's processor for other functions.
2. Low power and bandwidth consumption By transmitting only metadata instead of complete images, the camera reduces bandwidth requirements.
3. Versatility of use Suitable for applications ranging from object recognition to industrial automation.