ESP32-CAM Module : Camera Module with Wi‑F & SD Card Slot

ESP32-CAM Module : Camera Module with Wi‑F & SD Card Slot

Article by :- Priya Kumari

Introduction

The ESP32-CAM module is a small and inexpensive development board that brings together a powerful ESP32-S microcontroller, a 2MP OV2640 camera, Wi-Fi capability, and an SD card slot.
With this device, users can capture images in real-time, stream videos, and send data wirelessly without the need for a separate device.

This module is a great fit for IoT, home automation, and AI-vision initiatives, as it allows the creation of smart cameras, security systems, and image recognition applications with very few hardware components.

Features

• Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled dual-core built-in ESP32-S processor
• OV2640 2MP camera for capturing high-quality images and videos
• MicroSD card slot available for local storage and data logging
• Enables real-time video streaming over Wi-Fi
• Arduino IDE compatible for convenient programming
• Compact and lightweight design, perfect for embedded IoT projects
• Low-power consumption while maintaining high processing efficiency
• Supports AI-based projects such as face detection, motion tracking, and security systems

Technical Details

Processor : ESP32-S Dual-Core Microcontroller
Camera : OV2640 2MP Image Sensor
Flash Memory : 4MB
Interface : UART, SPI, PWM, I2C, GPIO pins
Connectivity : Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 BR/EDR + BLE
Storage : MicroSD card slot (up to 4GB supported)
Power Supply : 5V DC via micro-USB or external source
Operating Temperature : -20°C to +85°C
Dimensions : 27mm × 40mm × 5mm


Specification

 

Model

ESP32-CAM

Microcontroller

ESP32-S

Camera Sensor

OV2640(2 Megapixel)

Wi-FiStandard

802.11b/g/n

BluetoothVersion

4.2 BLE

Flash Memory

4MB

MicroSDCardSupport

Upto 4GB

Interface

UART,SPI,PWM,I2C,GPIO

OperatingVoltage

5V

CurrentConsumption

160mA(Typical)

OperatingTemperature

-20°Cto+85°C

BoardDimensions

27 × 40 × 5 mm

Weight

10g (approx.)

 

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