Unit CamS3-5MP

SKU:U174-B

Description

Unit CamS3-5MP is a streamlined camera unit based on the ESP32-S3 module that supports image transmission to the cloud via Wi-Fi. Equipped with 8 MB PSRAM and 16 MB flash, it features a customized 5 MP PY260 camera with an 88° DFoV, capable of shooting photos at up to 2592 × 1944 resolution. The built-in microSD card slot can be used to store images and other data. A built-in PDM microphone enables audio recording. The bottom HY2.0-4P port brings out the ESP32-S3 internal D+/D- pins, allowing firmware updates or USB serial communication through a connected Grove to USB-C module. Two onboard 1 × 3 headers provide access to the ESP32-S3 download port. The factory firmware offers complete shooting and EzData upload capability, enabling free remote image monitoring with simple configuration. This product is suitable for applications such as remote monitoring, time-lapse photography, and industrial automation.

Tutorial

Getting Started with Arduino IDE

This tutorial shows you how to program and control the Unit CAMS3-5MP with the Arduino IDE.

Unit CamS3-5MP Factory Firmware Restore Guide

This tutorial explains how to flash firmware to the Unit CAMS3-5MP using M5Burner.

Features

Based on ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 module with Wi-Fi support
Wi-Fi cloud EzData or serial transmission of image data
Integrated 5 MP PY260 camera
Built-in microSD card slot
Built-in PDM microphone for audio recording
Built-in programmable indicator LED

Includes

1 × Unit CamS3-5MP
1 × Grove2USB-C
2 × Male-to-Male Jumper Wires
1 × HY2.0-4P Grove Cable (20 cm)
1 × LEGO Adapter

Applications

Remote monitoring
Time-lapse photography
Industrial automation

Specifications

Specification	Parameter
ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8	Dual-core 240 MHz, Wi-Fi, onboard antenna
PSRAM	8 MB PSRAM
Flash	16 MB Flash
Camera	5 MP PY260
Fixed Focus	0.6 m
Supported Output Format	JPEG
DFoV	88°
MIC	PDM Microphone MSM1261D4030HCPM
Supported Memory Card	microSD card
Operating Temperature	0 ~ 40 °C
Product Size	40.0 × 24.0 × 11.0 mm
Product Weight	11.1 g
Package Size	138.0 × 93.0 × 12.0 mm
Gross Weight	19.2 g

Learn

Program Download

When downloading via the supplied Grove2USB-C, short the G0 and GND pins on the header with the supplied jumper wires before powering on to enter download mode.

Schematics

PinMap

Camera

Interface	Camera Pin	ESP32-S3
SCCB Clock	SIO_C	G41
SCCB Data	SIO_D	G17
System Clock	XCLK	G11
Vertical Sync	VSYNC	G42
Horizontal Reference	HREF	G18
Pixel Clock	PCLK	G12
Pixel Data Bit 0	Y2	G6
Pixel Data Bit 1	Y3	G15
Pixel Data Bit 2	Y4	G16
Pixel Data Bit 3	Y5	G7
Pixel Data Bit 4	Y6	G5
Pixel Data Bit 5	Y7	G10
Pixel Data Bit 6	Y8	G4
Pixel Data Bit 7	Y9	G13
Camera Reset	RESET	G21
Camera Power Down	PWDN	GND
Power Supply	AVDD / DOVDD	2.8 V
Power Supply	DVDD	1.2 V
Ground	GND	GND

Unit CAMS3-5MP	G19	G20	G9	G38	G39	G40	G14	G47	G48
Grove	RX/D-	TX/D+
SD Card Socket			CS	MOSI	CLK	MISO
Programmable LED							LED
Mic								CLK	DATA

Model Size

Datasheets

Softwares

ESP-IDF

Unit CamS3-5MP User Demo

Compatibility

The Unit CamS3-5MP camera is not compatible with programs for the Unit CamS3.

EasyLoader

Easyloader	Download	Note
Unit CamS3-5MP Firmware Easyloader	Download	/

After flashing, connect your computer or phone to the hotspot named UnitCAMS3-WiFi, enter 192.168.4.1 in the browser, and click Stream to view the image. Built-in EzData features include cloud viewing, audio recording, SD card storage, and more.

Video

Unit CamS3-5MP basic function introduction and configuration tutorial

Product Comparison

Product	SoC	Memory & Flash	Camera	Microphone	Download Tool	Download Method
Unit CAM (U109)	ESP32-WROOM-32E	520 KB SRAM, 4 MB SPI flash	OV2640 2 MP	/	ESP32-Downloader	USB-TTL
Unit CAMS3 (U174)	ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8	8 MB PSRAM, 16 MB Flash	OV2640 2 MP	MSM1261D4030HCPM	Grove2USB-C	CDC
Unit CAMS3 5MP (U174-B)	ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8	8 MB PSRAM, 16 MB Flash	PY260 5 MP	MSM1261D4030HCPM	Grove2USB-C	CDC