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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

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

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

module size

Datasheets

Softwares

ESP-IDF

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