{"product_id":"imx708-12mp-autofocus-camera-module-for-raspberry-pi","title":"IMX708 12MP Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIMX708 12MP Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3\u003c\/strong\u003e — powered by the \u003cstrong\u003eSony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e — is the official next-generation 12MP camera featuring Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) and Wide Dynamic Range (HDR). While the official version delivers outstanding image quality, many users find its price prohibitive. To address this, we partnered directly with the same manufacturer that produces the official Raspberry Pi IMX708 camera to source a limited quantity of the identical sensor at a more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the standard module, our engineering team has developed an exclusive \u003cstrong\u003eMini version\u003c\/strong\u003e — a more compact form factor that retains full performance. Each Mini version comes with a custom \u003cstrong\u003e3D-printed housing\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect the core components. Every unit ships with a \u003cstrong\u003e15-pin to 22-pin FPC adapter cable\u003c\/strong\u003e included for hassle-free setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Model Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75° Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard field of view, Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF), ideal for general photography and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120° Wide Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wide field of view, PDAF autofocus, great for surveillance, robotics, and wide-scene capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini 120° (with 3D Housing)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compact mini form factor with 120° wide-angle lens, 3D-printed protective housing included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX708\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12MP (4056 × 3040)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutofocus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhase Detection Autofocus (PDAF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — Wide Dynamic Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMIPI CSI-2 2-lane, 22-PIN connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-PIN to 22-PIN FPC adapter cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFOV Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75° Standard \/ 120° Wide Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4K@30fps \/ 1080p@60fps \/ 720p@120fps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi 5 \/ 4 \/ 3 \/ Zero 2W (all models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e22-PIN Connector Pinout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module uses a standard 22-PIN MIPI CSI-2 connector (54548-2271) with 2-lane differential data (CAM0_DN\/DP0, CAM0_DN\/DP1), clock lane (CAM0_CN\/CP), GPIO (CAM0_IO0\/IO1), I²C (CD0_SCL\/SDA), and 3.3V power. A 15-PIN to 22-PIN adapter cable is included to connect directly to all Raspberry Pi boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMini Version + 3D-Printed Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur in-house designed Mini version reduces the module footprint while maintaining identical sensor performance. The 3D-printed housing protects the core components and features an easy plug-and-unplug design for convenient installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNight Vision Version — Important Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ The \u003cstrong\u003enight vision variant has no IR cut filter\u003c\/strong\u003e. Without the filter, daytime photos will have a color cast (pinkish\/reddish tint). Please select your version carefully based on your use case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a professional-grade product. If you are unfamiliar with Raspberry Pi camera setup, we are happy to provide \u003cstrong\u003eremote technical assistance\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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