Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 Sony IMX708 12MP Wide Auto Focus NoIR

The Raspberry Pi NoIR Camera Module 3 is the latest addition to the Official Raspberry Pi camera lineup, featuring a cutting-edge 12 Megapixel Sony IMX708 image sensor. Equipped with powered autofocus, enhanced low-light sensitivity, and HDR (High Dynamic Range) support, it’s an ideal choice for diverse Raspberry Pi projects.

You can choose between a standard 75° or wide-angle 120° lens (select the version before adding to cart), providing flexibility for specific project requirements. Additionally, there’s an infrared-sensitive NoIR version tailored for night photography.

Key specifications include the ability to capture 4608×2592 pixel images and shoot video at various resolutions, such as 4608×2592 @14 FPS, 2304×1296 @56 FPS, and 1536×864 @120 FPS. HDR mode, when enabled, limits the resolution to 2304×1296 @ 30 FPS.

For board compatibility:

• Compatible with all Raspberry Pi boards featuring a full-size camera connector (CSI connector).

• Raspberry Pi 5 users require a Raspberry Pi 5 camera adapter cable due to the smaller CSI connector.

• Raspberry Pi Zero users need an adapter cable for the smaller CSI connector.

Features:

• Back-illuminated and stacked CMOS 12-megapixel image sensor (Sony IMX708)
• High signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
• Built-in 2D Dynamic Defect Pixel Correction (DPC)
• Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for rapid autofocus
• QBC Re-mosaic function
• HDR mode (up to 3-megapixel output)
• CSI-2 serial data output
• 2-wire serial communication (supports I2C fast mode and fast-mode plus)
• 2-wire serial control of focus mechanism

Specifications:

• Sensor: Sony IMX708
• Resolution: 11.9 megapixels
• Sensor size: 7.4mm sensor diagonal
• Pixel size: 1.4μm × 1.4μm
• Horizontal/vertical: 4608 × 2592 pixels
• Common video modes: 1080p50, 720p100, 480p120
• Output: RAW10
• IR cut filter: Not present (NoIR)
• Autofocus system: Phase Detection Autofocus
• Dimensions: 25 × 24 × 11.5mm (12.4mm height for Wide variants)
• Ribbon cable length: 150mm
• Cable connector: 15 × 1mm FPC
• Compliance:
  • FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B, Class B Digital Device
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU
  • Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU
• Production lifetime: Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 will remain in production until at least January 2030

Lens Specifications:

Standard

• Effective focal length 4.74mm
• f/1.8
• Diagonal field of view 75 degrees (at 16:9)
• 35mm equivalent focal length roughly 28mm (full width) – 30mm (3:2 crop)
• Focus 10cm – infinity

Wide

• Effective focal length 2.75mm
• f/2.2
• Diagonal field of view 120 degrees (at 16:9)
• 35mm equivalent focal length roughly 16mm (full width) – 18mm (3:2 crop)
• Focus 5cm – infinity

Package Contents

• 1x Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR
• 1x 150mm camera ribbon cable (fitted to the camera module)