All-in-one Raspberry Pi AI Camera Kit with CM5 PoE Vision AI Solution
Overview
- [Smart] Edge AI Powered by RPi AI Camera & Arducam Model Zoo
- [Sharp] 12.3MP Precision Optics with Industrial-Grade Clarity
- [User-Friendly] Super compact, Low-Power & Ready in Minutes
- [Processor Integrated] Fully Integrated Raspberry Pi CM5 inside
- [Affordable One-stop Solution] All-in-one AI Camera, accelerates both evaluation and deployment.
Arducam’s embedded vision expertise transforms the IMX500 into a universal AI camera series, with its AI Model Zoo extending beyond Sony AITRIOS™ templates.
By processing data directly on-device, Edge AI delivers instantaneous responses, guarantees privacy, and operates flawlessly even in zero-connectivity environments — redefining reliability for critical applications.
The IMX500 integrates pixel sensing and AI computation into a single chip, bypassing traditional server dependencies to achieve unprecedented efficiency in vision AI solutions.
Applications
- These application examples are for reference only; please contact us for specific details.
- Object Detection Autonomous Driving: Identifying pedestrians, vehicles, and traffic signs on the road. Security Surveillance: Real-time detection of suspicious activities or intruders. Industrial Automation: Monitoring production lines for defective products or anomalies. Drone Monitoring: Recognising and tracking specific objects, such as wildlife or cargo.
- Segmentation Medical Imaging Analysis: Segmenting tumours or organs in MRI or CT scans. Intelligent Traffic Systems: Segmenting roads and lane markings to optimise navigation systems. Agricultural Monitoring: Analysing crop growth and identifying pests or diseases through image segmentation. Augmented Reality: Segmenting and replacing backgrounds in real-time video to enhance user experience.
- Pose Estimation Fitness Applications: Real-time monitoring of user movements to provide feedback and improvement suggestions. Virtual Reality: Tracking user body movements to enhance immersion. Human-Computer Interaction: Implementing contactless control through gesture recognition for smart home devices. Animation Production: Capturing actors' movements and translating them into animations for digital characters.
- Classification Image Recognition: Identifying and classifying content in social media images (e.g., landscapes, people, animals). Sentiment Analysis: Analysing text or voice data to determine user emotional states. Spam Filtering: Classifying emails as either legitimate or spam. Product Recommendation Systems: Classifying products based on user behaviour and preferences to provide personalised recommendations.
Features
- Arducam’s One-stop Vision AI Solution Powered by Sony IMX500 AI Vision Sensor Enhanced with Sony AITRIOS™ AI Platforms Extended with Raspberry Pi AI Camera
- SMART AI at the Edge, Simplified Sony’s IMX500 combines image processing and AI on a single chip, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency for edge AI deployment. Arducam’s AI Model Zoo complements this with a library of pre-trained models for specialised applications, bridging convenience with real-world complexities.
- SHARP Engineered Clarity The IMX500’s 12.3MP resolution is optimised through Arducam’s expertise, delivering exceptional image quality in various conditions. Integration with the Raspberry Pi AI Camera ensures seamless performance and clarity, making it ideal for rapid deployment in edge vision applications.
- VERSATILE One Ecosystem, Infinite Configurations Arducam offers flexible hardware solutions from standalone modules to all-in-one systems, catering to diverse needs from prototyping to mass production. Compatible with various tech stacks, it supports easy deployment across different platforms, ensuring no application is left behind.
- USER-FRIENDLY Effortless Edge AI Designed for low-power edge AI, Arducam products are compact and developer-ready, allowing for quick setup and operation. Users can go from unboxing to inference in just 10 minutes, making it accessible for various applications.
- [Read this if you are getting an IMX500 compatible AI model] Users of Arducam IMX500 Cameras can explore the Arducam IMX500 AI Model Zoo here to quickly get started with vision AI.
Specifications
| Image Sensor |
| Sensor |
IMX500 |
| Still Resolution |
12.3 Megapixels |
| Colour Filter Type |
Color |
| Shutter Type |
Rolling Shutter |
| Optical Size |
1/2.3" |
| Output Format |
RAW10 |
| Platform Output Format |
JPEG/YUV/RGB/RAW10 |
| Pixel Size |
1.55 µm x 1.55 µm |
| Sensor Active Area |
4056 × 3040 pixels |
| Frame Rate |
2028×1520@30fps; 4056×3040@10fps |
| Lens |
| Focus Type |
Fixed Focus |
| FOV |
78°(D)×66.3°(H)×52.3°(V) |
| Lens Mount |
Stock Lens |
| F.NO |
F1.79 |
| E.F.L |
4.74 mm |
| Default Focus Range |
20cm to infinity |
| IR Sensitivity |
Integrated 650nm IR filter |
| Electrical and Mechanical |
| Operating Voltage |
USB-C: 5.1V/3.0A PoE Power Input: IEEE 802.3at PoE/50-57V 600mA |
| Temperature Range(Operating) |
-4°F-167°F (-20°C to +75°C) |
| Temperature Range(Stable Image) |
32°F-122°F (0°C to +50°C) |
| Power Requirements(Kit) |
15W |
| Overall Size |
60 × 50 × 40 mm |
| Functionality and Compatibility |
| Interface |
PoE/USB-C |
| Network Support |
Ethernet |
| Exposure Time Range |
4056x3040: 0.192~201711.828 ms;
2028x1520: 0.101~105904.344 ms; |
| Supported OS |
Raspberry Pi OS |
| Supported Platform |
Raspberry Pi CM5 |
Package Including
- 1 x Arducam Raspberry Pi CM5 All-in-one, IMX500 AI Camera Kit
Notes
- Tripod is not included in the package
- This product kit includes the Raspberry Pi CM5 preloaded with OS and software. It is recommended to use only this platform.
- For optimal performance, we suggest using the official Raspberry Pi 27W power supply.
Documentation
