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product_id: 441978595
title: "Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W"
brand: "arducam"
price: "SAR 398"
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Arducam"
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# Auto IR-Cut filter for day/night 12.3MP IMX477 sensor Universal Pi compatibility Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W

**Brand:** arducam
**Price:** SAR 398
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your Raspberry Pi vision game with pro-level clarity and night-ready tech!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W by arducam
- **How much does it cost?** SAR 398 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- arducam enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arducam brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Seamless Day-to-Night Vision:** Automatic IR-Cut switching ensures flawless image quality from bright daylight to low-light environments without manual adjustments.
- • **Ideal for AI & Machine Vision:** Perfect for cutting-edge applications like facial recognition, 3D printer monitoring, and high-speed capture, empowering your next-gen projects.
- • **Crystal-Clear 12.3MP Resolution:** Capture ultra-detailed images with the advanced IMX477 sensor, surpassing standard 8MP cameras.
- • **Pro-Grade CS-Mount Lens Included:** Equipped with a precision CS-Mount lens and dual cables, ready for immediate high-quality imaging setups.
- • **Plug & Play with All Raspberry Pi Models:** Effortlessly integrates with Raspberry Pi 1 through 4, including Zero and Zero 2W, for versatile project compatibility.

## Overview

The Arducam HQ Camera module features a 12.3MP Sony IMX477 sensor delivering superior image resolution and quality. It includes an automatic IR-Cut filter for smooth day-to-night transitions, making it ideal for diverse lighting conditions. Fully compatible with all Raspberry Pi models, it comes with a CS-Mount lens and necessary cables, supporting advanced applications such as AI, facial recognition, and machine vision.

## Description

This Cammera module uses the same 12MP IMX477 image sensor as the high-quality RPi camera, but offers a mechanical infrared cut-off filter automatically switched according to brightness. This IMX477 camera module not only provides infrared sensitivity, but also retains the natural feeling during the day. It is fully compatible with all Raspberry Pi models with a camera connector.

Review: Home made telescope camera - I love this thing! Easy to setup, nice and small. I plan on printing a how to mount it and another Raspberry Pi to my telescope.
Review: IR-Cut too sensitive - The IR-Cut sensor is too sensitive, with the on and off thresholds very close together resulting in it "bouncing" quickly back and forth at dusk. In addition, it is very hard to find a focus and aperture setting that accomodates both daylight and IR lighting well which also undermines the point of automatic switching. It seems like the switching can be unplugged however, so I might try that to "lock" it into one mode or the other. Also note that you probably want a Pi 5 for this if you plan on keeping the footage at all - hardware encoders on Pi's can work, but give a very blocky compression. Software encoding is much better quality, but really pushes Pi CPUs on earlier models. But, this does at least give some way to optionally filter IR light on a Raspberry Pi compatible camera.

## Features

- For Raspberry Pi HQ Camera: This camera module offers higher resolution, up to 12MP, which can provide better image quality than 8MP. Also adopts IMX477 sensor for shape image, resolution 4056 x 3040 pixels, frame rate 2028×1080p50, 2028×1520p40 and 1332×990p120, infrared sensitivity.
- IR-Cut: The camera can switch the IR-Cut filter automatically, support day and night vision. which can keep you an image throughout
- Wide Compatibility The IMX477 camera module is not only compatible with all models of Raspberry P5, i 1, 2, 3 and 4, but also with Raspberry Pi Zero and Zero 2W, which can be easily used with simple setup.
- PACKAGE INCLUDES Come with one CS-Mount lens and two cables, 1 x 300mm 22pin FPC cable for Pi Zero & W and 1 x 300mm 15pin to 22pin FPC cable for Pi A&B connection and compute module. Note: This camera module supports the latest Pi OS Bullseye apps (released January 28, 2022) and libcamera apps, not for previous users Pi OS (Legacy)
- Application This HQ camera for Raspberry Pi can be used to monitor 3D printer, and many other vision applications require IMX477 camera. It can also be used for artificial intelligence, such as facial recognition, high-speed capture, etc.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B1MNVM16 |
| Antenna Location | machine vision, AI applications, night vision, 3D printer monitoring |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #46,823 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #639 in Single-Board Computers |
| Brand | Arducam |
| Built-In Media | CS-Mount lens, 2 Cables |
| Camcorder Type | Video Camera |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Raspberry Pi 1, 2, 3, 4, Zero, Zero 2W |
| Compatible Processors | Broadcom BCM2711, Broadcom BCM2837, Broadcom BCM2710A1 |
| Connectivity Technology | Infrared |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 11 Reviews |
| Display Resolution Maximum | FHD |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.3 MP |
| Effective Video Resolution | 1080 Pixels |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| Features | Infrared, Night Vision |
| File Format | JPEG |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | C10 |
| Flash Memory Type | SDHC |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | V60 |
| Flash memory type | SDHC |
| Focus Type | Fixed Focus, Manual Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Has Image Stabilization | No |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Item Weight | 0.08 Kilograms |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Manufacturer | Arducam |
| Maximum Aperture | 0.83 Millimeters |
| Maximum aperture | 0.83 Millimeters |
| Minimum Focal Length | 4 Millimeters |
| Model Name | Arducam High Quality Camera for Raspberry Pi |
| Model Number | HQ Camera |
| Operating System | Linux |
| Photo sensor technology | CMOS |
| Screen Size | 2 Inches |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Shooting Modes | Night |
| Style Name | Automatic |
| Supported Audio Format | AAC |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, BMP, HEIF |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MP4, MOV |
| Video Resolution | 1520p |
| Video capture format | MP4, MOV |
| Video capture resolution | 1520p |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Compability | Infrared |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arducam
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** Infrared
- **Flash memory type:** SDHC
- **Maximum aperture:** 0.83 Millimeters
- **Photo sensor technology:** CMOS
- **Screen size:** 2 Inches
- **Supported audio format:** AAC
- **Video capture format:** MP4, MOV
- **Video capture resolution:** 1520p

## Images

![Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61OuC-HIxGL.jpg)
![Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zeWmJh3XL.jpg)
![Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71c8BEsqVYL.jpg)
![Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/619GctI48NL.jpg)
![Arducam for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera, 12.3MP IMX477 Camera Module with CS-Mount Lens, Automatic IR-Cut Switching All-Day Image, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B, Pi 3/3B+, and Pi Zero 2W - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ZcToTiF4L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Home made telescope camera
*by R***S on 25 October 2025*

I love this thing! Easy to setup, nice and small. I plan on printing a how to mount it and another Raspberry Pi to my telescope.

### ⭐⭐⭐ IR-Cut too sensitive
*by A***E on 28 December 2025*

The IR-Cut sensor is too sensitive, with the on and off thresholds very close together resulting in it "bouncing" quickly back and forth at dusk. In addition, it is very hard to find a focus and aperture setting that accomodates both daylight and IR lighting well which also undermines the point of automatic switching. It seems like the switching can be unplugged however, so I might try that to "lock" it into one mode or the other. Also note that you probably want a Pi 5 for this if you plan on keeping the footage at all - hardware encoders on Pi's can work, but give a very blocky compression. Software encoding is much better quality, but really pushes Pi CPUs on earlier models. But, this does at least give some way to optionally filter IR light on a Raspberry Pi compatible camera.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Works. Doesn't include IR illuminator.
*by A***. on 23 September 2024*

* Camera works. * Doesn't have IR illuminator built in (like an older 5MP version does). Without something to provide IR light the image is just black in IR mode at night. If you want a ready solution, you may want to get the older 5MP one. * Needed additional drivers (or configuration?) from manufacturer website (amazon doesn't allow external links but Google can get you to a thread called "All white images on B0272 IMX477 autofocus on Bookworm"). * Automatic IR cut works, but has an audible click (e.g. gently tap your fingernail on a hard desk). * Automatic IR cut needs some debouncing. At a certain time of day it just flips back and forth for a couple of minutes. * Afaik, there doesn't appear to be a good ready-made solution available for mounting this camera. You may need to 3D print something or build something.

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