IMX519 16MP Autofocus Synchronised Quad-Camera Kit for Raspberry Pi

This camera kit includes four 16MP cameras, each capable of a maximum resolution of 2328(H) x 1748(V) that can connect to a single Raspberry Pi, providing high-resolution imaging. The cameras can capture simultaneously, making it ideal for projects needing synchronised shots like security systems or advanced monitoring, and it has autofocus with options for automatic focus, manual adjustments, and continuous AF, making sure that you always get the clearest picture, regardless of the conditions. Note: Raspberry Pi and Tripods are NOT included Important Notes

* The four-channel camera adopts the 2 x 2 synthesis method. The images of cameras 0 and 1 are completely synchronised, the images of cameras 2 and 3 are completely synchronised, and the images of cameras 2/3 are one frame behind the images of cameras 0/1.

* The resolution of the synthesised image remains unchanged, but the frame rate is halved. This Kit Combines four cameras into one frame, each camera with a resolution of 2328(H) x 1748(V).

* If any camera fails, the composite image can still be output, with the corresponding area of the failed camera being black.

* Official Commands and ISP are supported on Raspberry Pi Platforms.

* The four-channel camera is a customised model, requiring HAT to provide a clock. It cannot be removed and is directly connected to the Raspberry Pi.

* The driver of the kit is mainly developed based on the Raspberry Pi/ Nvidia Jetson official board, and there is no guarantee that the third-party board can be used (Due to the different allocation of hardware resources, it may not be compatible)

Supported Modes

* Single Channel (no sync): 4 cameras work consecutively where one camera captures after the other. Full-res for each

* Dual-Channel (synced): 2 cameras merged into 1 full-res frame, working synchronously. 1/2 res for each

* Quad-Channel (synced): 4 cameras merged into 1 full-res frame, working synchronously. 1/4 res for each

Features

* Multiplexing with ultra high res: 4 x 16mp cameras on 1 Pi.

* Synchronised: up to 4 cameras capturing at the same time.

* Autofocus: AF/Manual/Continuous-AF out of the box.

* Better Control: single/dual/quad channel modes.

* Highly Compatible: libcamera-ready, works well with most Pi models.

* Four in One: Combine four cameras into one frame, each camera with a max resolution of 2328 (H) x 1748 (V)

* For NVIDIA Jetson L4t 35.x, Jetpack5.x and above versions, you will need the latest CamArray Kit firmware (no earlier than the 2023.02.03 version) to access it. (otherwise, you can only use them on previous JetPack versions).

Specifications

Supported Platform Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson Nano/Xavier NX

Output/CSI-2 Speed 1x CSI-2 2-lane Output Port/1.0 Gbps/Lane

Output Format RAW10

Number of effective pixels 4656(H) x 3496(V) pixels

ISP Support Supported on Raspberry Pi/ Not Supported on NVIDIA Jetson

External Trigger Not Support

Aggregate Mode 1/4 Spelling Combine

Frame Rate(On Raspberry Pi) 4656 x 3496@4.5fps, 3840 x 2160@9fps, 2328 x 1748@15fps, 1920 x 1080@30fps, 1280 x 720@40fps

Frame Rate(on NVIDIA Jetson) L4t 32.x: 4656 x 3496@5fps, 3840 x 2160@10.5fps, 1920 x 1080@30fps, 1280 x 720@60fps

L4t 35.x: 4656 x 3496@4.5fps, 3840 x 2160@8.5fps, 1920 x 1080@30fps, 1280 x 720@60fps

Image Sensor IMX519

Active Array Size 4656 x 3496

Optical Format 1/2.53”

Camera Interface 2-lane MIPI CSI-2

IR Sensitive Integral IR-cut filter, Visible Light Only

Camera Board Size 24mm x 25mm

Camarray Hat Size 65mm x 55mm

Field of View 66°(H) x 49.5°(V)

Focal Length 4.28mm

Focus Type Autofocus

Focus Distance 10cm~infinity

Resources

* Getting Started

* Depth Mapping on Arducam Stereo Camera HAT with OpenCV

* Camera Kit User Guide

* CamArray HAT Firmware Note on NVIDIA Jetson

Package Contents

* 4× 16MP IMX519 Camera Module

* 1× UC-512 Camarray HAT

* 1× 30cm 15-22pin Camera Cable

* 5× 30cm 22-22pin Camera Cable

* 1× 7cm 15-22pin Camera Cable

* 1× 8cm 22-22pin Camera Cable

* 1× Screw Pack