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product_id: 451510416
title: "Arducam IMX519 Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi, 16MP AF Pi Camera Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5/4B/3B+, Zero 2 W"
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price: "₹ 4553"
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# Versatile Autofocus modes 16MP Ultra HD sensor Plug & Play Raspberry Pi compatibility Arducam IMX519 Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi, 16MP AF Pi Camera Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5/4B/3B+, Zero 2 W

**Brand:** arducam
**Price:** ₹ 4553
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your Pi projects with pro-level autofocus clarity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Arducam IMX519 Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi, 16MP AF Pi Camera Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5/4B/3B+, Zero 2 W by arducam
- **How much does it cost?** ₹ 4553 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
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Expandable & Supported:** Includes 15cm FPC cable; extend up to 15m with optional kits and backed by expert Arducam support.
- • **Pro-Grade Video Capture:** Shoot smooth 1080p30 videos with an 82.6° wide viewing angle for immersive storytelling.
- • **Dynamic Autofocus Mastery:** Seamlessly switch between manual and continuous AF for perfect shots every time.
- • **Crystal-Clear 16MP Resolution:** Capture twice the detail of standard Pi cameras for stunning visuals.
- • **Effortless Raspberry Pi Integration:** Compatible with Pi 5/4B/3B+/Zero 2 W and latest OS versions—upgrade without hassle.

## Overview

The Arducam IMX519 is a compact 16MP autofocus camera module designed for Raspberry Pi models 5, 4B, 3B+, and Zero 2 W. Offering twice the resolution of the Pi Camera V2 and versatile autofocus modes, it delivers sharper images and 1080p video capture. Compatible with the latest Debian-based OS releases (Bullseye, Bookworm, Trixie), it requires simple configuration and supports extended setups via optional accessories. Ideal for professional-grade imaging and creative Pi projects.

## Description

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Review: Good Camera! - This is my second experience with Arducam's cameras. I previously aqcuired the HawkEye 64MP Camera during their crownfunding campaign, but at the time the camera came out, Rapsberry Pi was transitioning to using libcamera and Picamera2, so a combination of the constant updates and changes to the settings coupled with Arducam being a little behind in updating their drivers made it a bit of a headache to use. I was pleased to see that the process is now pretty straight forward and the custom libcamera-apps required to use this camera is right in line with RPi OS now, so the camera can function as a drop-in replacement in terms of code once you have this set up, which only takes a few minutes (same for the 64MP, FWIW). Very pleased with this! UPDATE - 12/1/25 - The current custom libcamera/rpicam dev and apps files needed to install the camera are current up to the latest Trixie if anyone is wondering. The process is pretty straightforward. You go to Arducam's website and find the page for your camera. Look for the 'wiki' link on the page. head down to the guide there and follow the steps to download and install the drivers, as well as to update config.txt with the overlay settings needed for your pi to see the camera. On reboot, the system should see it and you should be able to use the camera as usual, but be warned; unless you use (sudo) apt-mark hold on libcamera-dev and libcamera-app, when you update your system the drivers will be replaced with the ones from the repository and you will need to reinstall them to resume camera functionality. All that being said I'm extremely pleased with this camera. If you don't need the manual focus the official HQ offers, I would highly recommend this camera, which takes nice, clear photos and video. I'm intending to use mine with a customer Photogrammetry setup, which is very common as this camera is one of the popular choices for openscan (please forgive my literal inaugral test photogrammetry video of a sweet potato that look like it has a face on it)
Review: Good quality. - I bought it for a open scanner project and it is very clear. I will get one more for my friend who ask me to build him one it's a good buy.

## Features

- 16 Megapixel: 2 times higher resolution than the Pi camera V2. Unlike the native Pi camera, this camera requires some simple script configuration before use and does not support raspbian. Note: This camera supports Bullseye, Bookworm, and the latest Trixie systems. Please refer to the User Guide to configure the camera before use. (The configuration steps for the Trixie system are the same as for Bookworm.)
- Autofocus: most versatile AF (Manual/Continuous/etc.) experience on a Pi camera.
- Sharper Images/videos: Higher quality than the HQ camera.
- V1/V2 Size: hassle-free upgrades to your existing projects.
- Package Contents: The package includes an IMX519 CMOS camera board with an autofocus lens and a 15cm FPC cable. Please search ASIN: B09TSDZ48F for the camera extension kit, which allows you to place cameras up to 15 meters away for shooting. For the camera case and tripod set, please search ASIN: B09TKYXZFG. 【Technical Support】If there is any issue with the camera, feel free to contact Arducam, we will provide technical support for you.
- Note：This camera is compatible with Jetson Developer Kit, and it does not guarantee to support other third-party boards.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B3XBQM9Z |
| Antenna Location | Recreational and professional video recording, including family events, travel experiences, filmmaking, and journalism. |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #659 in Single Board Computers (Computers & Accessories) |
| Brand | Arducam |
| Built-In Media | Camera Body, Manual |
| Camcorder Type | Video Camera |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Raspberry Pi, Jetson Developer Kit |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (99) |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1080p (FHD) |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16 MP |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| Features | Lightweight, Low Light |
| File Format | JPEG |
| Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | V30 |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Has Image Stabilization | No |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Kilograms |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Arducam |
| Maximum Aperture | 2 f |
| Minimum Aperture | 2 Millimeters |
| Model Name | 16MP Camera Module for Raspberry Pi – Standard Autofocus |
| Model Number | IMX519 |
| Operating System | Debian |
| Screen Size | 2 Inches |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Shooting Modes | 1080p30, 720p60, 640 x 480p60/90 |
| Style Name | Compact |
| Supported Audio Format | AAC, MP3, PCM |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Viewing Angle | 82.6 Degrees |
| Warranty Description | 6 Months |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Compability | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arducam
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Flash Memory Type:** SD
- **Maximum Aperture:** 2 f
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Screen Size:** 2 Inches
- **Supported Audio Format:** AAC, MP3, PCM
- **Video Capture Format:** MP4
- **Video Capture Resolution:** 1080p

## Images

![Arducam IMX519 Autofocus Camera Module for Raspberry Pi, 16MP AF Pi Camera Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5/4B/3B+, Zero 2 W - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61IFvwQ++5L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this  night vision camera?**
A: No, it isn't the night vision camera, if you need, we recommend you low light camera ASIN: B096XVC3XR

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Camera!
*by R***. on August 16, 2025*

This is my second experience with Arducam's cameras. I previously aqcuired the HawkEye 64MP Camera during their crownfunding campaign, but at the time the camera came out, Rapsberry Pi was transitioning to using libcamera and Picamera2, so a combination of the constant updates and changes to the settings coupled with Arducam being a little behind in updating their drivers made it a bit of a headache to use. I was pleased to see that the process is now pretty straight forward and the custom libcamera-apps required to use this camera is right in line with RPi OS now, so the camera can function as a drop-in replacement in terms of code once you have this set up, which only takes a few minutes (same for the 64MP, FWIW). Very pleased with this! UPDATE - 12/1/25 - The current custom libcamera/rpicam dev and apps files needed to install the camera are current up to the latest Trixie if anyone is wondering. The process is pretty straightforward. You go to Arducam's website and find the page for your camera. Look for the 'wiki' link on the page. head down to the guide there and follow the steps to download and install the drivers, as well as to update config.txt with the overlay settings needed for your pi to see the camera. On reboot, the system should see it and you should be able to use the camera as usual, but be warned; unless you use (sudo) apt-mark hold on libcamera-dev and libcamera-app, when you update your system the drivers will be replaced with the ones from the repository and you will need to reinstall them to resume camera functionality. All that being said I'm extremely pleased with this camera. If you don't need the manual focus the official HQ offers, I would highly recommend this camera, which takes nice, clear photos and video. I'm intending to use mine with a customer Photogrammetry setup, which is very common as this camera is one of the popular choices for openscan (please forgive my literal inaugral test photogrammetry video of a sweet potato that look like it has a face on it)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality.
*by M***P on July 13, 2025*

I bought it for a open scanner project and it is very clear. I will get one more for my friend who ask me to build him one it's a good buy.

### ⭐⭐⭐ May be good but won't work beyond about 10" in sharp focus.
*by R***L on November 19, 2025*

Bought two of these for testing. They worked out of the box with video to my stream but fuzzy. I altered the code to include the autofocus mode: gst_pipeline = ( "qtiqmmfsrc camera=0 af-mode=3 ! " "video/x-raw(memory:GBM),format=NV12,width=1920,height=1080,framerate=30/1 ! " "qtivtransform ! " "video/x-raw,format=BGR ! " "appsink drop=1 sync=0" ) # --- THE QUALCOMM PIPELINE WITH AUTOFOCUS --- # 1. qtiqmmfsrc: # - camera=0: Primary camera. # - af-mode=(0=Off, 1=Auto, 2=Macro, 3=Continuous Video, 4=Continuous Picture) The autofocus worked but these may be Macro modules as I can focus very good from 4" to about 10" then they won't focus on anything beyond 10" (Yes you can see focus working as you move near or far) Maybe I'm not doing something right. Anyway. Not happy.

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