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Reddit mentions of MakerFocus Raspberry Pi 4 Camera Night Vision Camera Adjustable-Focus Module 5MP OV5647 Webcam Video 1080p Compatible with Raspberry 3 B+/3B/2B+
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We found 2 Reddit mentions of MakerFocus Raspberry Pi 4 Camera Night Vision Camera Adjustable-Focus Module 5MP OV5647 Webcam Video 1080p Compatible with Raspberry 3 B+/3B/2B+. Here are the top ones.
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Please note: The LED fill lights on both sides will warm up(generally in 40 to 50℃) when they working, but it is normal, please don't worry, they can keep working 20 hours, it will not damage the camera normally. You can adjust the micro adjustable resistor(beside the lights) to turned down the lights to Lower temperatures. Instructions video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOCA60gGHAsInstruction manual: https://www.waveshare.com/w/upload/6/61/RPi-Camera-User-Manual.pdf ; This product is Raspberry Pi Camera Module, Supports Night Vision,This camera can Adjustable-Focus.Supports all revisions of the Pi 5 megapixel OV5647 sensor.Supports connecting infrared LED and/or fill flash LED. This Raspberry Pi 4 Camera Night Vision Camera also support to Raspberry Pi 3B/3B+ and Pi 2B B+Provides 3.3V power output. Diagonal : 75.7 degree; Sensor best resolution : 1080p.When using this camera, please note: Normal problems: 1.The computer doesn't recognize the camera; The LED lights doesn't work (including one on and one off); The camera doesn't work after a period of use. Solution: Tighten the bolts of the LED and camera, then restart it. 2.The LED lights always turn on no matter if the camera is turned on or not. Solution: Connect the power supply to GPIO, then the LED light will be on only when the camera is turned on.
Specs:
| Color | Camera with cable for rpi 4/3/2 |
| Height | 2.01 Inches |
| Length | 0.79 Inches |
| Weight | 0.04 Pounds |
| Width | 1.18 Inches |
I have several official and unofficial Raspberry pi cameras. The official cameras have good image quality and work well during the day, but night vision (even with the official NoIR camera) is a real challenge for them. I would argue that the official NoIR camera is great for IR photography, and "sciencey" projects, but probably not the best option for a night vision security camera.
I'm not sure of the exact brand, but my favorite camera looks exactly like this Makerfocus Night Vision Raspberry Pi camera. The image quality is great, and the IR lamps work flawlessly. I've had one running 24/7 for 6 months, with zero problems.
Any of the cheap OV5647 based cameras like this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XYDCN5N?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
You’ll definitely want infrared night vision and don’t worry about getting super high resolution because you’ll end up dropping it down for an acceptable FPS anyway. I got that very camera and love it, just wish I would have gotten the wider angle lens version. The other really neat thing is you get to print a case for it :) I have the STL if you end up needing it
Edit: Just read the USB part but I honestly would still go with an actual Pi cam and if you want to add an additional USB later that’s up to you.