SC0870 Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera M12 Mount – 12.3MP Sony IMX477 Sensor

The SC0870 Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera (M12 Mount) is a powerful imaging module designed to bring professional-grade image capture to Raspberry Pi systems. Built around the Sony IMX477 back-illuminated sensor, this camera delivers 12.3-megapixel resolution and excellent image quality, even in low-light conditions. It is an ideal solution for advanced computer vision projects, industrial inspection systems, robotics, security cameras, and AI imaging applications.

Unlike standard Raspberry Pi camera modules with fixed lenses, the SC0870 version features an M12 lens mount, allowing the use of a wide range of interchangeable M12 lenses to customize field of view, focal length, and imaging performance. This flexibility makes it suitable for specialized imaging setups where precise optics are required.

The module connects directly to Raspberry Pi boards through the CSI camera interface using the included ribbon cable, ensuring fast data transfer and compatibility with Raspberry Pi imaging software. The aluminum lens mount assembly includes a built-in tripod mount, allowing stable mounting in robotics platforms, machine vision systems, and research setups.

With its high resolution, professional sensor, and interchangeable lens capability, the SC0870 Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera provides a versatile imaging solution for engineers, developers, researchers, and makers looking to integrate high-quality vision into their Raspberry Pi projects. 

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Key Features:

• High-resolution 12.3MP Sony IMX477 sensor delivers sharp images and excellent color reproduction for professional imaging projects.
• M12 interchangeable lens mount allows flexible lens selection for different fields of view and optical requirements.
• Back-illuminated sensor design improves low-light sensitivity and overall image quality.
• Direct CSI interface connection ensures high-speed communication with Raspberry Pi boards for real-time image capture.
• Integrated tripod mounting point enables stable installation in robotics, surveillance, and industrial vision systems.
• Compatible with Raspberry Pi platforms supporting the camera interface, enabling integration with AI, machine vision, and automation projects.

Specifications:

• Sensor: Sony IMX477R stacked back-illuminated sensor
• Resolution: 12.3 Megapixels
• Sensor Size: 7.9mm diagonal (1/2.3″ format)
• Pixel Size: 1.55µm × 1.55µm
• Output Formats: RAW12 / RAW10 / RAW8 / COMP8
• Lens Mount: M12 Mount
• IR Cut Filter: Integrated
• Interface: CSI Camera Interface
• Ribbon Cable Length: 200 mm
• Tripod Mount: 1/4″-20 UNC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C

Compatibility:

• Raspberry Pi 5
• Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
• Raspberry Pi 3 Model B / B+
• Raspberry Pi 2 Model B
• Raspberry Pi 1 Model B+
• Raspberry Pi Zero series (with appropriate camera cable adapter)

Package Includes:

• Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera (M12 Mount)
• 200mm FPC ribbon cable
• Lens locking rings