Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 (Standard)

Description

The official Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 is a compact 12-megapixel camera with powered autofocus. The standard visible-light version is a straightforward choice for QR scanning, motion-triggered photos and time-lapse projects that use Raspberry Pi’s current Picamera2 camera stack.

Why this version fits the guides

• The Sony IMX708 sensor is supported by Raspberry Pi’s current libcamera and Picamera2 software.
• Autofocus is useful for QR codes and close subjects, while the standard 75-degree field of view suits general indoor and time-lapse work.
• The current Core Electronics listing includes the camera, a 200 mm standard CSI ribbon cable and a Raspberry Pi 5 camera adapter cable.

Before buying

• Use current Raspberry Pi OS and Picamera2. Camera Module 3 does not support the retired legacy camera interface.
• Raspberry Pi 5 and Raspberry Pi Zero boards use the smaller 22-way camera connector; confirm that the supplied adapter cable is present before starting.
• This is the standard visible-light camera. Choose a NoIR version only when you specifically need infrared illumination, or a Wide version when the wider field of view is important.
• Package contents and availability can change, so check the retailer listing before ordering.