{"product_id":"raspberry-pi-camera-module-3-12mp-autofocus-imx708","title":"Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e features a high-resolution image sensor, motorized autofocus, and a 75° diagonal field of view. With Picamera2 support and a compact design, it is ideal for Raspberry Pi photography, robotics, computer vision, monitoring, and intelligent imaging projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for high-quality imaging and vision applications on Raspberry Pi computers. It combines a compact camera-board format with improved image quality and electronically controlled focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is the \u003cstrong\u003eSony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e, an approximately 12-megapixel image sensor with a \u003cstrong\u003e7.4mm diagonal size\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sensor provides a resolution of \u003cstrong\u003e4608 × 2592 pixels\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering detailed still images and supporting a variety of video and computer-vision applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike earlier fixed-focus Raspberry Pi camera modules, Camera Module 3 incorporates an \u003cstrong\u003eI²C-controlled focus actuator\u003c\/strong\u003e. This enables motorized autofocus, allowing software to adjust focus for subjects at different distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis standard-field-of-view version provides approximately a \u003cstrong\u003e75° diagonal field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for general photography, robotics, object recognition, monitoring, machine vision, and educational applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamera Module 3 is supported by Raspberry Pi's modern camera software stack, including the \u003cstrong\u003ePicamera2 Python library\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing developers to create Python-based imaging and computer-vision applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSony IMX708 image sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 12MP resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4608 × 2592 pixel sensor resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotorized autofocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI²C-controlled focus actuator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.4mm diagonal sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75° diagonal field of view\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIPI CSI-2 camera interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicamera2 Python library support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact camera-board design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for still photography and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for computer vision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for robotics and automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Raspberry Pi imaging projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX708\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4608 × 2592 pixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMegapixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.9MP, commonly specified as 12MP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutofocus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI²C-Controlled Focus Actuator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagonal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 66°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 41°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMIPI CSI-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Software \/ Picamera2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePython Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, through Picamera2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Version\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard FoV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Module 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX708\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12MP Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutofocus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorized Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI²C Focus Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagonal FoV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMIPI CSI-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePicamera2 Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputer Vision Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRobotics Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePinout \/ Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Camera Module 3 connects to a compatible Raspberry Pi through its \u003cstrong\u003eMIPI CSI-2 camera interface\u003c\/strong\u003e using the appropriate camera ribbon cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical connection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Connector → Camera Ribbon Cable → Camera Module 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camera's autofocus system is electronically controlled, allowing compatible software to adjust focus without manually turning a lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camera connector sizes differ between Raspberry Pi models. Use the correct camera cable for your specific Raspberry Pi board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamera Module 3 can be used with Raspberry Pi computers that provide a compatible camera interface, including appropriate models from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi 4 Model B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi 3 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi 2 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarlier compatible Raspberry Pi boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi Zero series with the appropriate camera cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Raspberry Pi Compute Module configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware support includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi OS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicamera2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePython camera applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible computer-vision frameworks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaspberry Pi Zero models require the appropriate smaller camera cable. Raspberry Pi 5 and some newer boards also use a different connector format, so the correct cable should be selected for the host board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputer Vision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImage Capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo Recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObject Detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Vision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart Monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime-Lapse Photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAI Vision Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity Monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual Inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImage Processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Raspberry Pi boards, special camera cables, cases, mounts, or other accessories are included only when specifically stated with the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy in Pakistan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy the \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eChip.pk\u003c\/strong\u003e for Raspberry Pi photography, robotics, computer vision, monitoring, and imaging applications. Its high-resolution sensor, autofocus capability, and Picamera2 support make it a versatile camera option for students, makers, developers, and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Chip.pk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality-checked Raspberry Pi products and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure product packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNationwide delivery across Pakistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide range of Raspberry Pi boards, cameras, displays, and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear and technically focused product information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for students, makers, developers, and professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable customer service and after-sales support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. What is the Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact camera board featuring the Sony IMX708 sensor, approximately 12MP resolution, and motorized autofocus for Raspberry Pi imaging and computer vision projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Which sensor does Camera Module 3 use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses the \u003cstrong\u003eSony IMX708 image sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 7.4mm diagonal sensor size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Does Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 have autofocus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features an \u003cstrong\u003eI²C-controlled focus actuator\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing compatible software to control focus automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. What is the resolution of the camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IMX708 sensor provides \u003cstrong\u003e4608 × 2592 pixels\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately 11.9 megapixels and commonly marketed as 12MP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. What is the field of view?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis standard version provides approximately a \u003cstrong\u003e75° diagonal field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for general-purpose imaging and vision applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Does it support the Picamera2 Python library?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Camera Module 3 is supported by Raspberry Pi's \u003cstrong\u003ePicamera2\u003c\/strong\u003e library for Python-based camera applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Can I use Camera Module 3 for computer vision?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its high-resolution sensor and autofocus make it suitable for computer vision, object detection, robotics, visual monitoring, and image-processing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Is Camera Module 3 compatible with Raspberry Pi 5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with the \u003cstrong\u003eappropriate camera cable\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Raspberry Pi 5 camera\/display connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9. Can it be used with Raspberry Pi Zero?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Compatible Raspberry Pi Zero models require the \u003cstrong\u003eappropriate smaller camera cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10. Is the camera suitable for robotics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its compact size, autofocus, and Raspberry Pi software support make it useful for robotic vision, object detection, navigation experiments, and monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e11. Where can I buy Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 in Pakistan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy the \u003cstrong\u003eRaspberry Pi Camera Module 3 12MP Autofocus Sony IMX708\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eChip.pk\u003c\/strong\u003e with nationwide delivery across Pakistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12. 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