OV3660 Camera Module – 3MP Camera for ESP32-CAM & ESP32-S3 Development Boards

Product Description

The OV3660 Camera Module is a compact and versatile image sensor module designed for compatible ESP32-CAM, ESP32-S3 development boards, and other embedded vision systems. It provides an easy way to add image capture and camera functionality to microcontroller-based projects.

With support for image capture up to 3 megapixels, the OV3660 is suitable for applications requiring still-image capture, video streaming, surveillance, robotics, QR code scanning, face detection, and lightweight AI-based vision applications.

The compact camera design makes it suitable for space-constrained embedded devices, portable IoT products, smart security systems, robotic platforms, and custom vision projects. When connected to a compatible ESP32 board and supported camera driver, it can be used for Wi-Fi image streaming, web camera applications, and embedded image processing.

The module uses a camera parallel data interface along with SCCB control communication, allowing the connected microcontroller to configure supported camera parameters such as resolution and image settings.

Features

• OV3660 3MP camera sensor
• Supports image capture up to 3 megapixels
• Designed for compatible ESP32-CAM boards
• Suitable for compatible ESP32-S3 camera projects
• Compact and lightweight camera module
• Camera parallel interface with SCCB control
• Suitable for image capture and video streaming
• Useful for AI and embedded vision applications
• Suitable for face detection and recognition projects
• Supports QR code and barcode scanning applications
• Useful for robotics and machine vision projects
• Suitable for surveillance and security systems
• Ideal for IoT camera applications
• Suitable as a replacement camera module for compatible boards

Specifications

Design and Construction

The OV3660 Camera Module features a compact camera sensor assembly designed for integration into embedded electronics projects.

Its small form factor allows it to be installed in portable devices, robotic systems, smart security products, and other applications where camera functionality is required without taking up significant PCB or enclosure space.

The module is designed to connect to compatible development boards through its camera interface. The exact connector, pin arrangement, and physical compatibility can vary depending on the camera module version and target development board.

Working Principle

The OV3660 acts as the image sensor for the connected ESP32-based camera system. The sensor captures incoming light and converts it into digital image data.

The connected microcontroller communicates with the camera through the camera data interface, while the SCCB interface is used to configure supported camera registers and operating parameters.

Once configured, the ESP32 board can receive image data from the camera and process, store, or transmit it. Depending on the board and firmware, captured images can be displayed, stored, sent over Wi-Fi, or processed for computer-vision applications.

Applications

• ESP32-CAM projects
• ESP32-S3 vision projects
• Wi-Fi camera systems
• Image capture applications
• Video streaming
• Smart surveillance
• Home security systems
• Face detection projects
• Face recognition projects
• QR code scanning
• Barcode scanning
• Robotics vision
• Object detection experiments
• AI vision projects
• Smart monitoring systems
• Remote camera systems
• IoT camera devices
• Embedded machine vision
• Educational camera projects
• Custom vision prototypes

Package Includes

• 1 x OV3660 Camera Module for ESP32-CAM / ESP32-S3 Development Board

You can purchase the compatible camera here:

Purchase the ESP32 Camera Module here:

ESP32-CAM Camera Development Board OV2640 /OV3660 Camera Module

Product Disclaimer

Product images are shown for illustrative and representational purposes only. The actual camera module may vary slightly in appearance, connector design, cable arrangement, dimensions, or markings depending on the manufacturing batch.

Compatibility depends on the exact ESP32-CAM or ESP32-S3 development board, connector type, pin configuration, camera driver, and firmware support. Please verify the camera interface and connector compatibility before purchasing.

The camera module does not include the ESP32 development board, USB cable, mounting accessories, or other components unless specifically mentioned in the package contents.

Important Note

Please check the camera connector type, pin order, connector pitch, and firmware/driver support before purchase. Different ESP32 camera boards may use similar-looking camera modules with different connectors or pin configurations.

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