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Microcontroller ESP32-D0WDQ6
Camera Module OV2640 2MP
Wireless Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.2 BR/EDR and BLE
Operating Voltage 5V DC (via Micro USB or VIN pin)
Flash Memory 4MB PSRAM
Interface UART, SPI, I2C, PWM
Dimensions 40mm x 27mm x 10mm
Supported IDEs Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF, MicroPython
Power Consumption ~180mA (Wi-Fi transmission), ~10uA (Deep Sleep)
Package Includes 1x ESP32-CAM Board, 1x FTDI Programmer Adapter

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 31, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent for learning IoT

Bought this for a university project on image recognition. The Bluetooth and Wi-Fi dual-mode support makes it very versatile. The PSRAM helps significantly when handling image buffers.

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Anonymous

Mar 30, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good value but needs external programmer

The board works well once you get the code uploaded. Just remember that you need the included FTDI adapter to flash new sketches since there is no onboard USB port. Documentation could be better, but plenty of tutorials exist online.

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Anonymous

Mar 18, 2026

Rating: 3/5

Works but runs hot

Functionality is as advertised, but the module gets quite warm during continuous video streaming. I recommend adding a small heatsink if you plan to run it 24/7. Otherwise, it's a solid budget option.

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Anonymous

Mar 09, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for DIY Security Cameras

This board is incredibly easy to set up with the Arduino IDE. The video quality from the OV2640 sensor is decent for the price point, and the Wi-Fi connection is stable. Great for home automation projects.

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Anonymous

Mar 08, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great hardware, steep learning curve

The hardware itself is robust. However, if you are new to ESP32, be prepared to spend some time troubleshooting driver issues and pin configurations. Once sorted, it performs excellently.

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Anonymous

Mar 03, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Compact and powerful

Impressed by how much functionality is packed into such a small form factor. The face detection examples provided in the libraries work surprisingly well. Highly recommended for prototyping.

5 FAQ

Q: Does this board support SD card storage for saving images?

A: Yes, the ESP32-CAM has a dedicated microSD card slot on the bottom side that supports FAT16 and FAT32 file systems for local storage.

Q: Is this compatible with Python/MicroPython?

A: Absolutely. You can flash the MicroPython firmware onto the ESP32-CAM and control the camera and wireless features using Python scripts.

Q: Can I power this directly from a 3.3V pin on another microcontroller?

A: No, it is recommended to power the board with 5V via the VIN pin or Micro USB. While the chip operates at 3.3V internally, the camera module and Wi-Fi transmitter require higher current which 3.3V logic pins often cannot supply reliably.

Q: What is the maximum resolution for video streaming?

A: The OV2640 camera sensor supports resolutions up to UXGA (1600x1200). However, for smooth Wi-Fi streaming, lower resolutions like SVGA or VGA are typically used to maintain higher frame rates.

Q: Is the FTDI programmer included in the package?

A: Yes, the package includes a specialized FTDI adapter designed specifically for the ESP32-CAM to facilitate easy code uploading without needing to manually bridge pins.

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