Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR

The Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR is the latest entry in the Official Raspberry Pi range of camera modules, offering a new 12 Megapixel Sony IMX708 image sensor, powered autofocus, improved low-light sensitivity and HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for your Raspberry Pi projects!

To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi 5, you will need to buy an adapter cable!

To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi Zero, you will need to buy this adapter cable!

This NoIR version is infrared-sensitive with no InfraRed (NoIR) filter on the lens, which makes it perfect for shooting Infrared photography and taking pictures/video in low light (twilight) environments. For night photography, you’ll need to flood the target with infrared light.

The new Camera Module 3 is available with a standard 75° or wide-angle 120° lens (select version before adding to cart), giving you more options for your specific project needs. We also have a standard version which is better suited for daylight photography.

The module is capable of 4608×2592 pixel images and 4608×2592 @14 FPS/2304×1296 @56 FPS/1536×864 @120FPS video. When HDR is enabled, the resolution is limited to 2304×1296 @ 30 FPS.

Compatibility (Important!)

Accessories

• The Camera Module 3 is mechanically identical to the previous Camera Module V2 apart from the front sensor section. The new sensor is larger and may not fit all previous camera accessories
• We are in the process of updating each camera accessory in the store to indicate compatibility within the product descriptions

Software

• The Camera Module 3 can only be used with libcamera – the previous raspistill/raspivid libraries will not work
• You will need to update Raspberry Pi OS as the Camera Module 3 requires a new driver and a specific version of libcamera

Boards

• The Camera Module 3 is compatible with all Raspberry Pi boards with a full-size camera connector (CSI connector)
• To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi 5 (which has a smaller CSI connector), you will need to use a Raspberry Pi 5 camera adapter cable
• To use this camera with a Raspberry Pi Zero (which has a smaller CSI connector), you will need to use an adapter cable

Features

• Back-illuminated and stacked CMOS 12-megapixel image sensor (Sony IMX708)
• High signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
• Built-in 2D Dynamic Defect Pixel Correction (DPC)
• Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for rapid autofocus
• QBC Re-mosaic function
• HDR mode (up to 3-megapixel output)
• CSI-2 serial data output
• 2-wire serial communication (supports I2C fast mode and fast-mode plus)
• 2-wire serial control of focus mechanism

Specifications

• Sensor: Sony IMX708
• Resolution: 11.9 megapixels
• Sensor size: 7.4mm sensor diagonal
• Pixel size: 1.4μm × 1.4μm
• Horizontal/vertical: 4608 × 2592 pixels
• Common video modes: 1080p50, 720p100, 480p120
• Output: RAW10
• IR cut filter: Not present (NoIR)
• Autofocus system: Phase Detection Autofocus
• Dimensions: 25 × 24 × 11.5mm (12.4mm height for Wide variants)
• Ribbon cable length: 150mm
• Cable connector: 15 × 1mm FPC
• Compliance:
• FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B, Class B Digital Device
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU
• Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU
• Production lifetime: Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 will remain in production until at least January 2030

Lens Specifications

Standard

• Effective focal length 4.74mm
• f/1.8
• Diagonal field of view 75 degrees (at 16:9)
• 35mm equivalent focal length roughly 28mm (full width) – 30mm (3:2 crop)
• Focus 10cm – infinity

Wide

• Effective focal length 2.75mm
• f/2.2
• Diagonal field of view 120 degrees (at 16:9)
• 35mm equivalent focal length roughly 16mm (full width) – 18mm (3:2 crop)
• Focus 5cm – infinity

Package Contents

• 1x Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR (Standard or wide – please select the required version before adding to cart)
• 1x 150mm camera ribbon cable (fitted to the camera module)

Resources

• Product Brief
• Raspberry Pi Camera Information Page
• Libcamera information page
• Installing a Raspberry Pi Camera
• How to use Two Camera Modules with Raspberry Pi 5

Quick Start

To check if your Camera Module 3 is connected properly, run this quick test:

libcamera-hello -t 0 --autofocus-mode continuous [ --qt-preview ]

If you want to play with the awesome new autofocus feature, here are some commands to try:

--lens-position 0.0 # Fixed focus at infinity--lens-position 1.0 # Fixed focus at about 1m (not calibrated), the default--lens-position 10.0 # Fixed focus at about 10cm (not calibrated)--autofocus-mode continuous # Continuous AF during viewfinder and video capture--autofocus-on-capture # Focus just before still image capture (libcamera-still only)

To see all options for the libcamera application, use:

--help