Raspberry Pi Camera Group Test

Raspberry Pi Camera group test, comparing the ZeroCam, Raspberry Pi Camera V2, and the Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The cameras reviewed in this video are available from Adafruit (US), The Pi Hut (UK) and Pimoroni (UK) as below. Please note that these are NOT affiliate links, that I purchased all hardware shown, and that I have no association with these companies.

ZeroCam (The Pi Hut / UK):
Zero Spy Camera equivalent (Adafruit):

Raspberry Camera Module V2.1:

Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera:

16mm lens for HQ Camera:

If you like this video, you may be interested in others where I combine a Raspberry Pi and a camera, including:

Raspberry Pi MotionEyeOS Network Camera:

Raspberry Pi Plant Watering:

Raspberry Pi Devastator Robot #4:

More videos on SBCs and wider computing and related topics can be found at:

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:36 Contenders
03:20 ZeroCam
07:13 Raspberry Pi Camera V2
11:17 Raspberry Pi High Quality Camera
17:55 Wrap

[MartinBgelund]

This is indeed one of the most British tests I've ever seen: The Tardis, Raspberry Pi, a Dalek, an EC cup (with the world famous Mr Scissors in it), and then of course Chris.
It could only get more British if Mr Scissors ✂️ drank a cup of tea in the photo 😄

[perrymcclusky]

“Doctor Barnett and the Dalek”. What a treat! Looking forward to your next video.

[caturdaynite]

I built the PI zero cam project you featured on this channel Chris. We have it pointed towards a window where our cats hang out. When we are out of town, we can spy on our cats and see what the weather is like in our yard. We really like it a lot. The Pi zero cam is a great value.

[matthiaswandel]

Those small cameras may need focusing. Some of them come with a tool to adjust the focus. But even so, the focus is not entirely stable over time.

[minhthinle]

This man can stretch a 5 min topic into 20 minute and somehow still make it interesting to watch

[VideosfromNH]

10:21 The first happy Dalek I've seen.

The zero cam paired with Raspberry Pi Zero and small power pack would make a nice body cam.

I enjoy the SBC videos, but prefer the ones featuring the Raspberry Pi line.

[bruce]

It's like a nice warm cup of tea and a hot water bottle on a cold day watching your lovely friendly videos, thanks Chris!

[AlRoderick]

That last still is the Dalek's headshot that his modeling agent sends around. How much is he paid?

"EXTRA RATE! EXTRA RATE!"

[lastinline]

Even though I have no use or interest in pursuing image capture, this was a fascinating exploration of a previously murky Pi subject, and I eagerly await the next chapter (as I do all Pi videos).

[alex.vlascu]

The Dalek came back at 10:30 I must admit I didn't expect that plot twist.

[chrisg]

Am I right in thinking that if you intend to record video then the ZeroCam would be a better option over the V2. As the video seems to be recorded pixel for pixel (at 1080) and the sensor die is the same size, then the individual pixels on the sensor on the ZeroCam are larger, thus hopefully producing less noise, especially in darker conditions.

[chrismorgan]

Great video, Chris. Frankly surprised that the V2 camera was so far off with color representation (that odd reddish hue on everything) and surprised by the quality of the Zero camera at that price point. The Dalek was a nice touch for testing the video quality.

[StephenC]

Good Sunday to you all. Another fun filled fact packed EC video. Thanks for all you do for us Chris.

[trevorford]

The future is miniaturization I suspect, technology seems to get smaller every year. I'm really impressed with these cameras.

[NewAgeDIY]

Good morning Chris. Love today’s topic! The Raspberry Pi cameras and software like MotionEye0S are one the best way to make your own DYI security system.

[davidzoozoo]

Thank you Chris for another informative and entertaining video. Cheers.

[keepsformat]

I was thinking of buying a camera for the motioneyeOS use, this video helped thank you!

[deechvogt]

Chris, thanks for running down all the camera options for everyone's favorite SBC. Now I know which camera to purchase for what purposes. Thanks again for another useful SBC computer video. Until next time, stay well!

[Hunnterk]

That ZeroCam is amazingly good. I wasn't expecting it to be that good. That's almost a steal at that price.

[richardpalmanteer]

That was a good preview of the Rpi Camera's, as stated before I have the Raspberry Pi V 1.1 camera. After viewing the video on the V 2.1 camera looks like a upgrade is in order. Thanks again Chris :) Looking forward to the next video.