GMSL2 12MP Camera for Raspberry Pi - ArduCam B0550

Description

The ArduCam B0550 kit is designed for vision systems based on Raspberry Pi platforms where long-distance image transmission is required while maintaining high image quality and low latency. The use of the GMSL2 interface enables stable video data transmission over distances of up to 15 m, allowing flexible camera placement in robotic, industrial, and surveillance applications.

The kit features a Sony IMX477 image sensor with a resolution of 12.3 MP (4056 x 3040), enabling high-detail image capture. The rolling shutter sensor operates with a GMSL2 transmission path based on Analog Devices SerDes technology, ensuring reliable video signal transmission and power delivery using the Power-over-Coax configuration.

The use of a single coaxial cable simplifies system installation, reduces cable count, and lowers overall weight and wiring complexity. The kit maintains backward compatibility with selected GMSL1 serializers, enabling upgrades of existing installations. The solution is intended for applications in robotics, surveillance, industrial automation, precision agriculture, IoT systems, and smart city infrastructure.

Features

• Image Sensor
  • Sensor: Sony IMX477
  • Sensor type: CMOS
  • Sensor resolution: 12.3 MP
  • Shutter type: Rolling shutter
  • Optical format: 1/2.3"
  • Pixel size: 1.55 µm x 1.55 µm
  • Active sensor area: 4056 x 3040
• Video Output
  • Output format: RAW12
  • Video modes
  • 2028 x 1080 @ 50 fps
  • 2028 x 1520 @ 40 fps
  • 1332 x 990 @ 120 fps
• Lens
  • Focus type: Manual
  • Lens mount: M12
  • Focal length (EFL): 3.9 mm
  • Aperture: F2.8
  • Field of view (D/H/V): 88° / 75° / 60°
  • Focus range: 1.7 m – infinity
  • IR filter: Integrated IR-cut filter
  • Distortion: < 0.3%
• Interface and Transmission
  • Video interface: GMSL2
  • Power and data transmission: Power-over-Coax (PoC)
  • Maximum cable length: up to 15 m
  • Backward compatibility: support for selected GMSL1 serializers
• Functionality and Compatibility
  • Supported platforms: Raspberry Pi
• Power and Mechanics
  • Adapter board power supply: 5 V / 1 A
  • Camera power supply: 3.3 V / 500 mA
  • Maximum power consumption (kit): 6.6 W
  • Camera board dimensions: 24 x 25 mm
• Environmental Conditions
  • Operating temperature: -20°C ~ 85°C

Kit includes

• 1x ArduCam GMSL2 receiver board (Rx)
• 1x ArduCam GMSL2 transmitter board (Tx)
• 1x FAKRA Z female-to-female coaxial cable, length 1 m
• 1x ArduCam IMX477 12.3 MP camera module
• 1x 22–22 pin FPC cable, length 40 mm
• 1x 22–22 pin FPC cable, length 80 mm
• 1x 15–22 pin FFC cable, length 73 mm
• 1x Mounting hardware set