Arducam LN059 8° 35mm M12 Lens for Raspberry Pi HQ Camera

First, unscrew the default lens from your Raspberry Pi HQ Camera module. Take the included M12 lens adapter and screw it securely onto the camera's C/CS mount threads. Then, screw the Arducam LN059 lens into the M12 adapter. Ensure all connections are tight but do not over-torque to avoid damaging the threads. The camera's software interface (like libcamera) will automatically detect the new focal length properties.

The ultra-narrow 8-degree horizontal field of view provides a magnified, detailed view of distant subjects, perfect for surveillance, wildlife monitoring, or precision measurement. The absence of an IR cut filter means the lens is sensitive to near-infrared light. This allows it to be used with IR illuminators for night vision applications or with specialized filters for scientific imaging, offering greater flexibility beyond standard visible-light photography.

Yes, but the field of view and performance will differ. The lens is physically compatible with other Raspberry Pi cameras using the same M12 adapter, but the specified 8-degree horizontal FoV is calibrated for the larger sensor of the High Quality Camera. On a Raspberry Pi V1 or V2 Camera, the effective horizontal FoV reduces to approximately 5 degrees, providing an even more telephoto effect due to the smaller sensor size.