Waveshare Raspberry Pi Camera Module (D) 5MP OV5647 Sensor

Yes, this camera module is fully compatible with Raspberry Pi OS Bullseye and newer releases that use the libcamera software stack. You must enable the camera interface via 'sudo raspi-config' under Interface Options. Legacy raspicam drivers are not supported on these modern OS versions. Ensure your ribbon cable is securely connected to the Pi's CSI port and the camera connector, with the contacts facing the correct orientation as per the FPC cable design.

The camera supports still image capture at its native 5-megapixel resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels. For video, it can record at 1080p (1920x1080) at 30 frames per second, 720p (1280x720) at 60 fps, and 640x480 at 60 or 90 fps. These modes are configured through the libcamera-apps (like libcamera-still and libcamera-vid) or compatible Python libraries. The sensor's 1/4-inch optical format and fixed-focus lens determine the final image quality and field of view.

Connect the included 15-pin flat flex cable (FFC) to the camera module's connector, ensuring the exposed contacts on the cable align with the connector's contacts. The other end plugs into the Raspberry Pi's Camera Serial Interface (CSI) port, located between the Ethernet/USB ports and the HDMI port on most models. Gently lift the plastic clip on the Pi's CSI port, insert the cable with the contacts facing the HDMI port, then press the clip back down to lock it. Always power off the Pi before connecting or disconnecting the cable.