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Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT Camera Dev Board w/ OV5640 Camera

₹2,439.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT Camera Development Board integrates an ESP32-S3 dual-core processor with an OV5640 camera module for embedded computer vision. It supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE for wireless IoT applications and is programmable via ESP-IDF or Arduino IDE for AI vision and audio projects.

Features

  • ESP32-S3 Dual-Core AIoT Platform: Features the ESP32-S3R8 with dual-core Xtensa LX7 processors clocked up to 240MHz, 8MB PSRAM, and 16MB Flash for handling on-device image processing and lightweight AI models.
  • Integrated OV5640 Camera Sensor: Provides a 5MP (2592×1944) camera with a 4.1mm lens (68° DFOV, f/2.8) for high-quality image capture and video streaming in smart vision applications.
  • Dual Wireless Connectivity: Combines 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 5 LE for robust wireless data transfer, remote control, and integration with cloud platforms or mobile apps.
  • Audio I/O for Voice Interaction: Includes a dual-microphone array with echo cancellation and a speaker interface, enabling voice control and audio feedback in interactive IoT projects.
  • Comprehensive Development Support: Fully compatible with Espressif’s ESP-IDF, Arduino core, and ESP-WHO frameworks for streamlined development of edge AI, computer vision, and speech recognition applications.

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Description

The Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT Camera Development Board is a compact, feature-rich platform designed for developers building smart camera and voice-interactive IoT devices. At its core is the Espressif ESP32-S3 dual-core microcontroller, which delivers the processing muscle needed for real-time image capture, on-edge AI inference, and wireless communication protocols.

The board directly interfaces with a high-resolution OV5640 camera sensor via a 24-pin DVP parallel port, providing a dedicated pathway for fast image data transfer. This, combined with the integrated 8MB PSRAM, allows for buffering and processing of frames for tasks like object detection or facial recognition without external memory. The addition of a dual-microphone array and speaker amplifier circuit opens the door for projects requiring audio analysis, voice commands, or two-way audio communication.

Power management is designed for flexibility, supporting operation via a USB-C port or an onboard 3.7V lithium battery charging circuit, making it suitable for portable and battery-powered vision applications. The extensive GPIO breakout provides interfaces for SPI/QSPI displays, UART, I2C, and touch sensors, enabling expansion and integration with other peripherals in a complete IoT system.

Key Features

  • Edge AI Vision Processing: Leverages the ESP32-S3's vector instructions and on-board memory to run lightweight neural networks for object detection, recognition, and classification directly on the device.
  • High-Fidelity Image Capture: The OV5640 sensor supports multiple output formats and resolutions up to 5MP, enabling detailed still images and smooth video for monitoring and analysis applications.
  • Integrated Audio Pipeline: A dedicated audio codec and dual-mic array with acoustic echo cancellation (AEC) enable clear voice pickup and processing for hands-free control and communication.
  • Robust Wireless Stack: Provides stable Wi-Fi connectivity for video streaming or data upload to MQTT brokers/cloud servers, alongside BLE for low-energy beaconing and device pairing.
  • Developer-Friendly Ecosystem: Supported by Espressif's mature ESP-IDF SDK, Arduino core, and MicroPython, with extensive libraries for camera, display, network, and AI functions.
  • Portable Power Design: Onboard battery management IC supports single-cell Li-ion/Li-Po batteries, featuring charging, voltage monitoring, and power-path switching for uninterrupted operation.

Applications

  • Smart Home Security Cameras: For DIY IP cameras with person detection, local video recording, and real-time alerts over Wi-Fi.
  • Interactive AIoT Devices: Enables vision-and-voice-controlled appliances, smart displays, and educational robots.
  • Industrial Visual Inspection: Used in compact machine vision systems for quality control, object counting, or barcode reading on the edge.
  • Wireless Environmental Monitoring: Deployable for remote sites requiring image capture combined with sensor data (e.g., wildlife observation, crop health).
  • Prototyping Edge AI Applications: Ideal for developers testing and validating computer vision and tinyML models before custom hardware design.

Technical Specifications

Microcontroller / SoCEspressif ESP32-S3R8 (Dual-Core Xtensa LX7, up to 240MHz)
Wireless Protocols2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n), Bluetooth 5 LE
Camera SensorOV5640, 5MP (2592 x 1944), 1/4" Lens: 4.1mm, FOV: 68° D, f/2.8
Memory512KB SRAM, 384KB ROM, 8MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash
Audio InterfaceDual-Microphone Array (with AEC), Speaker Amplifier Output
Supply Voltage5V via USB-C, 3.7V via Li-ion Battery
Interfaces24-pin DVP Camera, SPI/QSPI Display, UART, I2C, USB-C, GPIO, Touch Pins
Development FrameworksESP-IDF, Arduino Core, MicroPython, ESP-WHO
Operating TemperatureNot Specified
Dimensions37 x 37 mm (Board)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start programming the Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT Camera Board?

Install the ESP-IDF framework or the Arduino core for ESP32-S3. Connect the board via USB-C. Use the ESP-WHO examples for camera and AI vision. Configure the camera pins in your code to match the board's DVP interface. The board is recognized as a standard ESP32-S3 devkit in the development environment. You can then compile and flash your application directly over the USB serial connection.

What is the power requirement and how do I use the battery?

The board operates at 5V via the USB-C port or 3.7V from a single-cell Li-ion/Li-Po battery connected to the onboard JST connector. The integrated charging circuit manages battery charging when USB power is present. For portable operation, connect a suitable battery; the board will automatically switch to battery power when USB is disconnected. Monitor the battery voltage via the dedicated ADC pin for power management in your firmware.

Can I connect an external display to this board?

Yes, the board exposes SPI and QSPI interfaces specifically for connecting displays like TFT or OLED screens. You will need to connect the display's data, clock, and control lines to the corresponding GPIO pins broken out on the board's headers. Use established libraries like TFT_eSPI or LovyanGFX, ensuring the pin mappings in the library configuration match your physical wiring to drive the external display from your application.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Waveshare ESP32-S3 AIoT Camera Development Board
  • 1 x OV5640 Camera Module (pre-attached)
  • 1 x 1217 8Ω 2W Speaker

Additional Information

Weight 0.12 kg
Dimensions 10 × 12 × 2 cm