Arducam LN010 M12 Mount 0.76mm Focal Length Camera Lens M32076M20

Yes, the Arducam LN010 lens is compatible with Raspberry Pi Camera Modules (like the V2) that feature a standard M12 (S-mount) threaded lens holder. You must first unscrew the original lens from the camera sensor board. Then, carefully thread this 0.76mm lens onto the module, ensuring it is snug but not over-tightened to avoid damaging the threads or sensor alignment. Always power off the Raspberry Pi before swapping lenses.

The integrated 650nm infrared (IR) cut filter blocks longer wavelength infrared light from reaching the camera sensor. This improves color accuracy and contrast in visible light imaging by preventing IR pollution, which can cause images to appear washed out or hazy. It is particularly beneficial for daylight or well-lit indoor applications where true color reproduction is important for object recognition, surveillance, or machine vision tasks.

To calculate the field of view, you need the sensor size of your camera module (e.g., 1/4" or 1/3.2"). Use the formula: FOV (horizontal) = 2 * arctan( (sensor width / 2) / focal length ). For a 1/3.2" sensor (approx. 4.8mm width) and a 0.76mm lens, the horizontal FOV is roughly 120 degrees. This ultra-wide angle is ideal for applications requiring broad scene coverage, such as room monitoring or panoramic imaging, without needing a fisheye distortion effect.