Custom Handheld Pi Zero HQ Camera
This project stands out in the realm of DIY camera technology. At its core, the camera integrates a Raspberry Pi Zero (with a preference for the Pi Zero 2) and the High-Quality (HQ) Camera module, coupled with a compact 1.5" Waveshare OLED display. Its unique features include live preview, zoom-crop panning for manual focus assistance, file viewing capabilities, and an integrated 10-axis IMU for potential horizon level overlay applications.
This creation is less about competing with high-end cameras like the Sony Alpha series and more about providing a platform for custom software development and experimentation in camera design. The estimated cost of the camera, considering major components and a 35mm lens, stands around $185.00
The GitHub page:
https://github.com/jdc-cunningham/pi-zero-hq-cam
https://hackaday.io/project/194024-custom-handheld-pi-zero-hq-camera
GitHub
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Custom Handheld Pi Zero HQ Camera
This camera uses a Pi Zero (2 preferred) with the HQ camera and a 1.5" OLED display. It has common camera features such as live preview, zoom-crop panning for manual focus assist and file view. It also has a 10-axis IMU (GY-91) inside just because it was the same form factor as a 6050 the intent is for horizon level overlay.



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Very nice. The other day I was reading this review of HQ camera and is amazing how good this itself is https://community.element14.com/products/roadtest/rv/roadtest_reviews/514/raspberry_pi_hq_came
Yes, it's great work
Did you add to DH Github?
Yes, i did