Official Raspberry Pi Camera NOIR V2:

 The Official Raspberry Pi Camera Module NOIR V2 is a high-performance 8MP camera designed for low-light and night-vision photography. Based on the Sony IMX219 image sensor, this camera delivers crisp 1080p video and high-resolution stills. What makes it unique is the absence of an IR filter (NOIR = No InfraRed filter), making it ideal for applications where infrared lighting is used, such as night surveillance, wildlife monitoring, plant health inspection, and scientific imaging.

This is the official camera developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation and is fully compatible with all Raspberry Pi boards featuring a CSI (Camera Serial Interface) connector.

Why Use the NOIR Version?

Unlike the standard V2 camera, the NOIR version lacks an IR filter, allowing it to detect infrared light. This makes it highly sensitive in dark environments when used with IR LEDs—enabling night vision capability. It's the go-to choice for security systems, wildlife observation, and plant growth monitoring in dark conditions.

Compatible With

• Raspberry Pi 5, 4 Model B, 3 Model B/B+, 2 Model B

• Raspberry Pi Zero and Zero W (with adapter cable)

• Jetson Nano (with CSI port and driver support)

• Pi Camera Python Module, OpenCV, Motion, and more

Popular Use Cases

• Night Vision Cameras with IR LED modules

• Wildlife Monitoring and Time-Lapse Photography

• Scientific Imaging and Spectral Analysis

• Smart Agriculture / Plant Health Tracking

• AI & Computer Vision with TensorFlow, OpenCV

• Surveillance Cameras and IoT Monitoring Systems