Pimoroni OctoCam - Pi Zero W Project Kit (Pi Included!)

Build your own neighbourhood cam, desktop cam, wildlife cam, security cam — or really any kind of camera! The Pimoroni OctoCam kit includes everything you need to get started, including a Pi Zero W, a compact 5MP camera, a fun octopus acrylic mount with four suction cups, and a desk stand. Assembly takes around 30 minutes.

OctoCam uses the compact Pi Zero camera module with the same 5MP sensor as the original Pi camera, so it works out of the box. The cable and circuitry are built-in — just plug the ribbon cable into the connector on your Pi Zero W. With built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth, there's no need for a USB Wi-Fi dongle.

Key Features

• Pi Zero W Included – Complete with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
• 5MP Camera Module – Compact camera with built-in cable and circuitry
• Octopus Acrylic Mount – Fun design with four suction cups for mounting anywhere
• Desk Stand – Included for freestanding use
• motionEyeOS Compatible – Set up as a wireless camera with motion detection

Ideal For

• Home security and CCTV monitoring
• Wildlife and bird feeder cameras
• Time-lapse photography
• Pet monitoring while you're away
• Desktop or workshop cameras

Package Contents

• 1× Raspberry Pi Zero W
• 1× 5MP camera with built-in cable and circuitry
• 1× OctoCam acrylic mount with suction cups and desk stand
• 1× 50cm USB A to micro-B cable
• 1× USB A (female) to micro-B (male) adaptor
• 1× Mini to full-size HDMI adaptor
• 1× Male 2×20 pin header
• 1× Sticker sheet
• 1× Reusable kit box

Resources

• Assembly Guide
• Setting Up motionEyeOS Tutorial