Question 1

How do I capture a photo with ESP32-CAM using MicroPython?

Accepted Answer

Initialize the camera with `camera.init()` using parameters like `format=camera.JPEG` and `fb_location=camera.PSRAM`, then call `camera.capture()` to get the image buffer, as shown in the ESP32-CAM example in the README.

Question 2

What resolution can I achieve with PSRAM enabled?

Accepted Answer

With PSRAM enabled, you can capture images at resolutions up to QSXGA. The framesize options range from 96x96 to QSXGA, listed in the README under the framesize settings.

Question 3

Can I use this with Arduino instead of MicroPython?

Accepted Answer

No, this driver is specifically for MicroPython on ESP32. For Arduino, you would need to use the ESP32 camera library for Arduino, which is a different codebase and environment.

Question 4

How to adjust image quality in micropython-camera-driver?

Accepted Answer

Use the `camera.quality()` function with a value between 10 and 63, where lower numbers mean higher quality. This is demonstrated in the example code for fine-tuning JPEG output.

Question 5

What ESP32 boards are compatible with this driver?

Accepted Answer

It supports boards like ESP32-CAM, M5Camera, and T-Camera Mini, but requires specific pin configurations detailed in the README for each model, with example init calls provided.

Question 6

Does it support video recording or streaming?

Accepted Answer

No, it only supports capturing still JPEG images. For video, you would need additional hardware or software, as the driver is optimized for single image capture due to memory constraints.

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