Product Overview
Raspberry Pi 5 uses smaller MIPI connectors than earlier models, so existing cameras need this adapter cable. It is shielded and labelled for camera use.
Key Features
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 22-way to 15-way | Connects existing cameras to the Pi 5 or Zero |
| Shielded cable | Cleaner signal |
| Marked ‘CAMERA’ | Not confused with the display cable |
Applications
| Application Area | Example Projects |
|---|---|
| Security | Positioning a camera away from the Raspberry Pi |
| Robotics | Mounting a camera on a pan-tilt head or robot |
| Photography | Time-lapse and wildlife rigs |
| Machine vision | Cameras mounted over a conveyor or bench |
| Enclosures | Routing the camera through a case |
Benefits
Flexible placement
Choose the length that puts the camera exactly where it’s needed.
Standard connectors
Fits the camera and Raspberry Pi connectors listed under Compatibility.
Easy to swap
Replace a short or damaged cable without touching the camera.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Length | 200 mm |
| Marking | 'CAMERA' printed on the cable |
Compatibility
- Raspberry Pi 5
- All Raspberry Pi Zero models
Why Choose This Product?
Raspberry Pi 5 needs this cable to use existing 15-pin cameras such as the Camera Module v2 and HQ Camera.
Beginner Use Cases
- Mount a camera at the front of a robot
- Put a camera in a bird box
- Make a doorbell camera
- Build a time-lapse rig
Professional Use Cases
- Inspection cameras over production lines
- Camera heads on pan-tilt mounts
- Multi-camera enclosures
- Lab imaging setups
Please Note
- Camera cable only — do not use with a display (use the Raspberry Pi 5 Display Cable)
Which Camera Cable Do I Need?
- Raspberry Pi 4, 3 and earlier have a standard 15-pin camera connector: use a 15-pin to 15-pin cable — 15 cm, 30 cm, 50 cm, 100 cm or 200 cm.
- Raspberry Pi 5 has smaller 22-pin connectors: use the Raspberry Pi 5 Camera Cable (22-pin to 15-pin).
- Raspberry Pi Zero, Zero W and Zero 2 W also use 22-pin: use the Zero Camera Cable (22-pin to 15-pin).
- Pick the shortest length that reaches — flat camera cables are best kept away from motors and power wiring on long runs.

