DIY Mini Camera

Approximately 40 Yuan in materials, complete with construction instructions and sample images,

The primary intention is to share the construction guide; it must not be used for any activity that violates the law!

The device records 720p video, although the bitrate is relatively low; avoid excessive camera shake during recording. The vendor advertises one hour of continuous use on a 400mAh battery; I haven't recharged mine since purchase due to the limited memory card capacity—it fills quickly. A larger memory card is strongly recommended,

Usage: A single press of the button takes a photo; a long press initiates video recording, and another press stops recording. Aside from powering on/off, there are no other controls—simple and effective, haha

During assembly, ensure the components are positioned precisely as indicated in the documentation. Basic wiring skills are required; soldering is not strictly necessary. I've opted for keyboard switches in the control section to enhance tactile feedback. Toco Bamboo stickers enhance the aesthetic appeal. Detailed parts lists are available in the documentation; ample AB adhesive is recommended (a couple of yuan will suffice). While the design has minor aesthetic flaws, they do not affect functionality. Users are encouraged to create and share improved enclosure designs (please cite sources, haha)!

For video examples of the camera's capabilities, please see the link below:

【40 Yuan DIY 720p Miniature Camera with Photo Capabilities】https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1CFqsY6ETK?vd_source=1e310c3a4f047599192f4647b8f9c8ae