13Burglar Detector with Photo Capture

This project will teach you to use the Raspberry Pi Camera Module v2, which, along with the PIR motion sensor, will detect and photograph trespassers. When the motion sensor detects movement, it triggers an event that takes a photo so you know who was in your house while you were out.

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PARTS REQUIRED

Raspberry Pi

Breadboard

Raspberry Pi Camera Module v2

PIR mot ion sensor HC-SR501

Pushbut ton

Jumper wires

INTRODUCING THE RASPBERRY PI CAMERA MODULE V2

The Raspberry Pi Camera Module v2, shown in Figure 13-1, features an 8 MP Sony IMX219 image sensor with a fixed-focus lens. It’s capable of 3280×2464 pixel static ...

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