Goobuy UC-501 is a family of compact 15×15mm-class USB UVC cameras for Android external camera applications, commercial terminals and embedded OEM equipment. The six configurations include 720P pinhole, 2MP standard, 2MP WDR, 5MP autofocus, 5MP manual-focus gooseneck and 8MP autofocus models. Each configuration addresses different requirements for resolution, focus, lighting, viewing position and mechanical integration

Goobuy UC-501 15×15mm Micro USB Camera Family: Six Models for Android and OEM Equipment

Six Compact USB UVC Camera Solutions for Android, Commercial Terminals and OEM Equipment

Goobuy has established a six-model UC-501 compact USB camera family, offering different imaging configurations for equipment manufacturers, commercial hardware developers and OEM system integrators.

Built around compact camera designs, standard USB UVC connectivity and flexible optical configurations, the Goobuy UC-501 family includes 720P pinhole, 2MP standard, 2MP WDR, 5MP autofocus, 5MP manual-focus gooseneck and 8MP autofocus versions.

These miniature USB cameras are designed for applications where conventional webcams or larger camera assemblies are difficult to install, or where an existing Android, Windows or Linux host requires an additional external camera.

Rather than offering six cameras with only different pixel counts, Goobuy provides six configurations addressing different engineering requirements: installation space, working distance, lighting conditions, autofocus, camera positioning and image detail.

1. Compact 15×15mm-Class Micro USB Camera Platform

The UC-501 series is designed for equipment manufacturers who need a compact USB camera head connected to an existing host system.

Depending on the model, the family offers:

• Compact 15×15mm-class camera configurations

• USB 2.0 UVC video output

• 720P, 2MP, 5MP and 8MP options

• Fixed-focus, manual-focus and autofocus configurations

• Pinhole, standard and interchangeable M12 lens options

• Hardware WDR imaging

• Flexible USB-C, USB-A and Micro USB configurations

• Different cable lengths and mechanical arrangements

The term Micro USB Camera in this product family primarily describes a miniature USB camera form factor. USB connector selection depends on the specific model and configuration.

2. Six UC-501 Models for Different Applications

Model 1 — UC-501-720P: Compact Pinhole USB-C Camera

View Goobuy UC-501-720P 720P Pinhole USB Camera

A basic HD external USB camera for applications requiring a small pinhole lens and straightforward video input.

Key specifications:

• 1/4-inch 1MP CMOS sensor

• 1280 × 720 @ 30fps

• 3.7mm pinhole lens

• Approximately 80° FOV

• Standard USB-C cable, 1 meter

• Standard USB 2.0 UVC output

• No built-in microphone

• 15 × 15mm lens holder

Typical applications:

• Compact Android commercial terminals

• Pinhole camera installations

• Kiosk equipment

• Embedded devices

• Basic machine and compartment viewing

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Model 2 — UC-501-2MP: General-Purpose External USB Camera

View Goobuy UC-501-2MP 15×15mm Micro USB Camera

The standard UC-501 configuration is a versatile 1080P external USB camera for Android devices, PCs and embedded equipment.

Key specifications:

• 1/2.9-inch 2MP CMOS sensor

• 1920 × 1080 @ 30fps

• Standard M12 lens, approximately 95°

• Interchangeable M12 lens options

• Manual focus

• USB 2.0 UVC

• MJPEG / YUY2

• Built-in microphone

• USB-A, USB-C and Micro USB options

Typical applications:

• Android phones and tablets

• Industrial Android terminals

• Smart lockers

• Vending machines

• Compact inspection equipment

• Tight-space equipment viewing

Its main advantage is lens flexibility. Buyers can evaluate wide-angle, low-distortion, pinhole and telephoto configurations according to working distance and installation requirements.

Model 3 — UC-501-WDR: Hardware WDR USB Camera

View Goobuy UC-501-WDR for AI Retail and Self-Service Equipment

Designed for commercial equipment operating under challenging lighting conditions, UC-501-WDR combines compact USB integration with hardware wide dynamic range imaging.

Key specifications:

• 2MP / 1080P

• 1920 × 1080 @ 30fps

• Hardware WDR up to 120dB

• Default approximately 93° diagonal FOV

• Optional lens and FOV configurations

• USB 2.0 UVC

• USB-C / header configurations

• Compact 15 × 15mm housing

Typical applications:

• AI electronic scales

• Smart vending machines

• Self-checkout terminals

• Retail kiosks

• QR code capture devices

• Access control terminals

• Commercial equipment facing strong backlight or reflections

The main differentiation is its ability to preserve more usable image information in scenes containing both bright and dark areas.

Model 4 — UC-501-5MP-AF: Miniature 5MP Autofocus USB Camera

View Goobuy UC-501-5MP Autofocus USB Camera

For equipment that needs higher image detail and captures targets at different working distances, the 5MP autofocus version provides a more flexible imaging configuration.

Key specifications:

• 1/4-inch OmniVision CMOS sensor

• 2592 × 1944 @ 15fps MJPEG

• 1920 × 1080 @ 30fps

• Autofocus lens

• 3.54mm lens

• Approximately 78.2° diagonal FOV

• USB 2.0 UVC

• Compact 15 × 15mm camera board

• Optional USB-C configurations

Typical applications:

• ID and document capture terminals

• QR and barcode capture

• Visitor check-in kiosks

• POS equipment

• Healthcare check-in terminals

• Close-range inspection devices

Autofocus is particularly useful when a device must capture faces, cards, documents, labels or small objects presented at different distances.

Model 5 — UC-501 5MP MF Gooseneck: Positionable USB Camera

View Goobuy 5MP Manual-Focus Gooseneck USB Camera

Unlike conventional miniature USB cameras, this version combines a compact camera head with a 30cm flexible metal gooseneck.

Its primary advantage is camera positioning rather than autofocus.

Key features:

• 5MP sensor / DSP platform

• Manual-focus lens

• 90° horizontal FOV

• 30cm effective metal gooseneck

• Flexible camera-head positioning

• Built-in microphone

• USB UVC connectivity

• USB-C configuration

Typical applications:

• Electronics repair workbenches

• PCB maintenance and documentation

• Equipment service stations

• Electrical cabinet inspection

• Hands-free visual recording

• Desktop demonstrations

• Remote technical training

The flexible metal gooseneck allows operators to position the camera near the working area while keeping the host device and display in a convenient location.

Model 6 — UC-501-8MP-AF: Sony IMX179 High-Resolution USB Camera

View Goobuy UC-501-8MP-AF Sony IMX179 USB Camera

The 8MP version is designed for applications where capturing small visual details and maintaining image information for documentation are important.

Key specifications:

• Sony IMX179 1/3.2-inch 8MP sensor

• 3264 × 2448 @ 15fps

• 2592 × 1944 @ 15fps

• 1920 × 1080 @ 30fps

• Autofocus

• Approximately 92° diagonal FOV

• MJPEG / YUY2

• USB 2.0 / USB-C UVC

• 12 × 12mm PCB

• 15 × 15mm housing

Typical applications:

• PCBA documentation

• Electronics repair stations

• RMA inspection

• Serial number and product label capture

• QR micro-code imaging

• Portable inspection tools

• Compact laboratory imaging equipment

For high-speed AOI, hardware-triggered inspection or global-shutter applications, a dedicated machine vision camera may be more appropriate.

3. External USB Camera for Android Phones and Tablets

One of the main applications of the Goobuy UC-501 family is external USB camera integration for compatible Android devices.

Many commercial and industrial users already have an Android phone, tablet, rugged tablet or embedded Android terminal. However, the built-in camera may not provide the required viewing angle, physical position or access to a confined equipment area.

A compact external USB camera offers another approach.

Typical connection:

UC-501 Camera → USB-C / USB OTG → Compatible Android Host → USB Camera App

Depending on the selected model, customers can evaluate different camera resolutions, lens configurations and camera-head arrangements without replacing their existing Android host system.

Important compatibility requirements:

• Android device must support USB Host / OTG.

• Sufficient USB power must be available.

• A compatible UVC USB Camera application is required.

• Actual video resolution and frame rate should be validated on the target device.

USB-C connector availability alone does not guarantee external camera compatibility.

Goobuy UC-501 USB camera Series — Core Technical Specification Comparison

Technical Specification	UC-501-720P	UC-501-2MP	UC-501-WDR	UC-501-5MP-AF	UC-501 5MP MF Gooseneck	UC-501-8MP-AF
Product Type	Mini Pinhole USB Camera	Mini USB Camera	WDR USB Camera	Mini Autofocus USB Camera	Gooseneck USB Camera	High-Resolution Autofocus USB Camera
Image Sensor	1/4" 1MP CMOS	1/2.9" 2MP CMOS	1/2.8" CMOS (model unspecified)	1/4" OmniVision CMOS	Same 5MP sensor/DSP platform as 5MP AF	Sony IMX179
Sensor Resolution	1MP	2MP	2MP	5MP	5MP	8MP
Maximum Resolution	1280 × 720	1920 × 1080	1920 × 1080	2592 × 1944	5MP platform; exact output modes to be confirmed	3264 × 2448
Maximum Frame Rate	30fps	30fps	30fps	15fps @ 5MP	To be confirmed	15fps @ 8MP
1080P Frame Rate	N/A	30fps	30fps	30fps	To be confirmed	30fps
Focus Method	Fixed Focus	Manual Focus	Fixed Focus / Configuration Dependent	Autofocus	Manual Focus	Autofocus
Standard Lens	3.7mm Pinhole	M12 Lens, approx. 95° standard configuration	M12 Lens, approx. 93° DFOV	3.54mm AF Lens	90° HFOV	92° DFOV
Field of View	Approx. 80°	Lens Dependent	Approx. 93° DFOV (default)	DFOV 78.2° / HFOV 66.2° / VFOV 52.1°	90° HFOV	Approx. 92° DFOV
Special Features	Compact Pinhole Design	Interchangeable M12 Lenses	Hardware WDR up to 120dB	Autofocus	30cm Flexible Metal Gooseneck	8MP High-Detail Autofocus
Built-in Microphone	No	Yes	Not Specified	Yes	Yes	Not Specified
USB Interface	USB 2.0 UVC	USB 2.0 UVC	USB 2.0 UVC	USB 2.0 UVC / OTG	USB UVC	USB 2.0 UVC
Connector Options	USB Type-C	USB-A / Type-C / Micro-USB	USB-C / 5-Pin Header	USB-A / Type-C	Type-C Configuration	USB Type-C
Standard Cable Length	1m	Configuration Dependent	Configuration Dependent	1.2m	Configuration Dependent	Configuration Dependent
Camera / Holder Size	15 × 15mm Lens Holder	15 × 15mm Lens Holder	15 × 15mm Housing	15 × 15 × 13mm	Approx. 15 × 15 × 21mm Camera Head	12 × 12mm PCB / 15 × 15mm Housing
Power Supply	5V USB	5V USB	5V USB	5V USB	5V USB	5V USB
Typical Current	Not Specified	Approx. 90mA	Not Specified	Approx. 140–220mA	Not Specified	Not Specified
Primary Differentiator	Basic HD Imaging & Pinhole Installation	Versatile General-Purpose USB Camera	High-Contrast Lighting Performance	Variable-Distance Autofocus	Flexible Camera Positioning & Hands-Free Viewing	High-Resolution Detail Capture

4. Typical Commercial and Industrial Applications

The six UC-501 configurations cover several practical equipment categories.

Application Category	Typical Equipment	Recommended Models
Android External Camera	Android phones, tablets, industrial terminals	720P / 2MP / 5MP AF / 8MP AF
Commercial Kiosks	Self-service, POS, access terminals	2MP / WDR / 5MP AF
Smart Retail	AI scales, vending machines, self-checkout	2MP / WDR / 5MP AF
Compact Inspection	Machine cavities, equipment panels, inspection tools	720P / 2MP / 8MP AF
Maintenance & Repair	PCB repair, service stations, workbenches	5MP MF Gooseneck / 5MP AF / 8MP AF
High-Detail Capture	Labels, serial numbers, small components	5MP AF / 8MP AF

The correct camera should be selected according to the actual working distance, field of view, lighting conditions, target size, available installation space and host compatibility rather than resolution alone.

5. OEM Configuration and Sample Evaluation

Goobuy UC-501 is designed for equipment manufacturers and OEM buyers who need a compact USB UVC camera based on an existing, mature hardware platform.

Depending on the selected model, practical configuration options can include:

• Lens and field of view selection

• USB-A, USB-C or Micro USB connector

• Cable length and routing

• Camera housing and mounting arrangements

• Focus configuration

• Sample testing with the intended host device

We focus on existing camera platforms and practical configuration rather than unnecessary from-zero camera development.

For an initial evaluation, please provide your host device, operating system, target working distance, required field of view, lighting conditions, installation space and estimated quantity.

About Goobuy

Goobuy specializes in compact USB cameras and camera solutions for Android devices, PCs and commercial equipment.

The UC-501 family reflects our focus on mature miniature UVC camera platforms, practical optical configurations and flexible OEM integration.

From a basic 720P pinhole camera to 8MP autofocus imaging and flexible gooseneck configurations, Goobuy helps equipment manufacturers select a suitable camera according to their actual application requirements.

Looking for a 15×15mm-Class Micro USB Camera or External USB Camera for Android?

Explore the six Goobuy UC-501 configurations above or contact our team with your equipment requirements.

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