ESP32-Cam Module Lens hack

A simple hack to add any M12 lens to you ESP32- Cam Module.

What will you need?

- 1 ESP32- Cam Module (OV2640)
- 3 Screws 1.7mm 6mm Philips Head
- 1 M12 Camera Lens Case sold for example on Aliexpress or eBay (The
- the 3D printed Parts (The Part Placeholder is optional, you will only need it if you want to glue the camera to the SD- card Holder)
- and of cours a M12 Lens of your choice.

First of all take the camera apart from the ESP32- Module

We have to get rid off the old lens.

Now let's take a look: The lens of the Camera- Module is glued with a drop of glue to the camera body.

Use a small sharp knife and scratch a little bit between the lens and the body. You will see that the glue will come off.

With a pair of pliers you can now try to turn the lens off (counterclockwise).

Be careful with the knife and the lens aswell! It's a little bit difficult and takes it's time.

Now put a drop of UHU Allplast glue to the center of the printed bottom part and p