$17 vs $100 DIY Eye Tracking Cameras

This video compares two infrared eye tracking cameras, the $17 GC0308 and the $100 Spinel OV9281. Both can be used for DIY eye tracking applications, though they have slightly different characterstics and need different types of modifications to work.

The cameras in this video can be found on Amazon:
GC0308 Camera ($17): https://amzn.to/41x8p2W
Spinel Camera (~$100): https://amzn.to/3D8faQB (price may vary)
Irradiance meter:
https://amzn.to/3EmtvZD

Other useful tools/supplies
USB Extension cable x2 ($8): https://amzn.to/4knyf1N
(for extending GC0308 cable)
Glue Gun ($3): https://amzn.to/41JalXn
Glue Gun w 30x glue sticks ($10): https://amzn.to/4h49jcQ
Dark paint ($5): https://amzn.to/43qC0NU


This code will also run on the Raspberry Pi 4b:
https://amzn.to/4hrnLg6

Raspberry pi video here:
   • Eye tracking on a Raspberry Pi (with GPT C...  

Instructions for the DIY Spinel setup as well as how to change the lens focus (@2:54) can be found in this video:    • DIY Infrared Eye Tracker for under $100  

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