That's not a transcript, it's a PetaPixel article. As such, there are no timestamps. It also claims to be from 2025, which is obviously wrong.
Abstract:
This article describes a DIY project by a Reddit user named Dycus, who constructed a functional digital camera using the sensor from an optical mouse and a 3D-printed housing. The camera is low-resolution, capturing 64-shade grayscale images, and has 32kB of internal storage for up to 48 photos. It features several shooting modes, including a standard single shot, a quad shot, and a panoramic 'smear shot'. The creator emphasizes the project's 'fun factor' over technical image quality, comparing it favorably to the Game Boy Camera due to its higher color depth.
Overview of a DIY Optical Mouse Camera
Core Concept: A Reddit user named Dycus created a compact digital camera from an optical mouse sensor, housed in a 3D-printed body.
Time Investment: The project reportedly took around 65 hours to complete.
Image Specifications: Image resolution is extremely low at just 900 pixels (far below one megapixel) but offers a 64-shade grayscale color depth.
Storage Capacity: The camera has 32kB of on-board storage, which is enough to hold up to 48 pictures.
Shooting Modes: The device supports multiple modes, including a standard single shot, a "quad shot," and a panoramic "smear shot" that scans a scene column by column as the user sweeps the camera. It can also convert mouse-like movements into drawings.
Creator's Perspective: The project prioritizes fun and creativity over technical performance. The creator compares it to a Game Boy Camera, noting that while his camera is lower resolution, its greater color depth (64 vs 4 shades) is a significant advantage for creating recognizable images.