Introduction

The amazing Raspberry Pi comes in many flavors. Apart from the basic models of Raspberry Pi (currently at version 3), you can opt for small scale versions: Raspberry Pi Zero and Raspberry Pi Zero W.

Here is a basic introduction to the Zero family

Raspberry Pi Zero

The Raspberry Pi Zero is half the size of a Model A+, with twice the power. A tiny version of Raspberry Pi.

• 1Ghz, Single-core CPU
• 512MB RAM
• Mini HDMI and USB On-The-Go ports
• Micro USB power
• HAT-compatible 40-pin header
• Composite video and reset headers

Raspberry Pi Zero W

Raspberry Pi Zero W is basically an upgrade of Raspberry Pi Zero, with added Wifi and Bluetooth onboard.

• 1GHz, single-core CPU
• 512MB RAM
• Mini-HDMI port
• Micro-USB On-The-Go port
• Micro-USB power
• HAT-compatible 40-pin header
• Composite video and reset headers
• CSI camera connector
• 802.11n wireless LAN
• Bluetooth 4.0