Take the ESP32-CAM, a board that started appearing on the market in early 2019. On paper, the thing is amazing: an ESP32 with support for a camera and an SD card, all for less than $10.

You'll need an ESP32-CAM model for this one . ... Plus, ESPHome supports simple trigger-action automation, so you can program your ESP32 microcontroller even if you’re not well-versed in coding.

If you want to put an ESP32-Cam on wheels, check this robot out. These devices are even easier to use now that there is a programming board readily available for it.