motion_detection

Realtime webcam motion detection using OpenCV and Python

Webcam Motion Detection (OpenCV)

This project implements a real-time motion detection system using a webcam and classical computer vision techniques.

The program continuously captures frames from a webcam, compares consecutive frames to detect motion, and displays live video output. This project focuses on understanding core computer vision concepts such as frame differencing, noise reduction, and real-time video processing.

Features

• Live webcam video capture
• Continuous frame processing
• Motion detection foundation (frame differencing)
• Clean exit and resource handling

Tech Stack

• Python
• OpenCV
• NumPy

How It Works

1. Capture frames from the webcam
2. Process frames in real time
3. Detect changes between consecutive frames
4. Display live video output

Getting Started

Install dependencies

pip install opencv-python numpy