Learn how to get the most out of your Raspberry Pi cameras with the latest operating system based on Debian 11 (Bullseye). Bullseye replaces the traditional raspistill and raspicam camera commands with a new set of open-source tools that aim to take full advantage of all official Raspberry Pi cameras. libcamera is a Linux, Android, and ChromeOS support library that provides a set of easy-to-use tools for adjusting a variety of camera settings, such as aperture, color balance, and exposure. This article will guide you through some of the most useful commands and switches and show you a unique way to stream live video over a network with your Raspberry Pi.
Use Bullseye with Raspberry Pi Cameras
Camera Connection and Setup
If you’re new to using Raspberry Pi cameras, this article includes a step-by-step guide on how to connect and configure your camera. Follow the tutorial from the “Set up a Raspberry Pi camera” section up to and including step six.
Taking Still Images
Start with a quick “Hello world” test of your camera using the libcamera-hello command. Then, use the libcamera-jpeg tool to take quick and easy point-and-shoot images. For more advanced options such as adjusting image size or capturing PNG images, use the libcamera-still command.
Advanced Options
If you want to capture high-quality photos on your Raspberry Pi camera, use the libcamera-still command. With this command, you can specify the encoding and file name, set the date and time, and more.
Capturing Video
If you want to capture high-quality video on your Raspberry Pi camera, use the libcamera-vid command. This tool allows you to record high-definition video in h264, mjpeg, and yuv420 formats.
Streaming Video
You can stream video over a network with your Raspberry Pi camera using the libcamera-vid command. This is useful for tasks such as pet cameras or doorbell cameras.
Final Words
Raspberry Pi cameras are plug-and-play with single-board computers, and there are many types of camera modules and lenses to choose from. With the Bullseye operating system, you can take full advantage of all official Raspberry Pi cameras and their features. Whether you want to capture still images, high-quality video, or live stream video over a network, this article has you covered.
FAQ
What are the new open-source tools in Bullseye operating system?
Bullseye replaces the traditional raspistill and raspicam camera commands with a new set of open-source tools in libcamera. These tools are designed to take full advantage of all official Raspberry Pi cameras and their features.
How do I connect and configure my Raspberry Pi camera?
This article includes a step-by-step guide on how to connect and configure your Raspberry Pi camera. Follow the tutorial from the “Set up a Raspberry Pi camera” section up to and including step six.
What is the most advanced way to capture images with my Raspberry Pi camera?
The most advanced way to capture images with your Raspberry Pi camera is to use the libcamera-still command. This command allows you to specify the encoding and file name, set the date and time, and more.
What are the best formats for capturing high-quality video with my Raspberry Pi camera?
The best formats for capturing high-quality video with your Raspberry Pi camera are h264, mjpeg, and yuv420. Use the libcamera-vid command to record video in these formats.
