camsnap

Name: camsnap
Availability: InStock
Author: sentientsprite

Capture snapshots, video clips, and motion events from RTSP/ONVIF cameras.

Updated Feb 12, 2026

Search Tags:#video #snapshot #onvif #camera #motion detection #surveillance #rtsp

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/sentientsprite/nemo-agent --skill camsnap-sentientsprite

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Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/sentientsprite/nemo-agent/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sentientsprite/nemo-agent --skill camsnap-sentientsprite

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires camsnap, ffmpeg, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a streamlined way to capture images, video clips, and monitor motion from various cameras, simplifying surveillance and event recording.

Core Features & Use Cases

Snapshot Capture: Quickly grab a still image from a camera feed.
Video Clip Recording: Record short video segments for later review.
Motion Detection: Set up alerts or actions based on detected motion.
Use Case: Automatically capture a snapshot every minute from your home security camera to create a time-lapse of activity.

Quick Start

Use the camsnap skill to capture a 5-second clip from the kitchen camera and save it as clip.mp4.

Frequently Asked Questions about camsnap

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I capture snapshots and video clips from an RTSP camera?▼

You can capture snapshots and video clips from an RTSP camera by using the camsnap utility, which automates recording and saves still images or short video segments for later review.

Can I set up motion detection alerts for ONVIF surveillance cameras?▼

Yes, you can set up motion detection alerts for ONVIF surveillance cameras by using camsnap to monitor camera feeds and trigger automated actions or event logging based on detected movement.

Do I need ffmpeg to record video clips from my security cameras?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to process and record video clips, as the camsnap utility relies on it for handling the video processing required during surveillance event capture.

What is the best way to automate event logging for RTSP camera feeds?▼

Automating event logging for RTSP camera feeds is best handled by configuring camsnap to continuously monitor for motion, automatically capturing relevant clips and snapshots when activity is detected.

How do I generate a time-lapse from a home security camera?▼

To generate a time-lapse from a home security camera, configure camsnap to automatically capture a snapshot at regular intervals, building a sequence of images for time-lapse creation.

Why does my camera snapshot capture fail when using camsnap?▼

Your camera snapshot capture may fail if ffmpeg is missing or if the camsnap setup is incorrectly configured, as proper video processing dependencies are required to successfully grab images.