camsnap

Capture frames and clips from RTSP/ONVIF cameras with ffmpeg motion detection.

18|1|Updated Jun 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI --skill camsnap-vignesh2027
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Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI --skill camsnap-vignesh2027

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of capturing frames or clips from RTSP/ONVIF cameras, making it easy to monitor and record video content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Snapshot Capture: Take a single frame from a camera.
  • Clip Capture: Record a short video clip from a camera.
  • Motion Detection: Monitor for motion events and capture them.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill to monitor your home security cameras and capture images or clips when motion is detected.

Quick Start

Use the camsnap skill to take a snapshot from your camera 'kitchen'.

Frequently Asked Questions about camsnap

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture a snapshot from an RTSP camera?

To capture a snapshot from an RTSP camera, you can use a video capture script to extract a single frame. This Skill connects directly to your RTSP or ONVIF camera stream to retrieve the image using ffmpeg processing.

Do I need ffmpeg to record clips from ONVIF cameras?

Yes, ffmpeg is required to record clips from ONVIF cameras. The video processing and clip capture functionalities rely on ffmpeg to handle the RTSP stream and save the video output correctly.

Can I use motion detection to trigger video capture automatically?

Yes, you can use motion detection to trigger video capture automatically. This feature monitors the RTSP camera stream for movement and captures frames or clips when motion events are detected.

What is the best way to monitor RTSP security cameras for events?

The best way to monitor RTSP security cameras for events is using a tool that supports both snapshot capture and motion detection. This allows you to automatically record short clips or frames whenever activity occurs.

Does this video capture method work with ONVIF protocols?

Yes, this video capture method works with ONVIF protocols. It fully supports both ONVIF and RTSP standards to capture frames or record short clips from your security cameras.

Why does my camera clip capture fail without ffmpeg?

Your camera clip capture fails without ffmpeg because the video processing requires this dependency. You must have ffmpeg installed in your environment to handle the video stream decoding and recording.