Tips for Capturing Countable Photos
By following these guidelines, you can optimize the accuracy and reliability of your counting results.
High Resolution
Capture photos with a resolution of at least 1 MP, preferably 5 MP or higher. Higher resolution images provide more detail, which can improve the accuracy of the counting process.
Uniform Background
Use a non-reflective background with a distinct, uniform color that contrasts with the items. This ensures optimal separation between the background and the objects.
Field of View
Use a lens with a longer focal length, or adjust the zoom settings if available. A narrow field of view reduces subject distortion and makes framing easier.
Lighting
Use uniform lighting conditions and minimize reflections and glare. Consider illuminating the subject with multiple or diffused light sources to achieve even lighting.
Focus
Ensure that all items are in sharp focus and aligned on the same focal plane. Try to position the camera orthogonally to the surface where the objects are located, aiming for the center of the items.
Exclude Irrelevant Objects
Remove any text or other objects that should not be included in the count. Pay attention to the framing during photo capture, and consider cropping or adding an alpha channel to omit unwanted parts.
Object Consistency
Make sure that the items being counted are similar in size, color, and other attributes. If the photo contains multiple types of items, please note that only one type will likely be counted.
Spacing
Avoid having items touch each other or the photo borders. Large clumps of items can be challenging to separate accurately, and items that touch the image border will not be counted.
Exposure and Contrast
Ensure good exposure and maximum contrast by adjusting the camera settings appropriately for the capture conditions.
Contact Us
If your results are unsatisfactory, you can contact our support, who may be able to provide you with additional pointers for your specific photos. Alternatively, you can try again at a later time; we continuously improve our counting.