OpenCV (Open Source Computer Vision Library) is a powerful tool for image processing. This tutorial will guide you through the basics of reading images using OpenCV in Python.

Installation

Before you start, make sure OpenCV is installed:

pip install opencv-python

Code Examples

Here's how to read an image:

import cv2

# Read an image from a file
image = cv2.imread('path_to_image.jpg')

# Check if the image was successfully loaded
if image is None:
    print("Error: Could not load image.")
else:
    # Display the image
    cv2.imshow('Image', image)
    cv2.waitKey(0)
    cv2.destroyAllWindows()

📌 Tips:

  • Replace 'path_to_image.jpg' with your actual file path.
  • Use cv2.IMREAD_COLOR for color images, cv2.IMREAD_GRAYSCALE for grayscale.
  • Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, BMP, etc.

Common Issues

  • 🚨 File path errors: Double-check the path and file name.
  • 🚨 Image not displayed: Ensure the image is loaded correctly before displaying.
  • 🚨 Format not supported: Use compatible image formats.

Expand Your Knowledge

For more advanced topics, check out our OpenCV Video Capture tutorial or Image Processing guide.

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