awire
Python bindings for AlphaWire - a C library for Sony Alpha camera tethered control.
Overview
awire provides a convenient Python interface to control Sony Alpha cameras via USB or IP connections. It is based on the AlphaWire C library, which focuses on minimal dependencies and broad camera support.
Features
- Fast and lightweight: Minimal overhead for camera control.
- Broad Compatibility: Supports both pre-2020 and post-2020 Sony Alpha cameras.
- Full Control: Access to PTP device properties and camera settings.
- Tethered Capture: Trigger captures and download images directly.
- Live View: Real-time streaming support.
Installation
pip install awire
Quick Start
List Connected Cameras
import awire
import time
def main():
# Set logging level (optional)
awire.log_set_level(awire.AwLogLevel.INFO)
# Initialize device list
device_list = awire.AwDeviceList()
if not device_list.open():
return
# Start searching for cameras
device_list.refresh()
# Wait for discovery (or poll in a loop)
while device_list.is_refreshing():
device_list.poll_updates()
time.sleep(0.1)
# List found devices
for device in device_list:
print(f"Found: {device.manufacturer} {device.product} (S/N: {device.serial})")
device_list.close()
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()
Development
To build and install the package in development mode:
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Install Build Dependencies:
pip install --upgrade build twine cffi
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Build the C extension:
python build_extension.py --debug
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Install in editable mode:
pip install -e .
Building Wheels
python -m build
Compatibility
The package is built using the Python Stable ABI (Limited API), meaning a single wheel should work on all CPython versions from 3.9 onwards for a given platform.
License
MIT License. See the main LICENSE file for details.
Note: This project is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sony. 'Sony' and 'Alpha' are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
1 maintainer
Metadata
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