Depth Sensors Comparison

Starting from version 1.8.0.81, iPi Recorder supports ASUS Xtion and ASUS Xtion Live devices (and also PRO modifications for developers). They are similar to Microsoft Kinect sensor and can be used in the same way. But there are certain differences that you can take into account before making decision on which device to choose for use with iPi Motion Capture.

MS Kinect for Xbox or Windows

ASUS Xtion

ASUS Xtion Live

Kinect vs Xtion

Both Microsoft Kinect and ASUS Xtion sensors are based on the same PrimeSense infra-red technology. So all basic characteristics critical for full-body motion capture are generally the same. But there are some diffeneces that you can take into account:

Device	Pros	Cons
Kinect	High quality of device drivers Stable work with various hardware models	Bigger size (12" x 3" x 2.5" against 7" x 2" x 1.5") Higher weight (3.0 lb agains 0.5 lb) Require ACDC power supply Only 30 fps frame rate
Xtion	More compact ( 7" x 2" x 1.5" against 12" x 3" x 2.5") Lighter weight (0.5 lb agains 3.0 lb) Does not require power supply except USB Allow 60 fps frame rate (at 320 x 240 resolution only)	Less popular device Lower drivers quality Does not work with some USB controllers