Consistent Depth
We estimate dense, flicker-free, geometrically consistent depth
Consistent Depth is a research project developed by Facebook Research that presents an algorithm for reconstructing dense and geometrically consistent depth information for all pixels in a monocular video. The system builds upon traditional structure-from-motion (SfM) techniques to provide geometric constraints while integrating a convolutional neural network trained for single-image depth estimation. During inference, the model fine-tunes itself to align with the geometric constraints of a specific input video, ensuring stable and realistic depth maps even in less-constrained regions. This approach achieves improved geometric consistency and visual stability compared to prior monocular reconstruction methods. The project can process challenging hand-held video footage, including those with moderate dynamic motion, making it practical for real-world usage.