Comparison
AliceVision vs zpy
Verdict
Pick AliceVision if aliceVision is a C++ based framework for 3D reconstruction tasks such as photogrammetry and camera tracking; pick zpy if developed by ZumoLabs, zpy is an open-source Python-based toolkit designed for generating synthetic data specifically for computer vision projects utilizing Blender as the primary rendering engine.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | AliceVision | zpy |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (0d since push) As of 2w · github_public_v1 | Dormant (1700d since push) As of 2w · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of 2w · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of 2w · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No published findings from this source as of 2026-07-11 As of 1mo · osv@v1 | Published findings As of 1mo · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- AliceVision
- 3D Computer Vision Framework
- zpy
- Synthetic data generation toolkit for computer vision with Blender support
Stars
- AliceVision
- 3.5k
- zpy
- 322
Forks
- AliceVision
- 879
- zpy
- 34
Open issues
- AliceVision
- 42
- zpy
- 4
Language
- AliceVision
- C++
- zpy
- Python
Adopt for
- AliceVision
- AliceVision is a C++ based framework for 3D reconstruction tasks such as photogrammetry and camera tracking.
- zpy
- Developed by ZumoLabs, zpy is an open-source Python-based toolkit designed for generating synthetic data specifically for computer vision projects utilizing Blender as the primary rendering engine.
Persona
- AliceVision
- -
- zpy
- -
Runtime
- AliceVision
- -
- zpy
- -
License
- AliceVision
- Released under MPLv2, allowing for both free and proprietary use while requiring derived work to also be open source if publicly distributed.
- zpy
- GPLv3, which allows you to use zpy freely but mandates that any derivative works be shared under the same license terms.
Last pushed
- AliceVision
- Jul 30, 2026
- zpy
- Dec 4, 2021
Categories
- AliceVision
- Computer Vision
- zpy
- Computer Vision
Trust and health
Maintenance
- AliceVision
- Very active (96%)
- zpy
- Dormant (18%)
Days since push
- AliceVision
- 0d
- zpy
- 1700d
Open issues (now)
- AliceVision
- 42
- zpy
- 4
OSV dependency advisories
- AliceVision
- No published findings from this source as of 2026-07-11
- zpy
- Published findings
Full report
- AliceVision
- Trust report
- zpy
- Trust report
Choose AliceVision if…
- AliceVision is primarily C++; zpy is Python.
- License: AliceVision is Other, zpy is GPL-3.0.
- Tags unique to AliceVision: 3d-computer-vision, 3d-reconstruction, alicevision, camera-tracking.
- For C++ programmers working on projects that require precise 3D modeling using stereo vision techniques
When NOT to use AliceVision
- If your project requires a high-level programming interface less involved with low-level coding in C++
- For users who prefer a fully integrated software solution over a framework that might require custom integration
Choose zpy if…
- zpy is primarily Python; AliceVision is C++.
- License: zpy is GPL-3.0, AliceVision is Other.
- Tags unique to zpy: blender, computer-vision, deep-learning, ml.
- You need to create diverse and complex synthetic datasets using Blender's powerful rendering capabilities that are tailored for advanced computer vision applications.
When NOT to use zpy
- You require cross-platform compatibility with full feature support on Windows since development is currently lagging for this OS.
- Your focus lies solely on real-world data collection and your projects do not necessitate the simulation of environments or objects through synthetic means.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (alicevision/AliceVision) · observed Jul 31, 2026
- GitHub forks (alicevision/AliceVision) · observed Jul 31, 2026
- Last push (alicevision/AliceVision) · observed Jul 30, 2026
- License file (Other) · observed Jul 31, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (ZumoLabs/zpy) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- GitHub forks (ZumoLabs/zpy) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- Last push (ZumoLabs/zpy) · observed Dec 4, 2021
- License file (GPL-3.0) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: AliceVision 3.5k · zpy 322 (synced Jul 31, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between AliceVision and zpy?
- AliceVision: 3D Computer Vision Framework. zpy: Synthetic data generation toolkit for computer vision with Blender support. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose AliceVision over zpy?
- Choose AliceVision over zpy when AliceVision is primarily C++; zpy is Python; License: AliceVision is Other, zpy is GPL-3.0; Tags unique to AliceVision: 3d-computer-vision, 3d-reconstruction, alicevision, camera-tracking; For C++ programmers working on projects that require precise 3D modeling using stereo vision techniques.
- When should I choose zpy over AliceVision?
- Choose zpy over AliceVision when zpy is primarily Python; AliceVision is C++; License: zpy is GPL-3.0, AliceVision is Other; Tags unique to zpy: blender, computer-vision, deep-learning, ml; You need to create diverse and complex synthetic datasets using Blender's powerful rendering capabilities that are tailored for advanced computer vision applications.
- When should I avoid AliceVision?
- If your project requires a high-level programming interface less involved with low-level coding in C++ For users who prefer a fully integrated software solution over a framework that might require custom integration
- When should I avoid zpy?
- You require cross-platform compatibility with full feature support on Windows since development is currently lagging for this OS. Your focus lies solely on real-world data collection and your projects do not necessitate the simulation of environments or objects through synthetic means.
- Is AliceVision or zpy more popular on GitHub?
- AliceVision has more GitHub stars (3,462 vs 322). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are AliceVision and zpy open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (AliceVision: Other, zpy: GPL-3.0).
- Where can I find alternatives to AliceVision or zpy?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at AliceVision alternatives and zpy alternatives (AliceVision markdown twin, zpy markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, AliceVision or zpy?
- AliceVision: Very active. zpy: Dormant. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for AliceVision and zpy?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: AliceVision trust report; zpy trust report.