Contribute to OpenSpecs.video
Contribution Guidelines
Before You Begin
- Check if the camera already exists in the database
- Gather official specifications from manufacturer sources
- Have technical manuals or spec sheets ready for reference
- Familiarize yourself with the CineMath Camera Schema v2.7
Data Sources
We prioritize data accuracy. Please use these sources in order of preference:
- Official manufacturer specifications - Website, press releases
- Technical manuals - User manuals, service manuals
- Official spec sheets - PDF downloads from manufacturer
- Professional reviews - From reputable sources with testing data
- Third-party tests - Independent lab tests, measurements
Submission Process
1
Fork the Repository
Fork the OpenSpecs.video repository to your GitHub account
2
Create Camera JSON
Create a new JSON file in data/cameras/ following the schema
3
Validate Your Data
Run the validation script to ensure your JSON follows the schema
4
Submit Pull Request
Create a pull request with a clear description and source citations
Best Practices
- Use exact values from official sources - don't round or estimate
- Include all verification sources with URLs or document references
- Use standardized format strings (e.g., "1920x1080" for resolution)
- Fill in as many fields as possible - mark unknown fields as null
- Double-check codec names against the schema enum values
- Test your JSON with the validator before submitting
Ready to Contribute?
Start by checking our GitHub repository for open issues or cameras that need data.