What Is an SLS Camera and How Does It Detect Spirits?
An SLS camera (Structured Light Sensor camera) is a ghost hunting device that maps a room in 3D and overlays stick-figure tracings onto human-shaped forms it detects — including forms that can't be seen with the naked eye. The Kinect SLS Camera Stickman V8 works in absolute darkness as well as in full light, which is a big reason it has become a popular tool for paranormal video. If you've ever watched an investigation and wondered what those on-screen stick figures actually are, this guide explains exactly how the technology works, what it can and can't do, and how to use it responsibly. You can also see related gear in the Cameras & Accessories collection . How does an SLS camera detect spirits? The Kinect SLS Camera uses an infrared light projector paired with a monochrome CMOS sensor . The projector casts infrared dots arranged in a 3D formation across the space in front of it. Those dots let the camera read depth and detail — essentially building a three-dimens...