Accuracy of a Low-Cost 2D Optical Imaging System for Automated Anthropometry in Research and Clinical Settings

​Objective: The paper evaluates the accuracy of a low-cost 2D optical imaging system, the MS-1 (Size Stream), compared to professional-grade 3D scanners and traditional anthropometry methods (tape measurements). It aims to validate the system’s potential for automated anthropometry in research and clinical settings, focusing on its ability to assess body size, shape, and health risks.

Implications: The study underscores the potential of low-cost 2D imaging systems to complement existing anthropometry methods, bridging the gap between affordability and clinical utility.

C. McCarthy, Jasmine Brown, Kori Murray, S.Heymsfield (July 2023)
“P31-039-23 Accuracy of a Low-Cost 2D Optical Imaging System for Automated Anthropometry in Research and Clinical Settings”
Pennington Biomedical Research Center