No software to install, no files to manage. Capture from any webcam, deploy a Raspberry Pi for 24/7 capture, and create stunning videos or animated GIFs in minutes.
Three steps from webcam to finished time-lapse
Use your webcam to capture frames at custom intervals, or drag-and-drop existing photos for instant processing.
Images upload to the cloud in batches. A serverless pipeline stitches them into video — your browser stays light.
Generate an MP4 video or animated GIF from your frames. Download instantly or share from your settings page.
Included in every plan — Free, Pro, and Studio
Switch between any connected camera — built-in webcam, USB camera, or virtual camera device. iPhone Continuity Camera supported on Safari.
Capture at 320×240 for quick tests up to 1920×1080 Full HD for production-quality results.
Pre-configured intervals for common scenarios — fast-moving clouds, sunsets, slow construction, or seasonal changes.
Set any capture interval from 1 second to 24 hours. Fine-tune your timing for the perfect result.
Real-time stats show image count, estimated video duration, and progress toward your session limit.
Create standard MP4 video or animated GIF. Images are processed server-side with FFmpeg for fast, high-quality output.
Frames upload to S3 in batches. A serverless pipeline stitches them into video — your browser stays light.
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Runs entirely in your browser. No plugins, extensions, or desktop software required.
Everything in Free, plus powerful tools for serious time-lapse creators.
Only capture frames when something moves. Configurable sensitivity (high/medium/low) with a 5-second cooldown. Saves storage and produces cleaner time-lapses.
Drag-and-drop thousands of existing photos. Chunked upload engine handles 10,000+ files without freezing the browser. JPEG and PNG supported.
No per-session cap. Free users get 1,800 images (1 min of video). Pro users capture as long as they want.
Free tier videos are capped at 1 minute. Pro removes the limit — create hour-long time-lapses if you need to.
Capture and export at 1920×1080 for crystal-clear results. Free tier is limited to 720p.
Clean, professional output. Free-tier videos include a small Lapseleap watermark — Pro removes it entirely.
Everything in Pro, plus dedicated Raspberry Pi capture devices for 24/7 unattended time-lapse.
Turn a Raspberry Pi into a dedicated time-lapse camera. Flash our Pi image, drop in a config file, and power on — the agent auto-detects USB or CSI cameras.
Already have an EZVIZ, Reolink, Hikvision or Dahua camera on your network? Point the Pi agent at its RTSP stream and Lapseleap will pull a frame on every interval — no cloud, no extra hardware.
Stream a real-time ~1 fps preview from your Pi straight to your browser via a WebSocket relay. See exactly what the camera sees, remotely.
Start, stop, and configure capture sessions remotely from the web app. No SSH or direct access needed.
Configure multiple Wi-Fi networks per device for portable setups — move between locations without reconfiguring.
Set an interval and walk away. The Pi captures around the clock, uploading frames to the cloud automatically — no browser required.
Each Pi authenticates with HMAC-signed requests. Devices are tied to your account — only you can control them.
Automatically detect and blur faces in your time-lapse videos. Protect privacy in public spaces — powered by OpenCV DNN, processed server-side.
Upload images programmatically with API keys. Integrate with your own scripts, servers, or IoT devices — batch up to 100 images per request.
Deploy a fully self-contained, solar-powered Raspberry Pi anywhere with sunlight. No power cables, no WiFi needed — 4G cellular upload, automatic power scheduling, and weather-resistant enclosure.
Complete wiring with GPIO pin connections, USB chain, and power path
Optimized for ultra-low power off-grid operation with 4G cellular
| Season | Sun Hours | Solar In (Wh) | Capture Hours | Use (Wh) | Net | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Summer | 5–6h | 70–84 | 16h | 51 | +19 to +33 | ✓ Surplus |
| 🌤️ Spring / Autumn | 3–4h | 42–56 | 12h | 38 | +4 to +18 | ✓ Surplus |
| 🌧️ Overcast | 1–2h | 14–28 | 8h | 26 | −12 to +2 | ⚠ Battery covers |
| ❄️ Winter | 1–2h | 14–28 | 6h | 19 | −5 to +9 | ⚠ Upgrade panel |
Based on Estonia (~59°N). Solar at 70% efficiency. Consider 30–40W panel for winter reliability.
Everything you need to build one station — 18 components
| # | Component | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Compute | ||
| 1 | Raspberry Pi Zero 2W | ARM Cortex-A53, WiFi, BT, 512MB |
| 2 | Micro SD Card 32GB | Class 10, A1 rated |
| 3 | Micro USB OTG Adapter | Micro-B male → USB-A female |
| 4 | USB Hub (4-port) For webcam + 4G modem | Passive USB 2.0, compact |
| Camera | ||
| 5 | USB Webcam | 720p/1080p, UVC compatible, low power |
| Solar & Power | ||
| 6 | 20W Solar Panel | 12V monocrystalline, weatherproof |
| 7 | Charge Controller | 10A PWM, 12V/24V, USB 5V output |
| 8 | 12V 7–8Ah Battery | Sealed lead-acid or LiFePO4 |
| 9 | 12V→5V DC Converter Skip if controller has USB out | 3A buck converter, USB output |
| Power Scheduling | ||
| 10 | DS3231 RTC Module | I2C, battery-backed, alarm output |
| 11 | 5V Relay Module | Single channel, optocoupler isolated |
| Cellular Connectivity | ||
| 12 | 4G LTE USB Modem Huawei E3372h or SIM7600E | USB dongle, LTE Cat 4 |
| 13 | Data SIM Card IoT/M2M prepaid plan | 4G LTE, ~1–2 GB/month |
| 14 | 4G External Antenna Optional — improves remote signal | SMA, 5dBi, weatherproof |
| Enclosure & Mounting | ||
| 15 | IP65 Enclosure | ~200×120×75mm, weatherproof |
| 16 | Cable Glands (×5) | PG7 waterproof |
| 17 | Panel Mounting Bracket | Adjustable angle, aluminum |
| 18 | Wiring | 18AWG silicone, 1m red + 1m black |
What the solar station does out of the box
RTC alarm wakes the Pi at scheduled times. Captures, uploads, then shuts down cleanly. Zero standby draw between cycles.
USB LTE modem with SIM card. No WiFi needed — uploads anywhere with cell coverage. ~1–2 GB/month for typical intervals.
IP65 enclosure with cable glands. Camera faces out through a sealed port. Battery and electronics stay dry in all conditions.
When the Pi is awake, live ~10fps JPEG preview streams to the webapp via WebSocket relay. Monitor your scene remotely.
Uploaded frames are stitched into MP4 or animated GIF using FFmpeg in the cloud. Optional AI face blur (Studio plan).
Monitor battery level, capture status, and device health from the Devices page. Update settings remotely — no SSH needed.
Pre-configured capture intervals for common scenarios
Clouds, crowds, traffic, busy streets. Produces smooth motion in the final video.
Sunsets, sunrises, weather changes. Captures gradual lighting shifts over 30–60 minutes.
Construction, art projects, cooking. One frame per minute compresses hours into seconds.
Plant growth, seasonal changes, long-term projects. One frame per day over weeks or months.
Time-lapse unlocks perspectives you can't see in real time
Watch the sky transform through golden hour. Capture with a 5–10 second interval over 30–60 minutes.
Medium preset · 7sReveal the drama of weather systems rolling in. Short 2-second intervals work best for quickly moving clouds.
Fast preset · 2sDocument a build from foundation to finish. Set a 1-minute interval and let the camera run while you work.
Slow preset · 60sWatch seeds sprout and flowers bloom. Capture once per hour or once per day over weeks.
Very slow preset · 24hCompress hours of painting, drawing, or 3D modeling into a mesmerizing progress video.
Slow preset · 60sTurn a recipe into a satisfying short video. Show ingredient prep to finished dish in seconds.
Custom · 5–15sPoint a camera at the sky and capture the rotation of stars. Best with a dark environment and steady mount.
Custom · 10–30sCapture traffic patterns, pedestrian flow, or the transition from day to night in a cityscape.
Fast preset · 2sStart capturing for free — upgrade to Pro or Studio whenever you're ready.