Good introduction to underlying concepts, 17 Dec 2002
Provides a good introduction to the theory behind MPEG data compression. Concepts are explained from the ground up. For example, the chapter on video compression starts with a detailed explanation of how human vision works. There is a strong emphasis on signal processing issues but these are explained diagrammatically rather than mathematically. The book is pitched at a level suitable for second or final year electronic engineering, physics and computer science undergraduates. It should also be accessible to anyone with a sound appreciation of computer technology. However, if you're looking for a technical manual on the MPEG standards this isn't the book for you. There is no source code, no CDROM, no implementation guide.

Disappointing coverage of key topics, 27 Feb 2002
This book covers a broad range of topics, some relevant to video and audio coding, some not (e.g. digital filters, Fourier transform, phase locked loops !). Key topics such as motion estimation and compensation are not clearly described. The information on the MPEG standards is disappointing; by my reckoning less than 1/3 of the book actually deals with MPEG. There is no mention of MP4 profiles/levels or MP4 systems.

Good introduction to underlying concepts, 17 Dec 2002
Provides a good introduction to the theory behind MPEG data compression. Concepts are explained from the ground up. For example, the chapter on video compression starts with a detailed explanation of how human vision works. There is a strong emphasis on signal processing issues but these are explained diagrammatically rather than mathematically. The book is pitched at a level suitable for second or final year electronic engineering, physics and computer science undergraduates. It should also be accessible to anyone with a sound appreciation of computer technology. However, if you're looking for a technical manual on the MPEG standards this isn't the book for you. There is no source code, no CDROM, no implementation guide.

Disappointing coverage of key topics, 27 Feb 2002
This book covers a broad range of topics, some relevant to video and audio coding, some not (e.g. digital filters, Fourier transform, phase locked loops !). Key topics such as motion estimation and compensation are not clearly described. The information on the MPEG standards is disappointing; by my reckoning less than 1/3 of the book actually deals with MPEG. There is no mention of MP4 profiles/levels or MP4 systems.

Great book to keep on the shelf, 16 Jul 2002
I think that the best character of this book is its beautiful appearance.
Of course it has very good chapters on non-linear filtering, Gabor filter application and denoising technics. It has also a good explication of morphological technics.
But the whole second part is focused on video compression and video streaming analysis, so, if you are involved like me with computer vision application for medical or industry purposes, you will find the last 400 pages annoyng and useless.
Eventually a good book but not the help you need to design application in the real world.

Good introduction to underlying concepts, 17 Dec 2002
Provides a good introduction to the theory behind MPEG data compression. Concepts are explained from the ground up. For example, the chapter on video compression starts with a detailed explanation of how human vision works. There is a strong emphasis on signal processing issues but these are explained diagrammatically rather than mathematically. The book is pitched at a level suitable for second or final year electronic engineering, physics and computer science undergraduates. It should also be accessible to anyone with a sound appreciation of computer technology. However, if you're looking for a technical manual on the MPEG standards this isn't the book for you. There is no source code, no CDROM, no implementation guide.

Disappointing coverage of key topics, 27 Feb 2002
This book covers a broad range of topics, some relevant to video and audio coding, some not (e.g. digital filters, Fourier transform, phase locked loops !). Key topics such as motion estimation and compensation are not clearly described. The information on the MPEG standards is disappointing; by my reckoning less than 1/3 of the book actually deals with MPEG. There is no mention of MP4 profiles/levels or MP4 systems.

Great book to keep on the shelf, 16 Jul 2002
I think that the best character of this book is its beautiful appearance.
Of course it has very good chapters on non-linear filtering, Gabor filter application and denoising technics. It has also a good explication of morphological technics.
But the whole second part is focused on video compression and video streaming analysis, so, if you are involved like me with computer vision application for medical or industry purposes, you will find the last 400 pages annoyng and useless.
Eventually a good book but not the help you need to design application in the real world.

Great book to keep on the shelf, 16 Jul 2002
I think that the best character of this book is its beautiful appearance.
Of course it has very good chapters on non-linear filtering, Gabor filter application and denoising technics. It has also a good explication of morphological technics.
But the whole second part is focused on video compression and video streaming analysis, so, if you are involved like me with computer vision application for medical or industry purposes, you will find the last 400 pages annoyng and useless.
Eventually a good book but not the help you need to design application in the real world.