Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the proliferation of online image and video sharing has reached unprecedented levels. This surge has been accompanied by the emergence of deepfake technology, powered by generative adversarial networks and deep learning techniques, enabling the creation of...

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Main Authors: Ashani, Zahra Nazemi, Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza, Ng, Keng Yap, Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal, Jarno, Ahmad Dahari, Zamri, Nor Zarina
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Language:English
Published: Semarak Ilmu Publishing 2024
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/107072/
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author Ashani, Zahra Nazemi
Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza
Ng, Keng Yap
Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal
Jarno, Ahmad Dahari
Zamri, Nor Zarina
author_facet Ashani, Zahra Nazemi
Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza
Ng, Keng Yap
Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal
Jarno, Ahmad Dahari
Zamri, Nor Zarina
author_sort Ashani, Zahra Nazemi
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description In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the proliferation of online image and video sharing has reached unprecedented levels. This surge has been accompanied by the emergence of deepfake technology, powered by generative adversarial networks and deep learning techniques, enabling the creation of highly realistic fabricated images and videos. Consequently, the widespread dissemination of deepfake content on social media platforms has prompted the global community to seek effective methods for detecting and combating this issue. Recognizing that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has played a significant role in propagating deepfake challenges, researchers and experts believe that AI can also provide viable solutions. In this study, we explore the application of AI for deepfake image detection. Specifically, we focus on three convolutional neural network (CNN) algorithms—VGG16, VGG19, and ResNet—for this purpose. To evaluate the performance of these CNN models, a dataset comprising 1,200 images, including a combination of fake and real images, was utilized. The deepfake images were generated using FaceApp, a prominent tool for creating manipulated visuals. Our findings demonstrate that VGG19 outperforms both VGG16 and ResNet50, achieving an impressive accuracy rate of 98% on the test dataset when small size is small. By harnessing the power of AI, particularly through the application of CNN algorithms, this research makes a significant contribution to the field of deepfake image detection. The results underscore the efficacy of VGG19 in accurately identifying manipulated images, thereby providing valuable insights for the development of robust detection systems to combat the proliferation of deepfakes in today's digital world.
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spelling upm-1070722024-10-17T03:51:09Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/107072/ Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50 Ashani, Zahra Nazemi Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza Ng, Keng Yap Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal Jarno, Ahmad Dahari Zamri, Nor Zarina In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the proliferation of online image and video sharing has reached unprecedented levels. This surge has been accompanied by the emergence of deepfake technology, powered by generative adversarial networks and deep learning techniques, enabling the creation of highly realistic fabricated images and videos. Consequently, the widespread dissemination of deepfake content on social media platforms has prompted the global community to seek effective methods for detecting and combating this issue. Recognizing that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has played a significant role in propagating deepfake challenges, researchers and experts believe that AI can also provide viable solutions. In this study, we explore the application of AI for deepfake image detection. Specifically, we focus on three convolutional neural network (CNN) algorithms—VGG16, VGG19, and ResNet—for this purpose. To evaluate the performance of these CNN models, a dataset comprising 1,200 images, including a combination of fake and real images, was utilized. The deepfake images were generated using FaceApp, a prominent tool for creating manipulated visuals. Our findings demonstrate that VGG19 outperforms both VGG16 and ResNet50, achieving an impressive accuracy rate of 98% on the test dataset when small size is small. By harnessing the power of AI, particularly through the application of CNN algorithms, this research makes a significant contribution to the field of deepfake image detection. The results underscore the efficacy of VGG19 in accurately identifying manipulated images, thereby providing valuable insights for the development of robust detection systems to combat the proliferation of deepfakes in today's digital world. Semarak Ilmu Publishing 2024-06-21 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/107072/1/Comparative%20analysis%20of%20deepfake%20image%20detection%20method%20using%20VGG16%2C%20VGG19%20and%20ResNet50.pdf Ashani, Zahra Nazemi and Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza and Ng, Keng Yap and Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal and Jarno, Ahmad Dahari and Zamri, Nor Zarina (2024) Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 47 (1). pp. 16-28. ISSN 2462-1943 https://semarakilmu.com.my/journals/index.php/applied_sciences_eng_tech/article/view/4925 10.37934/araset.47.1.1628
spellingShingle Ashani, Zahra Nazemi
Che Ilias, Iszuanie Syfidza
Ng, Keng Yap
Kamel Ariffin, Muhammad Rezal
Jarno, Ahmad Dahari
Zamri, Nor Zarina
Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title_full Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title_fullStr Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title_full_unstemmed Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title_short Comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using VGG16, VGG19 and ResNet50
title_sort comparative analysis of deepfake image detection method using vgg16, vgg19 and resnet50
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