USE ANY CAMERA AS A WEBCAM (no camlink required)
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- čas přidán 24. 08. 2024
- In today's tutorial we'll show you how to use your DSLR or mirrorless camera as a webcam and how to use iin streaming software such as Streamlabs OBS for free without a capture card or Elgato Camlink.
Software used:
digicamcontrol....
Hope this little tutorial helps!
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Every other solution out there requires money... This is the first free method I came across after all this searching... Thanks a lot mate... :)
Wow, thank you so much for introducing me to this amazing piece of software - truly a lifechanger. I have never seen this application mentioned anywhere other than this video, so thank you so much :) as I have been looking for a truly free software like this for a long time. One thing to note is the developer(s) have released a new application that directly routes the DSLR to a virtual capture device, which is amazing since it requires much less processing and hacks to get set up. Again, I truly thank you so much for making this video and I hope you spread the word about more lesser known softwares in the future! Good luck!
AMAZING!! Thnks buddy, it worked for my Nikon D3200, with the AV/OUT to USB cable.
OMG literally I've been looking for something like this for YEARS (didn't search that much tho), thank you so much
volume difference between speech and music is overwhelming. thanks for good info tho
Tony Silker The music is supposed to be low volume
Really pleased I stumbled across your video - I've been trying to find a way to use my Nikon cameras for weeks - thanks a bunch man.
Which Nikon was it
Which nikon camera?
am trying to use this but the live option is in gray color and cannot click, my camera is nikkon p7000
same
did you figure it out?
It does not support some models. My D3100 has the same issue and there doesn't seem to be a solution
A warning to Nikon users; unfortunately, it seems that the Live View output of most Nikon cameras is limited to 640x480 pixels, making these cameras a poor option as a live streaming work-around.
Also, Sparkocam does not support most D3000 series cameras so if you were planning to try that software next you may be better off with a completely different camera or investing in a proper HDMI capture device.
like a camlink :>
Hey, Shaq...are you still offering assistance for cameras being recognized as storage devices?
Did u Fix it?
hey, so im having that issue where its being shown as a storage device. have any fix for it to be recognized as a webcam?
so am i
same
I think that your camera has to be able to stream video shit. Some just don't support it
Goat channel finna go to the next level
ah when i downloaded the software theres no option to select a camera and the first 4 icons aren't highlighted =(
same i dont know what to do.
yeah mine doesnt let me use the live view. whats up with that?
me too help
Me too. Waste of time so far!
Yeah me too. Someone write a solution or im gonna buy thr brio webcam
Title: "use any camera as a webcam"
Him: "use a DLSR camera as a webcam"
so its not any camera then
fax
Man, you just saved me 500$. Thank you so much. How come everyone is saying you need a camlink when a simple usb plug and that amazing digicacomtrol software is enough? Again, thanks man.
Ju Berry glad I could help! ❤️
@@shaqtech Hi Sir! Does Nikon Coolpix P510 applicable to this software?
when ever I do it. it says that I can't do anything but look at photos and not being able to record.
For anyone having issues with the camera being recognized as a storage device, most all DSLR cameras use the mini HDMI port. Look into getting a capture card and using the HDMI port instead of the USB port. Most of the time, the USB only works for file transfer.
thanks i was actually wodering that :)
Is there something like this for Mac?? Thanks bring this to my attention!
Window capture a tethered live view.... Clever.
Pro trick: watch series on Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching a lot of movies during the lockdown.
Do you know if it will work as a webcam for google meets? I’m using a Nikon D5100
I'm also using D5100
Sparkocam works but theres a watermark
Did you find any other apps I can use
Hi, ive got a canon eos 600d but when i go to live view its very low fps. pls help :/
mine 550d as well but his is too
I found your channel very useful, I wanted to ask how do I image with the Go Pro Hero 7 when I connect with the USB cable it recognizes as a storage unit.
having the exact same problem, i'll be keeping an eye out for a fix
You two most likely have to go to devices and manually set in "device properties" to be a video camera, its most likely only showing the storage available on said devices
Did you ever find a fix to this?
My Linux is being recognized as a D drive... how do I change that?
You'll probably gave to go to device management and help your pc identify what kinds device it actuslly is. I dont know why windows does this but I have had similar things happened to me
Its probably only recognizing the storage on the device, and not the actual device itself
For some reason, I tried to do live view, but it doesn't allow me to click the button. It is recognized, but non of the features will allow me to use it.
P.S: My camera is the Nikon Coolpix P900
Thank you! but is not for "any camera" :( i went to the digcam website and my panasonic lumix DMC-FZ72 is not in the list of supported cameras :'( do you have another option? the cam link it's just too expensive here in Argentina
Hi Sofia ! where did you find the list of " supported cameras " ? I'm having the same problem regards Dave
@@AnnahDuqeOfficial thanks for reply, my camera is listed but I can not find the OBS platform he is using ! Do you know ?
yeah for some reason, the whole left side of the software is grayed out and i can't click anything. can anyone help?
same problem
my cam is opening as a storage device... how should i proceed?
In the comments below someone mentioned "use the mini HDMI port. Look into getting a capture card and using the HDMI port instead of the USB port. Most of the time, the USB only works for file transfer."
How did you get rid of the open live view window? I saw you drag it off-screen. I am unable to drag it off-screen, and it insists on being infront of all open programs. If I drag it to the bottom, the video feed freezes on OBS. This makes it very difficult to use for zoom, skype, etc. Do I need to have two screens in order to move it off-screen?
didi u manage to find a fix? same here im trying to get rid of it and he just dragged it off the screen but when i tried t do the same thing it just snaps it to the side of the screen and stays forced open in all programs
I tried mini usb to usb connection but LV option is not visible
Bro, I have same as u. But my computer recognize il as a hard drive... Is there something else I have to do . Pls help
Hey, thanks for that. I've got as far as the Live view on Digicam Control but it's not clickable, it's grey'd out. I'm using a gopro hero 7. Any advice?
Same issue with a Nikon D3100
Same issue with my eos 600d
Got the same issue too.
Same issue for me with my GoPro Hero 7 Black
same im on a gopro 5 black
Thank you! The cam links are out of stock everywhere so this is great!
I use a Panasonic GX9.
When I connect the camera to my PC, it asks me if I want to connect it as a storage or PTP device. The software does not find my camera. No matter what I choose, which USB port I connect it to or which cable I use. Nothing seems to recognize the software.
My camera also supports access to the camera via Wifi. But I don't know what I have to adjust in the software. :/
same here
same with a G7
Can't you just hold alt and drag the size bar to quickly/cleanly crop a frame on OBS/SLOBS?
Oh yea you’re correct, thnx for the tip!
haha i would say this, and i am newby
1º Connect the DSLR with the microusb cable to the PC,
2º Install *SparkoCam* and this program converts the DSLR into a real webcam. Just this.
not all DSLRs are recognized by sparkocam
@@blindsidegaming6074 Ok, ... yes is true.
My DSLR is a Nikon D5500 and work fine
doesn't work on my D3500
@@deafgamerducky181 does a canon ixus 185 work?
I think it will only work with cameras that have clean hdmi?
This is awesome, thanks! works perfectly, now I only have to figure out how to use it in zoom etc.
Thank for the video. My LUMIX DMC-FZ300 (Panasonic) is recognized as a storage device when connected via USB. Do you have an idea how to fix this?
same my lumix
@@KevCaines same
Hi
I connected my samsung WB101 to the computer following your steps and it reconised the camrea but i cannot do anything! Live View and so on. Can you help?
I got the same problem I have a Cannon eos m100
Thanks! I had try in many softwares and this was the best!! and free!!!
Básant awesome great to hear it worked for you!
@@shaqtech Can i use Sony A 7 lll help please thanks
does it work for meeting apps? (Zoom, skype, etc) Thnks in avance
Is Dijicamcontrol from communist Chyna??
my camera is not working even not showing in the camera list I use Panasonic Lumix G7
Please help
Thanks for the tutorial. FYI....if you hold down alt key and drag your video window with the mouse, you can manually crop your windows in OBS
Is there a Mac version?
Creoletof who uses Mac
Yes there is.
@@Rotjochopjebeeldscherm577 The crazy guy who commented "Is there a Mac version?".
how do I connect it to the zoom we conferencing
i have the same question !
can you help me with the link ?
It won’t let me press live or lv
I tried several different cameras and it recognized them all as storage, any advice?
@@kilos. what are the camera drivers called in task manger?
Can i use this for zoom conferencing?
No
Damn thanks man! This is a lifesaver !
I have a sony NEX-5 and it doesn't show up, does this work also for digital video cameras?
Oof you need NEX-6 your cam isn't supported
The Lv option next to download images is greyed out for me D:
Connected my camera to this but for some reason I’m not able to go live, I have a Nikon d3000.
whenever I use live view, nothing shows up. How do i fix that?
camera may not be supported
@@therealdurfee "use any camera" anyways it doesnt matter, I made a solution
everything works but camera frames are very low and skippy, how can i fix this?
Its the live view. Try recording and it should be fine.
Camera being recognized but I cannot select the live view option. Any suggestions?
Same. I'm using canon m6
Dude, i have connect my camera to my pc using Digicancontrol, and my camere read by that software but why the icon "LV" canno be click?
When I open the software, my first 4 icons is not available and it even recognize my webcam. I ve already unistalled it and downloaded it again.. however, it isnt available yet. How should I proceed?
same
same
Why doesn’t let me enter live view, just tells me the i/o won’t allow it
camera isnt compatible, just go to digicam control and go to their supported camera models, i got the same issue.
My left side of digi app is grey . I can not chose my camera. First 4 feautures are grey, i can not click on them. Why?
my camera list is not available! why?
How do you avoid the temperature of your camera affecting your stream? When I use my D3200, in 20min intervals my live frame freezes and I have to restart the view in the middle of the stream :(
Is there a mac version?
fstoppers.com/hacks/how-use-your-fujifilm-camera-webcam-484529
Some commented that it worked for Sony as well.
live view doesn't work
my camera is only being identified as camera storage how do I fix
Wow! Yo da man!
From now on, my zoom will blow the competition out of water with my DSLR. LOL.
how did you add it as a video source in zoom?
@@akaripatuisawau2237 I was working on it, and it didn't show up somehow, so now I'm not able to use my DSLR yet. My DSLR (Nikon 5200) is in the supported lists but doesn't work. I'm back to using smartphone as Webcam.
On another CZcams channel, it says it "may" degrade your DSLR sensor if you use it for a prolong period as a webcam. So, I may pass this project, and stick to my old smartphone for now. It still gives me 1080p FHD while web-conferencing with audio.
J R whoa! Thanks for the heads up and advice 🙏
@@akaripatuisawau2237 np!
I need it to recognize it as a camera not a stoage device
make sure the SD card is removed!
@@JAMESCC88 Some older Nikon cameras had the option to switch between USB options of MTP/PTP and MSC in the Setup menu. Mine did, switching it fixed this issue for me. Maybe your camera has a similar option.
Hello Shaqtech. Unfortunately, my PC recognizes my Samsung camera (or at least does the digiCam), but when I hit the "Lv button" on the left superior corner the programme says it can't make it work. I suspect it's bc my digital camera is 10 years old, lol.
Thanks for your attention, and for the video.
Trying to connect a B500 - The software recognised the B500 as a camera but LV was greyed out as were the controls except for 'metering mode'. Any thoughts?
Great tutorial, thanks so much for all this information :) currently in the process of using my Nikon D3400 camera as a webcam. I've noticed the FPS are quite slow, do you know how I would be able to speed it up? Would it likely be the mini USB I have?
mine is also super slow. It might be the lighting and shutter speed. Try adding a ring light. I will update later if that works for me
Shaqtech,
Thank you for this instructional video. I do have the problem that my camera is recognized as storage by my computer and not as a camera. You said if we had such a problem, you might be able to help. I was hoping you could help me please. Thank you.
Did you ever find a fix for this?
@randyattaway8893 I have not, but have since acquired other means to achieve my desired results
@@randyattaway8893 I did not
I have an old Sony TRV525 Digital 8 I am using as a webcam with my Mac Pro 5,1 and it hasn't really cost me anything except a couple hours of experimentation. The old Sony which was once at the cutting edge of technology when I got it years ago, has what Sony calls an "i-link" port which Sony labels a DV in/out that is really a small port that takes the end of an i-link cable which is really only a Firewire 400 cable with a small 4 pin plug at one end and the usual rounded 6 pin 400 Firewire plug at the other, cost about $10 Amazon or elsewhere. It wasn't known as Firewire at the time, but IEEE1394. I attached that to the Sony port, and since the Mac Pro 2010 has Firewire 800 ports I took an old adapter I had (costs about $8 on Amazon) that changes a 400 to an 800 plug on the front of the Mac Pro (the two 400 ports are beneath the USB ports on the front of the chassis). A little bit of trial and error but Zoom recognized the vintage camcorder like an old friend. I am going to have to set up a mike because I haven't figured out audio yet, but I do have an old plastic preamp and mike somewhere just in case. Anyway, the camcorder is auto focus and has some bells and whistles, but must be set back from the monitor as I fill the screen and you will too.
couldnt get it to work with my GoPro, do you have any ideas? It's a hero 3+ and I'd love to use it as a webcam
Thanks for this tutorial, however, after you get the source set up in OBS, how do you make this available as a webcam in Zoom, Skype?
we all need it for school
has anyone found a way to do it on zoom ?
yeah, all the webcams are sold out at best buy so we all kind of need this :/
you have to right click the camera source, then click properties, the click deactivate then you can use the webcam for zoom. then reactivate in obs when you're done
But if you want to use zoom AND obs at the same time and use the same camera, then you have to download and install an obs plugin called virtualcam, then set the webcam in zoom as virtualcam
(obs must be open to use camera in zoom if you're doing it this way)
Hi I just made a video in how to this! czcams.com/video/s3eak-DJh3k/video.html
Great video really helpful. MY Panasonic Lumix G7 is recognised but i cant get the LV to work on the PC. Any suggestion??
This also happens to me
I HAVE THE SAMSUNG SL-50 DIGITAL CAMERA WHEN I PUT THE USB TO PC IT COMES UP AS A STORGE DEVICE PLEASE HELP
Thanks. Been looking for app like this.. only, won't recognize my OLYMPUS E-500. Getting F:\(_??_usbstor)(WIA)
Any advice?
Did you find any solution?
same as i mine in appears D:\(_??_usbtgor)(WIA)
Still looking for the solution.
3:56 why is Lv greyed out for me and not available?
I guess its only work with Nikon and Canon, I am using Pentax K5, can recognized the camera but faced the same issue like yours
My sony isn't being recognized either
4 icons are not highlighted and cant detect cameras
My camera is showing up on the list but "Lv" is not highlighted for me to select it.
Can you please assist.
if you will use hdmi port then you won’t be able to access live view . try USB cable for that.
Cherrybomb 🍒 YT can we use gopro on this?
janet channel yes you can☺️
Will this work with a Nikon Coolpix p530?
Donot work, I tried. It identifies but can't select Live View !
my fuji xt-200 is detected but no live view :( i have a nikon but no cable to connect :((((((
I also have a Fuji and no live view
@@fatfro1 Same with X-T3, live view is not ready to use :( .
doesn't show live view for Sony A6000
my camera is recognized as a storage device, what do i do?
Hi. How do I get this to work with GoPro Hero5? It currently recognizes it as storage. Thanks.
Julian Czerechowicz did it work?
I don't think it is supported. you can check on their website. digicamcontrol.com/cameras
remove sd card
Hit record at the same time and hit stop recording at the same time if you wanna make vids
You will have 2 different video files but it should work
do you know of any alternatives for Mac users?
It let's me take pics but I can't use the live view, is there a fix for that?
did you find a solution, i have the same problem
Hi! The app doesn´t recognize my camera and the first four icons are not accesible. Please help!
Mine too. It would be great if he could respond btw XD
Hi thank you so much for this amazing idea and the tutorial.
Edit: I managed to use my DSLR (NIKON D5300) as a webcam. However, my image on my monitor is pretty laggy ( as if it has very very low FPS). And since I am planing to use this as a webcam for twitch streaming, it's not really satisfactory. Is there anything I can do to get a smoother image?
You could go on configuration and uncheck white balance and change manually to -5
@@majestic_whiffz2199 Hi again, there is actually an app for NIkon by Nikon that is amazing and totally works fine. But I still can't use it cause my camera shuts down every 30 minutes :(
@@MemerDad overheating bud. You're better off getting a c920
@@majestic_whiffz2199 got no money now. I'm using my iphone as webcam for now :D
@@MemerDad join the club, that's why I bought a £20 camera and does just as a good job
Not any camera. Nikon Coolpix series cameras that do have an HDMI output apparently lack the live video transmission software that other Nikon cameras have, so they cannot be used as a webcam. Only what is already recorded and saved in the SDHC memory card can be viewed over the HDMI connection.
I download digicam and the first 4 icons at he top right are grayed out. I have uninstalled and reinstalled and still grayed out. What do I need to do to to access these to recognize the camera?
Thanks
same here!
Can we use this method for zoom meetings app..
I think yes
Yes u can, I just made a video in how u can connect OBS to zoom or any other meeting software czcams.com/video/s3eak-DJh3k/video.html
can i connect my fujifilm xt20 camera?
Misleading title. There is a limited list of supported cameras for this software, not "any camera"
Yep "click-bait"
so do we have to keep the program open in the background? like while streaming for the camera to stay on
the software seems to reconize my camera but i cant go into live view can u help plz or is it jus my camera its a nikon L100
Excellent Presentation!
Hello! Your tutorial was very useful for me. It works very nice with my Nikon D5100. Thank you very much. Greetings, Peter.
Glad it helped!
Hey, i have the same camera. Did you have to connect to ur pc via mini-hdmi or the a/v out cord?
@@raahilparikh4623 There's no need to use mini-hdmi or the a/v out cord. I used the USB Cable for Nikon DSLR D5100 which was included in the box. You can buy this cable here: www.amazon.com/Cable-Nikon-D5100-Camera-Computer/dp/B01075ADMM
OMG THANKS. NOW I CAN USE MY GOPRO HERO 8 AS A GOOD WEBCAM. THANKSSSSSSS!
Hi Shaq, my camera sony alpha 6000 is recognized as a storage device. I'm using a pc with win 10. Do you have any advice what I can do to solve this situation? Thank you for this video cheers
Crying in fujifilm (ps. It does not support fuji cameras sadly :( )
Is there a MacOS version of digicamcontrol ?
The New Art School id like this as well!
Is the nikon d200 not available for live view? My uncle gave it to me in like 2015 it was my first dslr and I haven’t had the money to buy a new one so I’ve been looking all over to try and get this to work
Great software! Thanks! I used digiCamControl Virtual Webcam to link my Canon 5D MKIII to StreamElements OBS.Live and livestream to Facebook.
Worked seamlessly. USB to miniUSB cable is needed
Some specific comments are:
camera - worked - detected a Canon EOS 5D Mark III
aperture - worked in Av mode.
shutter speed - did not work in Manual and Tv mode
ISO - worked
Metering mode - only tried the Evaluative metering mode
white balance - worked - but I leave in auto
exposure compensation - worked
focus mode - did not change the focus mode of the camera
focus button - works in autofocus or manual focus mode on the camera.
I am only getting about 18 fps whereas I run my webcam at 30 fps. OBS seemed to be OK however.
I like the battery indicator on the digiCamControl display
The camera does get warm so I might shade it if I am outside on a hot day in the sun.
my camera is not being recognized, first four icons on top of screen not highlighted...help!!
my Canon T6 which shows as compatible did the same thing... I read in the T6 manual that when connecting go into the menu and disable wi fi/nfc. i did and the camera was recognized. On to my next thing. :-)
@@Supser oh wow, i have a vixia r800 and I can't even find the wifi shit on it. The laptop is not recognizing my camera. how did you find the wifi area?
@@Supser I did the same thing! disabled the wifi/nfc in the settings and my camera was recognized right away
@@rollwiththetroll7497 Vixia R800 has no Wifi capability. It's cousin the R80 does.
It recognized my camera as storage. How do I fix this? finepix s9500
me too
did you get this sorted? i have the same camera and the same problem
me 2
yo 1 month still no answer :/