I-phone as Webcam using Camo App

[D_A_X]

Hello friends,

I'm trying to set up my I-phone X to use as a webcam with my macbook pro. Do any of you use Camo? Can I use Camo with MFC even if I don't see it listed in their list of 'supported apps'?

(I tried with Epoc and couldn't get the feed to show up on my monitor.)

If you're using an I-phone as a webcam, what app are you using?

Thanks so much!!!!

*i know there is a thread about this but it makes no reference to Camo or any other apps for Mac that's why I started a new one.

 

[AmberCutie]

Is there a reason you can't just use a webcam?

 

[D_A_X]

Hi, Amber, I have a webcam, a Logi 1080p, but I don't like the quality of the picture. I have a ring light, and two LED side lights, but as soon as I step away from the cam a few feet, it goes blurry and grainy. It seems to only look good with very bright light and I really want something softer that will pick up more ambient light (you know, for that soft mood effect, hehe), I think the webcam works if I were to stay put, or stay close to it, like at my computer 'streamer/gamer' style, maybe ??? But I get up a lot and dance and move around......Unless I'm totally missing something here and doing something wrong, as soon as I walked away from it to dance and strip, the quality suffers.

I've read that with the iphone the quality is much better so I'm giving that a shot....I'm open to any and all feedback. I want a camera that will pick up the warm lights behind me.

 

[Lelo1]

There are free plugs that let you use your smart phone as a webcam with OSB on your computer.

Seems like there are videos that show how to use camo as a video input for OBS.

 

[AmberCutie]

Hi, Amber, I have a webcam, a Logi 1080p, but I don't like the quality of the picture. I have a ring light, and two LED side lights, but as soon as I step away from the cam a few feet, it goes blurry and grainy. It seems to only look good with very bright light and I really want something softer that will pick up more ambient light (you know, for that soft mood effect, hehe), I think the webcam works if I were to stay put, or stay close to it, like at my computer 'streamer/gamer' style, maybe ??? But I get up a lot and dance and move around......Unless I'm totally missing something here and doing something wrong, as soon as I walked away from it to dance and strip, the quality suffers.

I've read that with the iphone the quality is much better so I'm giving that a shot....I'm open to any and all feedback. I want a camera that will pick up the warm lights behind me.

Getting one of the more HD Logitechs, or investing in an actual camera that can be turned into a webcam (I use a Sony a6400 with an elgato card) will be a better and more dependable bet than using a phone. See if you can find something better that works for you. Phones aren't really meant to be a mainstay in webcamming on the main sites.

 

[D_A_X]

Getting one of the more HD Logitechs, or investing in an actual camera that can be turned into a webcam (I use a Sony a6400 with an elgato card) will be a better and more dependable bet than using a phone. See if you can find something better that works for you. Phones aren't really meant to be a mainstay in webcamming on the main sites.

I will look into this, thanks so much!!!!! I had thought of a camera.....

 

[D_A_X]

There are free plugs that let you use your smart phone as a webcam with OSB on your computer.

Seems like there are videos that show how to use camo as a video input for OBS.

Thank you, Lelo. I did watch a few videos already, I just wanted to know if anyone on MFC specifically, had experience with any of these apps. I will take a look at your links. Thanks again!

 

[AmazingAlexaNY]

wait what a actual camera can be made into a webcam how? and what kind never knew you could do that

 

[AmazingAlexaNY]

i have Logitech brio its pretty decent but thought it would be better

 

[D_A_X]

wait what a actual camera can be made into a webcam how? and what kind never knew you could do that

Some DSLR cameras can be turned into a webcam, it's just not as easy as a plug and play webcam like the logitechs. I too was disappointed with the quality of the logitech, mine is the C922x Pro. That's why I'm considering my Iphone or a DSLR (but they can be pricey).

 

[Catwave]

I've seen models using iPhones as webcams and I have to say I absolutely love the quality and "vibe" of their image. I'm happy with my webcam but maybe I'll give a try using an iPhone one day.

 

[lilouxo]

wait what a actual camera can be made into a webcam how? and what kind never knew you could do that

I'm using sony zv-1. Small, but better than webcam. No need to have anything more (elgato) to stream, but you need a dummy battery.


By the way, do you know any streamer who is using phone? I would love to see how it look like.

 

[AmazingAlexaNY]

okay thanks what camera should i save up for then. what you recommend? i dont care about price for i wanna know whats the best so i can save up for it.

 

[Nigerian Prince]

Some DSLR cameras can be turned into a webcam, it's just not as easy as a plug and play webcam like the logitechs. I too was disappointed with the quality of the logitech, mine is the C922x Pro. That's why I'm considering my Iphone or a DSLR (but they can be pricey).

I'd look at a used Sony rx100 series camera. When it comes to streaming they'd give you more for your money than most DSLR/Mirrorless cameras.

okay thanks what camera should i save up for then. what you recommend? i dont care about price for i wanna know whats the best so i can save up for it.

It's important to have a budget for camera recommendations, because the best cameras aren't going to give you your moneys worth when it comes to camming.

 

[D_A_X]

I'd look at a used Sony rx100 series camera. When it comes to streaming they'd give you more for your money than most DSLR/Mirrorless cameras.

It's important to have a budget for camera recommendations, because the best cameras aren't going to give you your moneys worth when it comes to camming.

Hey, thanks for the recommendations. I think what I'm going to do is start with my Iphone and then move on to a camera, just because the Iphone is what I have right now. I too love the vibe and look the Iphone gives. I tried it last night with Camo and it looked really nice.

 

[AmazingAlexaNY]

yeah i may try my phone as well... i have a Samsung note 10 plus.

 

[KingMarti]

I have been using my phone as a webcam for like 2 years or something now, hands down much better quality than any webcam you are going to find, like with webcams you gotta have a lot of light because the sensors are pretty small, but having a wireless webcam means you can do some pretty cool stuff without worrying about the camera getting disconnected.

@_Awesome_Alexa for android try an app called ipwebcam, iruin webcam or xsplit also has an app for turning your phone into a webcam (havnt used that one so cant say how well it works).

Not sure what apps there are for iphone but I would imagine that xsplit is also on ios.

Favorite thing about my phones camera is the processing, it cleans up a lot of really bad s cars that I have to the point where they are barely noticeable.

If you do use your phone as a webcam, you are 100% going to want an external mic imo, the mic in a phone isnt really designed for picking up anything further away than a few inches, so you end up being super quiet if you use the phone mic.

 

[AmazingAlexaNY]

I have been using my phone as a webcam for like 2 years or something now, hands down much better quality than any webcam you are going to find, like with webcams you gotta have a lot of light because the sensors are pretty small, but having a wireless webcam means you can do some pretty cool stuff without worrying about the camera getting disconnected.

@_Awesome_Alexa for android try an app called ipwebcam, iruin webcam or xsplit also has an app for turning your phone into a webcam (havnt used that one so cant say how well it works).

Not sure what apps there are for iphone but I would imagine that xsplit is also on ios.

Favorite thing about my phones camera is the processing, it cleans up a lot of really bad s cars that I have to the point where they are barely noticeable.

If you do use your phone as a webcam, you are 100% going to want an external mic imo, the mic in a phone isnt really designed for picking up anything further away than a few inches, so you end up being super quiet if you use the phone mic.

okay thanks for the advise.

 

[Nigerian Prince]

yeah i may try my phone as well... i have a Samsung note 10 plus.

I've found Droidcam OBS to be the best app out of the ones I've tested, though you do have a pay like 5-10$ for the paid version.

 

[D_A_X]

I have been using my phone as a webcam for like 2 years or something now, hands down much better quality than any webcam you are going to find, like with webcams you gotta have a lot of light because the sensors are pretty small, but having a wireless webcam means you can do some pretty cool stuff without worrying about the camera getting disconnected.

@_Awesome_Alexa for android try an app called ipwebcam, iruin webcam or xsplit also has an app for turning your phone into a webcam (havnt used that one so cant say how well it works).

Not sure what apps there are for iphone but I would imagine that xsplit is also on ios.

Favorite thing about my phones camera is the processing, it cleans up a lot of really bad s cars that I have to the point where they are barely noticeable.

If you do use your phone as a webcam, you are 100% going to want an external mic imo, the mic in a phone isnt really designed for picking up anything further away than a few inches, so you end up being super quiet if you use the phone mic.

There are apps for I-phones as well, so far Camo seems to work pretty good (the paid version). I tried Epoc but wasn't very successful getting it to work. I have an external mic as well. This is very encouraging, thank you!

 

[KingMarti]

You can also broadcast directly from the phone with an rmtp ap, cant remember the name of the one I use, but it's useful for times when your main broadcast computer is unavailable, but you will proberly need something with a larger screen like an old laptop or tablet to be able to read the chat