How to Get the Best Camera Quality for Zoom - 3 Easy Tips

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📒 Show Notes 📒
1️⃣ Connect Your Phone as a Webcam
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WIRED: Epoocam ➡️ www.elgato.com/en/epoccam
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4️⃣ HDMI Capture Cards
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Elgato Camlink ➡️ amzn.to/2KeAcBj
Timecodes
0:00 How to Look Professional on Zoom (3 EASY Tips & Tricks for Beginners)
0:47 How to Use Your Phone as a Webcam
2:57 How to Use a DSLR as a Webcam
4:11 How to Use a HDMI Capture Card
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In this video Omar from Think Media shows you how to look good & professional on Zoom with these amazing tips & tricks for beginners. These zoom tips & tricks in this tutorial will show you how to make your camera look better.
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[@ThinkMediaTV]

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[@SurahsAlwaysHere]

All the time to chat with my friends and for school also. First reply

[@RVingwithG]

?ZOOM? why not just use KZbin?

[@exposureworld599]

Hey nature or relax lover....have a look to this channel.....

[@Kerryplays]

My son uses zoom 5 days a week for virtual homeschooling and my youngest uses it once a week, 1 uses a logi tech camera and a floor- to - desk tripod ring light, and the other uses a nexigo camera with a desk ring light 😊

[@metamvmt6856]

We use Zoom for 7 movement classes a week for our members and I hate the weak 720p resolution on ZOOM and have been looking for an upgrade. I purchased a dope webcam however it doesn't hold the light when I'm 5' away and laying on the ground when I'm teaching classes. I was hoping that it would be the ultimate fix and I was highly disappointed. So, after each class I upload to the on-demand library and the resolution stinks for my members and I need a better solution bad... I think the smartphone could be a good option and I've been looking for camera's however that is an overwhelming subject considering I need a camera that can record up to 75 min w/o stopping.

[@Tekipharm]

Thank you for this info. We grow knowledge everyday 🙌🏾

[@colathegoddess]

I average 8-10 zoom calls a week now for my job so this was super useful information I’ve never even really thought of! Professional aesthetics do make a huge difference on how you’re perceived

[@CiekawePtaszniki]

Very good material, time-saving, perfectly prepared.

[@SoundBathMeditationOnline]

Thank you! This was super helpful!

[@MobileCinematics]

🤩 As a university instructor, course creator, and Skillshare advocate I've seen 2020's Zoom/Webex evolution first-hand. Your tips here are must haves going into 2021 for certain!

[@sirojiddinnazmiyibadullaye8852]

Thank you soooo much Think Media. I have been struggling with my poor pc web camera. Now i can use my phone camera which is best than my PC's web camera while my online classes. Thank you sooo much Think Media🙏🏼👍🏻

[@msgodivaempress]

Haven’t had to do zoom yet for work. But if I do..thanks for the tips!

[@subhblogging8940]

I have been using Zoom for a lot of purposes... This video is super beneficial and important for me!✨✨

[@DaCake2]

Great video. Thanks!

[@CanvaCreative]

Thank you so much for the info. It is very important to look professional ...Didn't think using a smartphone is an option...

[@beyondthebeats7852]

Excellent video. Thanks for the info.

[@CodingNuggets]

Zoom is so vital in writing from home. I dint think there are many companies that aren't using it. What I love is that Think media seems to always come through when I'm looking for specific content. Thank you Think Media!

[@sastrainggris-fakultasilmu4910]

Amazing, thanks for the prideful science and knowledge to us. thanks a lot.

[@echomusicswe]

This was Awesome information ❤ THX A LOT

[@KRAFTEELEFTEE]

Great video!

[@joanneamantea2033]

Thank you ... greta video!!

[@cfunkrenegade]

so I run our user tech team at my company, and I experimented with this early on in the pandemic. A couple more thoughts: 1) Zoom, Webex, etc compress your video in an online meeting. In our testing we didn't see a difference on the far end whether I was using my external webcam, GoPro, phone, or mirrorless camera. 2) Good lighting is FAR more important to the quality. Again, video is processed and compressed and the software will try to correct lighting automatically. We've found that good lighting SIGNIFICANTLY increases far end video quality. 3) The webcams built into your laptop will not be good but an external webcam was what we found produced the most consistent best quality far end video. Logitech C920 is the best bang for your buck. These are purpose built and the software (Zoom,etc) knows how to work with them. You'll find the lighting correction with these works FAR better than if you were using a GoPro, cellphone, or camera. 4) good Audio is always more important to an effective meeting :) Great video though, thanks!

[@KendrickDischCreative]

adding a good lens to the mirrorless with a wide aperture (2.8 or wider) will help it look a lot better and is definitely noticeably better.

[@exposureworld599]

Hey nature or relax lover....have a look to this channel.....

[@REDCLAVELAZUMI0606]

Very nice very clear i want to do it so thanks for sharing

[@maverickhunterzero20]

I use zoom every day at work. This was really helpful I just ordered that capture card to level up these calls.

Hey nice video, thanks for sharing! What about the battery life of the camera when using a Canon camera? Does USB or HDMI provide power for the camera? Is there a way to plug the camera to power energy? Thanks!

[@Englishfluencyvision]

Thanks for sharing

[@RichieMoore]

This is very cool, have seen some impressive zoom feeds recently!

[@patrickokon276]

Great video!! The audio quality is amazing 😍😍 what setup did you use in this video?

[@AnatolMenke]

Just made a video about canon webcam utility and iriun app in german :) love your style and the videos - thanks again!

[@SheaMF]

I use zoom weekly for acting classes as well as audition; and my macbook is older, so being able to use my iPhone or my Nikon DSLR (hoping this works) sounds interesting. I actually have a recording to do this weekend, so I’ll try that for sure as I know the images coming out of my macbook video feed isn’t that great. Perfect timing.

[@y_hagras6804]

Keep up the amazing videos

[@incomeez3574]

Nice I was looking for a camera but I have a iPhone 11 so it will be perfect! Thanks!!

[@Doughtoili]

thncx

[@kendricklincolin4981]

Very informative review, I use DSLR camera and Powerpoint with talking points as my teleprompter software to help me sound natural and keep eye contact with the viewer because I don't read word for word, No special software needed except PPT Mirror tool to mirror-flip my slides👌

[@SeleriaPerryman]

This was useful

[@ceceliaedic2265]

I use Zoom 5 days a week. I had to learn fast when my departement went remote March of last year. Thankfully, I upgraded my webcam up to a Canon M50. Wow! What a difference! Good Video, lots of information. Thanks!

[@SinnisjInsulator]

Video quality is super important Indeed, especially since people now even have tvs setup to watch KZbin. Great tips and device suggestions.

[@hereisnatalia]

I’m not sure if I’m missing the link, but I have a Sony A6400 and you mentioned in the video about downloading the drivers. Where do I go to download that? Thank you!

[@laurynjoyce]

Thank you ❤️

[@joymae]

The HD option is game changer

[@PawFromTheBroons]

The advantage of using the HDMI option is that you get sound too. The USB option let you stranded with having to deal with sound routing also.

[@melissagayle3375]

Thanks guys for this great info. I start college today and my classes are using Zoom.

[@AlienArtCharts]

Tip with the phone is very easy, but if you just need to put the camera to eye level, it also possible to put the laptop on the stand or something.

[@Camexplode]

What Software do you use if you use HDMI? OBS?

[@Tom-ff8cv]

does your camera charge when plugged into USB C using canon eos webcam utility? Thanks

[@gregmonforton4103]

Since I don't have a camera with clean HDMI out and since Canon was nice enough to do the Webcam utility I'm all about that, but I did buy the cheap generic HDMI capture card and it's great. One thing might be useful is if you have some HDMI source (like a DVD player or another computer) you can use the capture card to bring that signal in. If you don't mind getting complicated and use OBS to feed your livestream or Zoom then you might have the following OBS inputs: webcam, computer desktop, external HDMI source (audio+video), microphone. If you need to give a presentation at your work Zoom meeting this might be a good way to go (but practice with it first!).

[@ThisisCredd]

Does the usb option work with the Sony a5000

[@TechNickInc]

Another Great Video by the KINGS of KZbin

[@ThinkMediaTV]

🙏🙏🙏

[@moststefanitely6737]

can you use the zoom background while using the app?

[@SurahsAlwaysHere]

Me ligit watching this while in my teacher's zoom

[@tiffnohelee]

I use Zoom for school and work, so I’m on it 5-6 hours a day most days. On especially crazy days, I’m on Zoom for 9-10 hours. Great tips- thanks!

[@crystalfunky]

You should relax in nature to balance that out

[@ThomasVeheim]

Can you make a tutorial for Teams as well? I tried the EpocCam and Iriun app on my iMac, but they only work on Zoom😢

[@Henplais_4_12]

How do you add good audio with this setup?

[@dev_shoots]

How do you compensate for a lag? My video is lagging behind sound. Nikon DSLR with utility app paired with audio technica AT2020USB+

[@WendyLaw]

What’s the difference between option 2 and 3? Is the last option better quality?? Someone please explain to me.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Better quality Not software based - so more dependable *Not all cameras and do option 2 *and not all camera have a “clean hdmi” - so they can do option 3

[@JebbAdams]

CAPTURE CARD! RIGHT ON! THANKS.

[@SeanDIY]

I use my Logitech Webcam. It's 1080p.and works well plug and play. I also use Google Meet most of the time.

[@Bret_Chapman]

I am sure this has been asked - the epoccam is only on the Apple store yet you mentioned it is both android and apple curious if this is a glitch?

[@henryvanveen5365]

I use Zoom for meetings and use Iriun app with my Galaxy note5 as webcam. Initially there were problems but with subsequent updates, it is much better with no problems. I would prefer to use my Canon camera but my model is not supported.

[@MeerkatPB]

the Iruin link for pc please?

[@StreetsOnPoint]

I use zoom almost daily and deal with a lot of glasses glare from my dual screen setup, any suggestions?

[@sutcliffedavid]

What about the eye-line? Zoom adjusts, so it appears I'm making eye contact with whomever I'm interviewing. When I use phone or DSLR as you recommend, there's no adjustment and so no eye contact when I'm looking at the person. Please help.

[@jsavannah]

I have never found a video to solve my problem. I don’t use a laptop, but instead a 27 inch iMac with a Logitech C920 on top. The problem is that it sits very high and doesn’t have the eye contact that I would like. If I put a desktop tripod between me and the screen, then it blocks me from reading the screen. I would like a permanent solution that can stay in place all the time.

[@_shahazmir]

But can u still put virtual background?

[@hawk99131]

How do I get my Canon M50, while being used as a webcam, to not turn off after 30 minutes? The camera is also using a power cable.

[@tbc_2024]

QUESTION: Iriun web driver for Mac is not available thru the Mac App store. It is only available thru their website?? Have you checked out IRIUN for privacy/security access on your Mac?? is it safe?

[@tbc_2024]

Why isn't the App driver on the Mac App Store? I cannot find any contact info on iriun website? email? phone number? twitter? facebook? I will try the Epoccam as it is from elgato.

[@SigmaLK]

Cool..

[@SculptedVersion]

Cool 😎

[@thegrenadianboy5051]

Nice

[@prithviswarmitra2485]

Is that a fog machine operating in the background?

[@ericbaluya361]

I am using webex but with the latest update they have blocked or broken the third party app connection. Limited to video capture card option. It gets worse if you use Citrix and then WebEx.

[@isaiahaldam6711]

How to get 1080p quality for zoom pro?

[@rayyansworld9069]

I like ur video hope ur video will help me to grow

[@johnpavon799]

I have used zoom with separate webcam. Need to purchase a camera mine was stolen at LAX.

[@TotallyTJ]

I hate zoom lol! Bring back in person events!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Hope it happens soon!

[@maricarlo6187]

Thank you so much I just bought a 4K and it has no adjustment options and the video quality is poor 😢 I'm very upset I need it for zoom my face looks all of noice

[@GrantSpoon]

Am I missing something? Zoom won't stream better than 1280 res on calls so aside from lighting why upgrade your camera. ?

[@zrienkersh1475]

What about Panasonic?

[@swatz2110]

Nc bro

[@GrowYourWealth101]

"The greatest men in the world have failed more than you have tried!" 💪 Build up your own from home online business in 2021! 🙏

[@exposureworld599]

Hey nature or relax lover....have a look to this channel.....

[@anothercharacter]

Thank you Omar! Now I can use my iphone until @canon upgrades their driver for bigSur so I can use my M50!

[@youtubemoderator3135]

You will get rid of hackers you will be on my community YOUR THE CHOSEN ONE!

[@charlesjohnston1506]

Our church uses Zoom about ten times each week! This is up from zero prior to the pandemic.

[@JadeTrading]

Who else is working from home since 2020?🙋‍♀️

[@SurahsAlwaysHere]

My mom

[@SeanDIY]

I have been since March 18th, 2020

[@exposureworld599]

Hey nature or relax lover....have a look to this channel.....

[@Datskr]

*HAVE A NICE DAY MY FRIENDS* 💙💙💙💙

[@RandomZ4]

👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@exotic_t]

Good morning

[@CaseyBurnsInvesting]

Work from home is here to stay.

[@colinlancelot9706]

Anyone else notice that the rating for the first app in the video is higher than in the actual App Store ?

[@PrincessEla-wj2gq]

i am here watching this while taking an exam:>

[@itsbig1g]

looking professional on the top half of your body

[@SurahsAlwaysHere]

I do that🤣

[@sirojiddinnazmiyibadullaye8852]

I use Zoom everyday because of my online classes

[@gangstargamer3882]

Found a mistake... You said this year and we only had 25 days of this year. I think you were talking about 2020...

[@victorelindal1767]

Use zoom 5 hour a week. Have a Center cal

[@midethsupocado3948]

I used zoom once a week ..

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

Thumbs up if think media helped grow your channel! It sure helped mine grow! 👍🏻💪🏻😱

[@SY-sp8uo]

Who else started their KZbin channel this year? 🎊

[@yason8490]

2 times a week

[@VanekLarson]

Getting famous off of comments day 240, so I can live the dream, live every day like it’s your last🤙🚀🤙

[@gigli110110]

USaa

[@SurahsAlwaysHere]

Lol

[@gangstargamer3882]

Google meet

[@CurielMusic]

Nice tips? lol

[@br3nt368]

or just buy a cheap $30 webcam in 1080p and save your self the hassle of setting it up everytime😐 😐 😐

[@JZrez]

Do NOT get that $20 capture card, its garbage. Save for the camlink.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

It's worked good for us... we have a couple of them... What happened when you used it?

[@JZrez]

@@ThinkMediaTV @Think Media For some reason it kept freezing the image during my zoom meetings. It might have been a faulty unit but I've seen plenty of other videos speaking to the unreliability and bad build quality of these cards.I guess if you look at the big picture it's not a big risk. I'm glad they are working out for your team 👍🏻