How to Setup Multi-Camera in OBS Studio for Gaming & Podcasts [ Multi-Cam Live Stream Tutorial ]

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@xdiegoxhernandez339]

Yo man do you know if you can add 4 or more cameras and if you can't what do I need for it to work

[@DoubtMeTech]

@@xdiegoxhernandez339 for that many more cameras, I would recommend the Black Magic Atem

[@imitatio]

Really clear: clean: no hype: no padding: just a good use of public time, by someone who clearly has a gift for explanation. A teacher. Few enough of them, in this medium: so thanks!!!

[@DoubtMeTech]

That truly means a lot. Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to watch. Happy to help 🙏🙏

[@akmcff]

Bruh, there are so many rubbish, helpless videos out there with so many more views than this one. This is exactly what I was looking for and I will look at your other videos in regards to setting this recording setup with the rodecaster pro, thanks heaps legend.

[@DoubtMeTech]

I greatly appreciate that. Thank you so much for the support 🙏🙏

[@nelsonbellamy3778]

Say that again I'm surprised to see idiotical unlikes thanks for your effort and time buddy

[@markerbull]

Exactly what I needed to know about hooking up multiple cameras. Thanks for keeping it simple and not having annoying music blaring in the background. I am going to check out more of your videos.

[@DoubtMeTech]

I appreciate that. I have a whole playlist dedicated to obs and livestreaming. Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@jaka007]

Thank God this guy doesn't waste anytime with BS explanation. I'm clueless with obs, but now I understand the basics. Thank you! 👍

[@WJ6FRadio]

This is the best video on KZbin for setting up multiple cameras and scenes! Subscribed!!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@JoeSteinerIII]

Came in clutch! Youre a great explainer of things - to the point with just the right amount of extra details 🍻

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@AlexTheAverageKid]

I'm going for a job interview tomorrow who use OBS instead of Wirecast. It's a 4x camera PTZ setup who stream live events.. and this video has helped me LOADS - thankyou

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@AlexTheAverageKid]

@@DoubtMeTech If I get the job I'll get you and the team a beer each when I get paid :) seriously, thanks

[@BryanMiraflor]

simple and straight to the point. very helpful. thanks for this video!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@Aidan-Lynch]

insanely helpful, best video on this topic

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Can i do this with 2 android phones? Or can i do this with a phone and a webcam like the elgato? Why do you need the cam link?

[@capionthegreat4582]

Damn bro,I almost spent money on a device I can probably do without because I couldn’t find any hardware /software solutions to fit the equipment I already have.you just saved me $500 plus dollars.You just got a sub and merch purchase.I’ll be sure to check out your other vids too!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching and for the support 🙏🙏

[@DANNYBLVCK]

Dope but where is the part where you connected the cam to the computer or did I miss it

[@RickySweum]

I'm just getting into learning this, and your video was the perfect introduction. Thanks.

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@AlysiasArtStudio]

Oh my!! This will be soooo fun! I’m brand new to this and it’s so very helpful! Thank you!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@patdig01]

Great simple no frills easy to undestand. Thank you.

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@mutebiivanjunior]

Thanks for sharing this greate tip brother......It has really helped me.

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@kinggio7618]

Awesome. Straight to the point. Very well explained great content brother. ! I’ll see you up there my man

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching and for the support 🙏🙏

[@magkaisacentre]

BIG THANKS! CLEAR, CONCISE, VERY HELPFUL!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@xXMarlin790Xx]

6:00 can you also press a button to switch to the other camera?

[@ptyaudio]

Exactly what I needed, assuming you are using windows

[@justalittledaf]

You're a beast dude! Thanks

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@ricflair313]

Thank you this just help me a lot 💯

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@ndifrekeumoren3548]

Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks a lot!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@ProductiveDude]

Hey Doubt me, thank you for this video. I have 3 4k cameras with 3 camlink pros going into my macbook, the problem is, when I exceed 1 camera it begins lagging and the recording quality starts to fail in OBS, what is the problem here? I'm going into a docking station that then connects to my macbook, what kind of computer set-up is ideal and mobile to be able to do this podcasting set-up with 3 cameras? Thanks in advance if you can help! :)

[@somethivirak3984]

Great explanation. Very easy to follow. Thank you so much!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@BienConectado]

Bruhh, dope video!

[@DoubtMeTech]

I really appreciate that. Thank you for the support. 🙏🙏

[@BienConectado]

@@DoubtMeTech Quick Question: Do you think it would be possible to use 3 GO Pros 7 for video and then use my elagato stream deck while also using 2 USB microphones for 2 ppl in a podcast with OBS?

[@BienConectado]

Cameras would be used for 1 in center and the other 2(for the 2 ppl)

[@AmelZubeidy]

Thanks a lot for the great and helpful tutorials. One of the best 👌

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@Newt211]

Best tutorial out there!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@andrewmcinnis2092]

Excellent video, thank you.

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@devanwoodruff7289]

You're awesome man. Subbed!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching and for the support. 🙏🙏

[@kiaramorales9191]

Thanks for the info! What kind of camera are you using ?

[@PaulRamen]

Hi ! I wondered if you've ever had any issue in terms of crashing or USB, with two Cam link 4K going into a laptop. Do the go into the same USB Root Hub ? All good ? Cheers !

[@andrewhughes6448]

Really appreciate this!!! Thank you

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@adamblaster]

Great job on this vid. Keep it up!

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@JampackGaming707]

Just earned a sub! Awesome tutorial!!! 🙏

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@mealticketraceway]

Good job 👏🏼 👍🏽 👌

[@DoubtMeTech]

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[@ThirdValve]

QUESTION: Are those El Gato Camlinks going into USB ports on separate USB Buses? That is, does your laptop have more than 1 USB Bus?

[@swamibrahmavadin5234]

So the two camera will be a separate file? Let's say when you cut the end product you can cut two cameras? Or it will be one file? I want to record podcasts same setup but 3 camera so therefore I need record all 3 cam

[@DoubtMeTech]

Recording directly into OBS, you get one file. In order to have 3 separate recordings, you must use an external recorder.

[@NovatoCustom]

Nice and clear, thank you very much!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@treksandpreps]

Good info brother. My friends and I want to start a little podcast for fun. I already make youtube videos about outdoors and survival skills. This has been super helpful. Thanks so much for the easy to follow information and keep the videos coming man :)

[@happygoatee8541]

Great info, thank you. Question on the sound set up. If your dual cameras are both set up with HDMI through the Elgato link, then when you switch cameras, does that mean it also switches the audio to be running from the camera selected?? I have a set up now with a sony X10 with the sound board from the church running into the cam, then the I can mix on the the cam the amount of sound board and room ambiance so give the sound a live but solid sound . If I add a camera in the way you have it set up here, I'm just wondering how that affects my sound. I hope this makes sense. thanks

[@DoubtMeTech]

I would normally have the sound coming through a mixer connected to the computer via USB and the audio from both cameras set to zero (no audio). But if you have the mixer connected into one of the cameras, then the 2nd camera I would bring the audio levels all the way down to zero. If both cameras are on the same scene, switching cameras won't affect the audio source

[@AlexCruz-lu4wz]

I tried to set up 2 cameras and record using your video as a reference but for some reason both cameras won't record at the same time. I only get 1 external camera and my laptops integrated camera. I am not allowed to use the other external camera, any thoughts?

[@EsteemHeadshots]

Super helpful! Does OBS have auto switching from 1 cam to another or is it we have to manually switch?

[@nelsonbellamy3778]

You are the best in the world subscribed 🤜✊👊❤️🏆🥇💣💥

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@DJChrisC]

So Helpful. Thanks. Do you have a link to a tutorial on setting timings for each camera so they switch automatically?

[@folafajuyitan9319]

Hi, Thanks for the detailed info. Just a quick question .Do you know if Canon EOS 70D can be used instead of a Sony Alpha A6600 Mirrorless Camera and Elgato Cam Link 4K is a must have to get the setup working ?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Any camera with an hdmi output can be used with this method

[@brentstudioj7669]

What kind of computer are you using?

[@shanegoodwinmusic]

Gawd damn man that was the easiest way to understand this stuff when you're a dummy like me! Thank you, and I will be sure to pay this shit forward!!!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@porshsmith14]

Thanks so much for sharing. For whatever reason, after I attempted to add 2 cameras , I now have to reinstall the camera every time i turn on OBS. I can't seem to be able to install both anymore, They both are connected with a USB capture card. Do i need capture cards?

[@mountainvoicevideographics4056]

thanks for this tutor.

[@jurjojo]

If I want audio from Rode Wireless Go 2, do I plug Rode into camera or into my laptop?

[@DoubtMeTech]

You can do either, but i generally will put it to my camera so I don't have to sync the audio or have another source.

[@aroncontinuousconversation]

Thanks!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@michaelklein4582]

Hi, I would to record music Videos in a studio setting with several IPhones! I am not planning on live streaming, even though I might end up doing that too.But for now, i just want record the session from different angles! Can this software record different camera angles simultaneously? So I can edit it afterwards! And can I start and stop the recording of all cameras simultaneously? And where would it be recording to? The Computer or the ssd of the camera itself? Or both? Thanks a lot! Cheers

[@paulsalgado8485]

I have a rodecaster pro. How do I get my podcast audio onto this exact same setup? Thank you .

[@DoubtMeTech]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWmvpGubiM1md7s

[@eddieramirez5161]

Is a physical "HDMI Live Stream Switcher" needed? If not? This is Awesome!! I have Canon R5 cameras. I like how quick and easy you present this video. Right to the point. Thanks!

[@MAJ032]

This is informative, Thank you I know now how to set up multi cam. Can you also make tutorials on how to multi microphone atleast 2 mics or more. Thank you

[@DoubtMeTech]

Watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWmvpGubiM1md7s It shows you how to also add a mixer for multiple mics

[@mehzmehz2836]

Hey...Loved your video, But I have One Question Like Can Keep 1 Audio Source Only So For All Multi cams?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes. Just mute the mics or inputs you don't want audio from

[@79thebest]

i have a question, what if one of the cameras cannot be close enough to the main laptop? if I was streaming a sporting event and wanted an angle from the opposite side of the gym, or such, how would I do that? if that is even possible (sorry if you already answered this question)

[@DoubtMeTech]

You can get a wireless hdmi transmitter, or really long hdmi cables

[@79thebest]

@@DoubtMeTech im going to look into that, thank you very much!

[@TheLeeper101]

Hello! I have 2 Sony A7iii and 2 Elgato 4k Camlinks, I have hooked everything up to my MacBook. OBS recognizes the cam link, but when I select it is just a black screen. Any thoughts??

[@DaisysWorld192]

Hey brother great video and perfectly explained! I have one question, My Omen gaming laptop only has one HDMI port so I can only plug in one capture card. Is it necessary to have two HDMI ports??

[@DoubtMeTech]

The capture cards plug into USB 3.0 or above, not hdmi.

[@DaisysWorld192]

@@DoubtMeTech oh that's right. I'm such a noob! Thankfully my Omen has two of them. Thanks for the information.

[@ntesangmotsikwa5217]

Legendary

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏

[@thegoodthebadandtheugly579]

Do I need a cam link? Can I not just use the utility software for 2 x M50 Canon cams?

[@diegoviecili8888]

Hey brother I use MacMini M1 computers Do you think I can connect 3 cameras using cam link and make it happen? Thanks in advance

[@kevinlam4773]

I’m looking to do a split screen between two cameras in OBS live-streaming to KZbin. I have a 2019 16” MacBook Pro with an i9 and Radeon 5600. Will my set set up be powerful enough to run this?

[@seriouzfilmz9397]

Question so can do transition between sources but can you have specific source to have its own style transitions

[@wrengaming1519]

thanks, although will it work if i just have a cheap webcam hooked up via usb cable?

[@maxairjordan1]

Hey! A couple of questions here. 1. What kind of Laptop set up do you have? Seems like alot of cables are pluged into it. Curious about that. 2. If I wanted to mimic this set up with a 3rd camera, how could I do that? Love the vid, great stuff! Subbed.

[@itsthehumor95]

Just now using OBS. Would the same logic would apply to adding remote sources? Like when everyone is using zoom or skype for example?

[@loozee]

Will the audio jump or be smooth if I have the same mic selected on both scenes that I transition back and forth?

[@rackonnect]

can you tell how to integrate different cameras?

[@lavanyashakthi6606]

Hi, Can I add a second camera with a different IP address ? For a side by side recording with someone at a different location. thanks

[@diegoviecili8888]

Hi there To connect the cameras to the computer it’s just using that hdmi to usb converter then? If 3 cameras so I need 3 those is that right ? I’m building s podcast setup but I only use canon rp, do you think the rp is capable of recording it? Thanks in advance

[@akapoadekunle6820]

Nice tutorial,I really love it...if I am planning to switch between 4dslr cameras,does that mean I need 4capture cards

[@DoubtMeTech]

Thank you. And yes you will need a camlink for each camera

[@maxgry]

It doesn’t need to be a camlink (as they’re kinda expensive). These generic „hdmi capture card[s]“ work pretty well for me. EposVox has got some videos on these capture cards „CantLink“

[@DoubtMeTech]

@@maxgry many of the cheap ones are limited to certain resolutions and frame rates. Make sure they have what you need

[@EDDIEGARAGE]

would you know which HDMI cable for a Canon m50 MK II to use thanks

[@welcometothelivingroom7458]

Is there a way to automate the camera switching using an audio trigger? So that when ever any one person is talking the camera will automatically switch when the audio goes past a certain threshold?

[@CallMeCalzone]

Obs Plugin can do this

[@pro.empire]

sooo need to buy 2 Cam Link 4K.?? to have 2 camera??

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes

[@DaveThompsonfairlife4all]

With an RX580 GPU, can I display two cameras at 50fps?

[@low-keyas-me6776]

Thanks so much fam

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@philliphaasbroek]

Thanks guys, this was very helpful. Your the best. One question, can I use a USB hub on OBS, I like to use up to 4 cams on one computer?

[@DoubtMeTech]

It's not recommended to use USB hubs because each cam link requires a lot of power from each connection. If you're using 4 cams, then I would recommend adding the Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro as your switcher. It will use one USB port but will taken in 4 different cams.

[@philliphaasbroek]

@@DoubtMeTech Very true. Thanks for the advice my fiend.

[@philliphaasbroek]

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[@philliphaasbroek]

I finish building the telescope and busy adding the Digital SVBONY cams. I appreciate your advice.

[@juliusmodesto3328]

Hi!.. what if I'm using multiple SJCam4000 with only a USB cable connections?.. Is the camlink still works?.. I'm using powered USB port but still, one camera is resetting.. Can you help?

[@paramnandu4905]

Brother if we are streaming with 2 camera ok and In between I want to show video or photo how I can do that?means I want to minimise my web cam and want to show picture in bigger size

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes you can. Just put that video in another scene.

[@paramnandu4905]

@@DoubtMeTech ok thanks

[@JohnnyQuest86]

I am having an issue where I can get video feed from both cameras prior to choosing a Cam 1 but when I go to select cam 2 it gives me no preview and nothing is shone. Anyone else experienced this?

[@wildewoodbaptistchurchlive]

YES!!!! I'm trying right now and it is doing that. I'm not sure what is going wrong.

[@deadmikehun]

Is there a 30min "streaming" limit when using the setup like this?

[@DoubtMeTech]

There is no recording limit.

[@lancelotward234]

Hey man 🤙🏽, love the videos! I’m currently trying to set up a three-camera podcast on OBS. I have made my scene 3840x2160 which can fit four full HD screens. I plan to crop them all in post-editing. I have a cam link for each of the cameras. One thing I did notice though is that depending on what USB port I used on my PC. Sometimes it would affect the quality of the video or audio recorded. It’s a relatively new build, so I’m unsure why this is happening. Any suggestions? Also, my second question is... if you have a power cut in OBS halfway through recording. Is there a way to have a backup? So you don’t lose everything? Sorry for the lengthy questions. But hopefully, your answers may help others in a similar situation. Regards Lancelot 🙂

[@Dicealot]

I'm a bit late but maybe i can help you. Some of the USB Ports are using the same bus. So if you use these usb ports all the taffic is on this bus. You have to chose usb ports using different buses to make it work. *buses are the systems transfering the data Sorry or my english...hehehe ^^

[@lancelotward234]

@@Dicealot thankyou. someone else told me this too! oh, and to answer my own question....apparently if you record in FLV format then you can recover the recording before a powercut? but I have not tested this method yet.

[@brentstudioj7669]

I added 2 1080p cameras to OBS, it freezes either 1 or both cameras after a few minutes, I have to unplug/plug to reestablish the video. I have an i7 16gb ram gtx1660 , I would think it should handle it. Any ideas?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Go to the Nvidia Geforce app, optimize OBS. Make sure you don't have other apps open at the same time. Also make sure you have USB 3.0 ports for the camlinks. I try to keep mine on USB 3.1 ports.

[@brentstudioj7669]

@@DoubtMeTechI tried everything and may have found the issue.I removed my Pengo 4k grabber from the equation, replaced it and seems to be working fine. NVIDIA said my gtx 1660 will not support 2 1080p cameras but its working ok with both, some flickering, I may need to dumb down to 720p.

[@mountainvoicevideographics4056]

I really like to know how to run miltiple camera with power point using OBS

[@YouMadeItPolitical]

Thanks for the video man! Do I have to have the cam link for each camera, or can I go directly from the camera to the computer via the cable? Something's not working right for me, and I don't know what I'm missing. I can get both feeds to work on each camera, but one is always overriding the other when they're both on. Might be the missing cam link?

[@DoubtMeTech]

For high quality you will need a cam link for each camera. You can however do this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWiQnnmXorGUjLs PLUS 1 cam on a cam link. But that video shows a method that will work on a budget, but im not a fan of it. I definitely prefer a cam link for each cam.

[@Petramojomusic]

Hi,can you please tell me how to connect 2 dslr cameras if I don't have 2 HDMI inputs in laptop?I have 2 camlinks but I don't see 2 hdmi in my laptop.Thank you!

[@DoubtMeTech]

The camlinks are for HDMI inputs. Connect the hdmi outputs from the cameras to the hdmi input on the camlinks

[@Petramojomusic]

@@DoubtMeTech Yes and thank you for replying but where to plug the 2 camlinks in lap top because I think there is only one hdmi?😘

[@DoubtMeTech]

The camlinks plug into the computer with USB 3.0 type A, not HDMI

[@Petramojomusic]

@@DoubtMeTech Thank you but 😥computers have only 1 USB 3 and how then you plug in 2 cam links? Sorry and thank you for your kindness

[@joe-trashgam1ng-196]

If you're using webcams do you still need a capture card?

[@DoubtMeTech]

You don't need a capture card if your webcams connect via USB.

[@cjcrucial7343]

so you have to manually switch between cameras at all times? there’s no auto switch i’m guessing

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yeah you have to do it manually. Watch this video on how to do it with the stream deck. It makes it easier. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2jHhqSdl6yjrsU

[@cjcrucial7343]

@@DoubtMeTech thank you

[@DoubtMeTech]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching. 🙏🙏

[@bloomingmomentsfilms7262]

I can't get any audios from my cameras. Even when I display all the camera settings info on the screen, it shows I'm getting an audio input into the camera itself as I can see the audio levels moving up and down, however the audio bars within OBS studios are static and when I watch back the recording there is no sound. Please can you suggest how to fix this issue? Many thanks!

[@mealticketraceway]

I need something that can do 8 cameras. Is this possible

[@juanitosandoval2373]

is there a short cut for scene transitions from your keyboard instead of using a mouse?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes you can program keys on your keyboard. I'll do a video on that soon

[@juanitosandoval2373]

@@DoubtMeTech beast! Thanks a ton!

[@DoubtMeTech]

Actually you should watch this video where I show you how to do it with the Stream Deck. It's even better than using keyboard shortcuts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2jHhqSdl6yjrsU

[@thinusmalan8945]

What kind of computer specs to I need to do this without any lag?

[@maxairjordan1]

Sorry, 1 more. Would this work with a Macbook?

[@bigbadmadlad137]

Ive been trying this but my second camera always shuts off.. what am I doing wrong?? help!!

[@murataluclu]

Do I need Cam Link for iMac to connect two cameras?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes

[@GenXGlam]

Can I just use obs to record overhead rig scene and record with a front cam rig no streaming involved?

[@DoubtMeTech]

Yes you can

[@GenXGlam]

@@DoubtMeTech Thank you for your prompt reply. have an awesome day!!

[@stephanyoutubeonly7368]

if i use this setup for recording will obs record the cameras as 2 separate video files

[@DoubtMeTech]

It will not. It records into one video file

[@TheJakeThatVlogs]

What can I do if I don't have enough USB 3.0 root hubs to connect two capture cards?

[@DoubtMeTech]

You will need a USB hub that requires external power.

[@TheJakeThatVlogs]

@@DoubtMeTech wow thanks for the quick response! I imagine that'd be one hub per capture card correct?

[@DoubtMeTech]

You can get one that is powered externally to power up 2 or 3 Generally.

[@TheJakeThatVlogs]

@@DoubtMeTech its not so much the power, its my computer recognizing the capture cards as different independent inputs. Currently if I plug in 2, only one feed shows up

[@soulchain247]

Why Omari look like he don’t wanna be there 🤣

[@DoubtMeTech]

He prefers being behind the camera 😂😂😂