How to Live Stream with a Video Camera or DSLR (as a Webcam!)

[@Victorcatrina_]

I’ve literally been putting off live streaming because I didn’t want to use my dinky webcam haha this came at a perfect time, thanks for sharing!! 🔥🙏🏻

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! No worries - so glad it helped 👍

[@thrrax]

When looking to see if a camera has clean HDMI output, you need to look for PC output, because even if a camera states that it does not have clean HDMI output, that's only for a standard TV/monitor. For example, Sony HDR-CX405 doesn't have it when connected to a TV/monitor, but it has it when connected to a PC via a 4k capture card. Menus will still appear on the PC when you change settings on the camera.

[@dbtriav]

DSLR does work great and the picture quality is incredible - right up to the point the DSLR shuts off with a work around not to be had. Even with Magic Lantern software! I have 2 X Canon T2i, 2 X Canon T3i, and a Canon 2 X G7x MKII. I live stream frequently and the DSLR will shut off. Up to 30 minutes, no problem. A DSLR does look great and it is a viable option for short streams. Or if you simply record segments and then edit in post like DaVinci. I use a Blackmagic ATEM Extreme ISO Pro and yes I use all 6 DSLR and then 2 screen captures. But for a long show, I have to scale back to 3 Logitech webcams with 1 screen capture with OBS.

[@carey5976]

They do have power adapters that eliminates the battery all together which allows for continuous use. Google it and you'll find the one for your camera. Good Luck

[@daviddurrani]

You guys are fantastic. Always such useful and helpful videos. I have never come across a video of yours that was clickbait. Almost everyone on KZbin gets lazy and tries that but you've never disappointed. Keep it up. I'm still learning and haven't started my channel but when it starts it will be largely due to your assistance. Here is an idea for a video: "What equipment I would use if I started today". The biggest decision facing most people starting is the equipment but things move on so quickly it's hard to know what's good for this minute.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, David - happy to help 👍

[@joycewickman1148]

I'm addicted to your videos! You are truly helping me get started with live streaming and recording my art videos! Thanks so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, glad we're able to help - Hazel, PV Team

[@Mangold108]

Channel is growing great!!! You really deserve it!!!! thanks!!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, cheers! 😁

[@CreativeIsolation]

Wish this video existed a year ago. Lol. I did so much research to figure this out. So glad you’ve created this. Thank you!!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - thanks for watching 😊

[@CreativeIsolation]

@@PrimalVideo I assume this works as well for direct-to-drive recording. Seems like this would save a lot of time versus filming on an SD card and uploading afterward. I find watching myself on the little LCD does not give me an accurate sense of the picture. Being able to see myself on the full screen could save valuable time. Is this how you shoot your vids? Or do you transfer from SD to your computer afterward?

[@CatoPet]

Thank you Justin for teaching us an easy way to connect DSLR

[@PrimalVideo]

No worries - happy to help 👍

[@joycestyleofcooking]

YOU'RE SUCH A WONDERFUL TEACHER!THANKS ❤❤❤✌✌🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Joyce! 😀

[@micahkairo2534]

a trick: watch movies at flixzone. I've been using them for watching all kinds of movies lately.

[@raylanian2641]

@Micah Kairo yea, have been using Flixzone for since december myself :)

[@gaylealexander-videovisibi1429]

Exactly what I’ve been looking for, just downloaded the canon software to try this out before this video popped up, so pleased to be on the right track. Good to know abOut the audio delay.

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, Thanks Gayle!

[@dreddph]

Thank you for this tutorial. I find it more interesting than others out there. You speak fast but legibly and the topics are well organized and the visual aids are astounding and very helpful. New subscriber here!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - great to have you here! 😃

[@kevinmalone8564]

Extremely helpful and straight forward. Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad it helped 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@Nvv58]

Since im learning media in my new school i got the idea that i could stream any event that is being hosted with one of the video cams and connect it with a beefier laptop so that ppl can see it from home and stuff, now that i know it's possible to make im gonna ask my teacher about this

[@56hepcat]

Nice work Justin. Love your edits mate. Always enjoy your style. Cheers for the tips. 😎

[@PrimalVideo]

Cheers - so awesome to hear it! 😃

[@VedantaGuruji]

Hi Justin, Your channel really adds value to our life. 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

That's great to hear, cheers! 😊

[@ExploredPerpsective]

This video was great and straight to the point, answering all my questions in one swoop. Much Appreciated.

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad you liked it, cheers 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@CkBalVlogs]

Just wow. . Justin ❤️🔥🔥🔥 keep the good work up. Your videos are really helpful. 🎉🔥🔥

[@smisoplayz122]

I agree

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - happy to help 😊

[@notfizz4051]

No one can not think he is helpful

[@newdawnexercisetherapy2023]

Justin, THANK YOU for your super-effective trainings!! Question: Using a 1080p capture card vs a 4k card...would going up to 4k make a difference at the viewer end? I'm using a JVC 4k videocam when I livestream. Have used a 1080p capture card, but now the price on a 4k version is so inexpensive. But would my viewers need 4k viewing ability to make a visible difference? THanks for any feedback!

[@PrimalVideo]

Even if you’re broadcasting in 4k, it’s likely most of your viewers would be 720p or 1080p so it may be unnecessary. If you want to record high quality into your computer then that’s where the 4k can be handy right now

[@EduCastingOnlineZA]

Wow Justin... You make things look real easy... Thanks for all your brilliant video content 👏🏻👍🏻 Cape Town - South Africa

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@lmjacob115]

i watch all your videos and great content too

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Thanks for the support, cheers 🍻

[@lmjacob115]

@@PrimalVideo 😁

[@BasicBeautyEm]

Justin thanks so much for the video you always have just what we need.

[@PrimalVideo]

You’re welcome, cheers!

[@RondelleDesigns]

Great video thanks! Was exactly what I needed

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, you’re welcome!

[@1.5Koreans0.5American]

I did live stream once and the webcam quality was horrible. Like i looked really ugly so I had to eventually make the video private. So this would be super helpful!!!!🔥🔥

[@muditthakkar8851]

hhahahahahahahaha share the link and make it public Plz

[@PrimalVideo]

Great! Thanks, Jade 👍

[@SteveAndAlexBuild]

🤯, that is a lot of info to take in , I will watch a couple more tomes to get my head around it 😉🧱👍🏼

[@lisaflory24]

Hi Justin, I'm going to be filming a music video that the artist wants live streamed. Are there any suggestions on how I can accomplish this? I'd need a mic but there is an audio track that would be played live as well. Can you please give some insight? Thank you!

[@ClickTrainers]

Thanks man. Can using a DSLR as a webcam (running it for that long) have any negative consequences for the sensor?

[@andreasmetzen]

awesome video, great valuable content and just what I was looking for! Much appreciated.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem!

[@Je.rone_]

Thank you this is very helpful, I'm trying to start doing this myself, but ther main thing like you mentioned is the battery

[@PrimalVideo]

No worries - happy to help!

[@Zuchi]

Great guide, short and to the point!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@joymae]

I have my canon m50 for live streaming!!! Works perfectly!!!

[@mwelephotography6638]

Using which cables exactly

[@homelessballoon]

Thanks for this information! I have the Panasonic GH5 with the latest firmware. I just installed the LUMIX Webcam Software on my iMac (with MacOS 10.15 Catalina), and it works great when I choose it as my video source in the Zoom Preferences. However, I thought I could also control some camera settings from within LUMIX Webcam Software? After installing and restarting, the software is nowhere to be found, not in the Applications folder and nowhere else. Is it only a resource, like a plugin? How then can I control the camera?

[@SteadFastLifestyle]

It's been 5 years since his "how to film like a pro on android" video....this man does not age

[@ladydimeza]

You are amazing I have been trying to solve this for days!!! Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad you found this helpful 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@sergiogiuseppeamato7629]

Hi Justin, what is the software application used at the beginning of this tutorial?

[@luxbeauty4952]

Answered all my questions great video, very informative.

[@PrimalVideo]

Great to hear that 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@sasiezusievlogs7127]

Wow 😮 amazing good evening watching from Philippines 🇵🇭 me I can’t make live streaming because my camera is not good 😔 I really love that camera ♥️ hope I have opportunity to use that 🙏

[@H76Pro]

I just love this channel :)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you 😊

[@GEORGIANBAYNEWS]

Excuse my ignorance, can I livestream a small concert with a Canon SL3 with an iPad Pro M1? Thanks, Jason!!!

[@Eirik_Eiderdrake]

Exactly the answers I needed

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@explorewithant]

Hi buddy,,can you recommend a video camera for streaming 4K for live streaming and filming for plane spotting at the airport

[@heidialina]

So informative and clear - thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, Heidi 😊

[@teddyw.charawa8989]

What a lesson again.

[@metrolens_]

Thanks, this video is very helpful

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad it helped - Hazel, PV Team

[@BenVaserlan]

For remote directing, can most 4K video cameras record (to an onboard storage medium) and stream 1080p at the same time? The streaming software would be EVMux.

[@xibhi1776]

Hi. I have a small doubt. I'm using Adobe Premiere Pro now for Video editing. I've heard about davinci resolve free software for video editing too. But I don't know much about that software and I'm confused. Would you please recommend which of these two is better for video editing purposes? You have uploaded many videos recommending so many video editing softwares! I would like to hear from you!

[@Wooddweller]

Didn’t know this was possible but thanks so much for teaching me something new.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome 😉

[@CRHauntProductions]

This is on my list of next type of video to push out. Thanks mate!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem 👍

[@susanestes4905]

Hello Justin. I'm looking to add animation to Title and End clips. Do you have a suggestion as to what programs are available downloadable free or at low cost for PC/Windows? Thank you for your help.

[@PrimalVideo]

Have you had a look at placeit? They have very low cost intros and end cards for your videos. We have a video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/immslHZqarGFpKs

[@coltennial9513]

Holy moly this is useful thank you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad you found it useful!

[@yinyu920i__]

which usb cable do we need to connect to the camera and imac? 💛

[@jameshchetwyndjr9739]

As stuff seen on 1080p. The 4k is extra I dont see. Shot Nikon coolpix p510. Bought august 42x 24-1,000 rated good photos great video 1080p 30fps

[@BradleymycookingBM]

I love ur channel I learn a lot from you keep blogging

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome to hear! Thanks 👍

[@BradleymycookingBM]

@@PrimalVideo i love ur channel I learn a lot

[@BradleymycookingBM]

I Am getting better with my videos thank you for much

[@nickkociski1756]

Which program should I use so clients have private direct link not to go through KZbin, and which one will be best for weddings and do I have use internet at church & reception, I’m from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@davecustance3423]

Great Advice thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Dave - Hazel, PV Team

[@jaykay308]

which camera is good to buy for few hundreds euro? below 400. is there really a big different from logit tech webcam and these nice whole video camera?

[@janabi62]

Hi Justin, Great video and intelligent channel, can I ask you if Panasonic Camcorder HC-V180 can be used as webcam? I want to connect it to my ATEM Mini Pro. Cheers

[@hanbyeolkim8557]

I love your style...really so good

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Thanks 😊

[@VegasGamblers]

Thanks Justin. You are very easy to understand. I appreciate that. Do you have a video where you show how to put those cool overlays of you walking onto the screen and pointing to the like button? If that is a trade secret, I totally respect that. Thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - glad you liked it. We dont have a tutorial video for that yet. Basically, I recorded myself on a greenscreen and then added the clips on my software editor. 😊

[@Jarhead6]

Man I am using the ATEM Mini with two cameras and ECamm and it is great!

[@MoeC-ks7jy]

Thank you so much for the advice

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@StarWarsJay]

I don’t need that skill yet, but I still watched. You never know eh. Good work mate.

[@PrimalVideo]

Sure, Thanks!

[@Arturas_Gerulskis]

Thank you for the wonderful video. I wanted to ask, when you stream with cameras that have a 30-minute video recording limit, does this limit also apply to the stream?

[@carey5976]

No it doesn't because it's linked to your computer which displays and records the video and audio. Would need to have a power adapter instead of a battery for continuous use.

[@patrickwilliams1886]

, Love your Videos. How can I Live stream from a camcorder to my smart TV? I want to record and live stream in one room and have it play on a tv upstairs

[@VeniVKumar]

This works if my cameras are near my computers. What happens if my camera needs to be mobile...capturing e events from multi locations? What other accessories would I need?

[@brianwhitney301]

Is there a way to do this without usb? I'm trying to set up a portable camera with wpstream.

[@xibhi1776]

Pls upload Adobe premiere Pro tutorials or tips and tricks I really like your Adobe premiere Pro tips and tricks ...I'm waiting 4 your next video

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey! Glad you like the videos! Don't have any plans for Premiere videos just yet, but might do some tutorials in the future 👍

[@xibhi1776]

@@PrimalVideo Hi, I'm a big fan of yours! I had watched all your videos in the channel! I love your Video editing tips & tricks alottt! I'm using Adobe Premiere Pro now, so I have asked for tips & tricks of video editing in it. It was really amazing to read the full video editing guide pdf in your website! It was really amazing. I'm your greatttt fan! I'm eagerly waiting for your future videos! Thank you so much! You are doing great!!! ❤️

[@MarchnWill]

Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@jakeroberts6274]

Great video. What software do u use for this to produce the video with text and images etc? Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Jake! For the KZbin video? We edit with Final Cut currently but you could do this in most editing software. But if you mean to make an intro for your Livestream, then we use Placeit 👍

[@ellielim1111]

Love this video

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@teguhgumilar6868]

is it possible to conect it to handphone?

[@sweetlife2823]

Thanks for info, that s very helpful😍

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, Edna - so glad it helped 👍

[@SmartKidzee]

2:47 Hey Justin what happened to the audio???

[@jayrodhub1]

Great info thx

[@PrimalVideo]

👍

[@PIUSJUSTUSMULIRIYE]

Great content

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@LeckerTreats]

Great info, thanks 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, Thanks for watching!

[@muditthakkar8851]

I am thinking to start I live stream but I don't need a webcam I still like it !

[@RandyReviews1990]

Do you already have a webcam?

[@muditthakkar8851]

@@RandyReviews1990 yes cause i have a laptop instead of Pc

[@RandyReviews1990]

@@muditthakkar8851 I have a pc but it came with a webcam already it’s a all in one pc!

[@muditthakkar8851]

@@RandyReviews1990 nice what is the company of it ? the pc with webcam

[@RandyReviews1990]

@@muditthakkar8851 it’s a hp windows 10 24 all in one wireless mouse and keyboard and a touchscreen but I use a mouse am old school like that lol.

[@REDD520]

I’m so new and I need so much help!

[@TorontoAreaNestBox]

Hi Justin, just joined your channel; excellent content and quality! Hoping you can help. I 've built a birdhouse with a camera box in it and want to livestream from my backyard. Space in the birdhouse camera compartment is very limited and I certainly must use WIFI. At present I have a low cost Amazon-bought home security camera installed and can capture and download videos, but no idea if livestream is possible. It does a good job with the picture and sound and I can watch live. Can you please suggest? Thanks! Jerry.

[@PrimalVideo]

Sorry Jerry I don’t really have many suggestions for you. Depending on your camera you might be able to connect to it wirelessly through a computer and stream with that as a webcam through that computer. IP cameras work well for this

[@TorontoAreaNestBox]

@@PrimalVideo Hi Justin, since my reaching out, I was able to successfully livestream with OBS Studio! That being said, I then noticed that KZbin does not count livestream for monetization, so although this is still far off, I'd rather put my efforts into creating daily videos. What's your opinion on livesreaming given KZbin does not count this?

[@abigailifeoma]

Please allow me to like the video before watching it ..... thank you for meeting my needs

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Abigail!

[@libertarianactivist5763]

How do you live stream on a camcorder, when you are out and about away from home ? What accessories do you need for a reliable wi-fi connection which can work anywhere?

[@PrimalVideo]

You could use something like the Terradek Vidiu - for portable live streams.

[@MohammadAlshahrani]

Please direct to the point

[@JMixtapeProductions]

what is the webcam software for Sony 7riii?

[@Robocop00724]

I have a question, I have a small investigation company . What we do is video. How do I set up my agents with body cams, cameras in our vans and helmet cams? And transmit that to a base office in real-time. So what I'm seeing The people, on the other end can see in real-time. I need help, please.

[@jingwu997]

Great vid. May I ask how to input the audio feeds into obs when I use Rode Wireless Go connected with my camera body, please? I cannot find it from OBS audio input device list

[@PrimalVideo]

Will depend on your camera, if you’re using something like the camlink, you’d select camlink audio

[@jingwu997]

@@PrimalVideo Thanks for your reply. Yes, the camera was Canon EOS R, and it connected with Blackmagic Atem mini with HDMI cord. But there’s no Atem mini audio as an option for me to choose in obs. I’m not sure the reason.

[@abdullahsiddiqawan9100]

hey i need help i have old camera nikon coolpix s800 i want to connect with pc for streaming do u know or is it possible?

[@kealiimahoe25]

Thank you so much for sharing. Can you suggest a camera that has a clean hdmi and can run continuously, I’m mew and starting to live stream on FB for an hr or two. Budget friendly, I like Canon or Sony. What’s a good starter camera for new live streamer. Thank you in advance.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey! Your best bet is to first try using your smartphone for live streaming and see how that goes. There are many cameras that would work for live streaming so it'd hard to say what will work best for you! 👍

[@kealiimahoe25]

@@PrimalVideo Thank you so much! I was hoping to purchase a camera and not use my phone. Any Cameras that will fit my needs?

[@volodymyrusyk7372]

If I use Elgato Cam Link 4K, will it show a clip in a play mode? Or it shows just a live picture? Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

It will show the live picture from the camera 👍

[@sasiezusievlogs7127]

I only use old phone😢 hope I have opportunity to have that camera 📷 😔

[@grammysiingh24]

hello sir my english is not do good can you tell me what i need for uses camera as webcam on zoom meeting i have hdmi 4k but my screen and camera is 1080p ... is that enough

[@The_Trained_Observer]

Has anyone been able to use an internal HDMI capture card such as the Blackmagic Design Intensity, or the Intensity Pro with their Canon M50 II using HDMI?

[@alignmovespilates1968]

Oh this is would be great to do for my live classes. Would this setup work with zoom?

[@PrimalVideo]

Yes

[@delaciesmith1836]

Hi Justin is there a way or software that you know of that allows live steaming for Facebook, KZbin, Instagram and Twitter altogether? I know you did one about Facebook and KZbin a while ago.

[@PrimalVideo]

Not that include Instagram unfortunately. Streamyard or Restream are good options outside of that one though

[@jambobplayz5423]

hi thanks for the tips

[@PrimalVideo]

Sure, no worries!

[@doraflaw137]

Can it work with Canon EOS 4000D

[@brayoohmapetkooh6505]

Good one

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@TaylorTreniece]

Hi I wanted to know if you could help me figure out why ,when I use my dslr to live stream it doesn't fit the entire screen on the stream. Is there a way to fix this? I would love the help!

[@Crystal-bn4ue]

Hello can I do this with a d7100 nikon

[@iv_ripped182]

Grate video ❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks! 😊

[@juditha9836]

Thank u bro

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome 👍

[@survivorb9929]

hope you can still respond to this but if your camera does not have a clean hdmi output (canon rebel t6 1300d) can you not set it up with the camlink to livestream using steamlabs OBS?

[@PrimalVideo]

you can still connect it, but if it's not clean it will have all the camera display items on that hdmi feed