How to stream quality video from home with cameras

Cameras streaming solution

A laptop’s built-in webcam might get you started, but for anyone who really wants to up their live-streaming game, a proper in-home live-production studio with a better standalone camera is definitely the way to go. Most cameras can produce a clean image output in HD 1080p with an HDMI or SDI output that can be utilized with an optional interface or capture device.Most live-streaming productions are done at 1080p to optimize bandwidth, but you can also choose to shoot 4K for local reasons and then connect the results to your collaborative or streaming system in 1080. Some cameras can also connect to your computer via IP (LAN), eliminating the need for an external interface card.

 

Popular cameras for desktop streaming 


Canon PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera

Save: $100.99  
$499.00

Canon EOS R10 Body

Save: $180  
$1,099.00

Sony ZV-1 II Black

Save: $101.99  
$1,098.00

Nikon Z6II Mirrorless Body

Save: $700  
$1,999.00

Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Body

Save: $500  
$6,499.00

How to use your Sony Alpha and RX cameras for live-streaming

At a time when we’re often connecting virtually via livestreams, you can put your Sony Alpha cameras to great use as a much higher-quality source than the webcams built into your computer.

Just about every Sony camera, including all of the Alpha series full-frame (α7x/ α9x) and APS-C (α6xxx) models, as well as the RX line (RX1, RX10, RX100) can be used to stream – they just need to have an HDMI output port.

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Canon EOS Webcam Utility turns your Canon DSLR into a webcam for both PC and MAC

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Fujifilm X Webcam – Turn Your X & GFX Series Camera into a Webcam

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The Nikon Webcam Utility for Windows is now available for download and will work with any Nikon Z Series or other compatible Nikon DSLR camera

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Specialty Streaming Cameras & Action Cameras


Camcorders - Ideal for Live Production Systems or with Live Streaming Capability

With some professional cameras, you can stream directly via wifi to various platforms. This is great if you want to have mobility and connectivity anywhere much like using your smart device, but you may also want the additional benefits of better-quality audio and images, with lensing to zoom in on the action.


How as a House of Worship you should prepare for live streaming of services

House-of-worship outreach isn’t new but it’s becoming increasingly important to get on air and service a congregation that needs support. Building systems that can also be leveraged for income, or cost offset, is another important consideration.

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PTZ Cameras/Heads and controllers


USB A/B/C/Mini/Micro & Thunderbolt 1/2/3 & Mini DisplayPort – Are you confused yet?

Don’t worry, you’re not alone! It seems that everyone is trying to get connected these days for live streaming, etc., but there’s a lot of confusion about what connects what to what and how to get there from here. Let’s review.

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Understanding Audio – Part 1: The basic things you need to know

Some say that humans are “wired for sound” and “the brain never stops listening” or, for those capturing audio for video, that “audio makes up 70% of the video quality.” It’s no mystery why good sound is so important, but there’s a lot to know and a tidal wave of product choices. So how do you cut through all the noise?

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Understanding Audio – Part 2: Balanced vs. Unbalanced Audio Levels, Cables & Connections

Don’t worry, you’re not alone! It seems that everyone is trying to get connected these days for live streaming, etc., but there’s a lot of confusion about what connects what to what and how to get there from here. Let’s review.

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