How To Use The Nikon D5500 As A USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon D5500 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Nikon D5500 as a webcam using a USB cable to live stream.  All you need is: The correct USB cable The correct software  A compatible webcam application How Do I Use My Nikon …

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How To Use The Nikon D7500 As A USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon D7500 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Nikon D7500 as a webcam using a USB cable whether you want high quality video calls or live streams.  All you need is: The correct USB cable The correct software  A compatible webcam …

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How To Use The Nikon D7500 As A HDMI Webcam

There are two methods of using the Nikon D7500 as a webcam for live streaming… This post shows you the method which achieves the best quality using your Nikon D7500. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarise, …

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How To Use The Canon XA11 For Live Streaming 

You can use your Canon XA11 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon XA11 camcorder as a HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect your Canon XA11 camcorder to a capture card …

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How To Use The Canon Vixia HF G30 For Live Streaming 

You can use your Canon Vixia HF G30 (released 2013) as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon G30 camcorder as a HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect your Canon Vixia HF …

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How To Use The Canon Vixia HF G50 For Live Streaming 

You can use your Canon Vixia HF G50 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon G50 camcorder as a HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up I recommend is as follows: This post will guide you through the …

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Can You Leave A Lens Attached To A Camera?

You might have just bought yourself a new DSLR or mirrorless camera and this might be your first time with an interchangeable lens camera.  You might be wondering if it is safe for you to leave the lens attached to the camera.  Whether that just be in storage, or when you’re on the go and …

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How to Fix ‘Nikon Lens Not Attached’ Error

If you have this problem you might be wondering what to do when you see the ‘lens not attached’ error message on your Nikon camera. If you get this issue then you are not able to use automatic settings to take pictures. There could be a variety of reasons why this is occurring from mechanical …

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How to Use the Canon EOS M200 as a HDMI Webcam

If you are wondering if you can use the Canon M200 as a HDMI webcam then this post will help you. The answer is yes. You can use your Canon EOS M200 as a webcam using a HDMI output and a capture card.  All you need is: The correct HDMI cable A suitable capture card …

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How To Use The Canon EOS M200 as a USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Canon EOS M200 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Canon EOS M200 as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: This setup is going to be perfect for anybody wanting to step up the quality of their video …

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Why Won’t My Canon Rebel T6 Take Pictures? – Solutions

If your Canon Rebel T6 won’t take pictures then this post will help.  This can also apply to other Canon Rebel cameras.  Before you do anything, try to rule out whether it is the lens or camera at fault.  You can do this by using a different lens on the camera if you have one …

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How To Use Canon Vixia HF R800 As A Webcam

You can use your Canon R800 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  To summarise, the set-up I recommend is as follows: This post will guide you through the above steps in further detail and provide you with helpful tips to make sure you …

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Why Is My Canon Rebel T6 (1300D) Not Focusing? – 7 Solutions

Under normal circumstances the Canon EOS Rebel T6 (also known as the EOS 1300D) will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. After the half-press, you can press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.  For the majority of people, there’s never any problems with this. But sometimes your Canon …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS Rebel T6 (1300D) As A Webcam?

Yes you can use the Canon Rebel T6 (1300D) as a webcam. All you need is the correct USB cable, the correct software and a compatible application. There are some things you need to look out for to make sure it all works smoothly. This post will guide you through each of the above so …

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Can You Charge A Canon EOS Rebel T6 (1300D) Through USB?

If you’re wondering how to charge the Canon Rebel T6 (also known as the 1300D or KISS X80) with a USB then this is the post for you. 💡 Summary: Why You Can’t Do USB Charging You can’t do USB charging on the Rebel T6 because the USB port on the Canon Rebel T6 is …

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Can You Charge A Canon EOS Rebel T7 (2000D) Through USB?

If you’re wondering how to charge the Canon Rebel T7 (also known as the 2000D, KISS X90 or 1500D) with a USB then this is the post for you. Unfortunately you cannot charge a Canon Rebel T7 through the USB port on the camera. 

Solved – Why Is My Canon EOS Camera ‘Busy’?

This article can apply to a variety of Canon DSLR and mirrorless cameras including the Rebel T7, Rebel T3, 80D , 6D, 7D, M50 and many others.  If your Canon EOS camera keeps saying it is ‘busy’ then there are a few different things that could be causing an issue.  The main reasons will relate …

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42 Guatemala Photo Captions For Instagram – Puns & Short Captions

If you have stunning photographs from your time in Guatemala, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. Your beautiful photographs deserve the best Instagram captions. This list contains the best Instagram captions for Guatemala including puns, short captions and more. Pick your favorite Guatemala Instagram caption from the list below. Guatemala is …

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53 Maui Photo Captions For Instagram – Puns, Quotes & Short Captions

If you have stunning photographs from your time in Maui, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. Your beautiful photographs deserve the best Instagram captions. This list contains the best Instagram captions for Maui including Maui quotes, Maui puns and more. Pick your favorite Maui Instagram caption from the list below. Best …

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30+ White House Photo Captions For Instagram – Puns, Quotes & Short Captions

If you have stunning photographs from your time visiting the White House, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. Your beautiful photographs deserve the best Instagram captions. This list contains the best Instagram captions for the White House including White House quotes, White House puns and more. Pick your favorite White House …

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42 Curacao Photo Captions For Instagram – Puns, Quotes & Short Captions

If you have stunning photographs from your time in Curacao, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. Your beautiful photographs deserve the best Instagram captions. This list contains the best Instagram captions for Curacao including Curacao quotes, Curacao puns and more. Pick your favorite Curacao Instagram caption from the list below. Whether …

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52 Barbados Photo Captions For Instagram – Puns, Quotes & Short Captions

If you have stunning photographs from your time in Barbados, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. This list contains the best Instagram captions for Barbados including Barbados quotes, Barbados puns and more. Pick your favorite Barbados Instagram caption from the list below. Whether your photos are of Bridgetown, Carlisle Bay or …

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63 Colombia Photo Captions For Instagram – Only The Best

If you have stunning photographs from your time in Colombia, I’m sure you’ll want to show them off on Instagram. This list contains the best Instagram captions for Colombia including Colombia quotes, Columbia puns and more. Pick your favorite Colombia Instagram caption from the list below. Whether your photos are of Bogota, Medellin or Cali, …

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Can You Use Nikon F Mount Lenses On Mirrorless Nikon Z Mount Cameras?

With the rise in popularity of mirrorless cameras, many people are looking to make the move from Nikon DSLRs to Nikon mirrorless cameras.  By making this change you might be wondering ‘Can I still use my old Nikon lenses on a newer Nikon mirrorless camera?’.  💡 The short answer is:  Yes, you can use Nikon …

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How to Use the Nikon Z 6II as a USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon Z 6II as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Nikon Z 6II as a webcam using a USB cable.  This is how to use your Nikon Z6 II as a USB Webcam. This post will go through the above steps in …

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How to Use the Nikon Z50 as a USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon Z50 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Nikon Z50 as a webcam using a USB cable.  Here’s how to use your Nikon Z50 as a USB webcam In this post I’ll go through the above steps in detail and teach …

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How to Use the Nikon D850 as a USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon D850 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! Here’s how to use your Nikon D850 as a USB webcam: This method allows you to use the Nikon D850 as a webcam for free (if you have the right cable) without a capture card. I’ll take …

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How to Use The Nikon Z 7II As A HDMI Webcam?

There’s two methods of using the Nikon Z 7II as a webcam… This post shows you the best method of using your Nikon Z7 II as a webcam. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, I’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarise, here’s how …

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How to Use The Nikon Z6 II As A HDMI Webcam – Guide

This post shows you the best way to use your Nikon Z6 II as a webcam. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, I’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarise, here’s how to use your Nikon Z6 II as a webcam using a capture …

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How to Use The Nikon Z50 As A HDMI Webcam

There’s two methods of using the Nikon Z50 as a webcam… This post shows you the method which achieves the best quality using your Nikon Z50. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarize, here’s how to use …

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How to Use The Nikon D850 As A HDMI Webcam?

This post shows you the method which achieves the best quality webcam footage using your Nikon D850. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry I’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarize, the set-up I recommend is as follows: This post will guide you through …

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How To Use The Panasonic Lumix S5 As A HDMI Webcam?

There are two methods to using the Panasonic LUMIX S5 (DC-S5) as a webcam… This post shows you the method that gets you the best webcam quality using your Panasonic Lumix S5. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry I’ll tell you how to do it easily. …

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Can I Use The Panasonic Lumix G7 As A Webcam?

Yes, you can use the Panasonic Lumix G7 (also known as the DMC-G7) as a webcam and for live streaming, but you will need the right accessories to make this possible. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software… Here’s the best way to use your Panasonic G7 as a webcam: …

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Can I Use The Panasonic Lumix G95 As A Webcam?

Yes, you can use the Panasonic Lumix G95 as a webcam and for live streaming, but you will need the right accessories to make this possible. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software… To summarize, here’s the best way to use your Panasonic G95 as a webcam: This post will …

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Best Way to Use Sony A7 III as a Webcam – USB VS HDMI

From at-home zoom calls to live streaming on Twitch, there are plenty of situations where a high quality webcam is needed.  Luckily you can use your Sony a7 III (also known as the ILCE-7M3) as a high quality webcam to level up your footage.   You can use the Sony a7 III as a USB webcam …

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How Do I Use My Sony A7 III as a HDMI Webcam?

To summarize, this is how to use your Sony A7 III as a webcam using a HDMI output and a capture card: This post will guide you through the above steps in further detail so you know how to use your Sony a7 III as a webcam with a capture card. It will also provide …

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Can I Use The Sony a6400 as a USB Webcam?

Yes, you can use your Sony a6400 (also known as the ILCE-6400) as a webcam using a USB cable and the Imaging Edge Webcam software.  To use your Sony a6400 as a USB webcam, do the following: If you want more details and step by step instructions on how to use your sony a6400 as …

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Can I Use The Sony a6600 as a USB Webcam?

Yes, you can use your Sony a6600 (also known as the ILCE-6600) as a webcam using a USB cable and Imaging Edge Webcam.  All you need to do is: That’s all! If you want more details and step by step instructions on how to use your sony a6600 as a USB webcam then read on. …

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Does The Sony a6000 Work With Imaging Edge Webcam?

💡 While the Sony a6000 is a very popular mirrorless camera, unfortunately it does not work with the Imaging Edge Webcam software.  Luckily there are other ways to use the Sony a6000 as a webcam. Other Ways to Use The Sony a6000 as a Webcam If you do want to use your Sony a6000 as …

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Can I Use The Sony A7 IV as a USB Webcam?

Yes, you can use your Sony A7 IV (also known as the ILCE-7M4) as a webcam using a USB cable.  Here’s how you achieve high quality video by using your Sony A7 IV as a USB webcam: That’s it! Read on if you want the finer details and step by step instructions of how to …

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Can I Use the Canon EOS R5 as a USB Webcam?

Yes, you can use your Canon EOS R5 as a webcam using a USB cable.  Here’s a quick summary of this post: All you need to do to use your Canon EOS R5 as a USB webcam is: The free version of Canon EOS Webcam Utility Pro gives you up to 720p (digitally upscaled) resolution. …

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How Do I Use My Canon EOS RP as a HDMI Webcam?

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It’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software, but it is the best way to use your EOS RP as a webcam. To summarise, the set-up I recommend is as follows: I’ll show you how to do the above steps in detail and provide you with helpful tips to make sure you …

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How to Use the Canon EOS RP as a USB Webcam?

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If you’re wondering “Can I use the Canon EOS RP as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Canon EOS RP as a webcam using a USB cable.  Here’s a quick summary: And hey presto you have a high quality webcam using your Canon EOS RP. Note: The Canon EOS …

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73+ Wedding Photography Captions and Quotes for Instagram

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If you’re a wedding photographer or you’ve just received all your photos from your wedding, then you’re bound to have stunning photos. And you’re going to want to post these to Instagram or Facebook or whatever else you use. To save you the trouble of thinking up a caption yourself, I’ve put together this list …

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How Do I Use My Canon EOS R as a HDMI Webcam?

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It’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  To summarise, this is how you use your Canon EOS R as a webcam with HDMI output: This post will guide you through the above steps in further detail and provide you with helpful tips to make sure you get the most out of …

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Can I Use the Canon EOS R as a USB Webcam?

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💡 Yes, you can use your Canon EOS R as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: Just to let you know, the ‘EOS Webcam Utility Pro’ used to be called ‘EOS Webcam Utility’ (without the “pro”). So I’ll probably use both of the terms interchangeably, just know that I’m talking about …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS 80D As A Webcam?

Yes, you can use your Canon EOS 80D as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: This is the best way to use the Canon EOS 80D as a webcam for live streaming because there is no clean HDMI on the Canon EOS 80D. Since there is no clean HDMI output on …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS Rebel T8i As A Webcam?

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Yes, you can use your Canon EOS Rebel T8i (also known as the Canon EOS 850D and the KISS X10i) as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: This method lets you use the Rebel T8i for live streaming by using it as a USB webcam. How Do I Use My Canon …

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Can You Use EF/EF-S Lenses On The Canon EOS M50 (and Mark II)?

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💡 All the information in this post applies to both the Canon EOS M50 and the newer Canon EOS M50 Mark II. While there’s a decent lineup of EF-M lenses to choose from, they’re not as extensive as Canon’s range of EF/EF-S lenses.   And with the rise of mirrorless cameras, more and more people are …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS Rebel T100 (4000D) As A Webcam?

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Yes, you can use your Canon EOS Rebel T100 (also known as the EOS 4000D) as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: This is the best way to use your Canon Rebel T100 for streaming. How Do I Use My Canon EOS Rebel T100 as a Webcam? To use your Canon …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS M50 Mark II as a USB Webcam?

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💡 Summary: Yes, you can use your Canon EOS M50 Mark II as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: Please note: If you are looking for instructions for the original Canon EOS M50 and not the Mark II then please check out the post linked below. How Do I Use My …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS M50 as a Webcam?

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💡 Here’s a quick summary if you’re short on time. Yes, you can use your Canon EOS M50 as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: This will let you use your Canon EOS M50 as a webcam on your Mac or Windows device for video calls, live streaming, or just recording …

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Can I Use The Panasonic Lumix G85 As A Webcam + Live Streaming?

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Yes, you can use the Panasonic Lumix G85 as a webcam and for live streaming, but you will need the right accessories to make this possible. It’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  To summarise, the set-up I recommend is as follows: This post will guide you through the above steps …

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Does The Panasonic G85 Have A Recording Limit?

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The Panasonic G85 (Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85) is a mirrorless camera which makes up part of Panasonic’s G series of cameras. ⏱ Here’s a quick overview of everything you need to know: If you are looking for the GX85 and not the G85 then check out the post linked below: As I said, there are no …

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Does The Panasonic Lumix GX85 Have A Recording Limit?

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The Panasonic GX85 (LUMIX DMC-GX85) is a mirrorless camera which makes up part of Panasonic’s GX series of cameras. There are recording limits for the GX85, but these depend on the settings that you are using when recording as well as some other factors. Here’s a quick rundown: If you are looking for the G85 …

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Why Does My Canon G7X Mark III Stop Recording?

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There are recording time limits set for the Canon G7X Mark III (2019 model), but there are also specific things you can do to avoid your recordings stopping prematurely. If your Canon G7X Mark III keeps turning off unexpectedly then this post should help you. 💡 Here’s a quick summary if you’re short on time: …

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What Camera Gear Does Eva zu Beck Use In 2023?

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Below is a quick summary table of the travel vlogging equipment that Eva zu Beck uses. If you want more details you can read on below.  You can click on the product links to check the current price and availability on Amazon. Type of Gear Product Current Vlogging Camera Sony A7iii Lens for Vlogging Camera …

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Does the Sony ZV-1 Have a Recording Time Limit?

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Yes, the Sony ZV-1 has different recording time limits depending on the settings used.  💡 In Summary: Normally the Sony ZV-1 can continuously record for about 13 hours, but if you are recording in 4K there’s a default recording limit of 5 minutes. You can turn off this 5-minute 4K recording limit, and I’ve achieved …

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Why Does My Canon G7X Mark II Stop Recording?

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There are recording time limits set for the Canon G7X Mark II, but there are also specific things you can do to avoid your recordings stopping prematurely. If your Canon G7X Mark II keeps turning off then this post will help you. 💡 Here’s a quick summary if you’re short on time: There are differences …

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23 Street Photography Quotes For Instagram Captions

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If you’re a street photographer then you’re bound to have lots of stunning photos that you’ll want to post to Instagram. To save you the trouble of thinking up a caption yourself, I’ve put together this list of the best quotes about street photography from some of the most famous photographers around. Just copy and …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS Rebel T7 As A Webcam?

To use your Canon Rebel T7 as a webcam you will need to: Have the right USB cable – IFC-400PCU USB cable
Have the Canon EOS Webcam Utility software
Have a compatible application to use such as Zoom, Skype or Microsoft Teams.

What Camera Gear Does Claudia Sulewski Use In 2023?

Claudia Sulewski is known for her beauty and lifestyle videos on YouTube where she has gained over 2.4 million subscribers at the time of publishing this post. She also has a large Instagram following with over 2 million followers. If you want to follow her example and create videos like her then read on to …

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What Camera Gear Does Chris Burkard (@chrisburkard) Use In 2023?

Chris Burkard is an award winning photographer and videographer and is especially known for their outdoor adventure and landscape work.  To cut to the chase his go-to camera is the Sony A7RIV for most of his work. He creates outstanding pieces of visual work and he has gained over 3.9 million followers on Instagram in …

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What Camera Gear Does Big Jet TV Use In 2023?

Big Jet TV is known for their aviation videos on YouTube where they have gained over 300,000 subscribers since uploading their first video on their YouTube channel in 2017. The videos they create require high quality equipment to be able to capture all the shots necessary to get the best footage of planes taking off. …

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What Camera Gear Does Bestdressed Use In 2022?

Ashley from the Bestdressed channel is known for their videos on YouTube where they have gained over 3 million subscribers. Her YouTube videos focus on fashion and lifestyle and they’ve also gained over 1.6 million followers on Instagram too. If you want to follow their example and use the same gear then read on to …

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What Camera Gear Does Simon Wilson Use in 2023?

Simon Wilson started his channel with just his iPhone and some cheap accessories, but now he has over 940,000 subscribers on YouTube so he’s got the budget to improve his camera gear.  Even with this many subscribers he still keeps it fairly simple as far as camera gear goes and uses gear which is more …

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What Camera Gear Does Harald Baldr Use in 2023?

Harald Baldr is a YouTuber with over 2 million subscribers who is known for his travel videos with minimal editing. If you’ve watched Bald and Bankrupt you might have also seen Harald as he features in a lot of Bald and Bankrupt’s videos.  Harald has built up his following using a very affordable and small …

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What Camera Setup Does Bald And Bankrupt Use In 2023?

Bald and bankrupt also known as (Mr.Bald or Mister Bald to some of his fans) has amassed over 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube. This is a staggering amount of growth, since he only posted his first video in 2018. The man behind Bald and Bankrupt is Benjamin Rich and he’s a great example of how …

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What Camera Gear Does Kai Boettcher (@kai.boet) Use In 2023?

What Camera Does @kai.boet Use?  If you’re a Sony fan then you’ll be happy because Kai uses a Sony A7R II for his amazing portraits. The Sony A7R II is a full frame Sony mirrorless camera so if you are looking to buy it, then make sure you either already have compatible lenses or that …

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What Is Frames Per Second (FPS) in Photography?

💡 Frames per second (FPS) in photography describes how fast a camera can take consecutive images in quick succession. For example, if the camera has a FPS of 12 FPS then that means the camera can theoretically take 12 pictures per second.  A photographer may see this as a selling point if they are likely …

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What Does ‘Blown Out’ Mean in Photography?

The term ‘blown out’ in photography is used when people are referring to a part of an image which does not retain any detail and instead just shows up as a glaring plain white spot. This happens when the blown out area is too bright compared to the rest of the image and the camera …

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Canon EF-S to EF Lens Conversion Chart

If you have a Canon crop sensor camera like a Canon 70D or Canon 90D, then you might be aware that there is a crop factor applied to all the lenses that you use on it.  You can use both EF-S lenses as well as EF lenses on Canon DSLRs with the EF-S mount. With …

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How Can I Trigger Multiple Cameras To Fire Simultaneously?

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Sometimes one camera just isn’t enough and there are special situations where you would want to trigger more than one camera at the same time. It can be complicated, but in this post I’ll describe one of the best ways to control multiple cameras at once. In short, I recommend using an Esper Triggerbox as …

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Can I Use A Canon Speedlite Flash With A SONY A7 Series Camera

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With the popularity of Sony’s mirrorless cameras, a lot of lifelong Canon users may be making the switch to Sony. If you are one of these people you may be wondering if all of your current Canon flashes can be used on your new Sony mirrorless cameras.  Summary: The first thing to consider is if …

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What Is The Difference Between E-TTL And TTL Flash?

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TTL is a term which describes light metering done ‘through the lens’ of the camera and different camera brands have come up with their own ways of using TTL for an automatic flash system.  In the old days of film cameras, TTL flash worked by measuring the amount of light hitting the actual film during …

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How Long Do DSLR Camera Bodies Last?

Here’s a quick summary: Do DSLR cameras wear out from normal use?  I guess the first question on your mind is probably do cameras actually wear out. After all they’re not cheap right? So surely they need to last. But exactly how long do they last and do they actually wear out? Well the short …

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Nikon DX to FX Lens Conversion Chart

If you have a Nikon crop sensor camera then you might be aware that there is a crop factor applied to all the lenses that you use on it.  You can use both DX lenses as well as FX lenses on Nikon crop sensor DSLRs and the crop factor will be the same either way. …

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How To Mount A Camera For Overhead Food Photography Without A Tripod

Shooting overhead photography means you will probably want something which is perfectly level and this results in you needing to mount your camera overhead. One of the best ways to do this is by mounting a camera to a c-stand. Things you’ll need: To attach your camera to a c-stand you’ll need these things. Accessories Choose …

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What Is The Zoom Setting For On A Speedlight / Speedlite Flash?

The flash zoom setting on speedlights can confuse a lot of people and there are a few things to consider to make sure you’re using it correctly.  Let’s go through the important things that you need to know and make sure that speedlight zoom is explained. Summary of flash zoom settings: What Is The Flash …

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Why Do Black Spots Appear On Photos From My DSLR

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If you have a digital camera like a DSLR you might one day be taking photos and notice that there are black spots that show up in every picture. If you’re new to taking photos with a camera like a DSLR or mirrorless camera you might just put it down to a bad camera – …

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Why Do I Look Better In A Mirror Than I Do In Pictures ?

You see a picture of yourself and you just know that something is off and you feel like you don’t look your best. But then you look in the mirror and you think you look fine. You think ‘Is the mirror or camera more accurate?’… So, why is that? Why do your friends think you …

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Maximum Flash Sync Speed For Common DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras

Sometimes when you are using flash in your photography you may need to know the maximum sync speed for your camera. 💡 In general the most common maximum sync speed (x-sync speed) is 1/200 seconds. A fair amount of cameras also have a max sync speed of 1/250 seconds and 1/180 seconds. Maximum sync speed …

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Substitutes That Look Like Alcoholic Drinks For Photos

In food photography, there may be times where you want to take pictures of alcoholic drinks. Unfortunately, alcohol content will always drive up the price of a drink and as such, the price of your shoot.  If you’re on a budget and want some options to use as stand-ins for alcoholic drinks, then you can use …

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How To Use A Speedlight Flash To Freeze Motion

Pretty much anybody who gets into photography has probably wondered how to photograph action shots and freeze motion as if it is stuck in time. An example would be in splash photography where you can capture the splash in detail and freeze the motion of it within the image. Most people may assume that the …

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What You Need To Know About Fake Ice For Food Photography

Fake ice is a staple in many beverage photographers’ kits and in this post I go through why you might want to use fake ice in your drinks photography as well as some of the options you have. Why Should You Use Fake Ice In Drinks Photography? First of all why should you consider using …

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How To Upload High Quality Photos To Instagram

This post will show you how to optimise your export settings so you can achieve high quality Instagram posts.  You take these amazing pictures on your camera, edit them to look even better and you can’t wait to post it on Instagram to start racking up the likes and shares.  BUT then you do upload …

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