

The setup process is remarkably easy, though we did run into a couple snags that were easily sorted. We tested the EOS Webcam Utility with our Canon EOS 80D and Canon Rebel SL2 DSLR’s and were impressed with the results. No other hardware is required, but you probably do want a tripod. This is typically a Mini-USB or USB-C cable, depending on the camera model. Some cameras can provide HDMI out, but the signal is not “clean” which means screen overlays and menus cannot be disabled.īy contrast, the EOS Webcam Utility requires only a supported camera model and a USB cable to connect it to your computer. Still, they do provide the highest-quality option for cameras that can provide a “Clean HDMI-out” signal. These capture cards can be pricey – into the hundreds of dollars – and are currently in short supply. Many streamers already leverage these cameras using an HDMI capture card. The idea of using a DSLR or mirrorless camera as a webcam is certainly nothing new. Canon has released a free EOS Webcam Utility which allows many of its cameras to function as plug-and-play USB webcams on Windows computers.

If you are searching for a webcam upgrade to boost your Zoom or other video conferencing quality, you may already have it.
