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Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Nevets — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:11:03 GMT

I'm trying to use the SX530 HS as a webcam. I have a Magewell USB Capture Plus converter and when I plug in the HDMI from the camera in the camera mode it displays no signal. If I am in the view photos mode it will display ok. How do I get it to display in the camera mode? I have ordered the USB mini B but have not received it. yet.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

rs-eos — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:57:02 GMT

This has become quite a common question recently. The answer though is you can't use cameras as web cams.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Waddizzle — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:33:03 GMT

@Nevets wrote:
I'm trying to use the SX530 HS as a webcam. I have a Magewell USB Capture Plus converter and when I plug in the HDMI from the camera in the camera mode it displays no signal. If I am in the view photos mode it will display ok. How do I get it to display in the camera mode? I have ordered the USB mini B but have not received it. yet.

You cannot use your camera as a web cam via USB. The computer's OS sees a mass storage device, not a camera.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Nevets — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 19:39:59 GMT

I am using a video capture device. You plug in the cameras HDMI output into the device and performs its magic and outputs a video input via usb3 to the computer. Then when you open skype or zoom and select The "USB Capture HDMI" the input from your camera is used as a webcam. It's pretty slick if you have the right DSLR. It's looking like I have the wrong camera but I want to make sure I'm not missing something.

There are numerous youtube videos on this subject. Just do a youtube for using your DSLR camera as a webcam with a capture device.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Waddizzle — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 20:34:36 GMT

"It's pretty slick if you have the right DSLR. It's looking like I have the wrong camera but I want to make sure I'm not missing something."

Yes, you may need a real DSLR.. If putting your camera into video mode does not provide what you need on the HDMI output, then you may have the wrong camera.

[EDIT]. But, even a DSLR is not the correct camera for use as a web cam. Dash cameras and camcorders work better. Even better, use an actual web cam.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

BluesMessiah — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 21:37:11 GMT

Did you ever figure this out? I've watched a few of these videos and they look like you just plug it into the adapter and power it on and you're set, but I can only view pictures I've already taken, not use the camera as a video source.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Pastorhjk — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 13:48:18 GMT

I'm not sure if you found a solution to this yet. I have the same camera and was trying to do the same with my Elgato Capture device. After searching I found this artical --> https://www.techwalla.com/articles/how-to-make-a-canon-powershot-into-a-webcam Just mabe it works for you. I will try it when I get off of work. Lets compare notes.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Tollgate01Pro — Sun, 04 Oct 2020 02:56:07 GMT

Did your solution work? I am having the exact same problem. Any help would be appreciated.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Revontheus — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 23:46:46 GMT

Hello there. I am wondering the same thing. I have the same camera, and was debating using it as a streaming camera instead of my webcam. Perhaps the autofocus will provide extra clarity. Did you ever come to any conclusion?

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

Pastorhjk — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 02:46:56 GMT

We to everyone’s question. I’ve tried all avenues and could not get the powershot to work. Not even on my TV using the HDMI out. So I have abandoned the idea and upgraded to a real DSLR EOS M50 Mirrorless which work right out the box. I know that’s not what you all wanted to here. I pray someone finds the solution as I still have that camera and would like to added it to the ministry.

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

SirAlguien — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:44:12 GMT

Hi,

I already set up everything for use this camera as a web cam, but guess I am also trapped. Is there anything else new we can do? Thank you!

Re: Powershot SX530 HS as a webcam

benjkee123 — Sat, 19 Dec 2020 01:38:49 GMT

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