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Webcam Utility Macbook Air M2

paulomsr — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:22:57 GMT

I've tried to use canon webcam utility with my new Macbook Air and it's not working. I've found a workaround using OBS but its not easy. With Zoom software the workaround is use Intel version but with other softwares I did not found a solution.

Environment
Macbook Air M2 - Monterrey 12.6 - Canon M200 and Canon 7D Mark II

Re: Webcam Utility Macbook Air M2

Waddizzle — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:03:27 GMT

I think the best solution for the Mac platform isn’t the EOS Webcam Utility from Canon. I would recommend an actual USB webcam. However, that would probably not be an improvement over whatever camera is built into the computer.

Or, you could use a DSLR or MILC camera body that has “Clean HDMI” output, which I know the 7D2 can do. Add an HDMI to USB adapter, and you should be good to do. I’m uncertain if “Clean HDMI” is officially supported on the M200.

Re: Webcam Utility Macbook Air M2

paulomsr — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:24:40 GMT

What HDMI to USBC adapter do you use? I have an USBC hub but it supports only HDMI output. I do need a HDMI video capture or just a cable? Thanks a lot

Re: Webcam Utility Macbook Air M2

Waddizzle — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 20:36:27 GMT

Canon cameras do not seem to agree with the use of a USB-C hub. Using one could be 100% of your problem, but I suspect the M2 chip is also a major issue. I am not familiar with what equipment you have in mind for HDMI to USB-C. Most of the cables that see cost $25 USD, or less.

I am not a fan of my Mac. I do not use it for connecting to anything except a wireless access point. Too much fiddle factor for my tastes, and everything keeps changing every other week or month.