This might help with poor home internet connections. The GoPro webcam app sets the video to 1080p as standard, but you can switch it to 720p in the Preferences menu. Thanks to the wide view, facial detail is not really better but colour and dynamic range are. Video quality is much better than the average Windows laptop webcam, but is it better than a MacBook’s? My point of reference is an ageing 2015 MacBook Pro 13. This is why it’s particularly useful for chats with a family sat around the laptop, or for workouts where, say, a yoga teacher will check out your technique.
Its default is a very wide shot, much wider than the average webcam.
Right now you have no control over the field of view of your GoPro. New to Zoom? Check out our guides to one of the most popular video chat services.Choosing the GoPro cam in Zoom is easy Andrew Williams Zoom (v 5.0.5 and newer) and Zoom Chrome Extension.GoPro says that its Webcam utility should work with the following programs, many of which are on our list of the best video chat apps. Turn on the GoPro, and connect it to your PC via USB. Download the GoPro Webcam desktop utility and install the software on your computer.Ĥ. Join the Facebook group called GoPro Webcam Beta (A Facebook account required)ģ. Update your GoPro's firmware via the GoPro app (you can also do this manually)Ģ. At the moment, though, you can't adjust the field of view, which is pretty wide. If you have bandwidth issues, you can switch between 1080p (default) and 720p in the Preferences menu. You might also want to check out the best GoPro accessories for filters, clamps, and other add-ons to enhance your chat.ĥ. We also suggest investing in one of the best iPhone tripods to ensure your GoPro remains stable on your desk. Click on the icon, and select Show Preview to properly align the GoPro. If the connection is successful, you should see a small green dot on top of the GoPro icon in the status bar.Ĥ. GoPro says that a USB 3.0 port will provide enough power to the GoPro.ģ. Turn on the GoPro, and connect it to your Mac via USB. If it installed correctly, you should see a small GoPro icon in the status bar at the top of your screen.Ģ. Download and install the GoPro Webcam beta utility on your Mac.
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