Re: What webcam has zoom with a remote?
Thanks Melonier, but in that article I dont see any mention of a remote control option? It was only mentioned for the Bcc Confereance Cam. Does this mean that the pan and tilt can be operated through software or is there a physical remote it comes with?
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Melonie
Indeed Logitech now has the C930e 'business' webcam available. It's basically a C920 with the addition of a remote controlled 'digital' pan and tilt. The remote control can also implement 4x 'digital' zoom. Review at
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2423466,00.asp
Generally speaking, like the C920 ( and unlike the C910 and other Logitech webcams ) the C930 has pre-programmed built-in H264 encoding via a dedicated chip inside the camera ... which allows for higher bandwidth through a USB 2.0 port, but which makes adjustments to compression ratio and other compression parameters impossible. Like the C920 it has a 'real' Zeiss camera lens. But also like the C920 it makes use of automatic focus and light adjustments ( although the algorithms are supposedly improved ).
In regard to the 'digital' pan, e zoom and tilt, all of these are accomplished without actually repositioning the camera or actually adjusting the mechanical focal length of the lens ( the way a Sony EVI camera does, using small remote controlled motors ). Instead the 'digital' algorithm 'throws away' pixels to simulate pan, zoom, and tilt ... with degradation of video quality being an unavoidable side effect.
IMHO this is a great deal for a 'consumer grade' webcam. However, in truth, it isn't in the same league as the Sony EVI or a good HD camcorder paired with a good HD video capture card. Nor is it in the same league as a USB 3.0 compatible camera ( like the Point Grey Flea 3 ) which can implement 'digital' simulated pan, zoom and tilt and still have enough pixels left to produce true HD resolution. Of course, the C930 only costs a small fraction of any of the 'professional' grade options.
Logitech has also gone one step further and introduced the BCC950 webcam. Review at
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2407523,00.asp
In a nutshell, the BCC950 does away with 'digital' pan and tilt, in favor of actually repositioning the camera via tiny motors moving the camera stem. However, the zoom function still appears to be 'digital' i.e. throwing away pixels. Built-in fixed parameter H264 encoding, automatic focus and light level control etc. all appear to be the same as the C930. IMHO the major price increase to upgrade from the C930 to the BCC950 raises the question as to whether the end result is 'improved enough' to justify the significantly higher price tag ... given that the BCC950 costs a significant fraction of the 'professional' grade options.
Re: What webcam has zoom with a remote?
just like the c920 MOUSE IT BB
I want the BCCConferncecam.. I want to see one in action
Re: What webcam has zoom with a remote?
marketing video for the BCC950 at
and yes, only the BCC950 comes with a separate hand-held wireless remote control.
Re: What webcam has zoom with a remote?
I love my conference cam. Its my favorite...but there are no replacement parts. If you drop and break the orbit piece, oh well. They are very durable. Have dropped mine twice in the year I've had it and it works fine. I just get a bit antsy thinking about a worse case scenario. Once I lost the remote for a few days. It was in my laundry. Was about to put my blankets in the wash and it tumbled out. Thank goodness! But if that broke oh well. No replacement part for that remote. Also Im not sure what kind of battery the remote takes? I'm pretty sure that after a year the slow response I've been seeing lately is do to the battery starting to die. Im gonna take it to a repair shop so than can pop it open and see for me.
Re: What webcam has zoom with a remote?
I worry about clarity .. some cam rooms scare me. Hello 1998! lol
WebCam with remote control??
First post!! hello!
I see women webcamming with a remote control for their webcam... or maybe video camera?? Yet I google for something that might be compatible with my webcam and nothing comes up! Also I can't really find anything solid on other webcams that come stock with remotes??
Where do I get these?!
Thanks in advance!
Re: WebCam with remote control??
I think most of the girls you see are probably using the Logitech BCC950. There's also the Sony Evi-D100 and Sony Evi-hd1 (checkout Amazon and Ebay for cheaper prices). If you want to use a camcorder as a webcam and have it pan/tilt then there's the trackerpod. You might also want to check out this thread....What webcam has zoom with a remote?
Re: WebCam with remote control??
Yes, most are using the Logitech BCC950 (eyeball on a stick) They are pricy, but I got mine for about $130. If you are using a desktop, I've heard you can use a capture card and camcorder. I'm not that techy and I use a laptop, but I know its more expensive to go that route.
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ClassyCara
Yes, most are using the Logitech BCC950 (eyeball on a stick) They are pricy, but I got mine for about $130. If you are using a desktop, I've heard you can use a capture card and camcorder. I'm not that techy and I use a laptop, but I know its more expensive to go that route.
That is correct. If you want to use a camcorder or one of Sony's Evi's you will need a capture card or capture card device. But you can use a capture card with a desktop or laptop. I'm not sure if you can install a capture card on a laptop but I know you can on a desktop. You will need a capture card device like the "dazzle hd capture device" or "StarTech SVID2USB2NS capture device" for a laptop.
Re: Handicam with a remote
If you are referring to the Sony Handycam certain models come with a remote control in the box. I have the Sony - HC62 it came with a remote control.
There are two type of logitech confernece cams that come with a remote control.
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I use the Logitech BCC950. It comes with a remote, is easy to use, and has great quality. It can get pricey, but if you know where to look (ebay, amazon, etc.) you can usually get it for MUCH cheaper!
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I actually meant any camcorder)) They allow optical zoom and I also heard they are less demanding as it comes to lighting. The studio I worked at used camcorders, but I don't remember what models they were, and they were really old so I'm not even sure they sell them anymore.
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Sunnylexie
I actually meant any camcorder)) They allow optical zoom and I also heard they are less demanding as it comes to lighting. The studio I worked at used camcorders, but I don't remember what models they were, and they were really old so I'm not even sure they sell them anymore.
Oh, I use a laptop so for me to be able to use a camcorder would take a lot! My cam zooms and pans just as any camcorder would so I'm happy. If I had a desktop I'd think about it.
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ClassyCara
Oh, I use a laptop so for me to be able to use a camcorder would take a lot! My cam zooms and pans just as any camcorder would so I'm happy. If I had a desktop I'd think about it.
I am currenty using a laptop and a camcorder it, it just a matter of how powerful your laptop is. the camcorder connects using a dazzle video capture usb plug and camera I mentioned already which one I am using. So with camcorders it's just a matter of how powerful your computer is, if your using a laptop it will connect with a usb capture card, and if your a desktop it can connect with usb or PCI graphic card.
I think with lighting and the type of webcams on the market now they are about the same.
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Sunnylexie
Does anyone here use a camcorder for camming and is it worth it? What cams are good for camming and are there any affordable remote-compatible ones?
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Sunnylexie
I actually meant any camcorder)) They allow optical zoom and I also heard they are less demanding as it comes to lighting. The studio I worked at used camcorders, but I don't remember what models they were, and they were really old so I'm not even sure they sell them anymore.
I've noticed that the camcorders that have remotes are usually like $700+ unless you get a used or older one. I've brought 3 used camera's from Amazon. I haven't had any problems with any of them, they're just like new.
I don't use a camcorder as a webcam, tried to but the camcorder I intended to use was old so the quality didn't turn out like I expected. I do use a Sony Evi (HD1) camera though. I got it off of Ebay for like 1/3 of the original price. I think you can pretty much get the same effect with a HD camcorder and a trackerpod.
To me it was worth it because its made doing shows alot easier. I love the quality and having a remote to zoom and move side to side is so much easier than moving my webcam all over the place or using the mouse to try an zoom in.
I think the best brands for camcorders are Canon and Sony. I think any model would be good as long as you research it first. I always look at reviews and watch youtube/vimeo test videos so that I know what kind of quality I can expect. You might also want to checkout this thread....>>What webcam has zoom with a remote?<<
moving/zooming camera....
Hi girls.
a question.... I currently model on streamate and am forever having issues over positioning my cam for now I usually just positing my cam on top of laptop
I have been watching a few of the top girls on streamate and have noticed their camera seems to move itself.... moving about and zooming in and out without model moving it....
the model I am watching right now for example does not seem to be in a studio but definitely looks as if she is working from home.
My question, does this always mean they are working from a studio or have someone operating their cam or are they using a different camera/settings? it just looks so much better/easier...
Re: moving/zooming camera....
I can only speak from my experiences with this, but I had a webcam once that had built in zoom/pan/tilt etc.
I paid nowhere near this much but this is the one I had, or a variation of this kind. I dont remember exactly.
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Quick...itech+orbit+af
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I have the BC950 conference cam
It takes some getting used to, but I love it. The battery in the remote has lasted me over a year. Sound quality is AWESOME. The color is a bit flat... but I think it's worth the investment!
I think there is a way you can connect a JVC cam with remote control and use that as a webcam, but it doesn't pan-tilt like the BC950
Re: moving/zooming camera....
Basically 2 options of doing it getting the logitech conference cams bc950 or the e3000. or buy a remote control pan and titl head for a tripod.
Getting one doesn't mean you will magically know where to posting your camera. I find myself moving it around more and more just to get the position right. it does help with in the private shows when guys want something zoomed and you can't really move that well.
Re: moving/zooming camera....
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minniesoporno
Basically 2 options of doing it getting the logitech conference cams bc950 or the e3000. or buy a remote control pan and titl head for a tripod.
Getting one doesn't mean you will magically know where to posting your camera. I find myself moving it around more and more just to get the position right. it does help with in the private shows when guys want something zoomed and you can't really move that well.
I didn't even know there was a such thing as a remote control head for a tripod. Thanks so much minnie!
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thanks so much for your help girls :) x
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You can also use a surveillance camera like the Sony EVI-100 but you'd need a video capture device. Or could also use a HD camcorder with a remote tripod head. Here's a similar thread if you're interested...What webcam has zoom with a remote?
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justanothercamgirl
I didn't even know there was a such thing as a remote control head for a tripod.
Here's a few....
http://www.trackercam.com/TCamWeb/productdes.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2TQXtN74-w
http://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Autom.../dp/B005MRXS78
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ldl6tepCurM
http://www.amazon.com/Bescor-MP101-V.../dp/B008T17W9O
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xBs41urc3s
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