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spilette - Jun 10, 2005 - 7:09 pm

Hello,

Hi I have a G4 powerpook. Can I use my sony digital camera (DSC-70) as a webcam. If yes, which software do I need to get.
Thanks

Saxphile - Jun 11, 2005 - 4:32 am

Hi Xavier,

In short, no. Since digital cameras only support transfer of static photos over USB, it won't work. If budget is not a constraint, iSight really is better than most webcams out there. If you have a DV, you can plug it in via Firewire and it'll work, too. For low budget solutions, see here:

http://webcam-osx.sourceforge.net/

or

http://www.ioxperts.com/products/webcamx.html

Let me know if you need more information.

Charlie


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