This one was recommended by @Rossco01 Jason in a thread a while back. It’s in my wish list but I’ve not got one yet so I cannot give you my thoughts on it. I know it’s not a camera camera but I remember Jason saying it was very good.
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I’m using mirrorless Canon EOS M50 mk II. Can be turned into web cam as well with additional power kit. Default lenses are bit dark and work only with additional lighting set, brighter lenses will cost some extra penny but allow lower light environment.
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If you are no longer served by basic webcams, but not really ready for the DSLRs and mirrorless stuff try:
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I have an insta360 and I like it a lot. Reviews praise obsbot even more.
I use this for Teams meetings which works fine for me. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B084ZJFNKN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
@Stuartw @Pleasedodisturb @RadekSiechowicz Thank you all very much for the input. I’ll take a look at the options.
cheers,
Phil
My old webcam is blurry. A friend told me that most phone have better quality camera than entry level webcam nowadays.
For the people that want to try, the DroidCam OBS Camera app (Android or IOS) allows us to use our phone’s camera in OBS on the PC.
OBS saved the recorded file on my PC and it worked pretty well. 
I’ve also heard about people using OBS for the open mic, so I guess that it could work for open mic too.
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How about one of these?
I just saw this on one of the stands at an event I am attending. I hate to think how much they cost.
Cheers,
Keith
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Personally, I think the best option is to go with a mirrorless or good-quality bridge camera like a Panasonic Lumix. A DSLR is a good choice too but you will likely be paying more for a support system to accommodate the added weight.
Just to finish off this topic, in the end I went for something simple (but fairly expensive!) - the Obsbot Tiny 2. This is another webcam but is way better than my old Logitech one. I’ll be using it at the JG Open Mic this weekend - hopefully I’ll look a little less “in soft focus” all the time.
I think if I was seriously trying to build a youtube channel, I’d probably have invested in a mirrorless cam, but I think the Obsbot will be good enough for now.
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let us know how it turns out, kinda been thinkin about one myself. as mentioned above, the cam in my macbook isn’t so hot, fine for the occasional conf call but could stand to be a lot better.
My camera
Interesting little camera, looking forward to hearing about its performance.
This was a video I recorded with it on its next-to-lowest quality setting (wanted to keep the video size small)
I’m very happy with the performance so far
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Nice quality but a hefty price tag too although not as expensive as something like a gopro or full camera. Looking at the specs it looks like it’s a 4k camera max resolution so it’s going to be a lot better than most webcams but that said if you’ve recorded on lowest but one you’re recording at 1280x720 so not full HD. I’d say record at 1920x1080 for full HD. The size of the file shouldn’t be too large. I find 4K files just too damn big too be honest although the quality of the final video is outstanding.
Thanks Jason, I’ll try the next size up next time.
To facilitate my sessions of the the upcoming JustinGuitar Clubs I was considering the Zoom Q8
Anybody here in the Community has experiences of better alternatives?
I’m a long time Zoom user so the was my go-to brand
My plan is to use it in conjunction with the presenter mode and switch between webcam/external cam and presenter mode (share slide deck) via OBS
I’m not familiar with the Zoom Q8. But I recently got a Canon R50 to use to record videos and as a webcam. It’s great and has full mirrorless flexibility. Maybe something to consider?
I have a 9yo CANON EOS 100D that sees little use; could that one serve as streaming camera device? I’m afraid that, If it doesnt support “charing while operating”; the battery won’t last a whole show and it might even overheat?
The R50 has native webcam support - no software needed - looks like the 100D is supported by Canons Webcam Utility. EOS Webcam Utility | Canon Australia. I haven’t used it though.
I bought a thing called a dummy battery from Amazon for mine. A fake battery with AC adapter. My one works pretty well.
I’m no camera expert though. I got the idea for it after watching Justin’s latest studio tour and seeing his camera setup. I thought “what if…” and googled a bit and found some YouTube videos with setups.
@LievenDV
I’m looking to update and enhance my own setup. I came across this which seems a good fir for my needs, maybe yours.
1080P 60fps wideangle etc