Nikon released new software that transforms your DSLR camera into a webcam that you can use on Macs and PCs.
The coronavirus pandemic forced schools, businesses, and even government offices to modify the way they conduct their affairs. Some businesses advised their employees to just work from home, and in the case of schools, several have opted for the online method of instructions. In many of these cases, a webcam and a computer are needed. Today, Nikon has announced that you no longer need to buy a separate webcam for your video conferencing needs as you can transform your DSLR or mirrorless cameras into webcams for our PCs or Macs using software that Nikon recently released.
Using the Nikon Webcam Utility Software, you can connect your Nikon DSLR camera to your computer through its USB connection and use it as a webcam. This way, you no longer have to go out and buy a separate webcam for the Mac or PC that you are using for your video conferencing needs.
Best of all, using your DSLR camera as a webcam ensures that you stream high-quality images that are way better than most webcams in the market today. Even front cameras that are built into most laptops and powerbooks are only capable of resolutions from 480p to 720p maximum. They are no match for the clarity, crispness, and vividness that a DSLR-turned-webcam, with help from the Nikon Webcam Utility Software, offers.
You can now use your Nikon DSLR or mirrorless camera as a webcamhttps://t.co/2oUJHWRMQp pic.twitter.com/N7TwqR4qUz — Gadgets 360 (@Gadgets360) November 5, 2020
Another great thing about transforming your DSLR camera into a webcam with the help of the Nikon Webcam Utility Software is you can always unhook it from your Mac or PC and use it again as a regular camera. In a way, you will have two high-quality cameras in one DSLR device. All you need to do is to install the software from Nikon and then connect your compatible device to the computer. The camera and software setup works with many video conferencing services including Google Meet, Zoom, and many more.
@NikonUSA is anything like the EOS Webcam Utility also planned for Nikon-DSLR/Mirrorless-Cameras? There are Third-Party-Solutions, but having official support for this use-case seems to be a great opportunity. — Volker Mauel (@VolkerMauel) June 4, 2020
You can download the Nikon Webcam Utility Software for free from the official Nikon download center. It is also highly recommended you download its installation instructions and documentation. Make sure to read the precautions and description before installing and using it on your Mac or PC. After installing the Nikon Webcam Utility Software on your Mac or PC, you can connect your compatible DSLR camera and enjoy superior image quality when videoconferencing, gaming, or streaming live.
Compatible cameras include the Nikon Z 7II, Z 7, Z 6II, Z 6, Z 5, and Z 50 models. You can also use Nikon D6, D5, D850, D810, D780, D750, D500, D7500, D7200 D5600, D5500, D5300, and D3500 cameras. If you are using a Mac, your device needs to run on macOS High Sierra or higher. On PCs, you need to have a machine running Windows 10.
