Can My Digital Camera be a webcam?

Can you use a digital Camera as a webcam (cannon digital rebel xsi)?

  • Can you use a digital Camera as a webcam (cannon digital rebel xsi)? I have the cannon digital rebel but I do not own a webcam. I recently discovered oovoo which allows you to video conference with other people. I am not able to buy a webcam soon but I was wondering if the digital camera would work. If you know how can you provide me with a turorial or website Thanks!

  • Answer:

    Unlikely. You need a camera that spits out live video over a USB connection, which the xsi does not. You can pick up a webcam for less than $20 (http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-64L-00003-Lifecam-VX-1000/dp/B000GE9XQ2/ref=pd_bbs_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1239064565&sr=8-4) - I'd recommend you do that if you want to videoconference.

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