Thanks man. Great video. Why was the A7RIV so much twitchier than what ever you were actually streaming with. The other cam is WAY better (what was it too).
Thanks for the video- I can confirm the Boardroom analogy. I do Commercial AV Design Engineering and I generally have to steer weekly design coordination calls with C-Level stakeholders and other leading contractors. Upgrading my camera noticeably changed the way I was perceived on these calls as I am from a younger generation and it can be difficult for people to view someone significantly younger as a point of authority or an expert when there is a lot of money on the line.
Great video. I didn't have the cable that came with the A7iv and used an off brand USB-C to USB-C cable and it worked. I like that I can skip connecting to an adapter for on the go events. You are not limited to using the cable that the camera came with.
Thank you, my brother, for the tutorial. I really enjoyed the suggestion of streaming in 720P 30FPS. I would've thought 1080P 30/60 would be the way to go. Can't wait to check out the next video.
Well there are a few ways of doing this. 1-Upgrade you internet to the fastest package 2-Use something like an Atem mini to do your encoding for you before you send out the broadcast 3-Invest in a really good computer that can handle higher picture quality.
I am using it but for long video sessions (many hours) i am still looking for a way to power the camera with AC power or charge the battery while in use because swapping batteries during a live session won't work. Do you have any recommendations that solve this problem?
I'm teaching online, and I need an excellent mirrorless camera. Will Sony A7 IV overheat if I stream for 5 hours straight at 1080p / 60 fps? Will it survive for 10 years if I stream for 5 hours daily?
Great video, thanks! For the a7IV - does the computer USB connection also provide power to the camera rather than draining the internal battery for longer sessions (e.g., several hours)? I also wonder about the possibility of using a longer USB cable because a new desktop computer I plan to use will be at a greater distance than the factory cable's length.
Did you ever find the answer to this? I have mine all connected up and message popped up " Battery Exhausted" and turned off. I though that having it connected meant it would be charged/powered by the cable.
I have a question, I don't know if you can help me? I have a sony a7iv. on the dial it has MP Auto 123 . when I memorize functions in 1 or 2 or 3 I can't change (f) iris. only in M that I can change.
I couldn't figure out why mine wasn't working until you pointed out using the official cable--thanks! I was even using a good USB 3 cable so it must be really picky
The more I watch your a7iv tutorials, the more I wanna go to Sony store right now😂 I wanna change my zv-e10 to a full frame camera because start traveling this year and vlogging camera is not the best for photography.
had to totaly reset initialize my camera, to get it to work, it was always greyed out. it kept saying what the problem was, but it was not. now ill start changing settings, and it will quit working. i hate this, about Sony Cameras. Best experience, turn usb power off, use a dummy battery, and leave the screen open, dont dual record unless you want a Crop if you select 1080p 60. Far easier to just use a capture card, in the end, and you can do 4K 60 if you buy the right one. any usb, is going to be 4K 30, none of them do 4K 60. buy the avermedia live gamer 4K Pcie Card or the Thunderbolt version, same device.
Hi, I'm using Sony A7iv as a webcam for zoom. I setting in Camera: - Shutdown Auto Turning off - Livestreaming USB But the Sony auto shutdown after 10 minutes in zoom. How can fix this?
Are you able to use the camera as a microphone/input device. I selected it in Zoom but don't get any audio in from the camera. I do see the audio monitors on the camera active.
I dont see "select when connect" I only have PC remote which is greyed out and I cant change it. I have gone through literally every menu trying to figure this out. Such bs Sony menus
Hello, wanted to ask you a question. I use my Sony a7 iv as a webcam for teams meetings and it turns off in about 25-30 minutes timeframe. What can I do to avoid that?
In other videos, I have heard that you can use a dummy battery ( a battery that you put in that's attached to an ac adapter and plugs into the wall ). Also when doing so, you can turn off USB Power Supply. I am going to give that a try to see if that works.
@@Kabelman For me, I think so! I bought the power adapter with the dummy battery. Also turned off USB Power Supply in the USB menu settings. I have yet to record with it, but I left it on as a webcam for over an hour with no heating issues AT ALL - which is why I think it was powering down.
@@ErichMillerTV thanks for the reply, how can I see that it's due to overheating? At 19 degrees room temperature I would assume that to be no issue. But I should maybe try.
@@Kabelman I never took the temperature of it but the body was very hot to the touch using battery only and having USB Power Supply enabled. Tested a couple more times with the same result.
If I know correctly, Usb streaming without software is only for sony A7 IV. For other high end Sony cameras you need to download software to use it as webcam. Software name (Imaging Edge Webcam, which can be found from Sony's website.
This was the ONLY video that actually helped! Thank you brotha!
Finally, nobody's been doing videos about this one feature that would be handy during the pandemic.
I heard a lot of people were asking about this so I thought I should just put something together.
@@TristanBarrocks jeee thanks
Excellent tutorial man.!! Very well put together 👍🏽
Thank you! I’m trying to learn how to live stream our church service with this camera. Hopeful now! Will try this out soon.
Thanks man. Great video. Why was the A7RIV so much twitchier than what ever you were actually streaming with. The other cam is WAY better (what was it too).
Thanks for the video- I can confirm the Boardroom analogy. I do Commercial AV Design Engineering and I generally have to steer weekly design coordination calls with C-Level stakeholders and other leading contractors. Upgrading my camera noticeably changed the way I was perceived on these calls as I am from a younger generation and it can be difficult for people to view someone significantly younger as a point of authority or an expert when there is a lot of money on the line.
Thank you so much for this video! Why is no one else talking about this?
Super grateful that you found this helpful.
Great video. I didn't have the cable that came with the A7iv and used an off brand USB-C to USB-C cable and it worked. I like that I can skip connecting to an adapter for on the go events.
You are not limited to using the cable that the camera came with.
Thank you so much man! I'll be having my first client call today using my A7IV and I'm so stoked! Haha
Nice, But A Cam Link 4k (Capture Card) Will Look Better Than The USB-C And You Can Shoot 4k 30 Or 60 I Believe
I haven't been able to get the camlink to connect
@@Jchris716 If you have a Mac you have to download the elgato camera hub
Love this video dude! Makes me want to finally buy the A7IV!
LOL, thanks for watching dude. Hope that you are well.
Super useful, you got me up and video chatting in great quality quickly. Thank you!
Great to hear!
Great video! How long have you livestreamed with it ? Great footage.
This video is great for newbies like us! Extremely helpful.
Thank you, my brother, for the tutorial. I really enjoyed the suggestion of streaming in 720P 30FPS. I would've thought 1080P 30/60 would be the way to go. Can't wait to check out the next video.
Glad to hear it! Honestly, there is not really a need to stream 1080 for everything. IT's nice but not always needed.
My camera isn't autofocusing on close up objects, how can i fix that?
Can one do this but w a tablet vs a laptop/ computer ?
Love this. I have an A6400 and live stream in 1080 with restream via Ecamm. How can I improve my stream quality?
Well there are a few ways of doing this.
1-Upgrade you internet to the fastest package
2-Use something like an Atem mini to do your encoding for you before you send out the broadcast
3-Invest in a really good computer that can handle higher picture quality.
Worked great man, thank you!
amazing video brother... short and to the point...
What mode did you set video to? Manual mode, auto mode…. S log
Does it charge while plugged in?
But how do I change the FPS? I feel like they're lower and even if I turn the shutter up it still looks bad.
Do i still need a capture card?
Awesome video, thank you ma man!!
I don’t get it I followed everything but my Mac isn’t showing the a7 in any webcam apps.
Hey sorry to hear this. Try to use a web streaming app like Facebook live or ecam live or stream yard
I am using it but for long video sessions (many hours) i am still looking for a way to power the camera with AC power or charge the battery while in use because swapping batteries during a live session won't work. Do you have any recommendations that solve this problem?
Same question
Get a dummy battery.
I'm teaching online, and I need an excellent mirrorless camera. Will Sony A7 IV overheat if I stream for 5 hours straight at 1080p / 60 fps? Will it survive for 10 years if I stream for 5 hours daily?
Great video, thanks! For the a7IV - does the computer USB connection also provide power to the camera rather than draining the internal battery for longer sessions (e.g., several hours)? I also wonder about the possibility of using a longer USB cable because a new desktop computer I plan to use will be at a greater distance than the factory cable's length.
Did you ever find the answer to this? I have mine all connected up and message popped up " Battery Exhausted" and turned off. I though that having it connected meant it would be charged/powered by the cable.
Thank you so much! Your video has charm for days!
Thanks so much for this great tutorial! Your channel intro is 🔥🔥🔥!
I have a question, I don't know if you can help me? I have a sony a7iv. on the dial it has MP Auto 123 . when I memorize functions in 1 or 2 or 3 I can't change (f) iris. only in M that I can change.
Great info bro & soon me & my wife going get our setup for our cooking show & TikTok Instagram Facebook. Also I just subscribed to channel.
The live video seemed choppy in your tutorial. Was that just because of the frame rate of your render or is it choppy like that live?
Is choppy. To have 1080 60 and a smooth image I prefer a hdmi capture card or USB.
I couldn't figure out why mine wasn't working until you pointed out using the official cable--thanks! I was even using a good USB 3 cable so it must be really picky
Glad to help!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great video! Hey, where did you get your cool neon sign?
Thanks for the help. Great video! Can you connect it to an iPad or iPhone or you limited to just the computer?
What about the mic, can you share what the mic set up you recommend for this combo?
The more I watch your a7iv tutorials, the more I wanna go to Sony store right now😂 I wanna change my zv-e10 to a full frame camera because start traveling this year and vlogging camera is not the best for photography.
When I'm using as a webcam, the battery is still depleting, is this avoidable?
Thank you this was a huge help and blessing! Cheers!
Thanks for this video! Was trying with Safair but unfortunately it doesn't support the A7 IV for live-streaming but got it working with Chrome!
thank you for the help!!
it works thanks man
Great content my man keep it up
Thank you 😊
You're welcome 😊
is there any different stream directly with the camera or camlink?
i have camlink before and now still thinking, should i sell my camlink?
for some program such as filmora x
i need to select PC remote mode rather than live streaming mode.
is it depend on what video program i do use??
Great video content.
Do have a link for your background neon light
bro is there any option for to use sony DSC-HX400v for live streaming
btw pls make a video for this model
THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!
Nice job explaining!
How long does the battery last while in webcam mode??
This was so helpful!
can you livestream from a phone using the a7iv as a webcam?
thanks a lot mate
Why does it have a camera lag, is that normal?
Is this also detectable as a device for obs?
Thank yooou so muuuuuch
Good tutorial.
Hi there
Why I have no audio in my live stream?
Good job..thanks
had to totaly reset initialize my camera, to get it to work, it was always greyed out. it kept saying what the problem was, but it was not. now ill start changing settings, and it will quit working. i hate this, about Sony Cameras. Best experience, turn usb power off, use a dummy battery, and leave the screen open, dont dual record unless you want a Crop if you select 1080p 60. Far easier to just use a capture card, in the end, and you can do 4K 60 if you buy the right one. any usb, is going to be 4K 30, none of them do 4K 60. buy the avermedia live gamer 4K Pcie Card or the Thunderbolt version, same device.
Can you do USB C to USB C?
I think I'm losing my mind but I'm pretty sure the USB cable that came with my kit is like 4" long, and I don't think I had a second longer cable.
Putain incroyable si je l'aurais su plutot je n'aurais pas acheté le camlink de elgato 😭! en tout cas merci pour ce tuto t'es un boss !
My a7iv battery dies extremely quick while streaming, any idea why or anybody else have this issue?
Hi, I'm using Sony A7iv as a webcam for zoom. I setting in Camera:
- Shutdown Auto Turning off
- Livestreaming USB
But the Sony auto shutdown after 10 minutes in zoom. How can fix this?
Are you able to use the camera as a microphone/input device. I selected it in Zoom but don't get any audio in from the camera. I do see the audio monitors on the camera active.
I figured it out. Needed to use a USB C cable to plug directly into my computer. The USB A to USB C cable provided by Sony didn't work.
@@MicahBreitenstein I bought Rode Caster Pro II to my equipment. :D So that I can monitor my voice for Zoom as well for video recording.
I dont see "select when connect" I only have PC remote which is greyed out and I cant change it. I have gone through literally every menu trying to figure this out. Such bs Sony menus
i feel like a lot of noise reduction was applied to the audio of this video. You can just hear the harsh noise whenever you breathed in
Hello, wanted to ask you a question. I use my Sony a7 iv as a webcam for teams meetings and it turns off in about 25-30 minutes timeframe. What can I do to avoid that?
In other videos, I have heard that you can use a dummy battery ( a battery that you put in that's attached to an ac adapter and plugs into the wall ). Also when doing so, you can turn off USB Power Supply. I am going to give that a try to see if that works.
i got the same issue, were you able to solve it?
@@Kabelman For me, I think so! I bought the power adapter with the dummy battery. Also turned off USB Power Supply in the USB menu settings. I have yet to record with it, but I left it on as a webcam for over an hour with no heating issues AT ALL - which is why I think it was powering down.
@@ErichMillerTV thanks for the reply, how can I see that it's due to overheating? At 19 degrees room temperature I would assume that to be no issue. But I should maybe try.
@@Kabelman I never took the temperature of it but the body was very hot to the touch using battery only and having USB Power Supply enabled. Tested a couple more times with the same result.
So did I waste money on getting a Cam link 4k?
👍👍👍
no one has a video to show how to set up streaming using a HDMI
the heck, it looked like hot garbage when you streamed with it
Just some feedback, I'd slow down your intro. Learned that in public speaking classes. Slow down the speaking.
My A7C has this option “usb streaming”, but my $4k A7S3 that I just unboxed doesn’t?!
If I know correctly, Usb streaming without software is only for sony A7 IV. For other high end Sony cameras you need to download software to use it as webcam. Software name (Imaging Edge Webcam, which can be found from Sony's website.
@@Tikku. it was added to the A7C in the December software. Just wondering why it wasn’t added to A7S3
Would be weird to use that nice of a camera as a webcam
@@shrimpinpat complete overkill lol…. I use the A7C using Capture card, because 1080/60 is the only way to go for webcam streaming.
Wouw thats choppi! Why is it lgging so much? Its unuseable...