Free Canon software that turns a camera connected by USB into a webcam useful for video conferencing on applications like Zoom, Skype or Facebook.
Canon EOS Webcam Utility is a freeware DSLR webcam app and digital camera tool, developed by Canon for Windows.
It is capable of connecting to online services such as Facebook and YouTube.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.
Allows owners of Canon cameras to use their DSLRs as webcams
Canon EOS Webcam Utility allows you to make genuine, high-quality connections right from your home with this easy-to-use, plug and play webcam alternative. Turn your Canon camera into a remote set-up that can help enhance the way you learn, do business, educate and connect with family and friends online.
Features of Canon EOS Webcam Utility
- 1080p streaming: High-definition video streaming at up to 1080p.
- Audio Settings: Adjust microphone volume, mute and gain level.
- Autofocus: Automatically adjusts focus to keep the subject looking sharp.
- Background Blur: Creates a natural background blur for a professional look.
- Compatible with Most Canon Cameras: Use with a variety of Canon EOS cameras.
- Face Detection: Automatically detects and tracks up to 35 faces in the frame.
- Image Adjustments: Customize brightness, contrast, sharpness and color saturation.
- Image Stabilization: Reduces blur and shakes for smoother videos.
- Live Streaming: Stream live video to YouTube, Facebook and other platforms.
- Low-Light Performance: Ability to adjust settings to capture clearer images in low-light conditions.
- Manual Controls: Adjust focus, white balance, exposure and other settings.
- Multi-Cam Layout: View multiple cameras and streams in one window.
- Noise Reduction: Reduces background noise for clearer sound.
- Time-Lapse Recording: Automatically capture still images and create time-lapse videos.
Compatibility and License
Canon EOS Webcam Utility is provided under a freeware license on Windows from camera software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.1 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Canon EOS Webcam Utility run on?
Canon EOS Webcam Utility can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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