Topic: Mac Compatible Webcam
Ok guys, I have to questions. About a month ago, I purchased the Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000. It was great for the resolution, but I quickly figured out that I couldn't manually adjust the focus. I tried everything, but it didn't work. I made like one walk cycle test, but it had so much flicker, it wasn't worth it. I had to send it back.
Is there any webcam for the mac that you can adjust the focus? I am aware that I could hook up the camera that I use now to the computer, but first of all, I need a special firewire cord, and second of all, my computer is downstairs in the open living room. I wish I could have a portable laptop which I could have in my room. I would have more space to build sets, and I would have more privacy while animating.
Main Questions: What manual focus webcam would work for mac? How do I animate using the computer, when my computer is in the living room, and there's no way to bring it up?
(Also, don't suggest to save up for a laptop right away, I'm thinking about it, but that would probably mean no brick filming for awhile, unless I used the low quality camera.) Thanks everybody!
- running Boinx iStopmotion on my small desk, in my bedroom. What I am saying is that, as long as the space is functional, it is useful, no matter where it is situated. I think it may be a little unrealistic to have your set in a completely different room from your camera, as Squash pointed out above. Make a compromise, and it will work far better. If your living room is a crowded or a frequently used space, put signs up, for example: "Do not touch, or else..." (have a jar of fake halloween fingers next to the sign).
