UVC Cameras, & Mac Compatibility
Last update Apr 17, 2008
|
| UVC Cameras, & Mac Compatibility | First posted Feb 16, 2007 Last update Apr 17, 2008 |
| Camera Index | Camera Reviews | Lighting Comparisons | How To Set Up | Live Images | FAQ | ||
| All content, except as otherwise noted, is © Frank Harrell. Text may be reposted only if credit is given and a link is provided to CowboyFrank.net |
|
Some of the older USB 1 cameras include drivers for Mac computers. (check the camera's system requirements to make sure) Most of the newer cameras do not, however many will work with Mac computers. Any camera which is listed as Universal Video Class compatible should work with the Mac OS 10.4.9 operating system.
Note that I do not have access to a Mac computer, so can not verify compatibility. But I have had one reader let me know that at least the Logitech QC 5000 works on Mac 10.4, thanks. (Dec. 10, 2007) According to a help page on Logitech's support site, some of their cameras are UVC (Universal Video Class) compatible. As such they should work with Mac computers running at least OS 10.4.9. However, you will obtain only limited features from the cameras. Such features as large resolutions and Right Light may not be available. Logitech recommends that you do install the Logitech drivers if they are available for your system. Theoretically, you should also be able to run the cameras on Windows XP and Vista without installing the drivers that come with the cameras, with reduced camera features. According to the article the following Logitech cameras are UVC compatible.
QuickCam Ultra Vision SE With a special driver available for free from macam, you should be able to use other cameras on a Mac computer. Check their cameras page for reference. Some of the ways they determine your specific camera is complicated. Good luck. |
|
| Last update Apr 17, 2008 |