I want to start streaming but I want to use an actual camera instead of a webcam, how would...

Only a webcam can be connected to the Xbox. The only way to stream using an actual camera, would be to use a PC instead.

I have a question along the lines of this question; I want to start streaming on twitch and do a facecam but I don't have a kinect. Is there anyway I can use a camera to do facecam instead? Please help!!!

How so. The only way its better that the One Kinect is if they are 4k webcams. I look this up the 4 that they have on there telling you that you have to get are just about the same. 1080P 60 1080 at 30. So please explain to me how are they better.

The kinect actually has a really good camera. Last time I used mine it worked fine for mixer. Its been a bit since I dont stream from that xbox anymore and stream from my one x with a webcam. I would try it with my one x but I dont have the adapter to use
on the one x. Which is why I bought the webcam anyways. I only paid $40 for the cam I have now. It's a 720p but that what I stream at anyways.

Hello Sharky Xbox,

Thank you for your prompt response.

By the way we would like to ask few questiosns.

1. What is the make and model for your webcam?

2. What is the streaming provider you are using?

If there is no option in flip the camera to mirror image, is it happening to other streaming provider?

To use live stream with a webcam on your Xbox Console, you’ll need a 1080p webcam that has a YUY2 or NV12 format to stream with it. Most Logitech and Microsoft LifeCam webcams have this format. If you’re not sure which format your webcam has, check with the manufacturer.

For the best experience, we recommend these webcams:

• Microsoft LifeCam Studio
  
• Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000
  
• Logitech C922 Pro Stream Webcam
  
• Logitech C930e Webcam
  

To take a mirror image:

• Plug your USB webcam into your Xbox.
  
• Allow your camera to be used for live streaming if you haven’t already:
  
  • Press the Xbox button to open the guide, go to System & profile > Settings > Account > Privacy & online safety > Xbox privacy > View details & customize > Communication & multiplayer and make sure you can use video for communications.
    
  • In the guide, go to Capture & share > Live streaming > Camera options and check that your camera is set to On.
    
• Open a live streaming provider app and follow the instructions for streaming.
  
• Start your live stream.
  

To stream from a live streaming provider on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, download the app for the provider you want to use. Press the Xbox button to open the guide and select Store > Apps. Find and select the app, and then select Install.

For your reference, see: Live stream with a webcam on your Xbox console | Xbox Support

How to live stream on Xbox

We look forward to your response. Kindly let us know, if there is any misunderstanding or clarifications of our description by sending us a reply.



Sincerely,



Microsoft Community Moderator

Thanks AJ for your response!

I know that the Kinect has been discontinued as a motion sensor/game feature but was just curious if the webcam portion of it would still work while I'm streaming games.

I have another webcam I can use, but the quality isn't as good as the Kinect camera.