ExtraWebcam for Windows

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• more flexible webcam at hand

  2_iJanuary 8, 2012

  Pros

  enhances utility of selected Canon Powershot cameras reduces the number of items to carry along license for different cameras/computers of the given user low cost friendly developer

  Cons

  at times takes on too much CPU

  Summary

  Very useful utility allowing to convert selected Canon Powershot cameras into webcams. A webcam built in into a laptop/netbook often is insufficient for me, such as when several people participate in a Skype conversation or when I need to show a layout or a small item on projection screen. In such situation I can adapt my camera for the purpose. Unfortunately, the utility running in the background starts on fortunately rare occasions to use excessive amounts of CPU.

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• Does what it says, responsive customer support

  CKMacLeodJuly 3, 2011

  Pros

  works with many different programs, turns your Canon camera, even an old one, into a versatile webcam and videomaker, substitutes for Canon's remote control software and adds video capture and other features - and instantly responsive e-mail support

  Cons

  a little hinky when upgrading from test version to main version on Windows 7; also need to be careful about de-conflicting with Canon camera software

  Summary

  I've been playing with this software and my old Canon PowerShot A640 for more than a month now, and, in the meantime, have upgraded from an XP 32-bit system to a Windows 7 64-bit. Sure, as other reviewers have pointed out, the test version of the software comes with an obtrusive "congratulations, it works, now spend $9.95 to upgrade" notice plastered over the "camera preview" window, but, even prior to upgrading, you can take good test photos and videos. Once you've gotten things worked out, you can use it just as advertised, though the limitations of your particular camera will affect the quality of the live or recorded video: On A640s, that means that 320x240 resolution is what you'll get even if you use another program to record at 640x480 or 1280x760. Even hardcore Canon firmware hackers haven't been able to overcome this problem last I checked. When I upgraded to WIndows 7 64-bit, I did run across some set-up hinks. You need to 1) completely uninstall any prior, pre-upgrade versions and 2) be running at administrator level AND 3) disable "user account control" to get a completely smooth install. Otherwise, you'll run into various minor problems which can mostly be ignored, but which will lead to complications. Also, it won't work at all while the Canon camera window software is running. If the Canon software auto-starts when you turn on the camera - as with the A640 and many if not most Canon cameras that use the remote shooting software - you'll have to shut it down first (or uncheck the auto-start feature). Finally, when I encountered some of the above problems, I e-mailed the software developer and received helpful, polite, near-instantaneous replies. I can't of course guarantee that he'll always be around, but having him respond so quickly and helpfully was pretty impressive on a $9.95 piece of code!

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• Water mark makes it impossible to use

  StephieArtMay 3, 2011

  Pros

  It did manage to connect and work with my cannon power shot

  Cons

  The watermark is very obtrusive, this should not be considered freeware or shareware.

  Summary

  Unless you are willing to pay the 10 dollars, don't bother downloading it.

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• DO NOT DOWNLOAD, unless you want it stuck on your pc

  emmdougJanuary 26, 2010

  Pros

  NONE. It is a menace

  Cons

  I concur with the reviewer above. Not only does it not work, I cannot uninstall it from VISTA & it is stopping me from using any camera device , holding up all my work. If anyone knows how to get rid of it, PLEASE will you help?

  Summary

  Steer well clear of this is you have VISTA

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• Didn't work, can't uninstall it, no response from help

  aeparkerDecember 19, 2009

  Pros

  NOTHING it does not work

  Cons

  Didn't work, no support, cannot remove it from my VISTA system. Tech support does not answer emails.

  Summary

  If it worked I'd love it. Cannot believe you recommended something that just does not work with VISTA.

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