For our Creator users streaming their computer content though, they do have access to another layer type RTMP Source that can completely remove their background before transmitting video to your project. Note: Because our webcam layers don’t support an Alpha channel you won’t be able to fully remove the background of a Camera layer, only hide and replace it. Just like with the Snap Camera, it will update in real time with any edits you make in terms of positioning and sizing inside of OBS.

Remember to apply the Chroma Key filter to your camera and add the replacement background source to OBS before adding the virtual camera to your project’s scene.

Next you’ll use the “Start Virtual Camera” button inside of OBS to activate the virtual webcam on your computer. Then you’ll launch the software and set up a scene that has your camera source added to it in fullscreen. The first thing you’ll need to do is install the latest version of OBS. In this case we’ll be using OBS Virtual Camera. Removing and replacing your camera’s background can be done through software or with additional hardware. For NINA, yes you need ascom drivers (everything needs ascom is the universal language of Astro-gadgets:). I’d tried but the whole user interface was problematic so I dropped it. First, you’ll want to get your camera set up and plugged into your computer. Dslr to sharpcap cannot directly be connected, you need an intermediate software (like sparkocam or other - not free) which lets say turns Nikon dslr to a pc web cam.

For this example we’ll be using a more integrated hardware solution with an Elgato Cam Link, however, you can also add it through software like SparkoCam. Green Screen (Chroma Key) & Background Replacement Adding a DSLR camera to your project can be done through software or with hardware.

Any programs like sparkocam