How to Make Camera Circle in OBS
In the world of streaming and video production, the ability to create dynamic and engaging visuals is crucial. One popular effect that many producers aim to achieve is the camera circle, which adds a sense of movement and excitement to your stream or video. If you’re using OBS (Open Broadcaster Software), this effect can be easily implemented with a few simple steps. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of how to make camera circle in OBS.
Step 1: Set Up Your Scene
Before you can create a camera circle, you need to have a scene set up in OBS. If you haven’t already, open OBS and create a new scene by clicking on the “+” button under the “Scenes” section. Give your scene a name that reflects its purpose, such as “Camera Circle Scene.”
Step 2: Add a Source
Next, you’ll need to add a source to your scene that will serve as the camera. This could be a webcam, a game capture, or any other source that you want to animate. To add a source, click on the “+” button under the “Sources” section and select the type of source you want to use. For example, if you’re using a webcam, choose “Video Capture Device” and select your webcam from the list.
Step 3: Configure the Source
Once you’ve added your source, you’ll need to configure its settings. Right-click on the source and select “Properties.” Here, you can adjust the settings such as resolution, aspect ratio, and whether you want to mirror the image. Make sure the source is set to the desired resolution and aspect ratio that you want for your camera circle.
Step 4: Add a Transform Filter
To create the camera circle effect, you’ll need to add a transform filter to your source. Right-click on the source and select “Add Filter.” From the list of available filters, choose “Transform.” This will add a new transform filter to your source.
Step 5: Configure the Transform Filter
With the transform filter added, you can now configure its settings to create the camera circle effect. Right-click on the “Transform” filter and select “Properties.” Here, you’ll find various options to manipulate the image, such as rotation, position, scale, and skew. To create a circle effect, you’ll want to adjust the rotation and position properties.
Step 6: Create the Circle Movement
To make the camera circle move, you’ll need to use keyframes. Keyframes allow you to define specific points in time where the image should have certain properties. Right-click on the “Transform” filter and select “Add Keyframe.” This will create a keyframe at the current time. Now, move the playhead to a later point in time and adjust the rotation and position properties to create the desired circle movement. Repeat this process for as many keyframes as you need to create a smooth and continuous circle movement.
Step 7: Save and Preview
Once you’ve configured the camera circle effect, save your scene and preview the result. You can do this by clicking on the “Play” button in OBS. If everything looks good, you’re ready to start streaming or recording your video with the camera circle effect.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to easily create a camera circle effect in OBS. This dynamic visual can add a whole new level of excitement and engagement to your streams and videos, making them stand out from the crowd. Happy streaming!
