Introduction: Control your 3D avatar using just your computer or smartphone camera.
Added on: Jan 20, 2025
Webcam Motion Capture

What is Webcam Motion Capture

AI-powered Webcam Motion Capture allows users to control 3D avatars using only their computer or smartphone camera. Since its launch in November 2021, it has gained over 26,500 users from 120 countries. The software is free to download and offers a range of tracking features, including hand, head, facial expression, eye gaze, and upper body tracking.

How to Use Webcam Motion Capture

  1. Download the software from the official website.
  2. Install and launch the application.
  3. Use your webcam or smartphone camera to control your 3D avatar in real-time.
  4. For advanced features, such as live streaming or creating animations, follow the setup guides provided in the manual.

Features of Webcam Motion Capture

  • No Need for Special Devices

    The software enables natural and robust hand and finger tracking using only a webcam. It also includes head tracking, facial expression tracking, eye gaze tracking, eye blink detection, lip sync, and upper body tracking.

  • Realtime Webcam-based Hand Tracking

    The tracking data can be sent to any app supporting the VMC Protocol, allowing users to add hand tracking to VTuber apps like VSeeFace or integrate with major game engines such as Unity and Unreal Engine.

  • Motion Capture Tool

    Webcam Motion Capture can save motion capture data to an FBX file, which is compatible with major computer graphics software like Blender, Maya, and 3ds Max.

FAQs from Webcam Motion Capture

1

Can I use Webcam Motion Capture for live streaming on YouTube?

Yes, you can live stream on YouTube using OBS Studio. Detailed setup instructions are available in the [manual](https://webcammotioncapture.info/manual.php#setup_obs).
2

Can I use Webcam Motion Capture to create my own video using 3D avatars?

Yes, you can create videos using OBS Studio. Refer to the [manual](https://webcammotioncapture.info/manual.php#setup_obs) for setup instructions.
3

What if my computer is not fast enough?

You can use a pre-recorded video as input to control your 3D avatar, which reduces the need for real-time processing. Learn more [here](https://webcammotioncapture.info/manual.php#video_input).
4

How can I create my own 3D avatar?

Use VRoid Studio, a free and easy-to-use software, to create 3D avatars. Export your avatar as a VRM file and import it into Webcam Motion Capture.
5

Can I use a smartphone as a webcam?

Yes, apps like EpocCam for iOS and DroidCam for Android are compatible with Webcam Motion Capture.