Use iSight as digital camera and Camcorder

[iNinja]

I would like to take some pictures of my case for these boards, and also thinking about doing some reviews etc. For ease, can I use my isight to take digital still photos that are saved to the HD and also what software are people using to use the isight as a video recorder, so I can possible do some reviews etc?

[TarekElsakka]

On my MacBook Pro's iSight, I use Photo Booth for recording/capturing, and Apple Aperture for editing. That's an in-built iSight, though, so you can't take it anywhere. I'm not sure if you're talking about a USB one.

[iNinja]

DOH!! I forgot photobooth. I removed it from my dock. Out of sight out of mind I guess....

[TarekElsakka]

Alright then, you're welcome.

[Londonrockz568]

I love the effects you can do with photobooth.

Tarek, is Aperture needed even tho i have adobe stuff?

[kb1gra]

The built in isight can also be a source in iMovie to record and edit directly. I have done that several times. As far as still images, photobooth is the easiest way.

[TarekElsakka]

I love the effects you can do with photobooth.

Tarek, is Aperture needed even tho i have adobe stuff?

I've never really used Adobe Photoshop and the other products but I am pretty sure Adobe is much better. Apple Aperture is just a basic program that can help you edit and organize photos, it's simple and that's why I use it sometimes. I'm neither an expert nor do I have the patience to learn how to use those products. But I am sure if an expert uses Apple Aperture, he can make a lot out of it.

[Londonrockz568]

I cant thankyou enuff Tarek Seriously.