PlayStation Camera
The PlayStation Camera is a camera made by Sony for the PS4 that captures live stream and tracks movements of PS4 controllers. It was released in the year G2014.
In September 2016, Sony released an upgraded model that features the same specification, but has a modern cylindrical outlook as compared to its predecessor’s rectangular design. It is sold separately at $59 per unit, but also available in the PS VR bundle.
Features[edit]
The PlayStation Camera tracks human movement, together with the DUALSHOCK 4 and PlayStation Move using a 3D depth sensing technology to provide the much needed intuitive immersive experience once lacking for the console.
It also boasts a facial recognition login system, for better users security using its F2.0 fixed focus dual lens camera. With 4-channel array-type microphones, the PlayStationCamera enables voice command as a navigational method, delivering new convenience to users.
The PlayStation Camera also brings the possibility of live-streaming game plays with a picture in picture video. With its built in microphones, it became easy in creating and narrating game walkthrough.
Hardware[edit]
The PlayStation Camera has gone through an evolution from a rectangular design to a cylindrical unit in its 2016 revision. It comes with a stand for angle adjustment.
It features two F2.0 fixed focus camera together with a 4 channel array type microphones. It came with a 2 meters cable that connect the console.
Technical Specifications[edit]
- Video frame rate: 1280x800 pixels at 60fps
- 640x400 pixels at the time 120fps
- 320x192 pixels at the time 240fps
- Video format RAW, YUV (uncompressed)
- Lens Dual lens, F value /F2.0 fixed focus
- Shooting distance 30cm
- Shooting range: 85 degrees
- Microphone 4-channel array-type microphone
- Connector: PS4 dedicated terminal (AUX terminal)
- Cable length: about 2 meters
Apps[edit]
Some of the games that can be played with the PlayStation Camera include:
- The Playroom
- Alien: Isolation
- Just Dance
- LittleBigPlanet 3
- Surgeon Simulator
- Tearaway Unfolded
References[edit]
- https://www.psu.com/news/31081/New-PS4-camera-vs-old-PS4-camera-comparison---whats-the-difference
- http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/worth-buying-playstation-camera-ps4/
- https://www.playstation.com/en-us/explore/accessories/playstation-camera-ps4/
- https://www.gottabemobile.com/should-you-buy-a-playstation-camera/