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Is a camera joystick controller actually worth it for solo video setups?

Creation date: Jun 5, 2025 6:18am     Last modified date: Jun 5, 2025 6:18am   Last visit date: Jun 6, 2025 1:25am
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Jun 5, 2025  ( 1 post, 1 reply )  
6/5/2025
6:19am
Duncan Ducatti (ducatti)

Hey folks,
I’ve been managing a small video setup for livestreams and online courses, and honestly, controlling my PTZ camera with just software is getting annoying. The response time’s not great, and I’m constantly switching windows mid-stream. Has anyone here tried using a camera joystick controller instead? Does it really make things easier or is it just another fancy gadget?

11:40am
Tarra Waite (tarrawaite)

Great question! I was wondering the same thing not long ago. I ended up trying a camera joystick controller https://bzbgear.com/products/joystick-controllers/ from a U.S. company called BZBGEAR, and it honestly transformed my workflow. The control is super smooth and intuitive pan, tilt, zoom all handled in real time without delays. I’ve saved so much time and reduced on-air mistakes just by not having to rely on clunky mouse clicks. If you're doing anything live or just want a more professional, stress-free setup, I really recommend checking them out. The gear is solid, and their support team helped me get started without any hassle.