OBSBOT Tail 2: The Ultimate PTZ Camera for Streaming, Podcasts, & More

The OBSBOT Tail 2 is an incredibly powerful camera with PTZR capabilities that can fit into tons of different workflows including sports, events, graduations, church services, and even home creator setups like mine and more! OBSBOT provided the Tail 2 at no cost for testing and feedback. I’m not obligated to make a video or say anything specific about the camera. I just really like it. Read my Ethics Statement about reviews, sponsorships, and brand partnerships: https://himynameistom.com/ethics ⚙️ Gear featured in this video: •OBSBOT Tail 2: https://geni.us/UvbR •Smart Remote: https://geni.us/siGp3 ⏱️Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Tall Tails 1:34 - It’s Just Fun 2:14 - PTZR & Auto-Leveling 4:44 - 12x Optical Zoom 5:48 - Image Quality 6:48 - How I Use It As A Solo Creator 9:42 - Fans & No Overheating 10:37 - A Great Camera For Streaming 13:13 - Super Flexible - Outdoor Examples 14:12 - How Might You Use It? 17:31 - Comparing To Mirrorless Cameras (Sony FX3) 18:51 - Manual White Balance Color Issues 21:34 - Low Light Performance 22:47 - Audio Input (No Built In Mic) 24:13 - I/O Connectivity Options 26:06 - Conclusion ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. —————————— SUPPORT THE CHANNEL —————————— Become a Channel Member: https://geni.us/joinchannel Donate: https://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— 🎯 Subscribe! http://bit.ly/TEPsub Instagram: @sodarntom Main Site: https://himynameistom.com Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts ———————— ROYALTY FREE MUSIC ———————— •Artlist.io (2 Extra Months Free): https://geni.us/ArtlistTom •Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): http://share.epidemicsound.com/enthus... ——————————— VIDEO GEAR ——————————— •Ecamm Live Streaming Software: https://geni.us/ecammtom •Sony FX3 (Main Camera): https://bhpho.to/3EJuBde (B&H) •Sony a7SIII: https://bhpho.to/3f8mMlS (B&H) •Sony a7IV: https://bhpho.to/33mOGZo (B&H) •Sony 24 1.4 (Main Lens): https://geni.us/sony24 (Amazon) •Sony 50 1.8 Lens: https://geni.us/sonynifty50 •Tamron 20-40 2.8: https://geni.us/Rp3NeMc •Zeiss 85 1.8: https://geni.us/zeissbatis (Amazon) •Sony 70-200: https://bhpho.to/3B4tCr2 (B&H) •YoloBox for Recording & Mobile Streams: https://geni.us/Gh3d1n (Amazon) •Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon) •Anamorphic Lens: https://bhpho.to/309H0rV (B&H) •Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H) •DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone : https://geni.us/I2e0AB (Amazon) •Battery Tri-Charge: https://geni.us/ZYdV3dh •Colorful HDMI Cables: https://geni.us/NeOn (Amazon) •Colorful USB Cables: https://geni.us/rodeusbc (Amazon) ——————————— AUDIO GEAR ——————————— •Rodecaster Pro II: https://bhpho.to/3wCwaqI (B&H) •Sennheiser MKH 50: https://geni.us/mkh50 (Amazon) •Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon) •Earthworks Ethos: https://bhpho.to/3CthFs4 (B&H) •Lewitt LCT 240 Pro: https://geni.us/4fww (Amazon) •Sony Video Mic: https://bhpho.to/3ztb6Vb (B&H) •Tall Mic Arm: https://geni.us/A39EvH (Amazon) •Short Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon) •Simple 2 Mic Wireless System: https://geni.us/wxwfX (Amazon) •Sennheiser UHF Wireless System: https://bhpho.to/43JgqkL (B&H) •Rode Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H) •Blue XLR Cable: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon) —————————— LIGHTS & SUPPORTS —————————— •Nanlite Forza 200 (Key Light): https://geni.us/9Ofr (Amazon) •V Mount Battery: https://geni.us/OrJDpx1 (Amazon) •Aputure Light Dome Mini: https://bhpho.to/4eMAiJs (B&H) •Small Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: https://geni.us/nanlite (Amazon) •Big Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: https://geni.us/pavotubes (Amazon) •Aputure MC RGB Light: https://geni.us/IuE4 (Amazon) •Rolling Camera Stand: https://bhpho.to/3PbJGg3 (B&H) •Big Tripod: https://bhpho.to/3lRoTyz (B&H) •Small Tripod: https://geni.us/oQOh3Az (Amazon) •Travel Tripod: https://geni.us/nlUBm (Amazon) •Motorized Slider: https://bhpho.to/3ztKMJA (B&H) •Camera Backpack: https://geni.us/aEH2 (Amazon) ——————————————————————— 🎥 Check out my full gear list here:https://himynameistom.com/gear ——————————————————————— – Who Am I? – Hi! My name is Tom Buck, a lifelong A/V nerd and former high school Digital Media teacher. I started this channel in 2017 as a project to share my enthusiasm for everything related to audio and video production. All videos on the channel are made by me without the use of artificially generated assets, editing, or production. You can take a look at my bio to learn more about my background, both personally and professionally: https://himynameistom.com/about My channel is open and welcoming to people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations. I’m glad you’re here. •Read my Ethics Statement about reviews, sponsorships, and brand partnerships: https://himynameistom.com/ethics ——————————————————————— Episode 486: OBSBOT Tail 2: The Ultimate PTZ Camera for Streaming, Podcasts, & More