Hollyland VenusLiv V2 – All-In-One Live Streaming Camera w/ Pre-Installed Apps

For content creators, a live streaming camera can make a huge difference in the way your viewers connect with you. With real-time interaction becoming more popular on social media platforms, having a dedicated camera will add an extra layer of engagement to your stream, helping viewers feel more connected to you since they can see you. Whether you’re streaming on Twitch, YouTube, or other social media platforms, a decent streaming camera can provide superior video clarity and lighting control that smartphones or basic webcams simply can’t match. For a live streaming camera that can deliver sharp video with multiple recording settings, it doesn’t get much better than the Hollyland VenusLiv V2.

The Hollyland VenusLiv V2 is an all-in-one live streaming camera equipped with a high-quality 12MP lens that records video in 4K UHD resolution at 30 fps with support to 6X zoom and instant autofocus in just 0.08 seconds, plus 5″ FHD LCD touchscreen that can be rotated 180 degrees, for which it supports a horizontal or vertical installation. It also has a built-in sound card that offers sound adjustments through an audio EQ, plus an advanced heat dissipation system that prevents frame stuttering and unexpected shutdowns.

It runs on HollyOS 2.0 software system, featuring professional camera functions, including exposure compensation, ISO, white balance, aperture, and more, and you can also customize multiple scenes with different settings. It also features multiple recording functions such as Green Screen and Image Overlay, and comes with pre-installed live streaming apps that enable one-tap streaming directly from the camera for platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, etc. The camera also integrates a USB-C 3.1 port for UVC Streaming, along with an HDMI Output, an SD card slot, a 3.5mm jack, and a USB-A 3.0 port, boasts Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.1, and Wi-Fi connectivity, and also supports RTMP streaming. You can connect it directly to a DC power supply for streaming continuously or power it with an external NP-F 970 battery, offering you 4 to 6 hours runtime.

This all-in-one live streaming camera takes your streaming experience to the next level effortlessly. With it, going live has never been easier.

Here’s a thorough breakdown of the Hollyland VenusLiv V2, where we discuss in detail all the cool features this all-in-one live streaming camera has to offer you.

DESIGN & SPECS

Starting with the device’s size, this live streaming camera has a sleek form factor, measuring just 7 inches long by 3.9 inches wide by 3.7 inches tall (178 x 99.7 x 94.8mm) when having its touchscreen closed. The camera is also fairly lightweight, weighing approximately 35.3 oz. (~1 kg).

On top of its compact footprint, the Hollyland VenusLiv V2 also sports a beautiful aesthetic that gives it a very professional look. Its body comes in a Matte Black color and has a powder coating finish for an added touch of elegance.

Furthermore, the camera also packs a very high-quality construction, meaning its built to last.

Moving on the different components that integrate this all-in-one live streaming camera. For recording video, the VenusLiv V2 comes equipped with a high-quality 12MP camera lens with a f/1.2 aperture that’s powered by a Sony 1/2″ CMOS image sensor with a focal length of 24-70mm, making it capable of recording video in a 4K Ultra-HD resolution at 30 fps with a minimum focus distance of just 0.5m and less than 1% edge distortion.

Thanks to that, you’re able to record live-stream content with excellent image quality and crystal-clear details.

Its 12MP camera lens also has 6x zoom capabilities by combining 3x optical zoom and 2x digital zoom, allowing you to capture the area you want with even more clarity.

Plus, its 12MP lens also leverages an hybrid autofocus system that combines plane phase and contrast detection methods, enabling it to achieve an instant autofocus in just 0.08 seconds. This essentially works by continuously tracking the subject and accurately adjusting its lens’ focus in real time, ensuring sharp and clear images at all times.

Moreover, the Hollyland VenusLiv V2 also comes equipped with a 5-inch rotatable touchscreen that boasts a 1080p Full-HD resolution (1080 x 1920 pixels) and is also calibrated with industrial-grade CalMAN color accuracy software for accurate color reproduction.

Its touchscreen can be rotated within 180 degrees, meaning it can be used for backstage monitoring during shooting, or alternatively, flipped towards you to view live comments and the current scene.

The camera itself also features threaded mounting holes integrated at its sides and base that respectively provide a horizontal (landscape) and vertical (portrait) installation for live streaming and video recording, allowing for a more flexible set-up. It also comes equipped with a built-in 3D gyroscope that synchronizes its user-interface with the camera’s current orientation (horizontal or vertical).

In addition, this live streaming camera also integrates a built-in sound card that offers simply sound adjustments to high, medium, and low-grade reverberation and other sound effects through an audio EQ (equalizer). Users can add various sound reverberations through system upgrades, which eliminates the need for separate sound cards. Sight and sound are all in one shot.

For the camera’s remaining hardware specs, know that the camera utilizes a high-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Series CPU for its processor that’s powered by Hollyland’s proprietary camera processing algorithms, which helps it achieve smooth live streaming while also improving its image quality, clarity, and color reproduction.

What’s more is that the camera also leverages an advanced heat dissipation system that ensures a smooth and uninterrupted streaming experience without frame stuttering or unexpected shutdowns.

Lastly, the VenusLiv V2 runs on HollyOS 2.0 software system, which gives you a smartphone-like experience. Its new upgraded UI offers an intuitive, up-to-date design that improves navigation and overall user experience.

Through its proprietary software, you’re offered several professional camera functions such as adjusting exposure compensation, ISO, white balance, aperture, and more, for which you can customize and save multiple scenes with different settings.

OTHER NOTABLE FUNCTIONALITIES

Multiple Recording Functions

This all-in-one live streaming camera also features multiple recording functions, all of which are listed below:

• Green Screen – allows users to easily remove green screen backgrounds and add virtual backgrounds to their current scene.
• Image Overlay – enables users to add stunning overlays, motion graphics, and images directly from the camera’s software to enhance their livestream’s visuals effortlessly.
• Preset Lighting Mode – lets users choose between Auto, 2-Point, and 3-Point lighting scene modes that match the lighting in the room, thus simplifying the lighting setup process for one’s livestream.
• Color Correction Magic – consists of a RGB curve function that provides quick color adjustments, and users can also independently adjust specific color tones on the screen to ensure the subjects on your livestream (you and any guests) look more natural while keeping the background and object colors unchanged (for example: adjusting color hues for realistic facial color and skin tones).
• Beauty Look Preset – consists of a facial recognition system that automatically recognizes human faces and adjusts the skin tone to make them look naturally beautiful.

Pre-Installed Live Streaming Apps

Best of all, the camera also comes with pre-installed live streaming apps that enable one-tap streaming directly from the camera for social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Shopee and Tokopedia.

INTERFACE / CONNECTION PANEL

We’ll now have a closer look at the camera’s interface, meaning its connection panel, which is located at the back side of the device.

Starting at the left side of its connection panel, there’s a USB-C 3.1 port (for UVC Streaming), followed by an HDMI Output (for connecting to a TV, capture card, switcher, etc.), an SD card slot (for using an SD card for data storage), and an Ethernet port (for connecting the camera directly to a cabled network connection to ensure a stable live-streaming experience).

At the center of its connection panel there’s a battery buckle for securely attaching an external NP-F 970 battery to it (as a cordless power supply option).

Finally, at the right side of its connection panel there’s a 3.5mm jack (for connecting a TRS microphone or another line-in device to the camera), a USB-A 3.0 port (for connection a USB flash drive, mouse, or keyboard), and a DC Input power (for having the camera directly connected to a DC power supply).

CONNECTIVITY

As for its connectivity methods, the Hollyland VenusLiv V2 boasts Ethernet connectivity through its Ethernet port, along with Bluetooth 5.1 and Wi-Fi connectivity for a wireless connection with your devices.

Moreover, the camera also supports RTMP streaming, allowing you to stream to two platforms simultaneously for a larger audience by simply scanning the QR code on its 5″ touchscreen, entering the streaming URL and key, and then saving those settings. Once configured, you can immediately go live to your platforms of choice by simply tapping the respective icons (ex: Instagram, etc.)

BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE

For its power, know that the VenusLiv V2 can either be connected directly to a DC power supply for streaming continuously, or alternatively, you can power the camera with an external NP-F 970 battery, which offers you around 4 to 6 hours of battery life.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

Inside their package, users will find: their Hollyland VenusLiv V2 Live Streaming Camera, a 12V 2A Adapter, a USB-C to USB-A connection cable (10 ft. / 3 m), a lens cap (for protecting the camera’s lens when not in use), plus a user manual, warranty card, and extra documentation.

FINAL THOUGHTS

When accounting for all its features, it’s safe to say this live streaming camera offers content creators an extremely versatile solution for all their livestreaming needs. This makes it perfect for streamers who need a simple and quick setup, especially those who are planning on doing extended streaming sessions.

If you’re interested in purchasing it, know that each unit is currently discounted priced at $949, and each purchase also comes accompanied by a 1-Year Warranty. You can order it online either directly from Hollyland’s official shopping page, or you can get it from Amazon, if you’d prefer.