The PlayStation Camera made for PS4 can be used with a PlayStation 5, but it does not plug directly into the console by itself. To connect it, you need the PlayStation Camera adaptor, which converts the camera’s proprietary PS4 connector to USB for use with PS5.
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What the PS4 Camera Is Used For on PS5
The main reason to use the PS4 Camera on PS5 is PlayStation VR support. If you are using the original PS VR headset with PS4 games on PS5, the PS4 Camera is part of the tracking setup. The newer HD Camera for PS5 is not a replacement for the PS4 Camera in that PS VR setup.
The PS4 Camera may also work for some broadcasting or capture-related features, but its usefulness on PS5 is limited compared with its role on PS4.
What You Need
- A PlayStation 5 console.
- The PS4 PlayStation Camera.
- The PlayStation Camera adaptor for PS5.
- A PS VR setup if you are using it for original PlayStation VR games.
The adaptor is the critical piece. Without it, the PS4 Camera cannot connect to the PS5’s USB ports.
How to Connect the PS4 Camera to PS5
- Connect the PS4 Camera cable to the PlayStation Camera adaptor.
- Plug the adaptor into a USB port on the PS5.
- Place the camera above or below your display with a clear view of your play area.
- Start the PS VR setup or the compatible feature that requires the camera.
- Follow the on-screen calibration steps if prompted.
Important Limitations
The PS4 Camera does not make PS5 games use PS VR, and it does not replace PS VR2 tracking. PS VR2 uses its own inside-out tracking system and does not require the PS4 Camera. Likewise, the PS5 HD Camera is a separate accessory and is not used for original PS VR tracking.
Troubleshooting
If the camera is not detected, disconnect the adaptor and reconnect it firmly. Try a different USB port on the PS5 and restart the console. Make sure the camera cable is fully seated in the adaptor, because the connection can feel secure even when it is slightly misaligned.
If tracking is poor, adjust room lighting, remove bright reflections behind you, and make sure the camera has a clear view of the headset and controllers. PS VR tracking works best when the camera is stable and the play area is evenly lit.
Should You Buy One Now?
If you already own original PS VR and want to use it with PS4 games on PS5, the PS4 Camera and adaptor are still useful. If you are buying accessories for PS5 streaming or general video capture, the PS5 HD Camera is usually the more appropriate option. For PS VR2, neither the PS4 Camera nor the adaptor is needed.
Bottom Line
You can use a PS4 Camera with PS5, but only with the proper adaptor and mostly for original PS VR compatibility. It is not a general upgrade for PS5 games, and it should not be confused with the PS5 HD Camera or PS VR2 tracking hardware.
