Recording with QuickTime Player
Recording video You can make a movie using QuickTime Player and the built-in camera in your Mac. Just choose File > New Movie Recording. When the recording window appears, your iSight or FaceTime camera turns on (a green light appears by your Mac's built-in camera). If your Mac doesn't include a built-in camera, try connecting a FireWire or USB camera. Many of the same camera models recognized by iMovie are recognized by QuickTime player. If your camera isn't seen by QuickTime Player, make sure it's connected directly to your Mac, and is powered on. Press the circular record button once to start or stop your recording.