vMix had retained the same visual aesthetic for over a decade. While functional, the interface had begun to feel dated compared to competitors like OBS or Bitfocus Companion.
The small LCD strip on the Stream Deck+ can trigger instant macros, input switches, and state displays. 3. Underlying Framework and Performance Enhancements
A stable broadcast requires deep visibility into system hardware. vMix 27 introduces enhanced diagnostic telemetry directly into the user interface, giving operators real-time insight into potential system bottlenecks before they cause dropped frames. New Performance Indicators vmix 27
Social media integration has been overhauled. vMix 27 now supports threaded comments from YouTube Live and Twitch chat directly inside the Title Editor. You can pull in "Super Chats" as graphic overlays automatically, and a new moderation queue prevents profanity from appearing on air.
Previously, creating a vertical stream required running an entirely separate vMix instance or utilizing clunky cropping tricks that compromised resolution. vMix 27 introduces a that native platforms recognize seamlessly. vMix had retained the same visual aesthetic for
| Feature | vMix 27 (Pro) | Blackmagic ATEM Mini Extreme | OBS Studio (Free) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 1000 (virtual & physical) | 8 HDMI | Unlimited (CPU dependent) | | Max Resolution | 8K | 1080p60 | 4K | | Instant Replay | Full 4K slo-mo (built-in) | None | Plugin only (unstable) | | Audio Busses | 8 (EFX, Headphones, Stream, Record, AUX 1-4) | 2 (Main + Headphones) | 3 (Desktop, Mic, Aux) | | Price | $350 (One-time Pro license) | $995 (Hardware) | Free | | AI Features | Yes (Tracking, Auto-reframe) | No | Via plugins only |
The AI tracking in vMix 27 means a university lecturer can wear a simple lavalier mic, walk around a whiteboard, and a single 4K camcorder will follow them. No robotics technician needed. The feature also allows you to create 4 "virtual cameras" from one 4K source (e.g., Close-up, Wide, Whiteboard Left, Whiteboard Right). New Performance Indicators Social media integration has been
Which (like Zoom integration or AV1) are you most eager to implement? What hardware setup (CPU/GPU) are you currently using? Share public link
The number of simultaneous participants you can bring into your production scales with the vMix edition you license: : Supports up to 1 Zoom participant feed.