FreeBooth is open-source freeware for building a DIY photo booth. It works with cameras that connect to a PC and transfer images through tethering software, including DSLR cameras; supported cameras can connect over USB or WiFi. Guests can share photos by email, and sending can be postponed until an internet connection is available. Printing can be enabled, while printing and email sharing can each be disabled. An embedded server lets devices on the same network view the latest picture and a slideshow. Users can change the software’s colors for an event. The download page lists Windows 7, 8 and 10, Linux, and Mac OS X, and requires Java 7 or higher. English, Russian and German are listed as languages. Canon EOS Utility and gphoto2 are named as tested transfer software. FreeBooth is listed for photo capture, printing, lead capture and a live event gallery. Its maker invites questions and feature requests and says they will try to help.
Who it is for
FreeBooth suits people setting up a DIY photo booth with a PC-connected camera and tethering software. It may also suit event organizers who want optional printing, email sharing or a local slideshow.
What is good
- Free and open-source.
- Supports USB and WiFi camera connections.
- Email sharing can wait for internet access.
- Local network devices can view a slideshow.
- Printing and email sharing can be disabled.
What to know first
- Java 7 or higher is required.
- The listed Windows versions are 7, 8 and 10.
- Camera use depends on compatible tethering software.
Verdict
FreeBooth covers the core pieces of a DIY booth, including capture, optional printing and local slideshow viewing. Check the listed operating systems and Java requirement before setting it up.
FreeBooth plans and pricing
All plansCompared on photo booth software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Offline capture
- Yes
- Printing support
- Yes
- Lead capture
- Yes
- Capture modes
- photos
- Live event gallery
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Windows, Linux, macOS
