Using iPhone 4 as video input for iMovie

Hey everyone,
I've been wondering if it is possible to set up an iPhone 4 as the video input source for iMovie 11 so I can see on the Mac's screen what I'm pointing to iPhone at; to make sure it is in focus, etc. I know it's possible to set up other video cameras but I don't seem to be able to get the iPhone to work this way.
Is it possible, or am I on to a loser here?

Not possible. iMovie does not import from iPhone in real time. It will most likely be faster than real time based on how fast your Mac is.
If you have a USB web cam or a FireWire tape DV cam, you may be able to do this. Thes importn in real time.

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