Elgato Video Capture Cards and Alternatives – Use Your Camera as a Webcam

How to use a camcorder, DSLR, mirrorless camera, or GoPro as a webcam for live streaming and recording on your computer?

You will need a HDMI to USB video capture device.

Here are the top three models…

Elgato Cam Link 4K

Easily connect your DSLR, camcorder, or action cam to your PC or Mac. Go live on any platform. Ultra-low-latency technology. Broadcast quality up to 1080p60 or 4K at 30 FPS. Real-Time Recording of footage directly to your hard drive. No drivers to install for Windows. Just plug and play. Works well on live streaming software such as OBS. It does require a powerful PC or laptop. Make sure to read thoroughly Elgato’s camera compatibility list. Check out the Elgato Cam Link 4K…

AVerMedia ExtremeCap UVC

A HDMI to USB 3 0 converter that sends videos to your computer for capturing and streaming. Simply connect an HDMI video source to your computer. Capture HDMI sources in 1080p60. Plug and play. No driver needed. Easily connect your DSLR or camcorder to your PC or Mac. Live mobile streaming. Compatible with mainstream 3rd party software. Supports Mac/Windows/Linux. Check out the Avermedia ExtremeCap UVC…

Magewell USB Capture HDMI Gen2

Compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Windows, Linux, Mac OS X; Supports up to 1920x1200p60 Video Input; Compatible with software such as OBS and Zoom. Cables are included with this product at no extra charge. There is no need to purchase extra cables. Check out the Magewell USB Capture HDMI Gen2…