Elgato - Cam Link 4K – Windows & macOS - Black
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- Video Input(s)HDMIVideo Output(s)HDMIMaximum Supported Resolution (Video Capture)2160p (4K) @ 60 FPSCompatible Platform(s)Mac/Windows
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Cam Link 4K transforms your DSLR or mirrorless camera into the ultimate webcam. One end connects to your cam’s HDMI port; the other to your computer via USB. Meet, stream, and record in stunning Full HD or even 4K up to 60 fps*. Ready to use right out of the box, Cam Link 4K works in your favorite apps—from OBS Studio to Zoom and Discord. It supports almost any camera, including camcorders, action cams, and iPhones**. With ultra-low latency, your video and audio are always in perfect sync. Connected to an iPad***, Cam Link 4K even helps you preview shots like a field monitor.
Great content made easy. Play stunning 4K60 HDR games without image quality loss or lag, and record or stream your adventures in beautiful Full HD 1080p60 resolution. Game Capture Neo sends two video signals from your console – one to your gaming screen and the other to your laptop, PC, Mac, or iPad. Capture everything you see and hear – gameplay, cutscenes, soundtrack – without watermarks or time limits, directly to your hard drive, YouTube, or Twitch. Stick to simple QuickTime recordings or develop your streaming expertise in OBS. As your skillset expands, Game Capture Neo evolves with your growing needs. So you can keep growing your community.
Showcase your gameplay at its best with Elgato Game Capture 4K S. Play and capture in crisp 4K60, ultra-smooth 1440p120, or even 1080p240—all with near-zero latency. With VRR passthrough, HDR10 capture on Windows, and analog audio input, this external USB-C card delivers pro-level features in a plug-and-play form factor. Whether you’re streaming or recording, it works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and iPadOS—no drivers needed. 4K S is compatible with OBS Studio, Streamlabs, Discord, Zoom, and more. Connect your PS5, Xbox, or docked Switch 2, and share your gameplay in cinematic detail.
8K60 passthrough, 4K60 capture! VRR and true 10-bit HDR. 4K Pro turns your high-end PC or dual PC setup into the ultimate streaming machine, and leaves your gameplay alone. Equipped with HDMI 2.1, you can even play in high resolutions at high frame rates, like 4K240, and capture ultra smooth 1080p240 footage of your performance – all while ultra-low latency circuitry keeps your gameplay and capture feed perfectly synced. From PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X to Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, even iPhone 15 – we’ve made sure 4K Pro plays beautifully with your beloved machine. Because you‘ve invested in high-end gear for the best gaming experience possible, and you shouldn’t have to compromise that.
| Pros for Elgato - Cam Link 4K – Windows & macOS - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Video Quality, Overall Performance, Compatibility, HDMI | Overall Performance, Video Quality, Compatibility, Ease of Use, Setup | Overall Performance, Compatibility, Latency | Overall Performance, Ease of use, Video Quality |
| Cons for Elgato - Cam Link 4K – Windows & macOS - Black | |||
| Price, Heat, Latency, Resolution, Software | Connectivity | Audio Quality, Setup Difficulty | Passthrough |
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Customers are pleased with the Cam Link 4K's ease of use and fantastic video quality. Many also appreciate its overall performance and compatibility with various devices using HDMI. Some customers have expressed concerns regarding the product's price, latency, and heat generation. Additionally, a few have mentioned issues with resolution and the quality of the software.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cheap and Awesome
These are awesome for a couple reasons. First, they are super easy to use. Literally just plug and play. 9 times outta 10 they work on the first try. The only time I had a minor minor hiccup what is fixed by putting it into a different USB slot on my computer. Turns out not all USB slots are equal some have a tad bit more power and that's the secret. Second reason these are awesome is because the 4K quality is insane. I built four or five complete YouTube/podcast Studios so far and have you to these in all over them multi camera set ups, etc. these are so awesome. And they're cheap.
DanS Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cam Link works out of the box with right camera
I've been using both a built-in camera and Logitech webcam for the past two years for both online work meetings and online Dungeons & Dragons games (via Zoom). We started streaming some of our D&D games on Twitch, so I wanted to use my Canon Rebel T5i compact DSLR for a better video. I checked the Elgato website and noticed that my camera was not listed, which I read to mean that neither Elgato nor Canon confirmed the T5i would work with the Cam Link. So I bought it anyway to try it. I can confirm that the T5i does not work as expected for video calls and live streaming. So I replaced the Canon with a Sony A7C. I can confirm that the A7C works, as long as you use a micro-HDMI (not mini) to HDMI cable. The Cam Link is plug-and-play for both Mac (my home computer is a late 2013 Macbook Pro 15) and Windows (my work computer is a 2021-22 HP Elitebook). Elgato recommends using their Camera Hub software for Mac (free download from their website), and it works fine on my 8-year-old laptop. The Cam Link is pretty wide, so Elgato included an 8-inch USB-A extension (pictured) so users like me can plug it into the the USB port next to the HDMI port. One thing to note is that Elgato states on its website that the Cam Link only works in a root USB port, and my attempt to use it with a USB hub (mine is not powered) did not work. The video image through the Cam Link looks really good, especially when I use a low-aperture lens to blur my background in-camera. I suggest checking your camera settings to make sure that it doesn't shut down during a longer session (this has to do with the camera, not the Cam Link). I ran a four-hour game over Zoom and didn't run into any issues while using the Cam Link. I chose to give the Cam Link five stars because the Cam Link itself is plug-and-play, and Elgato maintains useful information on its website. This dongle exceeds my expectations from both set up and effectiveness, and it even works with my dinosaur of a computer. The included short cable makes it easy to plug into any USB-A port. It may seem pricey, but I find the support and the ease-of-use make it worth the cost.
brimtlgtr Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for streaming or video production
Works great! Easy to use and download the software. It comes with adapters which was a nice inclusion. I use it for streaming and it’s very user friendly.
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