Customer Ratings & Reviews

I got this "Cam Link 4k" so that I could stream directly from my camera to my computer, and it does that very well. I have a sony a6000 camera, which I connect to the cam link using an HDMI cable; The cam link plugs into one of my computer's USB 3 type A ports. I use the program OBS, and once the camera is turned on OBS detected it immediately as a "Video Capture Device". To set it up in OBS, I selected the 'Plus' sign under "Sources", then chose Video Capture Device. In the "Device" dropdown menu, I selected the Cam Link 4K. This picks up the camera signal immediately. Also, the Cam Link works exactly the same on my Linux and Windows 10 desktops, I didn't need to install any drivers or anything. A few things to note: -The Cam Link 4K comes with a USB 3 Type A extension cable, thats about 1' long. This is really useful because if you are moving your camera around, the HDMI cable strain on the Cam Link, but that doesn't matter, because the device is not plugged directly into a USB port. -OBS can detect the camera without needing any other software. I thought I needed to download the Elgato software, but it was unnecessary; And, since I had my camera streaming to the Elgato program, it actually prevented OBS from detecting the camera until I ended to program. -By default, my a6000 camera displays a bunch of information (battery %, exposure, etc), and this gets picked up by OBS. To fix this, you go to MENU, then go to the 'toolbox' tab on the right, and then go to '3'. Select "HDMI Info. Display", and select "OFF". Also, for HDMI Resolution I have 1080p, and "CTRL FOR HDMI" set to 'On'; not sure if those actually affect anything, but it works for me. -I definitely recommend getting a 'Dummy Battery', which basically is an AD to DC power supply that plugs from a wall outlet directly into the camera's battery compartment. Just be sure to get the correct one, that fits your camera. For the sony a6000 its the NP-FW50.

Great solution for converting the HDMI camera output in higher end cameras to USB for use with live streaming meetings from computers. Generated a little more heat that expected, but worked flawlessly, maintaining a solid reliable stream.

This works fine for 1080p, as you can stream 1080p at 60fps without any issues. However, if you want to delve into 4K, you'll be stuck at 30fps. I would recommend the Elgato 4K X instead, as it can stream not only at 60fps, but beyond. The CamLink is long in the tooth and should be lower-priced since there haven't been significant updates in a few years.

Really good capture card excellent quality with a great performance

This is a great device has great software support. Great hardware support as far as drivers and everything goes. I’ve used cheaper systems in the past which worked out fine but tend to be a little glitchy at times windows find this device every time it works exactly how it’s supposed to and going DSLR for streaming doesn’t get any better. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I love this, I just wish it was bulkier but works fine. Sometimes I worry about overheating issues

Super simple to use, had my setup going in less than 10 minutes. Plug and play, great video quality. Perfect for live streams. Worked great with my DSLR and SONY Handicam.

So convenient and works right out of the box. Used it on my Sony camcorder to use as a webcam for higher quality and zooming options when broadcasting event meetings over WebEx, Teams, and Zoom. Becomes instantly selectable as Camlink 4K in the camera drop down menu in these applications. No other configuration needed!

works how I wanted it too great way to capture video from your camera without having to pay for subscriptions to do it and zero latency when using it for live-streaming. works flawless with both windows and Mac and instantly recognized in obs literally just plug and play

Didn't know this existed until we had to go on coronavirus lockdown back in 2020. I was able to use my old Canon Vixia video camera, hook it up the Elgato Cam Link 4K (not entirely straight forward plug-n-play)... but eventually, it worked. You need to read through Elgato's website to see if your camera or video cam is compatible. Make sure your camera has a micro HDMI or mini-HDMI output, connect your camera to the Cam Link 4K with an Full HDMI cable. What you need to make this work: 1) Depending on your camera video output options, you will need either a Micro HDMI to Full HDMI cable or Mini HDMI to Full HDMI cable; I think some high-end cameras have Full HDMI output connectivity 2) Your computer needs to have at least USB 3.0 INPUT CONS: This unit is not cheap. So before you invest, do your research on your camera compatibility.

Works great. Good 4K! We use it for streaming and recording and it does both very well.

Exceptional device. Works against a a range of systems. For best result, provide a discrete GPU and USB3. Excellent results when paired with a camera like Canon 7D MKII and a cheap prime lens. If the host system is a laptop, expect higher than normal fan output during streams. The last key component for those Zoom/Google meet sessions now so common in daily life. To get the most out of it: send the input through OBS software, use that software output as your camera source. You can refine/customize the results even more.

In The End I Didn'T Even Have To Use It Or Anything But It'S From The El Gato Brand And I Think It'S One Of The Best When We Talk About Live Videos.

I am not a streamer. I use this with my mirrorless camera to push video to Zoom via OBS. I'm not a camera guy. I am a guy who needed better quality video for work. Web cams were not cutting it. Here is my setup: sony a5100 > Cam Link 4K > OBS > Zoom I am still not sure why a $2,000 laptop and a $500 camera need an extra $140 widget to make video appear in Zoom. However, Elgato claimed the Cam Link 4K would solve this problem, and it has delivered on that promise so far. Also, I imagine I am not unique. This is a relatively cookie cutter approach. The video quality is excellent. KEY NOTE ON INITIAL SETUP / FRUSTRATIONS Initially, I kept getting a black screen in OBS when I first started using this device. Ultimately, I needed to fix something in OBS. However, I needed to go to Elgato's troubleshooting page to fix this. Again, I call this out because I am using this for a pretty pedestrian approach. So other users may likely experience same frustration. Hopefully think makes your life easier. If you have this issue, go here and search "USB Transfer Mode" on the page https://help.elgato.com/hc/en-us/articles/360041899471-Cam-Link-4K-Troubleshooting-Frozen-Video The instructions were simple and easy. Do not waste any time with any non-Elgato blogs until you take this step. I already made this mistake for you (I wasted about 8 hours before I went to my local Best Buy. Those guys were great. They provided quick diagnosis).

Haven't used it a ton, but the amount I did I loved it. Pretty easy to setup and use once the research is done (I recommend researching everything before purchasing, including to see if your camera is compatible). Also seemed to preserve the camera's quality really well.

Works perfect for capturing video from our HDMI camcorder and mirrorless cameras.

It's pretty awesome for streamers or anyone wanting to up their cam quality. Super easy to use, turns your camera into a top-notch webcam, and the video quality is fantastic. A bit pricey, but totally worth it for the quality boost.

This CamLink is perfect for what I need to do. Pairing it with my Sony Cam helps provide a clean, professional video feed for those who are viewing my dad’s church services on-line. I simply plugged it in to my computer’s USB port and it was immediately recognized. I can tell the difference between utilizing a standard $20 HD capture card and the CamLink, which makes the $125 price tag worth the purchase. I would highly recommend buying this product.

I went to the Best Buy in Manchester CT and the manager of the computer section told me that it was impossible to connect HDMI to USB and I must be thinking of the other way around I got home and went to bestbuy.com and found this. The only store in the area with it in stock was Manchester CT. So I ordered it on line. It does a great job. The video from whatever source it is connected to looks great. It does exactly what I need.

Cam Link 4K is the perfect tech tool. You plug it in, then forget about it. It converts an HDMI signal, say from a camera, into USB for the computer. I use this for live streaming a DSLR camera. It requires no drivers for Mac or Windows, connects in a heartbeat, glows with a soft white bar when in use and you never think about it again. Supports up to a 4K image, I'm using it for 1920 x 1080 / 30 fps.