The display will always turn off after 30 minutes. There is no way of changing this except to touch a button (half press the shutter for example). However, the camera can be set to never turn off the HDMI output.
I do believe you can continuous charge the battery whilst shooting via usb c. I link to an Anker Power delivery pack to charge whilst shooting. I think this would work with a mains usb c charger plugged in
You're welcome. I actually have not tested the Webcam App by Canon on my M1. But the resolution wasn't great the previous times I tested it… so I am very happy using the HDMI capture cards I have.
That was a great video Chris. Two questions if I may. Firstly did you notice any audio lag or video lag when you are using it on Skype or Zoom? Secondly, did you film this video using the Canon EOS-R? If so, what lens did you use with it? Thanks again for this video. Very useful !
did you have to purchase a micro USB to HDMI cable separately? my canon eos m50 mark II did not come with one and wonder if buying a separate one is what is needed. my mirco USB cable plugs in at a USB source currently.
Very good orientation, thanks! In my situation, you helped me to notice that it’s too much technical consideration for me. So will need to consider a simple web cam. 👍
That is an absolutely valid choice for many. You really need to take all aspects into consideration from camera, cables, power, and the capabilities of the cameras. So, for some it surely is best to chose a product that offers it as a done deal. Glad this video was helpful for you in this way. 🌸
My Canon R5 works well connecting the USB micro right into my Mac Pro. Ecamm immediately detects it and it works. But I'm not sure if the quality is as good or not. I just got the Elgato Cam Link and am trying it now.
These days many cameras support USB webcam feature. I have a Sony ZV 1 which can directly be used as webcam using the USB streaming feature. But there are limitations in resolution and audio routing. Only up to 720p is supported. The Camlink 4k is way better in quality.
Hi Neil, that is true. Sony, Canon, GoPro (and probably others) do have features like that. However only with quality limits as you already pointed out. In the case of Canon it's not even 720p for example. And to be honest, nowadays with the option of cheap 1080p HDMI capture cards for like 15€ it's kind of a no brainer to go that route.
@@ChrisSpiegl I did not use a Canon but even the 720p on Sony seems gimmicky in these days of 4k. I had used a USD 10 no brand HDMI capture card and worked well enough. But suddenly it stopped working during a stream and then I bought the Camlink 4k. The cheap card still works but I'm reluctant to rely. But it is a very good option.
@@NeelsWorld Thanks for your update. I think the CamLink 4k is great but overkill for most. The cheap cards have worked great for us, even doing 3-4 hours of active work. I now use the ATEM Mini mostly because that gives more options and the ability to record. So my computer does not have to do that part 👍.
@@ChrisSpiegl yes, Camlink 4k is a costly investment. The cheap cards work well and give the most bang for the buck. One should get one instead of sticking to the oem USB method for better quality.
It's a HDMI - HDMI cable that goes from the camera to the Elgato CamLink 4k and then the CamLink is connected to the laptop via USB or a USB to USB-C Adapter.
The EOS Utility has nothing to do with the Elgato Camlink. You need to use either the Elgato streaming program, OBS, or just use the webcam in another program like Skype or so.
For MacBook Pro are you saying I need another adapter to go between the cam link and the hdmi port? I am getting the audio to come through but not the image.
Hi, the GoPro 8, 9, 10, and 11 work just plugged in via USB C to A, with the GoPro software. Looks pretty good, but obvs not DSLR quality, and they only output at 1080p.
Hi Chris. When I use OBS for recording or live streaming, I always get the autofocus square following me around and I can't seem to switch it off unless I use the EOS utility desktop all and run it in the background. Is there a way to live stream via the Canon EOS R directly into OBS without having to open the Canon Utility app? If so, how can I remove the white square that follows me around. Also another comment on the tutorial, you went through a lot of camera functions fairly quickly and it was very tough to catch up..
Thank you for your feedback 🌸 that's always interesting to read (funny enough: I recently have been getting a lot of comments from people telling me to speed things up 🙈 - who knows how that's gonna go). In terms of video capture and the white square: What you are seeing there can have two reasons. One is that you are not in video mode but in photo mode. You can switch between them by pressing the mode dial and then info to get into video shooting mode. Then there is another setting where you can switch the HDMI display setting between "internal + clean external" and "external with display info". You will want to chose the "Internal + Clean External" setting. That setting may be hard to find, it's also not really in those words, but it's there I'm sure. Just can't confirm right now. With that you will get a clean HDMI signal which you then capture with whatever HDMI video capturing device you'd like to use.
@@ChrisSpiegl thanks Chris! I will give it a try. yes I was in photo mode and not video mode.. As for the HDMI, I couldn't find that setting.. I thought I had the Canon EOSR but I have the EOS RP.. I know I wasn't impressed with myself when I realized I couldn't read the type of my camera correctly.. anyway :) Is there another function/ path to get a clean HDMI signal for the EOS RP?
@@ConversationswithLoulou Great, that's one step closer I guess. Here is a video that shows the settings on the EOS RP as far as I can see: ruclips.net/video/f-RliOOyDCM/видео.html Hope that helps.
Hi Chris, if you're on a Mac, you can connect a Canon camera without any capture card, by using Ecamm Live software. And with the pro subscription you can use the feed as a virtual webcam in any other software :)
@@ChrisSpiegl Thanks I didn't know it was up to 720p only. Oh by the way they've just announced additional compatibility for other brands by I didn't manage to connect the a6600 yet. Got to go through the HD60S+
Yes, the HDMI capture card does give you a much better result. However, you can also choose a cheap capture card and don't have to purchase the CamLink 4k (if you don't need 4k).
Great video! Thank you. You did say to let you know if there was a camera that you could plug in without a capture card. I used my eosR for two weeks without one. Plugged it in by usb-c using CamTwist and Camera Live software. But it now has stopped working. No idea why. 🤷🏽♂️
Hello Sir , I bought Canon SL3 but it is not working with Elgato Camlink capture device as I want to stream beyond 30 minutes but after 30 minutes my camera stops capturing any thing and it display to press recording Button to continue capturing moving shooting can you please tell me ?
When using the video capture, do you need a memory to be inserted in the camera?? Because I have a Canon 700D and the memory card port does not work, please let me know this is an option.
If I'm not mistaken the Nikon Z5 , 6 and 6ii can be used as a webcam through the usb port and just using the Nikon webcam utility I think. I've used it for zoom meetings
That sounds very helpful. I have not used Nikon cameras but I know that Canon has a similar program. However, the resolution (of the Canon Webcam Utility) is not even 1080p… but at least it works.
Can you please suggest best lens for Can EOS R Camera 🎥 ? and I’m currently using default one 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Lens (3075C032) ,so, I would like to buy some advanced lens for this Camera, please suggest on it. Thank you 🙏
Suggestions like this are basically never possible because I and anyone else do not know your main use case. The best thing you can do is look which focal length you use most and then look what Canon has on offer in those areas. For example: you use your 24-105 mostly in the 24 - 35mm range? Maybe it'd be great to get the 15-35mm f/2.8? Or you mostly use 70-105? Could look into the 70-200mm f/4 or f/2.8. Or you look for primes in the most used focal length areas. Like: a fixed 35mm, 50mm, or 85mm.
You can run the mic through the camera. My partner uses that setup with the rode wireless go for yoga sessions. Personally, I mostly use the Zoom F6 and the Oktava MK 012 or the Shure Beta 57a (for podcasts) and those are connected via XLR to the F6 and that via USB to the MacBook. The downside however is that there is a couple milliseconds difference in the video which you don’t have when using the mic connected to the camera directly. Happy streaming. 🌸
At 2:20 you mention that you could use the USB connection w/ EOS Utility but say "that's not what we're going for." I'm confused as to why not save the money on a capture card and instead just use the USB connect with EOS Utility to get to a live stream? Is there a difference in quality? I'm just not sure why you would have EOS Utility available and then not use it.
Hi. What camara do u recomend for a livestream church service, with good autofocus, full frame qualitt budget camera, or this "overpriced camera" still the best one? What about the canon eos rp? Ty
For this use case I would recommend a camera that does 1080p and auto focus and I would most likely go with a Sony camera. Despite using Canon at the moment myself. I am constantly looking at the Sony a6400 because it can record for longer than 30 minutes, has HDMI output, a microphone input, and features interchangeable lenses. Now, it's not full frame but non the less an incredible camera. In the Full Frame are I'd say the RP is a great camera, however, maybe the Sony a7 would also be a good choice there. they are affordable and have 1080p as well. Of course you can always go higher with the money spending. But keep in mind that for a quality life stream you just need 1080p and not 4k. So you can easily look at models that are not the newest. Good luck and happy streaming.
When i connect my m50 mark ii via elgaro capture card to obs after some seconds my display screen only from camera go black. How can i keep it open so i can use it for monitor?
I would take the Zoom H4n and connect it to the Computer via USB and then use that as my microphone. But if you don't want to do that, you can also use the Line-Out of the Zoom H4n and connect that to your camera and use that. The Elgato CamLink does provide the sound from the cameras mic to the computer. So that works either way. Good luck.
very helpful video I will buy now the cam link+mini hdmi to hdmi for my Canon EOS M50. How I wish they her 4K resolution with webcam from elgato to avoid connecting digitcal camera cuz hard everytime to plug and and plug. I prefer permenant webcam to place on monitor and Keylight.
Sorry,can you please explain Fps I didn't understand. I am a live streamer and want to stream in 1920×1080 60fps so what should I choose is camera and shutter speed to get it?Thank you
I want to connect my EOS R to android tablet S8 ultra ; to use it as a monitor for my cam . how can I get the best quality 4k results?? And do u recommend a specific Vedio capture card ???
If it is possible to use a UVC type camera model (aka a usb webcam), then you could use something like the CamLink 4k which is a very nice HDMI capture card. Though, if you only want to use it as a monitor, I also wouldn't mind using less than 4k since the S8 Ultra screen is not big enough to really see a huge difference between 4k and 1080p.
Hello How can I make the camera not showing off after "x" minutes?(i don't press record,i'm only stay at the image with my face). I use canon2000d with camlink, and I put auto off in disable but.... the same camera goes in standby :(
Hello Chris! Can you message how I can live stream my kids football games to RUclips, Facebook or Instagram? Is that even an option to do? I have a canon EOS r10. Do I have to get the items you’re speaking of on this video? I have a laptop to take to games if I need to. But prefer not to. Please let me know. Thank you in advance
You could live stream directly from your phone. There are streaming apps / or you use the RUclips app straight up. Alternatively, you can connect the R10 to your laptop via USB and it can work as a camera for the live stream as well. I am not 100% (I don't own the R10) you may need to download a Canon Webcam utility to connect the camera.
I realize your shot the EOS canon video two months ago but since then Canon has released a beta stream utility and was wondering if using the Elgato link and cam in conjunction with the canon beta app (USB connection) is advisable or is it overkill? I’m trying to go through Vmax so use my canon USB cable to go into Vmax and then when I stream out to you to Facebook to go via the Elgato.
Thank you for the video. Very informative and actionable content. I've been following these steps using the cam link 4k and a canon eos r and dummy battery. Everything was going well with the setup. The problem begins after the dummy battery is plugged in. The moment that the cam link plugs in to the computer's usb port, my canon eos r screen goes blank & PC does not recognise the camera. Changing the camera settings doesn't seem to help. Can someone tell me how to fix this? I've been working on it for a while with no success. Thanks
Hello, looking for a suggestion. The 5D Mark IV needs to have the LCD screen off in order to stream longer than 30 minutes. We have it off and have just controlled the camera via phone or computer. Today, somehow the wifi is off on the camera and since the screen is off, I have no way to access either the screen setting or the wifi settings. I can't operate the menu screen in the blind. Do you have any suggestions for accessing either please? Or even a factory reset, but I can't even see to do that. Is there another way? Thank you!!
I would try unplugging the HDMI cable or switching the mode dial to a different mode than the one it is in right now. That should give you the monitor back? Maybe that works.
Does this Cam Link and OBS work well with 5D Mark IV Canon on a Mac? Thanks as this info would help me decide whether to buy a Cam Link or not. I've got a 5D Mark IV camera and need to start recording music videos.
Hey Dan, I don't own the 5D IV. The best thing is to check the Elgato website for the CamLink compatible cameras. The one thing you have to look out for is if the camera can output a clean HDMI feed (and I would assume the 5D IV does that). Then it would work 👍.
@@dandna1855 That's great, but it's not the same as a clean HDMI output. The internal and the external LCD are different from each other and for the Cam Link you'd need the HDMI output. But it looks like you are in luck as this video shows how it would be setup: ruclips.net/video/XDYsfViUtx0/видео.html
Hey man! Thanks for video! Some questions, maybe you tried: 1. Has it any sense to use CLog3 over Cam Link 4k? 2. Can Ninja V increase quality? 3. How to reduce "digital" look and have more cinemtic look over Cam Link 4k? Thanks in advance.
I made a video about that ruclips.net/video/Di3esm3odVc/видео.html However… latest release (aka a7sIII) made me kinda regret it. 😅 My main reasons were (at the time): - missing the canon form factor - not having a flip screen on the Sony cameras - colors of canon Now… I would think thrice. And I am actually considering a a7c, a7s3 and the a6400 line for different projects. Namely because they all shoot 30min+!
Hi! I am using the same excat set-up with the EOS R and the Elgato Cam Link, I have the Power Saving settings set to 30 min. Disable and Disable, However for me when that 30 minutes is up and the LCD turns off the HDMI output shuts off as well so I have to touch the screen to wake it back up or restart the camera. Do you have any idea why this might be the case?
Do you by any possibility have the camera in Photo mode instead of video mode? And if it is in video mode, do you have the HDMI out set to the clean hdmi signal? I have never had this happen with my settings.
@@ChrisSpiegl Turns out it was the "HDMI Display" setting, I had it on just display for computer but according to the manual, it won't override the timer unless it is set to both computer and camera options!
Hello Chris, Great video, thanks! I am using Canon R7 camera for Facebook livestream and I am having an issue, my camera goes to sleep after 30 min. Could you please tell me what I should do to avoid this. My live-streamings are usually longer than 30 min. Please help! Thanks.
There is a setting in the Video settings of the R type cameras which is "auto power off" and you have to set this to "never" or whatever the menu options are.
I have cam link 4k, Macbook pro and OBS. When I do live streaming the video in live stream lags behind the actual by around 27 seconds. What can I do to fix this?
Hi Chris, can you recommend a usbc male to usb A 3.0 female dongle to run the cam link through a macbook pro? I have searched the internet high and low to solve the problem of the black screen that seems to plague connecting the camlinks usb type A through the macbooks usb type C/thunderbolt connection.
That is only partially true. Yes you can use the canon EOS Webcam Utility - however, that does not provide audio to your computer and it also does not provide 4k (not even 1080p). I have a comparison of the cam link vs. the Usb solution on my channel here: ruclips.net/video/HEZl2YlWMek/видео.html So the usb solution works. It’s just not as good as a cam link (or a cheaper alternative).
When using the video capture, do you need a memory to be inserted in the camera?? Because I have a Canon 700D and the memory card port does not work, please let me know this is an option.
Question: My camera video feed doesn’t show?? I’m using the M50, cam link and OBS, but getting no picture. Am I missing something? Using Mac book pro, with an adapter for the USB port. Any thoughts? Thanks for the help!
Hey Chris : do you have the camera settings to use for the Sony A6500 or A7 ii. I cant get out of the 60 fps. . Meaning my capture /streaming soft always captures at 60 fps which is making the audio to video out of sync.. thanks
Hi, I don't have the Sony A7ii here to take a look but it should be possible to switch to movie mode, then set the frame rate and also go into the HDMI settings and see if that's setup correctly it should give you the right fps signal. However, you are describing that you are seeing audio drift / out of sync audio, that should not be an issue either way - unless you have the mic connected directly to your computer and the camera in a different way. Then, of course, you should be able t use audio sync settings (in OBS under "Advanced Audio Preferences" or something like that). Let me know if this helped or if I may be able to give you more details in another way. Cheers.
@@ChrisSpiegl thanks for replying. I tried it on the A6500 . In movie mode I can get it to see the Camlink. However it always says 1080 p at 60 fps. Even though the camera is set in movie mode/4K at 24 fps? .
@@billbuckleytutorials my suggestion is to look deeper into the menu settings and there look for the HDMI output. That may be set up differently. Sorry that I can’t be more helpful. But I don’t have the Sony cameras here. 😅 so I don’t know them menues very well.
Hi, I am using a EOS m50 with a Elgato cam link. However, I am having trouble getting my Movo vxr10 microphone to stay active after I connect the HDMI to the camera and it connects to the computer. What is the issue?
I'm interested to know what camera you are using now to shoot this video. I've been trying to get the kind of setup clarity you have now with the m50 to no avail. Would appreciate any comments and how this can be achieved. I want the front to be lit up like yours but the back to be a bit dark.
Hi Chris Any chance you can have a video on similar to this but using multiple camera. I lookjng to do live for my Church using 2 camera( live on RUclips). Not sure what other device should i buy?thank you so much
The super expensive Elgato capture cards (or other brands) are no longer needed for Most recent Canon DSLRs and mirrorless cameras: in early May Canon USA released a beta version of ‘eos utility’ which allows a lot of Canon cameras to be used as webcams in OBS studio, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. It does not cover all models at the time of release, and it is low Rez: 1024x576 for my 6D Mark II which still looks way way better than laptop webcams or other webcams. Users report being able to use this in the US (obviously), Britain and Canada (I suspect it works if your region’s set up is ‘English’. Works for me in Canada. CameraLabs channel did an hour long live stream with this set up a few days ago.
Yes, mic connected to the camera will automatically transmit through the HDMI and by that be available as a audio input on the computer (in OBS, Zoom, etc).
Brother pls can u help me my question to u is capture card has 2 side so In camera which cable we need and other side of elgato which we connect to pc at that side which cable we need pls answer.
The Capture card probably has one HDMI port and a USB stick looking side. The USB-Stick looking one is going to the PC and the HDMI side is the one where you have the connection to your camera. The cable you need depends on your camera because some have mini HDMI or micro HDMI ports and the capture cards usually have full size HDMI ports.
Hey Chris, great video! I was wondering if the camlink also deal with the sound. Ex: if you connect a rode mic, plug it on your Canon R, will you get the sound and video through the camlink? Thanks!
Great Video! Question. What are you using to record audio? Are you able to hook up an external mic? Does the mic input on the EOS R transfer the audio across? Thanks
@@ChrisSpiegl Thank you so much for your reply! A huge help. I have a Rode VideoMic I will plan on using... now just to find a Cam Link 4k in stock somewhere.
@@ChrisSpiegl Hi, thanks for the video. I am new to this world. I have a Canon EOS 80D that I am using to stream for work, and also a Rode VideoMic connected to the Canon. All good with the video, but in my case I am not getting any audio input from the camera trough the HDMI-Cam Link. I am seeing the audio levels on the Canon EOS 80D, but seems that I am not getting any audio signal to the Digital Audio Interface Cam Link 4K. Would you be able to tell me if the Canon EOS 80D should behave like the EOS R? Or can you point me to a web reference?
The CamLink 4k is still great - but very expensive. There are way cheaper alternatives on the market I would recommend to buy. They may not provide 4k but most people also don't need that and are fine with a 1080p signal. So… yea, overall still a great setup and one we use every week.
Mine is the Canon EOS R - no number. It was the first canon Mirrorless and it still has the mini HDMI instead of the micro. Luckily the cable clamp 🗜️ is pretty good on the newer cameras to hold the micro hdmi in place.
thanks for the great tutorial but I´m having lots of trouble with my EOS R + the Utility Software. Everytime I click on live view shoot the software has a camera disconnect and closes itself.. although the camera still shows in the windows explorer. Tried both USB C ports with same result. The software is working just fine on mobile/tablet.. seems it doesn´t really like that usb c connection -.-
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This is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for a clear and organized video. You deserve more subs!
Can you record the 4k video in clog in the camera sd card and live stream simultaneously?
Yes, that is possible. Though you have to hit record every 30 minutes since the Canon EOS R does stop to record after 30 minutes.
Thank you so much for a really informative video. Just what I needed.
Thank you, I am glad you found it helpful.
My EOS r6 turns off after just 30 minutes and I cannot keep the display on longer during live streaming, have you found a way to fix this?
The display will always turn off after 30 minutes. There is no way of changing this except to touch a button (half press the shutter for example). However, the camera can be set to never turn off the HDMI output.
I have been looking tirelessly for an answer all over the web that this video provided! THANK YOU SO MUCH! Gave you the like, and you need more subs!
Thank you, I appreciate this message a lot 🌸.
I bookmarked this particular video. Thank you so much
@@ChrisSpiegl Not yet. I can't find any camlink 4k anywhere. it's sold out on evry store here in my country
I do believe you can continuous charge the battery whilst shooting via usb c. I link to an Anker Power delivery pack to charge whilst shooting. I think this would work with a mains usb c charger plugged in
Great video; best thus far on setting Canon DSLR up for webcam/streaming. Thank you for your time saving and cost saving video. Outstanding!
Very welcome! Thank you for your comment 🌸.
For Mac streaming, Ecamm live accepts USB right from the EOS R as well as many other Canon cameras.
Amazing video, thank you for the info
I appreciate that, thanks 🌸.
Amazing video, thank you so much! I'm looking foward to test it on my Canon T5, wich is pretty laggy using straight USB with EOS Utility
canon's webcam app seems to have issues with M1 macs and this just saved me. Thanks!
You're welcome. I actually have not tested the Webcam App by Canon on my M1. But the resolution wasn't great the previous times I tested it… so I am very happy using the HDMI capture cards I have.
Thank you for this video, it was so helpful
Glad it was helpful!
Chris thank you for this in depth tutorial! I just need to know where I can purchase a “dummy battery” for my Canon Rebel t6i. Thanks!
That was a great video Chris. Two questions if I may. Firstly did you notice any audio lag or video lag when you are using it on Skype or Zoom? Secondly, did you film this video using the Canon EOS-R? If so, what lens did you use with it? Thanks again for this video. Very useful !
did you have to purchase a micro USB to HDMI cable separately? my canon eos m50 mark II did not come with one and wonder if buying a separate one is what is needed. my mirco USB cable plugs in at a USB source currently.
Great content and the video is put together really well.
Very good orientation, thanks! In my situation, you helped me to notice that it’s too much technical consideration for me. So will need to consider a simple web cam. 👍
That is an absolutely valid choice for many. You really need to take all aspects into consideration from camera, cables, power, and the capabilities of the cameras. So, for some it surely is best to chose a product that offers it as a done deal. Glad this video was helpful for you in this way. 🌸
My Canon R5 works well connecting the USB micro right into my Mac Pro. Ecamm immediately detects it and it works. But I'm not sure if the quality is as good or not. I just got the Elgato Cam Link and am trying it now.
These days many cameras support USB webcam feature. I have a Sony ZV 1 which can directly be used as webcam using the USB streaming feature. But there are limitations in resolution and audio routing. Only up to 720p is supported. The Camlink 4k is way better in quality.
Hi Neil, that is true. Sony, Canon, GoPro (and probably others) do have features like that. However only with quality limits as you already pointed out. In the case of Canon it's not even 720p for example. And to be honest, nowadays with the option of cheap 1080p HDMI capture cards for like 15€ it's kind of a no brainer to go that route.
@@ChrisSpiegl I did not use a Canon but even the 720p on Sony seems gimmicky in these days of 4k. I had used a USD 10 no brand HDMI capture card and worked well enough. But suddenly it stopped working during a stream and then I bought the Camlink 4k. The cheap card still works but I'm reluctant to rely. But it is a very good option.
@@NeelsWorld Thanks for your update. I think the CamLink 4k is great but overkill for most. The cheap cards have worked great for us, even doing 3-4 hours of active work.
I now use the ATEM Mini mostly because that gives more options and the ability to record. So my computer does not have to do that part 👍.
@@ChrisSpiegl yes, Camlink 4k is a costly investment. The cheap cards work well and give the most bang for the buck. One should get one instead of sticking to the oem USB method for better quality.
thanks for the info it helped!
Glad it helped!
Great Video thank you
Can you tell us what were the cables/connectors you used on the setup? Was that a HDMI to Mini USB that went front Elgato to the Laptop?
It's a HDMI - HDMI cable that goes from the camera to the Elgato CamLink 4k and then the CamLink is connected to the laptop via USB or a USB to USB-C Adapter.
does this not support HDMI out in 4k? why are you only using 1080?
Thanks for the clear explanation Chris, but my EOS Utility doesn't recognize my M50, any idea what's going on? I connect it with the Elgato CamLink
The EOS Utility has nothing to do with the Elgato Camlink. You need to use either the Elgato streaming program, OBS, or just use the webcam in another program like Skype or so.
For MacBook Pro are you saying I need another adapter to go between the cam link and the hdmi port? I am getting the audio to come through but not the image.
Very helpful, thank you!
Hi, the GoPro 8, 9, 10, and 11 work just plugged in via USB C to A, with the GoPro software. Looks pretty good, but obvs not DSLR quality, and they only output at 1080p.
That's right. Nowadays, the GoPros do support this which is really nice.
Thank you ❤️
BLOGMAYSTER thank you 😊
Hi Chris. When I use OBS for recording or live streaming, I always get the autofocus square following me around and I can't seem to switch it off unless I use the EOS utility desktop all and run it in the background. Is there a way to live stream via the Canon EOS R directly into OBS without having to open the Canon Utility app? If so, how can I remove the white square that follows me around. Also another comment on the tutorial, you went through a lot of camera functions fairly quickly and it was very tough to catch up..
Thank you for your feedback 🌸 that's always interesting to read (funny enough: I recently have been getting a lot of comments from people telling me to speed things up 🙈 - who knows how that's gonna go).
In terms of video capture and the white square:
What you are seeing there can have two reasons. One is that you are not in video mode but in photo mode. You can switch between them by pressing the mode dial and then info to get into video shooting mode.
Then there is another setting where you can switch the HDMI display setting between "internal + clean external" and "external with display info".
You will want to chose the "Internal + Clean External" setting. That setting may be hard to find, it's also not really in those words, but it's there I'm sure. Just can't confirm right now.
With that you will get a clean HDMI signal which you then capture with whatever HDMI video capturing device you'd like to use.
@@ChrisSpiegl thanks Chris! I will give it a try. yes I was in photo mode and not video mode.. As for the HDMI, I couldn't find that setting.. I thought I had the Canon EOSR but I have the EOS RP.. I know I wasn't impressed with myself when I realized I couldn't read the type of my camera correctly.. anyway :) Is there another function/ path to get a clean HDMI signal for the EOS RP?
@@ConversationswithLoulou Great, that's one step closer I guess. Here is a video that shows the settings on the EOS RP as far as I can see: ruclips.net/video/f-RliOOyDCM/видео.html
Hope that helps.
@@ChrisSpiegl OMG!! You have no idea how helpful this is!! I spent hours googling trying to find a solution.. thank you so so much
@@ConversationswithLoulou Glad I could help, happy streaming.
Hi Chris, if you're on a Mac, you can connect a Canon camera without any capture card, by using Ecamm Live software. And with the pro subscription you can use the feed as a virtual webcam in any other software :)
@@ChrisSpiegl Thanks I didn't know it was up to 720p only. Oh by the way they've just announced additional compatibility for other brands by I didn't manage to connect the a6600 yet. Got to go through the HD60S+
Chris can this be used with a cell phone like the Note 9?
DSLR - HDMI < CamLink > Note 9 - Screen Recorder Software, etc.
so should i get this? if money isn't a factor, and for future purposes?
So my understanding is that this solution gives better results than the Canon webcam utility software?
Yes, the HDMI capture card does give you a much better result. However, you can also choose a cheap capture card and don't have to purchase the CamLink 4k (if you don't need 4k).
Great video! Thank you. You did say to let you know if there was a camera that you could plug in without a capture card. I used my eosR for two weeks without one. Plugged it in by usb-c using CamTwist and Camera Live software. But it now has stopped working. No idea why. 🤷🏽♂️
Hello Sir , I bought Canon SL3 but it is not working with Elgato Camlink capture device as I want to stream beyond 30 minutes but after 30 minutes my camera stops capturing any thing and it display to press recording Button to continue capturing moving shooting
can you please tell me ?
When using the video capture, do you need a memory to be inserted in the camera?? Because I have a Canon 700D and the memory card port does not work, please let me know this is an option.
We use it without a capture card all the time. However, that's with the Canon EOS R. So, it may work, or it might not.
If I'm not mistaken the Nikon Z5 , 6 and 6ii can be used as a webcam through the usb port and just using the Nikon webcam utility I think. I've used it for zoom meetings
That sounds very helpful. I have not used Nikon cameras but I know that Canon has a similar program. However, the resolution (of the Canon Webcam Utility) is not even 1080p… but at least it works.
m50 mark 2 works via usb and canon firmware. great for obs and free
Hey Chris! Great video! What dummy battery did you use for the EOS R & what was the outlet device you plugged into? Thanks!!!
Thanks
You're welcome 🌸.
Can you please suggest best lens for Can EOS R Camera 🎥 ? and I’m currently using default one 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Lens (3075C032) ,so, I would like to buy some advanced lens for this Camera, please suggest on it. Thank you 🙏
Suggestions like this are basically never possible because I and anyone else do not know your main use case. The best thing you can do is look which focal length you use most and then look what Canon has on offer in those areas.
For example: you use your 24-105 mostly in the 24 - 35mm range? Maybe it'd be great to get the 15-35mm f/2.8?
Or you mostly use 70-105? Could look into the 70-200mm f/4 or f/2.8.
Or you look for primes in the most used focal length areas. Like: a fixed 35mm, 50mm, or 85mm.
@@ChrisSpiegl Thank you ,Brother.
This is great! Thanks, Chris. What about sound? Do you run a mic through your camera as well?
You can run the mic through the camera. My partner uses that setup with the rode wireless go for yoga sessions.
Personally, I mostly use the Zoom F6 and the Oktava MK 012 or the Shure Beta 57a (for podcasts) and those are connected via XLR to the F6 and that via USB to the MacBook. The downside however is that there is a couple milliseconds difference in the video which you don’t have when using the mic connected to the camera directly.
Happy streaming. 🌸
thanks for the info i truly appreciate it . do you think its possible to burn your sensor out when live streaming though?
I have been using my cameras for hours and hours and left them turned on. No issues so far.
At 2:20 you mention that you could use the USB connection w/ EOS Utility but say "that's not what we're going for." I'm confused as to why not save the money on a capture card and instead just use the USB connect with EOS Utility to get to a live stream? Is there a difference in quality? I'm just not sure why you would have EOS Utility available and then not use it.
Do I need to buy hdmi cable separately for this?
Great video. How to disable the auto track, or the eye track symbol?
2:30 xs20 supposedly works via usb without extra software installed
can i use 2 cameras with 2 Elgato Cam Link in obs for facebook live?
Hi. What camara do u recomend for a livestream church service, with good autofocus, full frame qualitt budget camera, or this "overpriced camera" still the best one? What about the canon eos rp? Ty
For this use case I would recommend a camera that does 1080p and auto focus and I would most likely go with a Sony camera. Despite using Canon at the moment myself. I am constantly looking at the Sony a6400 because it can record for longer than 30 minutes, has HDMI output, a microphone input, and features interchangeable lenses.
Now, it's not full frame but non the less an incredible camera.
In the Full Frame are I'd say the RP is a great camera, however, maybe the Sony a7 would also be a good choice there. they are affordable and have 1080p as well.
Of course you can always go higher with the money spending. But keep in mind that for a quality life stream you just need 1080p and not 4k. So you can easily look at models that are not the newest.
Good luck and happy streaming.
great video!!! thank you
Thank you 🌸
When i connect my m50 mark ii via elgaro capture card to obs after some seconds my display screen only from camera go black. How can i keep it open so i can use it for monitor?
Hi, what is with better sound, mic? Can I connect mic od zoom h4n pro and output to eos r, for better audio?
I would take the Zoom H4n and connect it to the Computer via USB and then use that as my microphone. But if you don't want to do that, you can also use the Line-Out of the Zoom H4n and connect that to your camera and use that. The Elgato CamLink does provide the sound from the cameras mic to the computer. So that works either way. Good luck.
Nice Video! What glass are you using?
Chris Spiegl Awesome! Yes the RF are amazing!
very helpful video I will buy now the cam link+mini hdmi to hdmi for my Canon EOS M50. How I wish they her 4K resolution with webcam from elgato to avoid connecting digitcal camera cuz hard everytime to plug and and plug. I prefer permenant webcam to place on monitor and Keylight.
Sorry,can you please explain Fps I didn't understand. I am a live streamer and want to stream in 1920×1080 60fps so what should I choose is camera and shutter speed to get it?Thank you
I have the Elgato 60 S and you can use it as a webcam. You can also use a tv to monitor the video.
Chris Spiegl i tried it with Microsoft Teams and works.
I want to connect my EOS R to android tablet S8 ultra ; to use it as a monitor for my cam . how can I get the best quality 4k results?? And do u recommend a specific Vedio capture card ???
If it is possible to use a UVC type camera model (aka a usb webcam), then you could use something like the CamLink 4k which is a very nice HDMI capture card. Though, if you only want to use it as a monitor, I also wouldn't mind using less than 4k since the S8 Ultra screen is not big enough to really see a huge difference between 4k and 1080p.
ZV-E10 now offers a streaming feature without the need to use capture card.
720p only
Hello How can I make the camera not showing off after "x" minutes?(i don't press record,i'm only stay at the image with my face).
I use canon2000d with camlink, and I put auto off in disable but.... the same camera goes in standby :(
I’m having this same issue it just goes to standby
Hello Chris! Can you message how I can live stream my kids football games to RUclips, Facebook or Instagram? Is that even an option to do? I have a canon EOS r10. Do I have to get the items you’re speaking of on this video? I have a laptop to take to games if I need to. But prefer not to. Please let me know. Thank you in advance
You could live stream directly from your phone. There are streaming apps / or you use the RUclips app straight up.
Alternatively, you can connect the R10 to your laptop via USB and it can work as a camera for the live stream as well. I am not 100% (I don't own the R10) you may need to download a Canon Webcam utility to connect the camera.
I realize your shot the EOS canon video two months ago but since then Canon has released a beta stream utility and was wondering if using the Elgato link and cam in conjunction with the canon beta app (USB connection) is advisable or is it overkill? I’m trying to go through Vmax so use my canon USB cable to go into Vmax and then when I stream out to you to Facebook to go via the Elgato.
Hi do you know if Software Camtasia studio support elgato cam link 4k?
@@ChrisSpiegl ok thank you for the answer
Thank you for the video. Very informative and actionable content. I've been following these steps using the cam link 4k and a canon eos r and dummy battery. Everything was going well with the setup. The problem begins after the dummy battery is plugged in. The moment that the cam link plugs in to the computer's usb port, my canon eos r screen goes blank & PC does not recognise the camera. Changing the camera settings doesn't seem to help. Can someone tell me how to fix this? I've been working on it for a while with no success. Thanks
Which software are you using?
I have sony a6600 and for some reason when I use elgato cam link 4k my camera wont show up on my windows pc monitor..
Hello, looking for a suggestion. The 5D Mark IV needs to have the LCD screen off in order to stream longer than 30 minutes. We have it off and have just controlled the camera via phone or computer. Today, somehow the wifi is off on the camera and since the screen is off, I have no way to access either the screen setting or the wifi settings. I can't operate the menu screen in the blind. Do you have any suggestions for accessing either please? Or even a factory reset, but I can't even see to do that. Is there another way? Thank you!!
I would try unplugging the HDMI cable or switching the mode dial to a different mode than the one it is in right now. That should give you the monitor back? Maybe that works.
@@ChrisSpiegl Thank you Chris!! Unplugging the cable did the trick. Whew!!
@@csimon928 Yep, glad that worked.
Does this Cam Link and OBS work well with 5D Mark IV Canon on a Mac? Thanks as this info would help me decide whether to buy a Cam Link or not. I've got a 5D Mark IV camera and need to start recording music videos.
Hey Dan, I don't own the 5D IV. The best thing is to check the Elgato website for the CamLink compatible cameras. The one thing you have to look out for is if the camera can output a clean HDMI feed (and I would assume the 5D IV does that). Then it would work 👍.
@@ChrisSpiegl thank you. Yes, 5D Mark IV has a setting where the overlays on the LCD can be removed. This is for everyone's information :))
@@dandna1855 That's great, but it's not the same as a clean HDMI output. The internal and the external LCD are different from each other and for the Cam Link you'd need the HDMI output. But it looks like you are in luck as this video shows how it would be setup: ruclips.net/video/XDYsfViUtx0/видео.html
What lens are you using?
What do you think would be the best lens on Canon R to set up behind the desktop about 30" away from my face.
Hey man! Thanks for video!
Some questions, maybe you tried:
1. Has it any sense to use CLog3 over Cam Link 4k?
2. Can Ninja V increase quality?
3. How to reduce "digital" look and have more cinemtic look over Cam Link 4k?
Thanks in advance.
1. I would not.
2. There will likely be little to no change (if any it would get worse).
3. Use a camera with a bigger sensor.
@@ChrisSpiegl thanks!
@@edon2005 Watch this video and see what an eos R can do with a Ninja 5. You are welcome. ruclips.net/video/8iUSLOt8GJY/видео.html
What was your reason for switching over from Sony?
I made a video about that ruclips.net/video/Di3esm3odVc/видео.html
However… latest release (aka a7sIII) made me kinda regret it. 😅
My main reasons were (at the time):
- missing the canon form factor
- not having a flip screen on the Sony cameras
- colors of canon
Now… I would think thrice. And I am actually considering a a7c, a7s3 and the a6400 line for different projects. Namely because they all shoot 30min+!
Hi! I am using the same excat set-up with the EOS R and the Elgato Cam Link, I have the Power Saving settings set to 30 min. Disable and Disable, However for me when that 30 minutes is up and the LCD turns off the HDMI output shuts off as well so I have to touch the screen to wake it back up or restart the camera. Do you have any idea why this might be the case?
Do you by any possibility have the camera in Photo mode instead of video mode?
And if it is in video mode, do you have the HDMI out set to the clean hdmi signal?
I have never had this happen with my settings.
@@ChrisSpiegl Turns out it was the "HDMI Display" setting, I had it on just display for computer but according to the manual, it won't override the timer unless it is set to both computer and camera options!
Hello Chris, Great video, thanks!
I am using Canon R7 camera for Facebook livestream and I am having an issue, my camera goes to sleep after 30 min. Could you please tell me what I should do to avoid this.
My live-streamings are usually longer than 30 min.
Please help! Thanks.
There is a setting in the Video settings of the R type cameras which is "auto power off" and you have to set this to "never" or whatever the menu options are.
I have cam link 4k, Macbook pro and OBS. When I do live streaming the video in live stream lags behind the actual by around 27 seconds. What can I do to fix this?
Hello Ravi, is the lag visible in OBS or is it on whatever streaming platform you are streaming to?
And what age is your MacBook Pro?
Hi Chris, can you recommend a usbc male to usb A 3.0 female dongle to run the cam link through a macbook pro? I have searched the internet high and low to solve the problem of the black screen that seems to plague connecting the camlinks usb type A through the macbooks usb type C/thunderbolt connection.
The EOS R does this with out the need of the cam link.
That is only partially true. Yes you can use the canon EOS Webcam Utility - however, that does not provide audio to your computer and it also does not provide 4k (not even 1080p). I have a comparison of the cam link vs. the Usb solution on my channel here: ruclips.net/video/HEZl2YlWMek/видео.html
So the usb solution works. It’s just not as good as a cam link (or a cheaper alternative).
When using the video capture, do you need a memory to be inserted in the camera?? Because I have a Canon 700D and the memory card port does not work, please let me know this is an option.
@@mikemulumba it doesn’t need it on the EOSR, it should be the same.
Question: My camera video feed doesn’t show?? I’m using the M50, cam link and OBS, but getting no picture. Am I missing something? Using Mac book pro, with an adapter for the USB port. Any thoughts? Thanks for the help!
Hey Chris : do you have the camera settings to use for the Sony A6500 or A7 ii. I cant get out of the 60 fps. . Meaning my capture /streaming soft always captures at 60 fps which is making the audio to video out of sync.. thanks
Hi, I don't have the Sony A7ii here to take a look but it should be possible to switch to movie mode, then set the frame rate and also go into the HDMI settings and see if that's setup correctly it should give you the right fps signal.
However, you are describing that you are seeing audio drift / out of sync audio, that should not be an issue either way - unless you have the mic connected directly to your computer and the camera in a different way. Then, of course, you should be able t use audio sync settings (in OBS under "Advanced Audio Preferences" or something like that).
Let me know if this helped or if I may be able to give you more details in another way. Cheers.
@@ChrisSpiegl thanks for replying. I tried it on the A6500 . In movie mode I can get it to see the Camlink. However it always says 1080 p at 60 fps. Even though the camera is set in movie mode/4K at 24 fps? .
@@billbuckleytutorials my suggestion is to look deeper into the menu settings and there look for the HDMI output. That may be set up differently.
Sorry that I can’t be more helpful. But I don’t have the Sony cameras here. 😅 so I don’t know them menues very well.
GOOD CAN I USE IT IN "VIMIX" EOSR CABLE TO ELGATO CAM LINK COMPUTER THEN CONNECT TO VIMIX
Can you link the flexibile cord?
Hi, I am using a EOS m50 with a Elgato cam link. However, I am having trouble getting my Movo vxr10 microphone to stay active after I connect the HDMI to the camera and it connects to the computer. What is the issue?
I'm interested to know what camera you are using now to shoot this video. I've been trying to get the kind of setup clarity you have now with the m50 to no avail. Would appreciate any comments and how this can be achieved. I want the front to be lit up like yours but the back to be a bit dark.
I am using the Canon EOS R camera. I sometimes one sometimes two lights in front of me and the back is light up with the Aputure MC lights.
Hi Chris
Any chance you can have a video on similar to this but using multiple camera. I lookjng to do live for my Church using 2 camera( live on RUclips). Not sure what other device should i buy?thank you so much
Chris Spiegl thank you so much 😊
Will the canon c70 work with the camlink 4k?
Thanks so much !! BRAVO !
@@ChrisSpiegl Grazie !!! SURE !!!! : )
Can this legato be used for making say a youtube video? Many thanks for your response
Yes, absolutely
The super expensive Elgato capture cards (or other brands) are no longer needed for Most recent Canon DSLRs and mirrorless cameras: in early May Canon USA released a beta version of ‘eos utility’ which allows a lot of Canon cameras to be used as webcams in OBS studio, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. It does not cover all models at the time of release, and it is low Rez: 1024x576 for my 6D Mark II which still looks way way better than laptop webcams or other webcams. Users report being able to use this in the US (obviously), Britain and Canada (I suspect it works if your region’s set up is ‘English’. Works for me in Canada. CameraLabs channel did an hour long live stream with this set up a few days ago.
Thanks so much!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your comment here.
Is clear hdmi in canon eos r supports autofocus?
Yes, the Canon EOS R (and all EOS R cameras) support full auto focus - even when connecting something via Clean HDMI.
What about the Audio? Can you connect it to the camera?
Yes, mic connected to the camera will automatically transmit through the HDMI and by that be available as a audio input on the computer (in OBS, Zoom, etc).
Brother pls can u help me my question to u is capture card has 2 side so In camera which cable we need and other side of elgato which we connect to pc at that side which cable we need pls answer.
The Capture card probably has one HDMI port and a USB stick looking side. The USB-Stick looking one is going to the PC and the HDMI side is the one where you have the connection to your camera. The cable you need depends on your camera because some have mini HDMI or micro HDMI ports and the capture cards usually have full size HDMI ports.
what hdmi cable does the eos r need
Hey Chris, great video! I was wondering if the camlink also deal with the sound. Ex: if you connect a rode mic, plug it on your Canon R, will you get the sound and video through the camlink? Thanks!
Chris Spiegl : thanks for the answer and details for OBS!
Can you still use the camera zoom?
Not sure why this would not work? This only takes the signal that is coming out of the HDMI port and converts it into a webcam.
Great Video! Question. What are you using to record audio? Are you able to hook up an external mic? Does the mic input on the EOS R transfer the audio across?
Thanks
@@ChrisSpiegl Thank you so much for your reply! A huge help. I have a Rode VideoMic I will plan on using... now just to find a Cam Link 4k in stock somewhere.
@@ChrisSpiegl exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks!
@@ChrisSpiegl Hi, thanks for the video. I am new to this world. I have a Canon EOS 80D that I am using to stream for work, and also a Rode VideoMic connected to the Canon. All good with the video, but in my case I am not getting any audio input from the camera trough the HDMI-Cam Link. I am seeing the audio levels on the Canon EOS 80D, but seems that I am not getting any audio signal to the Digital Audio Interface Cam Link 4K.
Would you be able to tell me if the Canon EOS 80D should behave like the EOS R? Or can you point me to a web reference?
Will the Elgato cam link also recognize 3.5mm audio input - like a Sennheiser wireless lav or Rode shotgun mic mounted to camera?
Only if you are plugging the microphone into the camera that then is connected via HDMI. The CamLink itself does not have a Mini-Jack Input.
Looks like it's been 3 years since this vid, is this still the optimal setup?
The CamLink 4k is still great - but very expensive. There are way cheaper alternatives on the market I would recommend to buy. They may not provide 4k but most people also don't need that and are fine with a 1080p signal. So… yea, overall still a great setup and one we use every week.
How has your R6 got a large HDMI cable port? Mines got the stupid tiiiiiny one
Mine is the Canon EOS R - no number. It was the first canon Mirrorless and it still has the mini HDMI instead of the micro.
Luckily the cable clamp 🗜️ is pretty good on the newer cameras to hold the micro hdmi in place.
thanks for the great tutorial but I´m having lots of trouble with my EOS R + the Utility Software. Everytime I click on live view shoot the software has a camera disconnect and closes itself.. although the camera still shows in the windows explorer. Tried both USB C ports with same result. The software is working just fine on mobile/tablet.. seems it doesn´t really like that usb c connection -.-
Sony A7iv is plug and play as a webcam