Elgato
Elgato 4K X
USB-C · 4K144 (HDR10 capture Windows only) · 4K144
8.6
$250Nov 9
Elgato Cam Link 4K
A small HDMI-to-USB dongle that turns a mirrorless or DSLR camera into a plug-and-play webcam.
- USB 3.2
- 4K30 (4K60 MJPG)
- None (no HDMI output)
PCPR score
7.9
Good
Best price we’ve seen
$85.99Nov 9
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The short version
The Cam Link 4K is Elgato's compact HDMI capture dongle for cameras, taking a clean HDMI signal and presenting it as a webcam over USB 3.0 at up to 4K30, or 4K60 in MJPG. It has no passthrough output, and Elgato lists no HDR or VRR support. It works in common video apps with little setup and includes a 30 cm extension cable. It suits creators who want to use a mirrorless camera or camcorder on a PC with minimal hassle rather than capture game consoles.
Pros
- Turns a camera's HDMI output into a USB webcam
- 4K30 uncompressed and 4K60 over MJPG
- Compact USB dongle with an included 30 cm extension
- Works in common video apps without a complicated setup
Cons
- No passthrough, so the camera needs a separate monitor feed
- Camera must provide a clean HDMI output
- Elgato does not list HDR or VRR support
Best for
- Creators using a mirrorless camera or DSLR as a webcam
- Simple single-camera streaming and video calls
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Full specifications
Connectivity
- Interface
- USB 3.2
Performance
- Max capture
- 4K30 (4K60 MJPG)
- Max passthrough
- None (no HDMI output)
Compatibility notes
- Plugs into a USB 3.0 port and needs a camera with clean HDMI output.
- One-way capture only; there is no HDMI passthrough.
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Common questions
Do I need a capture card to use my camera as a webcam?
Yes, if your camera has no native USB webcam mode. The Cam Link 4K converts a clean HDMI output into a USB signal.
Does it support 4K60?
Elgato lists 4K60 in MJPG format and 4K30 uncompressed, among other modes.
Does it have HDMI passthrough?
No. Elgato lists only an HDMI input, so a separate HDMI output or monitor is needed for camera preview.
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