Yes, you can use many different types of video cameras with Elgato Game Capture HD.
For example, many DSLRs (Digital single-lens reflex cameras) not only take pictures, but can also capture HD video as well. They usually offer HDMI output, and that 720p, 1080i or 1080p video output can be used with Elgato Game Capture HD.
The only exception is HDMI output that is protected by HDCP, but most consumer cameras wouldn't fall under that category. To make sure, you can contact the manufacturer of your camera to see if it uses HDCP or not.
Available inputs For Cameras
Elgato Game Capture HD has the following inputs:
1) HDMI (for signals not using HDCP)
2) Component (red, green and blue cables, using an included A/V adapter)
3) Composite (yellow cable, using an included A/V adapter)
4) S-Video (with extra adapter, sold separately)
If your camera uses any of those outputs, then it should work with Elgato Game Capture HD.
For analog signals, you'll also need to connect the red and white cables for stereo sound. Those inputs are on the included A/V adapter.
If your older camera only outputs mono sound, you can connect that single audio cable to the red or white audio inputs on the A/V adapter, or you can use an inexpensive Y splitter to input the audio to both the red and white inputs.
Types Of Supported Cameras
Some types of cameras that can work with Elgato Game Capture HD:
• DSLRs
• AVCHD cameras
• Medical cameras
• Security cameras
• Analog camcorders
• Digital camcorders
The main variables that need to be considered are:
1) Does the camera offer HDMI, Component or Composite output? S-Video output is also OK, if you purchase a separate adapter from the Elgato Online Store.
2) Is the HDMI output unprotected by HDCP?
3) Is the video resolution supported, like 720p or 1080p? To find out about all supported resolutions, see this article:
What resolutions can Elgato Game Capture HD record?
Elgato Game Capture HD can accept both PAL and NTSC video.
Streaming Video From Cameras
Any video that Elgato Game Capture HD can accept, can also be streamed.
If you hook up your camera to Elgato Game Capture HD, then you can stream live or recorded video to services like Twitch, YouTube or Ustream. You can also connect to a RTMP server of your choosing.
For example, many DSLRs (Digital single-lens reflex cameras) not only take pictures, but can also capture HD video as well. They usually offer HDMI output, and that 720p, 1080i or 1080p video output can be used with Elgato Game Capture HD.
The only exception is HDMI output that is protected by HDCP, but most consumer cameras wouldn't fall under that category. To make sure, you can contact the manufacturer of your camera to see if it uses HDCP or not.
Available inputs For Cameras
Elgato Game Capture HD has the following inputs:
1) HDMI (for signals not using HDCP)
2) Component (red, green and blue cables, using an included A/V adapter)
3) Composite (yellow cable, using an included A/V adapter)
4) S-Video (with extra adapter, sold separately)
If your camera uses any of those outputs, then it should work with Elgato Game Capture HD.
For analog signals, you'll also need to connect the red and white cables for stereo sound. Those inputs are on the included A/V adapter.
If your older camera only outputs mono sound, you can connect that single audio cable to the red or white audio inputs on the A/V adapter, or you can use an inexpensive Y splitter to input the audio to both the red and white inputs.
Types Of Supported Cameras
Some types of cameras that can work with Elgato Game Capture HD:
• DSLRs
• AVCHD cameras
• Medical cameras
• Security cameras
• Analog camcorders
• Digital camcorders
The main variables that need to be considered are:
1) Does the camera offer HDMI, Component or Composite output? S-Video output is also OK, if you purchase a separate adapter from the Elgato Online Store.
2) Is the HDMI output unprotected by HDCP?
3) Is the video resolution supported, like 720p or 1080p? To find out about all supported resolutions, see this article:
What resolutions can Elgato Game Capture HD record?
Elgato Game Capture HD can accept both PAL and NTSC video.
Streaming Video From Cameras
Any video that Elgato Game Capture HD can accept, can also be streamed.
If you hook up your camera to Elgato Game Capture HD, then you can stream live or recorded video to services like Twitch, YouTube or Ustream. You can also connect to a RTMP server of your choosing.