Budget-Friendly EVF Recording: Capture Your Camera's Viewfinder with a Smartphone
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Struggling to show your camera’s viewfinder in action without breaking the bank? In this video, I dive into a simple, affordable way to record your EVF using a USB-C to HDMI capture card and a smartphone. Perfect for photographers and videographers looking to demonstrate their process or review their techniques, especially with tricky lenses like mirror lenses. I test this setup live, share tips, and explore why it’s a game-changer for small YouTubers and hobbyists. Got a use case for this setup? Drop it in the comments! Links to the gear used are below.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Why record your EVF?
03:14 - First look at the recorded EVF
10:36 - Practical uses for this setup
Gear Demonstrated in this video: (Affiliate Links - if you purchase through these I get a tiny kickback)
USB HDMI Capture Card: https://amzn.to/4lCul4Z
30CM Mini HDM to HDMI Cable: https://amzn.to/4evsXPn
SMALLRIG Metal Phone Mount https://amzn.to/4030nPk
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