Video Capture Card – SOOMFON 4K Hdmi Capture Card 4K30fps
Video Capture Card – SOOMFON 4K Hdmi Capture Card 4K30fps Input, 1080P30fps for Streaming, Video Conferencing, Gaming, on OBS and More(USB C)
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of HDMI | 1 HDMI In | 1 HDMI In | 1 HDMI In and 1 Loopout | 2 HDMI In and 1 Loopout | 1 HDMI In |
| Capture Port | USB A 2.0 | USB3.0 Type C | USB3.0 Type C | USB3.0 Type C | USB Type C 2.0 |
| Capture Refresh Rate | 1080p30fps | 4k 30fps / 1080p 60fps | 4k 30fps / 1080p 120fps | 1080p 60fps | 1080p30fps |
| Mode/Audio/Switch button | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | x |
| Dimensions: | 9.5 x 5.8 x 1.4 cm; 29 Grams |
| Model: | SF-CT006-UK |
| Manufacture: | SOOMFON |
| Dimensions: | 9.5 x 5.8 x 1.4 cm; 29 Grams |
| Origin: | China |
There’s not a great deal to say about things like this other than it works exactly as they claim it to work.
I actually use it not for capturing gaming footage but for occasional videos that I make showing how to change settings on various cameras when I can output the actual menu screen of the camera and capture it on my computer so that I can then add it into the video later.
The basic thing to know about this is that it works and a seamless so it’s very easy to integrate into almost any workflow that you have for video.
The video goes into a bit more detail about what you get in the box.
However, in a nutshell:
Things I liked:
+ Worked out of the box with OBS. Plug and play using a range of sources (Samsung S21FE phone through USBC to HDMI adapter, RTX 3090, basic laptop video out).
+ Audio capture as well as video (after also setting it up as an audio capture device in OBS)
+ Picture quality was fine for 1080p.
+ Currently 9 – an absolute bargain!
Things I didn’t like:
– I was only able to get it to work at 1080p, but that may be down to my limitations rather than those of the product.
Do I recommend it?
Yes. I doubt you’ll be able to get HDMI capture for cheaper.
My Expectations was not very high for two reasons one the very cheap price compared to other capture cards so was not expecting it to work, and the second reason is because I am using a iMAC. I am willing to admit when I am wrong not only does it work, it is very good. The quality is good far better than I thought it would be.
I am using this on a iMAC and also tried on a MacBook Pro, with a Nintendo Switch in the docking station and using Streamlabs OBS but it should be the same process for any HDMI input into the card. I do have a Elgato game capture but wanted something I could use on the go or to let the kids use so I am no stranger to setting up capture cards but I am no expert.
I would say there are two parts of the setup first is connecting the HDMI cable to the capture card and then connecting to your laptop, desktop, iMAC or what ever your using this is straight forward and the manual also shows you what to do. The second part is then getting it it to work in OBS or Streamlabs OBS this is where the manual does not help at all and you are on your own to work it out and the second part is where people will need the help the most.
So how I got it to work in OBS you will need to add a Source this is telling OBS where to get the video select Video Capture Device and then in the drop down for Device select USB Video and you select the resolution size you want this will give you video ONLY you will see it on the screen. Next part is to get sound add another source this time select Audio Input Capture and in the drop down box for device select USB Digital Audio and under Audio Monitoring drop down box select Monitor and Output I have no idea why but this got me sound and then you are good to go.
The video & sound is very responsive there was no delays in me moving the character around or sounds when I pressed the buttons which is exactly what you want.
Overall I am very happy with this video capture card and for the price you can’t go wrong but I would say this is a good starter device if you want to stream games online and to also see if it is for you once you start to get real serious about it you will probably want to upgrade. Or if you just want to record yourself playing games to upload to social media then this is perfect for that.
These little HDMI video-capture devices have become pretty popular: essentially, they just take the digital signal from the HDMI system, compress it and present it as a webcam stream to whatever is plugged into it’s USB port.
The compression isn’t too bad – using a HDMI splitter to perform a direct comparison, there’s some visible compression artefacts when looking at the menu of an old Xbox 360, but it’s fairly minor, and would be all but invisible when dealing with motion video.
On the other hand, while the video quality is good enough for video, it’s not really usable when it comes to video games: the frame rate seems a bit low, and there’s definitely too much latency to be able to control the game with any precision. On the other hand, it’ll work quite well with the aforementioned splitter, since that doesn’t cause any latency!
Overall, a useful gadget, so long as it’s used within it’s limits.
Did exactly what it’s meant to do.
So if you download “obs” for free, all you need to do is, click on add a captured device and in the drop down you’ll see it. Give it a name and off you go. Easy.
5*
I’m not too texhnical so going by my son 2hobhas use this it plugs in to a USB which makes it useful and portable and works well as it should for video capture and is good for streaming
The SOOMFON video capture card works flawlessly.
It adapts your USB-C port into HMDI input allowing you to record whatever HDMI devices you need to connect; you need to use your own software to do this but the card is plug and play on Win 10 Pro. The device is tiny and fits into my laptop bag with easy. Cool little device. You are also offered a 2-year hassle free warranty on the box which is always a plus.
Handy well priced USB-C adapter for video capture. Worked well with OBS and MacOS Ventura. Video capture quality is excellent for such a low priced adapter, when some on the market which are bigger and bulkier are in the 50-100 range. Tested with both 1080p and 4K picture quality, perfect recordings each time with no audio sync issues, juddering or video lag. I would recommend you have a good quality HDMI cable and source adapter/hub for recording, to avoid the coloured video signal bars.
Quick OBS setup and demo video quality in my review video, video source was an iPad. Depending on your setup, you may need to make additional changes under MacOS to output the source audio correctly on OBS recorded videos. No 4K footage included in my review due to sources being under copyright.
Highly recommended for those who like to stream capture or screen record from external devices.
I reviewed this USB capture device when it was priced at 15.99; it has a metallic case and a short cable leading to a USB C plug. When I plugged it into a Windows 10 PC it installed the drivers automatically. It installed in Device Manager under “Cameras” as a “USB Video” device. There is plenty of software available to utilise video capture devices, so you should be able to produce your own videos easily.
The test of the device I performed was to show a browser tab being opened on a Raspberry Pi desktop, it works a treat. Well worth the small amount of money this video capture device costs.
Nicely same little adapter with video card.
Transforming your USB port into a video in and also capturing / to record, using your relevant softwares.
Using my one on USB3.0 via an adapter, simply plug and play on Win10.
Small and compact, easily carry around with small and compact aluminium casing.
Price is good at under 14 with voucher.
Came in the next day, nicely packed.
I was amazed how nice and easy this device was to install, honestly, hassle-free, no drivers required nor any CD or downloads, just connected to my MAC and it worked straight away.
Quality was breathtaking with my Panasonic camcorder, I was pleasantly surprised.
Switched off my camera only to find the capture screen changing to a colour-bar, haven’t seen those for ages!, but really, brilliant nice a professional,
Device was very small and fits nicely in my bag or left hooked up with any HDMI cable in the drawer.
Highly recommended, thanks
Before we begin, I got this item at zero cost through the Vine programme, that doesn’t mean it gets a positive review though. User reviews are important, they’re genuinely useful to buyers and we should use them, so here comes an honest one.
In the box …
… you get the adapter and some instructions.
Build quality …
… is pretty good. Sturdy. The plug and socket are fine. The cable is fairly short, but it doesn’t need to be long.
Performance …
… is fine. I tested with a 1080p video streams and it coped with ease. I didn’t test 4K video, but apparently it takes it fine. Works well with OBS studio. It inputs video to your machine in two separate streams, one video, one audio which is handy if you need it.
As stated in the product description it won’t take an encrypted signal (HDCP) from some games consoles, if that’s your intended use then check to see about your console first. PS3, 4 and 5 use it by default at least. It can be disabled but it might also disable some video streaming services at the same time. It depends on your intended use I suppose.
It’s tiny in size. See the picture attached with it aside a AAA battery.
Overall impressions …
… are good. It’s tiny in size and work without fuss. Even if you have a more capable system already, this serves as an easy backup and it’s really portable. The price too is really competitive; remember when full HD video capture cards were 90+, not so with this and that wasn’t too long ago. I like it. Small, simple, works.