Using an iPad as Camera Field Monitor

[@BenCaesar]

Omgeeee, I have a camlink 4k and all the adapters so just set it up and it’s seamless Was literally just searching for other solutions and this was a life and money saver 😂 I had no idea iPad had unlocked these capabilities. Thank you for explaining the setup and info so succinctly. Honestly one of the best tech channels I’ve come across and I follow a few. Elgato has their app too with a few more features if anyone has a camlink

[@roddangerson2046]

They didn’t though, they are all broken with the new update

[@anndecristofaro3180]

Thank you so much! I wanted to capture menu settings and button customizations for an instructional video to save to my photos app as well as capture exactly what I was seeing on the camera screen. The methods (apps) shown in this video did the trick as well as provided a way to capture videos of both still operation as well as video operation!!!

[@annettegoodman8364]

Thank you. Great video. How do you mount your ipad to your camera or tripod?

[@CoffeeTalkandTechJohnRyan]

Thanks Patrick...like you said so usful for framing or composition.

[@JuusoHoo]

Thanks for a good presentation! I am wonderin does this work on an iPad Pro/iPad with lightning?

[@SuperMouseDV]

I just tried the VideoViewer Pro with my iPad Pro 12.9 (model just before the M1) and my M2 iPad Pro 12.9 and iPad mini 6 with An Obsbot Tiny (1080 camera) and that worked Directly USB-C to the iPad. It also worked through a OSETUB Usb Dongle/SSD enclosure for the iPad. (really nice to have that external storage) and it works great. NOW remember all usb-c Hubs are not equal.. If it has a Headphone jack it will hijack your audio. So avoid hubs with Headphone jacks. Really cool stuff. Thanks for posting this. (and yes this gained you one new Subscriber

[@EverydayTechTV]

Nice! Thanks for the info. In a few weeks I'll have a video about my workflow of making YT videos and it involves using this setup with the iPad. I'll check out VideoViewer Pro.

[@SuperMouseDV]

@@EverydayTechTV Cool Do you know if an iPhone 15 Pro Max can use these dongles ?

[@EverydayTechTV]

@SuperMouseDV I don’t think so. They don’t list it as one of the supported devices. I think iOS has to support it. Only iPadOS does for now. I think that would be sweet.

[@SuperMouseDV]

@@EverydayTechTV Sad as that would be a Game changer and bring down the costs of capturing footage. (because good film makers have the latest iPhones hehe) there is a device that works with Lightning iPhones Accsoon SeeMo HDMI. But that's a different thingy..

[@Purplefoxdl]

'that worked Directly USB-C to the iPad' You mean just with a USB-C cable ? Without USB-C Capture card needed ? I thing I misunderstand because the Capture card seems required :)

[@Knivesonknives]

Just want to say I appreciate you, I’ve watched your video countless times, very helpful

[@korben4340]

Excellent, makes the USB-C pads so versatile getting some of that super quality to shine for other sources. The old Surface RT mystery box has a real good display but unfortunately doesn't seem to be able to catch the signal from a USB capture card. There might be some other older tablet it works on, thinking about 7-9" ones. Will need a cage or rig to protect the micro-usb port from cable strain.

[@ceekto]

Great breakdown and description! Thanks!

[@chromatonestudios]

I have a wireless HDMI transmitter and receiver. Would this work with the app and let me use LUTS still?

[@watchreport]

I'm such a novice with this stuff. I want to use an iPad as a monitor or viewfinder, so I can have a bigger screen to see focus and setup, especially when trying to take pics with the camera facing me, and not having to rely on the camera's screen. Is there a simpler way to do this, (without using the Canon Connect app) or do I have to go through a similar setup as you do here?

[@mikeno62]

Thank you for posting this great video, I just ordered the USB-C capture card so I can connect my video camera directly to my iPad 🙂

[@alexradunsky]

Would be great if you could make a video step by step how to use IPod pro M4 2024 as monitor when you record your self on back camera on IPhone 15 pro. Thank you in advance.

[@EverydayTechTV]

Hi Alex... I had never thought of that use case... great idea. I have already tried it and got it to work. If you do it wirelessly, you'll need a third party app. I tried it with an app called ApowerMirror and it worked great. There is another way using a cable. Hopefully I can a video out in the next two weeks showing how this is done both ways.

[@evandunne969]

Great video. Can I ask what mount you’re using for the iPad?

[@EverydayTechTV]

Thank you! The mount shown in this video is a "gooseneck iPad holder". If you search for that on Amazon, you'll find a couple of them. The particular one that I have there is not being sold anymore.

[@rubyshouse]

Can you please link the tripod for camera and iPad like you used ☺️

[@animaldonut]

Hi! 👋 This video is so well organized and presented. I almost didn’t click because I don’t even know what a field camera monitor is, but I’m glad I did! I make videos about camera gear and stock / ETF investing and when I fill my videos, I really cannot see focus very well from the tiny screen on the back of my Sony A7IV. So, I think it might be really nice to have an external monitor like the one you have with the iPad in this video. I have been thinking of buying an iPad, but never really had a purpose for it other than Maybe video editing on the run. But now I see a really, useful application. It really does make a difference when you can see the monitor large rather than a tiny little screen. Do you think an iPad is the way to go, or would it be simpler and less expensive to buy a (non-iPad) monitor for my Sony camera? Thanks again for making such a thoughtful and well presented video. It was fun to watch! 👍🏻😊🏆

[@EverydayTechTV]

A camera field monitor is just a fancy way of saying "External Monitor for your camera" 😂 As far as if I think the iPad is the way to go, it's hard to say. Since you don't have an iPad, maybe getting an external monitor will be better. I like this solution because I already had all the parts, iPad, capture card, cables, etc). For you, getting an external monitor will cost you $99-$170 depending on the size and quality you want to get. If you are starting from scratch, this solution can get pricey. A compatible iPad and capture card will definitely put you over the top.

[@animaldonut]

@@EverydayTechTV Thanks for the thoughtful reply. I think if I decide to get an iPad soon, then I will use your approach. Otherwise, I might just buy the less expensive external monitor and go with that. I’m going to subscribe to your channel now! 🏆😊

[@Stash_Studio]

Very interesting video! Is this possible on an iPhone too?

[@EverydayTechTV]

Unfortunately not. I heard iPadOS is the only one that has opened up this support and not iOS.

[@Stash_Studio]

@@EverydayTechTV that's a shame! Lucky Sony users can use an iPhone with a 3rd party app...

[@WtfOmw]

Thank you for your presentation. It is very helpful. 🙏🏼🕊️

[@russellwestproductions]

I liked this video, and also I like your video style a lot. straight to the point and full of useful info

[@michaelfate3249]

Great video. Very well explained and the best one ive found on this subject. Will this setup work for still images? Id like to use it for night sky photography. Also, can you pinch zoom on the iPad? I would need this to dial in the focus of my camera. Thanks.

[@fabfab4453]

Thanks for the video ! I don't get it, it doesn't work for iPads with Lightning connectors, even with an adapter ?

[@tomnatural]

Is there a way of charging the iPad at the same time? When I use an adapter to make a charging port available it takes away the webcam mode on my camera. Any ideas? Oh you mention it at the end but I’m still not sure how to do it:)

[@EverydayTechTV]

This is a tricky one. I've had varying success with adapter. I got this to work with my UGreen 5-in-1 USB-C adapter. The thing that makes is tricky or finicky is that depending on the device you connect it to, things draw different amount of power. Here's a link to the UGreen adapter: amzn.to/3IRwqIK It worked with my generic USB capture card, iPad Pro 11", and Sony a6400.

[@dwntwndave]

I think I'm going to use this method with a tablet for photography as a model monitor. Something the model can see so they can see what the camera sees. Thanks!

[@Emuspaul]

I’m going to try my Tripltek 9 which has brighter display in sunshine and long battery life.

[@SouthLARecap]

Really appreciate you for doing this video. Clear and to the point. Looking forward for more tech videos from you!

[@JosefRapaport]

Thank you very much for this explanation. Ive done all what yu suggest and finally could get my cameras connected to the iPad.

[@Ghj7177]

Hi, I think I must be missing something, as it’s just not working for me, I’m using a capture card, and a micro hdmi to HDMI - but no joy, is there a setting on my Sony ZVE10 that I’m missing?

[@GreginLA18]

Thanks for the cool stuff found. This is so great. I bought the adapter and cable and it worked with my iPad mini 6 and my MacBook Pro 14 inch. This will come in handy next time I encounter a headless mac on the job. Have a nice weekend and remember. Don’t get caught 😂

[@waqarahmedkhan1236]

Thanks for the video, i found a new way using ipad which is sitting it in desk idle anyway!!! can you please let me how can i capture 4k Fotage directly from ZV-E10 DSLR to Ipad as capture card only ristircted us of 1080p...without buying additional 4k Capture card....thanks

[@AdityaKuche]

does it workk with lightning port?

[@andrewali40]

Hello, great video. I am looking for an option to use my iPad (9th Gen) that has a lightning cable and running iPadOS 17.0.3 to connect with my Cannon Vixia HF R600 camcorder. I have a micro HDMI to regular HDMI running from camera to a lightning HDMI adapter but it doesn’t even recognize my camcorder. Do you think I need a capture card or would it simply not work with a iPad that has a lightning connector?

[@EverydayTechTV]

Unfortunately it simply will not work with the lightning connector. You need an iPad with a USB-C port.

[@andrewali40]

Thank you for the speedy reply even though it was not the news I wanted to hear. 😂😂

[@EverydayTechTV]

No problem... yeah... sorry about that. At least moving forward, when you do get a new iPad, it will support it. The big problem is, your old iPad won't die. 🤣

[@jaggarm]

So I have the camlink 4K and I have the micro hdmi to hdmi cable but when plugging into the iPad via usb to usb c adapter I only see the top third of the video. The rest is a green block

[@lee3144]

do you know how to connect a gopro10 to my iphone and use my iphone as a monitor when recording. unfortunately the gopro 10 doesnt allow live preview in the app while recording

[@raquelfigueroa]

Thank you for sharing 🎉 great video

[@aisam1439]

Can anyone knows about the lantancy?

[@heyhaluk]

Do I get 4:2:2 footage or do I get 4:2:0 video footage ?

[@kelsi6273]

Will this work with an iPhone as well with IOS 18? I need it to monitor my camera for photos., so which app would be best. Thanks!

[@yasunobe9360]

What kind of Ipad mount did you use?

[@EverydayTechTV]

In this video I was using a "gooseneck iPad holder". You can search for that on Amazon. I have since moved to an Ulanzi iPad mount paired with a superclamp from SmallRig. I'm eventually going to do an updated version of this project in the near future.

[@juanfilm]

thanks, great info awesome video.

[@sreyashpaikray2642]

It just drains the battery really fast.....is there any way to charge the ipad simultaneously ??

[@EverydayTechTV]

You are right. Yes, there is a way through a dongle. You need to find the right dongle though. I’ve been trying different cheap ones varying successes so I don’t have a definite recommendation yet.

[@lsmith77]

Apple Magic Keyboard

[@EverydayTechTV]

True... but I'm guessing mounting the iPad on a stand would be out of the question right?

[@jodifriedman9864]

With a field monitor, you can adjust camera stuff tho. Can you via this setup? And do you like your field monitor? Which one is it? I want for shooting viewing not webcam if that makes sense.

[@EverydayTechTV]

Makes total sense. You can't adjust the camera settings. Most fields monitors I think cannot adjust camera settings anyway. It would have to be a specific monitor for a specific camera. I hope that makes sense. The field monitor that I do have is the Feelworld T7. It's a 7" monitor. I think it's a great monitor. If you're looking for something a bit smaller a portable, I would maybe get the Viltrox DC-550.

[@jodifriedman9864]

@@EverydayTechTV if you had to pick, and you worked from a studio, so not on the go, would you do a field monitor or the capture card? By control, I mean more to focus peek and stuff like that. Thanks.

[@EverydayTechTV]

Between the capture card and field monitor... I think they are totally different types of products for different use cases. It really depends on your workflow and what you are trying to get done. Part of the purpose of using the iPad as a field monitor is to utilize what I already have and also to be able to utilize the larger screen of the iPad. If you are really needing a field monitor for recording and you need other things like focus peaking, zebras, etc... then I would look for a field monitor that has it. The Feelworld T7 I believe has some of those features but you can definitely find some other monitors that work well. This solution definitely doesn't have those features. It's just to view the picture.

[@DovidSal]

Could this sep up used for just photography? (no video). I think the answer is Yes, but I prefer to ask. Thank you

[@jaggarm]

The canon camera connect app (free) can do this for photography and give you all the settings from the back of your camera if you have a compatible device

[@DovidSal]

@@jaggarm Thank you

[@geoffshook7803]

I'm trying this using the Elgato Cam Link 4K with a 10th gen ipad and it doesn't quite work. Capture software recognizes the CamLink 4K device but the screen in blank. The same setup works perfectly on my PC laptop and android phone. Elgato told me to use an "official" Apple USB-C to A converter. Anyone else having issues?

[@roddangerson2046]

Yeah I don’t know what these people are talking about I think they’re just trying to make videos absolutely no camera set up works with an iPad I have no idea what he’s talking about or any of these people I am so shocked that these videos are still up

[@RomSpaceKnight]

Can you do it with only an hdmi to usb-c connection without the capture card. If you simply are looking for a large screen monitor view?

[@EverydayTechTV]

No you cannot. The iPad itself doesn’t actually take in support HDMI input. It only supports HDMI output. The new update allows it to support UVC devices, which the capture card is.

[@RomSpaceKnight]

@@EverydayTechTV Thank you. So if you do HDMI cord out of your camera all you need is too input that into the Guermok Audio/Video Capture Card • USB3.0 HDMI to USB C into the iPad correct?

[@EverydayTechTV]

Yup.. that is correct. If you use an HDMI to USB-C cable, the iPad thinks you're trying to connect your iPad to an external monitor to display the contents of the iPad. You need the capture card to bring the signal into your iPad, instead of out of your iPad. I hope that makes sense.

[@RomSpaceKnight]

@@EverydayTechTV it does make sense. So the capture card turns the iPad into a capture device?

[@susiebadatti7319]

Thx lol this is why I’m here 5:58

[@vaanea290]

If you love the taste of lag, you can add more lag by casting from the iPad onto another device wirelessly.

[@smaruzzi]

Thank you so much!

[@xkorbekx]

This won’t work with lightning ipad?

[@EverydayTechTV]

Nope... the lightning and USB-C connectors have very different standards.

[@raquelfigueroa]

Your video Quality 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉100000000

[@UriValdez]

I connected my nikon d7000 to ipad with mini hdmi to full hdmi and capture card hdmi to usb c and got nothing. Not sure if I need to change some settings on my camera or where the problem is.

[@EverydayTechTV]

It could be a number of things… when I’ve run into this issue in the past, it’s usually been the camera output not set to the right resolution or an unsupported resolution from the capture card. Start with making sure you are outputing at 1080p first and then go from there. I’m not too familiar with the D7000.

[@UriValdez]

@@EverydayTechTV works fine on my tv without a capture card, but its frustrating not to know what to do, theres very little info about settings on camera anywhere

[@1ladylane]

Thanks for this! New subscriber here! ❤

[@snarkyguy]

I actually just found I had a cheap Chinese made capture card, plugged it in, and found that it worked flawlessly with my iPad Pro 11 and my Fuji X-T5.

[@ludonut6047]

Does your ipad monitor screen go black when you press record on your camera?

[@EverydayTechTV]

It does not.. but that might be camera dependent. I have a Sony a6400 and even when I hit record, the iPad screen stays on. The screen on my camera does turn off if an external camera is attached to it.

[@ludonut6047]

@@EverydayTechTV Yeah it looks like this is a limitation of the Panasonic G7. The monitor screen goes black when recording which is really annoying. Thanks for responding.

[@BreezeA]

just get an Accsoon SeeMo 4K

[@jamskof]

..yet absolutely nothing about whats holding the ipad up..

[@cborr0981]

My thoughts exactly. Need that info

[@WtfOmw]

Google search 🤷🏻‍♂️ the most important information is exactly what he presented. Why are people so ungrateful.

[@roddangerson2046]

Probably important to mention that this set up doesn’t work anymore with Apple and that the new update absolutely broke all camera extensions so this is useless everyone until Apple fixes their shit

[@EverydayTechTV]

Which iPad and capture card are you using? I just updated my M1 iPad Pro to the latest iPadOS and used the USB-C capture card mentioned in this video and it worked fine for me.

[@roddangerson2046]

@@EverydayTechTV so I had to restart my iPad a few times (which I did accidentally we will say) then plug everything in until the iPad asked for an update....doing it now wondering how it will work (the update prompted after the third time I restarted and plugged in telling me about updates) I have an IPad 9 series. There was another apple bug fix since I posted my first comment so I’m curious if this will all “un-break” my card and iPad setup.....I can’t even use the program he suggested, it tells me no signal, and yes I’m using the apple camera extension with usb3... like I said it DID work a week ago

[@roddangerson2046]

@@EverydayTechTV after the update the iPad just asks If I want to update that USB camera adapter I hit the update and nothing happens so good job apple

[@roddangerson2046]

@@EverydayTechTV Ended up updating the device with my old Apple phone, and it still doesn’t work no signal, from what I read on Reddit this is not just happening to me....And on top of it now it’s telling me the accessory requires too much power even though it’s plugged in wow

[@GuiFan]

Tried same with iphone 15 pro max - didn't work :(

[@EverydayTechTV]

Yup... it's an iPad OS thing. I believe it's more of iOS not supporting UVC and not a hardware limitation. In other words, I think they can support it if they wanted to.