Budget-Friendly EVF Recording: Capture Your Camera's Viewfinder with a Smartphone

Subscribe for more Photography content:    / @christopherhoughtonphoto   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 nExt camera on google play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Follow my photography journey on Instagram: https://beacons.ai/christopherhoughto...