Elgato Video Capture
Transfer video from a VCR, DVR, camcorder or any other analog video source to your Mac as an iTunes-ready file. Sync your captured video with an iPod, iPhone and Apple TV, play it in QuickTime, or upload it directly to YouTube.
- Edit your video right away in iMovie
- One-click export to iTunes, QuickTime and iMovie
- Direct upload to YouTube
- Features Composite and S-Video inputs
Overview
Transfer video from a VCR, DVR, set-top box, camcorder or any other analog video source to your Mac as an iTunes-ready file. The easy-to-use software guides you through each step, from connecting an analog video source, to capturing video and choosing how you will watch and share it.
Simple one-click functions
One simple click adds your captured video to iTunes to sync with your iPod, iPhone and Apple TV. Edit your video right away in iMovie or play it in QuickTime and upload it directly to YouTube.
Connect any analog video device to your Mac
Elgato Video Capture features composite and S-Video inputs allowing you to connect any analog video device to your Mac, and it comes with a SCART adapter.
High-quality video capture for all regions
Elgato Video Capture handles NTSC, SECAM, PAL, and PAL/60 video and records in iTunes-ready, high quality H.264 or MPEG-4 files. Select between 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios to match the source video for optimal playback quality.
Features
- Transfer video from a VCR, DVR camcorder or any other analog video source to your Mac
- One-click export to iTunes, QuickTime and iMovie
- Direct upload to YouTube
- Features Composite and S-Video inputs
- Captures NTSC, PAL and SECAM
- Records in iTunes-ready high quality H.264 or MPEG-4 files
- Selectable 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios to match the source video
- Handy tool to trim the beginning and end of the captured video file
- Comes with Composite-to-SCART adaptor and Composite video/RCA stereo cable
Did you notice?
After capturing you can edit your video right away in iMovie.
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Capturing video from analog sources such as a VCR or camcorder so that you can edit and play the video on your Mac, iPod, iPhone and Apple TV.
Technical specifications
- Connections: USB 2.0, S-Video in, Composite video in, 2 x RCA audio in
- Supported video formats: NTSC, SECAM, PAL, and PAL/60
- Encoding formats: MPEG-4, H.264/AVC (requires a Core 2 Duo processor)
- Dimensions: 2.87 x 0.47 x 1.18 in./73 x 12 x 30 mm
- Weight: 2.82 oz./80 g
System requirements
- Macintosh computer with Intel Core Duo processor
- 512MB of RAM
- Built-in USB 2.0 port
- Mac OS X v10.5.6 Leopard or later
- QuickTime v7.6 or later
- iTunes v8.1 or later
What's in the box?
- Elgato Video Capture hardware
- Elgato Video Capture software (CD-ROM)
- Proof of purchase key
- Composite-to-SCART adapter
- Composite video/RCA stereo cable
Mfr. Part No.: 10020840
Most Useful Reviews
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Elgato Video Capture
Easy & reliable for old video tapes
Written by TH
Aug 22, 2009
I bought this to transfer a pile of old VHS home movies into iTunes. It could hardly be easier, and the quality seems quite good for only a hundred bucks (although I'd forgotten how crummy VHS looks compared to DVD).
The only issue I had is a couple of tapes had crinkled areas at the beginning, which it had a hard time with. But I was able to just skip forward a little bit to the non-damaged area and then it worked fine. …More37 of 37 people found this useful
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Elgato Video Capture
Occasionally choppy, but otherwise fine
Written by HT from Highland Mills
Jul 5, 2009
Like the previous reviewer, I have also experienced some choppy video. The first few seconds of each recording are choppy (looks like dropped frames), and occasionally in the middle of recordings or after the transition from one scene to another. However, for > 95% of the recording it's fine. The recorded quality is good (my recordings are mpeg4 because I don't have enough hardware for H.264) and the software is exceptionally easy to use. I'm not sorry I bought it, but it is annoying to have to re-record video that was inexplicably choppy. I've asked Elgato for an explanation and will update this review if I get one. …More
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Elgato Video Capture
not good :(
Written by DJ from RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Jun 8, 2009
Choppy recording. Almost un-viewable. Hopefully gets a software update or I'll have to return it.
43 of 60 people found this useful
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Most Recent Reviews
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Elgato Video Capture
Great Product
Written by JH from Plano
Dec 15, 2009
I recently purchased the Elgato Video Capture product and it does a fantastic job. Very easy to install and use for VHS & 8MM transfers to computer hard drive. I recommend this product. …More
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Elgato Video Capture
Exceeded Expectations - Great Product
Written by JB from Sussex
Nov 29, 2009
Within 5 minutes of opening the box I was able to record video, edit it in iMovie and export it to YouTube, the process was amazing, far above my expectations. The audio and video was totally in sync and picture quality was awesome. I used it with my DirectTV DVR, and I plan on trying it on some other analog devices like DVD player, and old VHS tapes. I am excited to capture more content. …More
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Elgato Video Capture
Worked great !
Written by BK from Upton
Nov 23, 2009
Easy to use. Worked great. Of course the quality is only as good as the tape image being transferred. I would recommend. Transferred all my years of VCR tapes and very pleased. …More
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Does the Elgato EyeTV Hydrid allow you to transfer VHS movies or is the Elgato Video Capture better suited?
- Asked by DG from Toronto
- Oct 9, 2009
Best Answer
Yes, the Hybrid can be use to capture from VHS tapes as well. There a some differences between the way the Hybrid does it, and the Video Capture.
• The Hybrid captures in MPEG-2 format, which is great if you want to go directly to DVD (using Toast for example), but it's not easy to edit and requires recompression to use in iTunes or iMovie.
• The Video Capture captures directly to MPEG-4/H.264 format, so the files are immediately ready to go into iTunes or iMovie, and can be synced to iPods, iPhones and Apple TVs with no further conversion.
• The software for the Video Capture makes the process somewhat simpler than using the Hybrid within EyeTV.
Mike Evangelist
Elgato …More- Answered by ME
- Oct 11, 2009
- 9 of 9 people found this useful
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will Elgato Video Capture work with snow leopard?
- Asked by RC from Rokewood
- Oct 12, 2009
Best Answer
Yes, the Video Capture software is fully compatible with Snow Leopard.
Mike Evangelist
Elgato- Answered by ME
- Oct 24, 2009
- 7 of 7 people found this useful
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Will this allow me to play my X BOX 360 on my MAC?
- Asked by JS from tucson
- Oct 28, 2009
Most Recent
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While recording, can it show on the second monitor full screen with full frame rate 25fps?
- Asked by LC from Bexley North
- Dec 16, 2009
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Can I use Elgato video capture to transfer content from Sky+HD?
- Asked by SB from COLCHESTER
- Dec 14, 2009
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Can I capture 8mm tapes and transfer them using this software? Ultimately, I would like to be able to edit and use this 8mm footage within iMovie.
- Asked by KC from Greenville
- Nov 28, 2009
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What hardware & software do I need to purchase capture both analogue and digital video to my mac
- Asked by MF from Fleet
- Nov 28, 2009
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Are there any comparisons with Pinnacle Video Capture? Interested
- Asked by JD from Sacramento
- Nov 26, 2009
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Besides the price, what is the difference between this product and the Grass Valley a/d converter ($279)??
- Asked by JA from Dearborn Heights
- Nov 24, 2009
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Does this product allow me to burn my DVDs faster than using iMovie and iDVD?
- Asked by RL from Atlanta
- Nov 23, 2009
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Can I use motion detection software with Elgato Video Capture?
- Asked by DE from Eastbourne,
- Nov 18, 2009
