Video Capture Devices

Video capture devices bring video from cameras, game consoles and other sources into a computer for streaming, recording or video calls. This page also includes video switchers, which select between several sources and often mix them for live production. The first decision is what you are capturing and how, because a simple capture stick suits one camera for streaming, while a switcher suits multi camera live events.

Input and quality are the next questions. Check the input connectors against your camera or console, the maximum resolution and frame rate the device captures, and whether it passes video through to a monitor with no delay for gaming.

Compatibility matters for software. Many capture devices work without drivers in common streaming and video call software, while others need the maker's software. Switchers may connect to a computer as a webcam or record directly.

Before buying, check the inputs and outputs, the capture resolution and frame rate, the computer connection, the software compatibility, and whether cables are included. Use the camera's clean output setting to hide on screen menus in your stream. For gaming capture, look for low latency passthrough and support for the frame rates your console outputs, and for video calls, a capture device lets a good camera replace a basic webcam, which improves image quality. External devices connect by cable, while internal cards fit inside a desktop computer and suit permanent setups.

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