I really want to thank you for creating this video! I bought a M50 for photography, but also wanted to use it for streaming and I was having a terrible time trying to get this to work with OBS! Your video is the first one I found that actually went into detail about the cables needed. So many videos just say, "the cord that came in your box", but my camera kit did not come with a cord so I had no idea what I needed. I ended up ordering the cables you suggested and everything is working now! I'm so happy! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
I’m finding that just running straight out of USB is the best way to go. No screen timeouts, clean HDMI (no on screen graphics), auto focus still works and as long as you have the dial set to record the flip out still works. No camlink needed. Just need something like ecamm to read the camera.
@@Deens13 Sorry, I don't use OBS at all and have never gotten that before so not sure what to tell you. You can try one of the USB options for live streaming like Ecamm Live instead maybe but I'm not sure what to suggest to you otherwise.
Use 'camera live' and 'cam twist driver' if you are on Mac. start canon utility3 then use just usb from m50 to usb in computer. in obs create game capture(syphon) . Don't use the video capture.Use create game capture(syphon) instead . Start Camera live. Make sure that locate the m50 as the source for game capture that you have created early
Great thank you for the suggestion. I have subscribed to Ecamm live. But I do not have the dummy battery. Still can I keep the m50 running beyond 30 mins with the canon utilities 3
Thank you for this tip. I was looking through software hacks for the camera, then found your video, and it is THE solution. Brilliant, thank you for sharing.
Great video. There is another option but you gotta pay. Sparkocam lets you keep autofocus hides all your display items and keeps the camera from going to sleep. Canon's utility has a nice "price" being free, but that dual pixel autofocus might be worth it to a lot of people...like me.
PCP Media Yep! Totally getcha on that one! That’s why I love using Ecamm Live so much! But I always forget about Spaorkocan, the name at least, but if it’s worth it to you, go for it for sure!
I want to thank you, I watched another video of yours and one you said was that people tune in for what you say and not cinematic quality. That helped because I was so focused on the picture, which is important but not more important than content. Thank you!
Thanks for posting. Besides keeping the camera going, the free utility itself is quite useful, allowing one to take pics and save directly to the computer not the camera with full camera control.
My pleasure Bruce! I've found that a lot of people actually just use the software to record videos with and that way they can use their computer monitor as a bigger camera display. It's pretty cool! I'm curious, what kind of videos are you creating Bruce?
@@DianaGladney I really like the app for camera control, and trying different settings. A USB battery connection, the USB information connection, the camera control app, a desktop camera stand and I feel like the plan is coming together. My YT channel is original acoustic music, & occasionally covers.
This is great! I hope I can do my 4/5 hour stream without having to press any camera button! The only issue is that I've had problems in the past with installing EOS Utility. I've tried everything and I get the same "specified path does not exist" message. It only happens with EOS Utilities tho, I can open Digital Photo Professional but even trying to open EOS Utility as an admin won't work. The only thing that it installs are shortcuts, not the actual program! :( Great video Diana!!
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV I used a Blue Yeti and just bought the Shure MV51. I used it for mainly live broadcast and is in love! I like how small it is and can pick up good sounds without too up close and personal :) I am still using my Deity lav for regular uploads, love 💕
Holly Lee That’s awesome! Sounds like you have a great setup there! Plus Diety is reeeeeaaallly making me want to try some of their microphones. They make some awesome mics!
With Ecamm live software I can live stream over an hour without the camera shutting down though lately the screen freezes...any solutions? Thanks for sharing this alternative
Hmm. Not sure what could be causing that. I'd start with replacing the cable maybe or uninstalling and reinstalling. I'd still reach out to support so they can take a proper look into what's going on.
@@DianaGladney yes they do, but the question is if there is still a 30min stream limit when connecting through usb cable, not elgato link. Has anyone tested that?
Thanks for the video just got 1 question What's avoiding from the camera to get into sleep mode? Plus i want to get this camera when For my streams , i stream 4-5 hours a day, would you say it will work for me?
RainbowQueen When connected and the camera program running on the computer, the cameras timeout function seems to be disabled temporarily. How long? I only tested this way over an hr personally. It should be fine though.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV girl thank you so much for answering , so as long as I connect it with the usb + installing the driver and also have the camlink etc it spouse to work with no problems? It worked for you for a full hour with no problems? You noticed any overheating problems?
RainbowQueen Yeah just follow the steps in the video and it should work. As far as overheating, that’s one thing I’ve never experienced on the M50. Using the USB only method with Ecamm live, it streamed for over 5 hours with no problem.
@@DianaGladney Hi great vid! new subscriber here! btw I'm planning to try out ecamm live with the USB method on the M50 because of what you said in this comment, but what is the video quality? because I use OBS (coz it's free) and for the M50 to connect to the software via usb, I have to run the "Camera live" app but the video is kinda low quality. that's why we bought the elgato camlink but it's not really 4k it's only 1080p and it's still lower quality than if I recorded 1080p directly to the camera. so what is the video quality with ecamm live streaming via USB? thanks
This is actually an older video and that was what was available at that time. However, you can live stream via USB using several other methods that are now available on the channel. Plus, using HDMI has a lot of limitation which is why I did this video. But if you have Ecamm Live you can use the native Canon Camera feature there and Canon has released a Webcam Utility Beta for both Mac and Windows users to live stream via USB. I've used Ecamm for nearly 2 years live streaming via USB and I've gotten up to 6hrs before I got tired and quit lol So, you can stream for a really long time if you like and not need a capture card. Just a thought.
You’re welcome. How do you like using the camera? I use both M50 and EOS R for my TH-cam channel. I have macro lenses for both and even use them for my animations. :)
The Wizard of West LA The M50 is still one of my all time faves. I use it less now since switching to Sony for my video work but it’s always been a great little camera I’ve loved using.
This was incredibly helpful! Thank you I just got the elgato cam link 4k on a gut feeling that it was not only going to work with the m50 but totally didn't think about the 30min record limit until I saw your title thank you again!
Diana I got email proof of Canon saying that they could make some of their cameras, (T6i and similar processors or better), clean HDMI output but don't, because they have no plans of doing a firmware update. If you want the emails, let me know, maybe free content to talk about if you haven't already.
Very very interesting but I wouldn't put it past them smh. I honestly don't give Canon any slack for their nonsense and they've even released sideways articles from their corporate heads about what they could do but won't. Oh well, people will take their money and business elsewhere smh I appreciate you sharing that, I believe you, I don't even need to see it. We've been experiencing Canon's half cared about methods since 2017 smh
Thank you so much! Unfortunately, you can't bypass the recording limit inside the camera. Unless you're connected to software/computer in some way, that's the only type of way you can record (through the software, like Ecamm Live) to record unlimitedly. Otherwise, if you're just in the middle of the park on a tripod for example, you are stuck at the 30 minute limit. You'd have to go to Sony or Panasonic if you want true unlimited video recording options. My recommendation would be Sony.
So once you have the canon utility app open to where you can see camera settings in remote shooting that’s all you need? No settings you have to change it just automatically disables auto shutoff feature? I ended up purchasing the M50 because of your videos and this one has helped me to get it working perfectly! Thank you!
This video is actually outdated, it's not needed to live stream this way any longer because there are other options to get around all the limitations. But if you continue using the capture card with the M50, I didn't do anything different than what I showed in the video for it to work really, so the USB port keeping the camera "busy" kept it from shutting off.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV perfect! Thank you. even though there are a few other options out there this one still gives the clearest signal by far. That new canon utility BETA is great but until they are able to put a feed through that is greater resolution than 560 I don’t see it really being beneficial for streaming. Sparko cam has great features as well but causes some pretty bad frame skipping and brings down the smoothness of the video as well as reduced the clarity. Thank you for all of your help! This is working great for me!
That's awesome, I'm glad to hear that! I tested the Webcam Utility beta but I can't fully test it to see what's what with the quality until they release it for Mac as well. It's a pretty sad move if Canon keeps the resolution low like that, smh.
@@DianaGladney Hi Diana, so I downloaded the EOS Webcam utility and connected it via USB. I did disable the auto shut off in the menu options (wrench, page 4 in the camera). That seemed to work fine and it lasted longer than 30 minutes, in fact, I think it lasted over an hour or so. The only thing is the battery life doesn't last as long so I ordered a Raeisusp power supply (should be arriving soon). I did also buy a capture card and HDMI cable and connected and tested it tonight. It shut off after 30 minutes. I really loved the quality of the HDMI. when I connected the M50 via the USB using the EOS utility it was a bit laggy. In OBS when I added a video capture device, it recognized either the EOS utility or the HDMI connection as "USB Video." I stream on Twitch and I've tried both setups (USB + EOS utility: and the capture card + HDMI cable). The game Twitch Sings DOES NOT find the the EOS utility but it will find the USB video (HDMI) which is fantastic! But the camera shuts off at 30 mins. What should I do. I hope you understood all of that. If there's a way to show you or explain it to you better I'd be happy to do that.
Hey... ok, with Canon M50, I read if it's running off HDMI, it shuts off after 30 minutes. But do you ALSO connect the camera to the computer with mini-USB to trick the camera to not shut off while also being connected via HDMI? Am I correct? So you hook up both connections, HDMI to the Device Capture and mini-USB to computer?
Thank you SO MUCH for this video! You just saved me from returning my Canon SL3 in hopes of finding a camera that stays in Live View mode for over 30 min for live streaming. Just as you mentioned, once I downloaded & opened the EOS Utility app + plugged in a USB B cable to my PC, the camera stays in Live View mode indefinitely, allowing me to load the HDMI CamLink 4K in Streamlabs OBS for long-term live streaming. My only concern from here is that I wonder if the camera will overheat with daily 2-3 hr use?
Hey Steven! Glad the video helped but you actually shouldn’t have to do too much with your SL3 but probably adjust some settings. The SL3 has clean HDMI Out built into the camera. So it may just be a matter of disabling the time out setting but you shouldn’t need to use this method though.
@@DianaGladney I've played with all the power / display settings and your solution is the only one that has worked so far! I have the EOS Utility app on my Task Bar, so it isn't a bother to just open it up quickly before streaming. This is well worth not having my camera shut off every 30 min during a stream! Thanks again for the fantastic solution :)
i have the same problem with my Canon but didn't understand the solution ... it is because u have not only usb pluged in? HDMI aswell? or why it is now still on?
datHYDRA For this solution you need to have both a USB (micro USB) and HDMI (HDMI mini to CamLink) plugged in. Then turn the Canon on, open the EOS Utility app, and hit the Live View button on the app to switch the camera into video mode, this enabling it to be used for streaming.
I never had the m100 so I don’t know what to tell you or even if that camera can be used for streaming at all and in some way get past the 30 minute mark.
Hey Alex! If you’re using the cam link and m50 you would need to put your camera in manual autofocus. Press the left directional button on you camera and it’ll go into manual mode. There are other tutorials specifically on the m50 on live streaming on the channel and it’ll walk you through the setup if you need it. 🙂
I'm so curious why this strategy even works? I've had my 70d shut off after 30 min with live view - and also shut off after 30 min with the elgato. But when used together it overrides it somehow?
I honestly have no idea why it works but when I tested it went for over an hour lol I would assume because the camera is giving priority to the USB connection and the EOS Utility app running keeps the camera "awake" vs it timing out beyond 30 minutes. Then, connecting it via HDMI just gives you the camera feed so you can have it read as web camera but that's my best guess. If you have a mac Ecamm Live is the best way. Other than that a buddy of mine has used Sparkocam but it's kind of meh but it gets the job done. I wish it didn't have to be hacked but these are the only options for real. Hope that helps!
Hello, Thank you for the video! I was hoping i would get an answer to whether or not this trick works when live streaming with 2 M50..looking to start using multiple cams on my live podcast.
I'm not sure using this method, but this is an older video and I wouldn't recommend using the Cam Link specifically for live streaming. You can use just a USB cable and one of the recent methods shown and using the USB method, with specifically Ecamm Live, I have been able to use 2 Canon M50s and live stream with it.
Thank you for your videos. I'm new to livestreaming and you have contributed much to my education. I have the setup you describe in this video and followed your instructions, particularly about the sequence of plugging in the USB then the micro HDMI, but have found that as long as that USB is plugged in, what I get for an image is a laptop icon. Did I miss a step? Thanks for your help.
My pleasure Michael, I'm glad the videos have been helpful for you. This being an older video, you really don't need to do all this as there are options to live stream via USB now available for the Canon M50. However, if you're planning on using this method, I'm not sure what you'd be getting the screen you're seeing though. Sorry I can't be of more help.
@@DianaGladney -- Thank you. I would prefer to learn the newer, better method. Can you direct me to a video of yours that describes a better method. Thanks again.
So by having the USB AND HDMI connected it somehow overrides the 30min shutdown in live view? I have a Canon 7Dmk2 I've been using from streaming and tried but the USB and Cam link separately but it still shuts down the live view after 30min. Going to do a quick test with both connected and runnign and see what happens. If it works I'll post back up, thank for the idea.
LankyBrendon I did find a work around using a different product called Sparkocam. I made a video of it myself but I won’t post it here as that would be an asshole move. PM me for the link
Is there a way to remove or get around that limit without the cables and cam link - I mean for just a regular video? I do a lot of videos alone taking reviews of things like phone hardware in the office or just talking to the camera doing how-to-tips videos. Let me know and thanks so much for this.
Nope! No way that I know of. The best option is to choose a better camera. The only cameras that record unlimited is nearly all Panasonic cameras, the Sony a6400, a6600 and the Sony A7R4. Other than that you'd have to get some camera that does unlimited recording or has a native clean HDMI out and then you can connect and monitor/recorder and record on the HDMI monitor but the best thing is just to get a better camera with unlimited recording and those usually have clean HDMI out natively.
@@DianaGladney Do you have a recommendation of anything Sony or Panasonic (in same budget range that is mirrorless - $500-$600) that also has a good sensor in it? All I really need is, decent low lighting setting (and by low light I mean in a office with windows open / NOT outside in the dark) and a OK built in microphone with articulating or flip out reversible LCD screen? THat's literally ALL i'm looking for. The Canon you mentioned in this video has the PERFECT combination and light sensor that I'm looking for but GOD why does it have that limit :( Any suggestions and even an affiliate link that supports your channel please is welcome :) I'm looking to buy this like TODAY haha. It's a LONG story lol
@@DianaGladney OK OK last question, does that uhm A50 have a built in mic? Just curious. I'm debating biting the bullet and just getting the A50. I mean for what I do - nobody lasts for 30 minutes on my videos anyways. I usually try to keep them around 15-20mins max.
@@RichTechnologyGroup lol No worries, questions don't bother me one bit! If you need a camera like today, the one nearest to everything you're mentioning and will have stellar autofocus, good for indoor or near window lower lighting (I'd still say have some lighting no matter what camera though) and has clean HDMI out and unlimited recording would be the Sony a6400. I just took a look like 5 seconds ago and B&H Photo Video in NY (that's a place you can trust their used gear) has a used on for $748.50 that comes with a kit lens. www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802090886-USE/sony_ilce_6400l_b_alpha_a6400_mirrorless_digital.html Otherwise, Panasonic wouldn't be "great" in lower light for real (it's a smaller sensor size which is why but it's not horrible) or autofocus (you'd end up using manual focus, the Panasonic G85 I used to own and it has unlimited recording and clean HDMI out. Again, autofocus is a biggie here but it's priced at about $600 on Amazon used & $557 on B&H: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802054646-USE/panasonic_dmc_g85mk_lumix_dmc_g85_mirrorless_micro.html Amazon: amzn.to/2HGeiSG Used G85's on Amazon but doesn't include a lens start at $485: amzn.to/3bYZFba Anything else sub $500 if Panasonic will be the same issues like the G85 and them some cameras like their G7 or GX85 have 30 min rec limits. Any DSLR from Canon, 30 min limit and terrible in-camera preamps and no clean HDMI out. And YES, all of these cameras have built-in microphones but I wouldn't recommend using them. If anything, you can get a shotgun mic that's like $20 or $30 and put it on a little stand near you using an audio extension cable and it'll give you great audio. If you want 2 options I have used for that let me know and I'll comment the gear list for those. Hope this helps!
Thank you so much! I'm glad it was valuable for ya! It's going to be a lot more updated videos around live streaming with the m50 so I'm hoping to refresh this video a bit. Let me know if there's anything specific that I can help you with!
Thank you! Will it work with Canon Rebel Sl3 (also a 30 minute-capped camcorder)? For years I thought it's impossible, and now I think I'll start livestreaming!
It could but I honestly don't know for sure. They made quite a few changes on that camera so it's definitely worth a try considering it's a modern model. It's worth a shot!
Yes. All you need to do is select WiFi on your m50 then the utility app should pop up and click the connect button on your computer. Then your camera will not shut off, provided you select the appropriate settings in your camera.
Diana por favor, uso o cam link 4k, m50 original, mas chega em 25 min e a gravação para. A tela escurece e preciso reinicia-la para voltar a funcionar, como resolver isso? Obrigada
Olá, Este vídeo foi apenas uma correção temporária de muito tempo atrás. Atualmente, não recomendo usar este método para transmissão ao vivo. A Canon agora oferece software de transmissão ao vivo via USB para que você possa transmitir por mais de 30 minutos. A Canon M50 original não possui uma saída HDMI limpa. Portanto, além do hack mostrado neste vídeo ou transmissão ao vivo via USB, eu não recomendaria usar um Cam Link com ele para transmissão ao vivo. - Hello, This video was just a temporary fix from a long time ago. Currently, I don't recommend using this method for live streaming. Canon now offers live streaming software via USB so you can stream for over 30 minutes. The original Canon M50 does not have a Clean HDMI output. So apart from the hack shown in this video or live streaming via USB, I would not recommend using a Cam Link with it for live streaming.
Trouble shooting question: My camera video feed doesn’t show?? I’m using the M50, cam link and OBS, but getting no picture. Am I missing something? Using Mac book pro, with an adapter for the USB port. Any thoughts? Thanks for the help!
Great question! I personally still use my phone in some capacity when going live or recording a video that way, so I don't want to lock my phone into being used. I personally don't need the Cam Link to stream I use Ecamm Live so it's just natively built-in and that solves the problem. Since some people also use other apps, it just works for some to let the computer take the extra work vs lock up the phone for streaming too.
* IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED you use this method to live stream on the Canon M50 Mark 1 via HDMI out.* The Canon M50 does not have clean HMDI and will constantly be an issue trying to use HDMI as a streaming option. I'd recommend live stream via USB using Ecamm Live that can go up to 4K or use Canon's Webcam Utility software for live streaming (lower resolution of less than 720p) or consider a camera model that has Clean HDMI out for live streaming. This was meant to be a temp fix pre-2020 live streaming demands.
the dont have clean hdmi if you use AF o autofocus ...but if you turn off autofocus. and pres info buton to disapear all info in teh screen ,you have clean hdmi xd and 1080p...i have de m6 and make this changes and i have celan hdmi out...(but no autofocus...) but its clean xd
Honestly no, this was only supposed to be a short fix. I wouldn't recommend live streaming with the Canon M50 via HDMI. If you want to keep the M50, I would at least consider swapping it out and trading in your camera body for the new Canon M50 Mark 2 or the M6 Mark 2 that has clean HDMI out. Otherwise, live streaming via USB is going to be the best route when live streaming on the M50 Mark 1.
So I'm a little confused. I know there's a 30 min record limit but if you're pulling the feed through USB with Camera Live and Ecamm Live, why is there a restriction? Thanks.
This is not associated with using Ecamm. With Ecamm you only have to connect via usb only. They already have a built in system to stream withoit any limits and have autofocus enabled. If you have the cam link to connect via hdmi you lose autofocus and previously were subject to the 30 min limit typical with Canon. By connecting this way, for this method only, you now avoid being limited to a 30 minute limit. That's why I love Ecamm, it didn't matter what the camera's restrictions are, they built in the workaround in their software.
So, this is an older video that since it’s come out you shouldn’t have to use anymore. It was a quick fix for a long time ago. You never need to press record to live stream though. Do you have the Canon M50 Mark 1 or 2?
Hey Diana, thank you very much! This was a life saver! I am just thinking about harming the camera with the hdmi out and the usb plugged in to keep it working, i read about it somewhere, you know something about it?
In all the years of streaming through my camera when I used the M50 I never had an issue but I wouldn’t suggest hdmi streaming on the M50 Mark 1. This video was just originally intended for a temp fix assuming canon would update the firmware but they chose not to. So, never heard of it ruining a camera but I wouldn’t use this for a long term solution.
Unfortunately, I wouldn’t know what might cause that issue for you. If you’re streaming via HDMI on the original M50, I’d just recommend using a USB Live streaming option instead.
@@DianaGladney yea, I agree. I have the eos m50 and the camera will work for anywhere from 5-30 minutes and just freeze. Is there a way to make the utility smooth just like the cam link?
Hi, can I live stream in Zoom with the memory card in camera or should I remove it? If I stream with the card in, it goes blank after few minutes. If I remove the card, it says "No card in camera." How do I remove the "No card in camera" message. Looking forward to your input. Thank you.
I'd double check the Elgato website and verify your computer meets the requirements for the device. Sometimes that's the issue. If it does meet the requirements, you may have to reach out to their customer support and see what they suggest is going on with that.
Thanks for the advice Diana, I'm currently trying to get a Canonb R10 to stream longer than 30 minutes, tried the USB, then tried a cheap HDMi Capture card, so the Elgato Cam Link will go longer than 30 minutes where the cheaper capture cards wont?
If I recall, I'm pretty sure they might already have it but having tried ML in the past, it was worth it just to get a camera that worked natively lol If you try it, hopefully it works out well for ya!
Hello Diana, so glad I came across this video. Quick question. If I’m using this all for a podcast, which software should I use to record via my Mac? Or does the streaming software you use also record for non live streaming. If so, what’s the software’s name? Thanks so much!
I wouldn’t suggest using the method in this old video, I would suggest using Ecamm live for streaming and recording unlimited with no need for a capture card, you just use a USB cable. Diana.link/EcammLive
The SL3 has clean HDMI out to my understanding already so I wasn't aware it would have still the 30 minute limit since they made it accessible on that camera. I honestly don't know but it'd be pretty backwards of Canon to still have that 30 min limit. It it's still on there, it should. I haven't heard anyone say it didn't work. So, it's at least worth a try I suppose.
@@DianaGladney I'm running into the auto shut off issue with my new SL3. I'm trying to live stream with El Gato HD60 S+ and the SL3. Auto shut-off is disabled in the camera settings, but it goes into that sleep mode (screen goes black with white text saying to hit the button). Super frustrating. I'm going to try to try the usb workaround you detailed. Thanks for that. I'll reply again after I test this.
@@recepiscan6067 Please let me know if that works......I have an sl2...was thinking of upgrading to the sl3 just for lenses and such and clean hdmi....... I hear there is a work around for the sl2 to have clean hdmi......and was thinking that if you could figure out how to bypass the 30 minute shut off on the sl3, that maybe i could do it on the sl2..thank you!
@@SteveMintonMarketingI started to work on this yesterday... I've installed the suite of utilities from Canon, and although the EOS Utility 3 is installed (I'm running Windows 10), only the EOS Utility and EOS Utility 2 show up in my apps list. Based on Diana's workaround, I see the options she outlines within the EOS Utility 2 app, but I'm having connectivity issues between my SL3 and computer via the mini usb... camera is not being found. So strange.... I'm going to have to walk-back all of my setup to figure out where I'm going wrong. With that said, not having been able to use the work around yet...but livestreamed last night and the SL3 didn't go into sleep mode until after the 2 hour mark! So very strange. Before yesterday, it was consistently going to sleep at around 30 minutes (sometimes 32 minutes, sometimes 35 minutes). I'll update when I've worked on this a bit more.
Hi. Thank you for the video. I’m going to set this up in a few days but have a question. Do the settings(auto focus, clear icons from on-screen) stay saved or do you have to change them every time you want to stream for example?
My pleasure! The previously video about streaming with the m50 and the cam link, all those same factors still apply. They camera will keep whatever your last setting was but that's about it. You may not have to always change them but check it before you stream and make sure everything is still good to go.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV Thank you so much for the quick response. Also, since I’m on the PC and you may not know the answer to this but will I still need a USB connection along with the HDMI to make this thing work fully?
But if I don’t use the USB and just HDMI, the camera’s screen turns off. Sorry, I’m a bit confused. I’m planning on using the camera mainly for live streaming probably around four to five hours.
It may no longer be a suitable option. I'd suggest trying Canon's webcam utility that has come out since this video was released. It was only meant to be a temp fix at the time for those having issues but not a long term solution.
My HDMI output will not show 16:9 ratio full frame. When it shows 16:9 it is zoomed in slightly with black surrounding whole image. I can get it to show full height if I change the still image to 3:2 but then the sides have pillar boxes. I’m outputting to a BMD switcher. If anyone can help...
No clue honestly. The T6i doesn’t have clean HDMI out so it’s a good chance it may not work because nothing I’ve found showed sling studio getting around that 30 min limit.
If you can even get a used original Canon battery, that's still better and runs longer than the third party batteries. In the video I did about the batteries the Big Mikes battery lasted the longest of those I've tested. However, since that video one went bad and swole up and had to be thrown out. You can still try them but Wasabi batteries are also known to be good. Here's the video: th-cam.com/video/3nI8xDfsZws/w-d-xo.html
Hi Diana...thank you for all the video's that you are doing, this one has been so helpful. I realized I needed to completely remove the Cannon webcam utility from my iMac and only use the EOS Utility 3 (as you suggested)...and my Elgato capture card. As long as the utility is open the camera never shuts down at 30 minutes. So one chord is coming from the camera into my computer to keep the utility working and another cord from my camera goes into the capture card and then into my computer. At least that is how it worked for me. However, at the moment I am not using Ecamm and just streaming straight to Zoom. Part of the reason I am not sold on Ecamm is that their green screen feature is not as good as Zoom and I love Zooms " touch up my appearance feature..LOL!" Now I need to figure out how to fix the audio latency. Any suggestions. Is there something in the camera that helps? This is my last frustration. I have tried everything I can think of including no green screen and it still is an issue. You seem to have no latency what so ever on your video. What are you doing to make that happen? Thank you for all you do!! -Katt
Yeah, it's a pickle fiddling around with the limitations of some of these Canon cameras lol Since the webcam utility wasn't out at the time I did this video but I can see how the two softwares might clash a bit. As far as latency, yeah, that's never been something I've run into but I would check and see based on the type of mic you're using if the mic itself introduces any lag, sometimes it could be your computer struggling to process everything you have running a bit. In Ecamm I know they have a latency tool for your audio use can use and OBS has one but outside of those two, not sure how you could tackle that unfortunately.
@@DianaGladney thanks for your reply. I think you are right about my processor in my iMac. It is 5 years old, so I am going to buy a new one....YAY! I just may use Ecamm too. ;-)
So is there no way now to live stream on your canon m50 for multiple hours without it disconnecting or shutting off? I'm wanting to use it fo my live streams..
There are a few ways to do it. There are several new videos on the channel recently added. Check the videos tab or the playlists and it’s plenty of options that have come out since I did this video.
I believe this works if you use the app through wi-fi as well doesn't it? I use my 80d for my streams and I actually didn't know this was an issue because I always have the utility running. I've been looking at the SL3 because it has the autofocus with clean HDMI out. Buttttttt, I'm hearing it has a time out issue. I'm wondering if this fixes it? Any idea if this works with wi-fi for you?
gabelim91 Nope! Unfortunately not. Unless you connect to software that allows you to bypass the timer and record via software, just regular internally recording on the m50 over 30 minutes isn’t possible. Only some Sony and Panasonic cameras have unlimited video recording. That’s why I prefer the Sony a6400. It’s probably the best for video podcast setups.
@@DianaGladney Dang, that sucks. Is there a way to have it record a new session right after the 30 mins then? Then it was would be 2 clips ( one 30 min and second 15 minutes for example)
Thank you so much for this video- I was able to get it to be set up except for some reason instead of showing the image from my lens all I see from my cam link is the little "laptop" looking icon. I've tried turning off and on my camera and it will show me the sensor cleaning symbol (in obs/cam link view) right before turning off but it won't show me myself in the camera. Any ideas?? I have the usb and hdmi plugged in just like you said.
it was hard to understand when you did show doing these things, just spoke about them. i want to buy the camera, and couldn’t follow along like if i had one, im not sure if this is only applicable to USA or if it also works in UK version cameras/apps for canon?
I wouldn't suggest getting the Canon M50 Mark 1. If you want to get the M50 just use the Canon M50 Mark 2 that has clean HDMI out or use another brand that doesn't have these issues like the Sony a6100.
Hey! Just started streaming with a dslr (canon 90D) and my face cam cuts out roughly every 30mins, I need to push the stop start button to get it working again. Is this just a flaw of the camera or is there a way I can stop this from happening?
I'm not sure what the issue could be with your 90D. I would make sure you have clean hdmi enabled on your camera because that models does have that feature that should allow you to live stream without the camera going to sleep. Also, make sure you have your sleep mode disabled or off inside your camera.
I wouldn't recommend this process honestly because there are newer ways to get around this issue. You can use the Canon Webcam Beta software or Ecamm Live to get around nearly all the issues live streaming via HDMI and just stream via USB. The SL1 doesn't have clean HDMI out, so it's honestly not even worth using any longer. This was an old video before the newer methods were available.
@@DianaGladney SL1 doesn't have clean HDMI officially. ...however when in standby. .....if it is connected to a monitor with HDMI output........I can have nothing on the screen but the picture.
True, similar to the M50 BUT you don’t have to deactivate all your icons and such using USB methods. But try the HDMI Using this method, it’ll probably work.
Hi, I just bought the cam link 4K as I was hoping for high quality live streams. If I use the EOS utility programme instead of elgato, will the quality of the stream significantly decrease and if so, is there a way to increase it?
I can't speak to the EOS Webcam Utility application's quality because that is rather low. However, if you use Ecamm Live, you can get a higher quality image. If you want to see a comparison and see if you can spot any major differences, you can check out the video here:th-cam.com/video/oVsiPf17KmA/w-d-xo.html
In canon manual we can disable "auto turn off" so i just wondering why dont we just simple plug m50 to computer via camlink and the camera never sleep?
Because the camera actually isn't turning itself off, it goes into a sleep mode. If you're using the cam link and you don't have some alt method used to prevent this, your stream feed goes black and you need to wake up the camera.
@@DianaGladney What is the sub-method for the camera not to turn off automatically? touching the screen is not always possible. 30 minutes max display is on. I hope I could tell you. I'm sorry, I wrote it with google translation :)
Using this method is not something I honestly ever use. This was created as a help for the community. However wherever you designate a saved recording to go to like an external hard drive can still work. The only way I would pull content in from a stream to record is Ecamm Live. Then you can save it to an external hard drive in a nice high quality file for sure. Just make sure with any method you use you have a fast enough data transfer rate to the device or you risk your video filled being messed up or audio and video sync issues.
In reading comments on multiple videos, I’m worried about lag, lipsync, and the HDMI out on the Canon M50. Using the cam as webcam within Zoom is a huge part of my usage. I’m starting to lean towards Sony Alpha series. Mainly because of the clean HDMI out, but I know software can remedy this for the M50. I’m stuck!! Lol someone help!
Lag and sync issues is usually a computer issue, not a camera issue. If you’re using a weak or damaged cable that’s not transferring the data well or (often the mani problem) they don’t have enough RAM, essentially a strong enough computer to do everything they’re doing. Most people didn’t buy their computer for video and live streaming and they have 8GB of RAM and with 12 Chrome Browser tabs open, Zoom running and who knows what lol their computer is wheezing because it can’t process everything. So, they have issues lol The M50 was built for live streaming but there are ways around that. However if you want more features and you want clean HDMI natively built into the camera, Sony does a great job with that. The camera is a preference but the lag issues is user related.
You don’t have to do anything with it honestly. It’s only open to have the camera recognized by the computer so that it doesn’t go to sleep after 30 minutes.
RilweGames Hey there! I think it’s safe to say unlimited via a sunny battery. Past 2 hours I didn’t see anything to suggest it may have problems or overheat. You should be good! Btw Germany is on my list of places to visit! So cool to see up in the comments! 😊
Yep, it's literally the exact same settings as in the video. There's no extra steps or anything that you have to do before doing any of this stuff and it should work for you.
Hello Diana! Would this work on a Canon t6i? I understood that you use both ports: the hdmi and the usb of the camera. One goes to your capture card and the other one straight to the PC.
I haven't tested the T6i so I honestly don't have an answer for that but Canon released the Webcam Utility Beta if you're a windows user and Ecamm Live if you have a Mac is what I'd suggest and stream via USB vs HDMI. But if you prefer HDMI then yes, you're connecting both the HDMI and USB connections.
I've done a few videos mentioning Sparkocam, not a fan of it. Plus as old as this video is, there are better and easier live streaming options now that are similar but more reliable than Sparkocam but it was cool while it lasted.
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Diana, even after 4 years these videos are still so helpful. Thank you for posting this!
I'm glad to hear this is still coming in handy! I'm really glad this was helpful for you! 💯
I really want to thank you for creating this video! I bought a M50 for photography, but also wanted to use it for streaming and I was having a terrible time trying to get this to work with OBS! Your video is the first one I found that actually went into detail about the cables needed. So many videos just say, "the cord that came in your box", but my camera kit did not come with a cord so I had no idea what I needed. I ended up ordering the cables you suggested and everything is working now! I'm so happy! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
You’re very welcome! Glad this video came in handy.
I’m finding that just running straight out of USB is the best way to go. No screen timeouts, clean HDMI (no on screen graphics), auto focus still works and as long as you have the dial set to record the flip out still works. No camlink needed. Just need something like ecamm to read the camera.
Yep! Plenty of videos on that on the channel about it lol
I get ERR 70 when I plug in my M50 through a USB cable to my Mac using OBS via Camera Live. Please help
@@Deens13 Sorry, I don't use OBS at all and have never gotten that before so not sure what to tell you. You can try one of the USB options for live streaming like Ecamm Live instead maybe but I'm not sure what to suggest to you otherwise.
Use 'camera live' and 'cam twist driver' if you are on Mac. start canon utility3 then use just usb from m50 to usb in computer. in obs create game capture(syphon) . Don't use the video capture.Use create game capture(syphon) instead .
Start Camera live. Make sure that locate the m50 as the source for game capture that you have created early
Great thank you for the suggestion. I have subscribed to Ecamm live. But I do not have the dummy battery. Still can I keep the m50 running beyond 30 mins with the canon utilities 3
Thank you for this tip. I was looking through software hacks for the camera, then found your video, and it is THE solution. Brilliant, thank you for sharing.
My pleasure Stephen!! ☺️ Glad I could help!
Also worked for my EOS 2000D thank you
Great video. There is another option but you gotta pay. Sparkocam lets you keep autofocus hides all your display items and keeps the camera from going to sleep. Canon's utility has a nice "price" being free, but that dual pixel autofocus might be worth it to a lot of people...like me.
PCP Media Yep! Totally getcha on that one! That’s why I love using Ecamm Live so much! But I always forget about Spaorkocan, the name at least, but if it’s worth it to you, go for it for sure!
Thank you for this! I am learning so much from your M50 videos!
My pleasure! Glad the videos are helping you!
YOU SAVED MY LIFE, seriously. Thank you!
Rodrigo Gálvez My pleasure!! ☺️ I’m so glad this was helpful for you!
I want to thank you, I watched another video of yours and one you said was that people tune in for what you say and not cinematic quality. That helped because I was so focused on the picture, which is important but not more important than content. Thank you!
My pleasure!! ☺️ I’m glad the content was helpful for you!
Thanks for posting. Besides keeping the camera going, the free utility itself is quite useful, allowing one to take pics and save directly to the computer not the camera with full camera control.
My pleasure Bruce! I've found that a lot of people actually just use the software to record videos with and that way they can use their computer monitor as a bigger camera display. It's pretty cool!
I'm curious, what kind of videos are you creating Bruce?
@@DianaGladney I really like the app for camera control, and trying different settings. A USB battery connection, the USB information connection, the camera control app, a desktop camera stand and I feel like the plan is coming together. My YT channel is original acoustic music, & occasionally covers.
That’s awesome! It didn’t take much once you get it setup the way you want it makes creating so much easier.
This is great! I hope I can do my 4/5 hour stream without having to press any camera button! The only issue is that I've had problems in the past with installing EOS Utility. I've tried everything and I get the same "specified path does not exist" message. It only happens with EOS Utilities tho, I can open Digital Photo Professional but even trying to open EOS Utility as an admin won't work. The only thing that it installs are shortcuts, not the actual program! :( Great video Diana!!
That's so odd. I haven't heard of that one before. I googled what you said and it pulled some tutorials up. Try that and see what you find!
Did you successfully streamed for over 4 hours?
Your audio sounds amazing for the price!
Holly Lee Thanks! This microphone is a beast and my favorite! Do you use a USB microphone?
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV I used a Blue Yeti and just bought the Shure MV51. I used it for mainly live broadcast and is in love! I like how small it is and can pick up good sounds without too up close and personal :) I am still using my Deity lav for regular uploads, love 💕
Holly Lee That’s awesome! Sounds like you have a great setup there! Plus Diety is reeeeeaaallly making me want to try some of their microphones. They make some awesome mics!
@@DianaGladney considering the price point, love it!
With Ecamm live software I can live stream over an hour without the camera shutting down though lately the screen freezes...any solutions? Thanks for sharing this alternative
Hmm. Not sure what could be causing that. I'd start with replacing the cable maybe or uninstalling and reinstalling. I'd still reach out to support so they can take a proper look into what's going on.
Update Ecamm live. I think they support the M50 now!!!
Yo Rob! You are correct! The new update means they natively support the m50 without anyadditional programs, just the usb cable.
@@DianaGladney yes they do, but the question is if there is still a 30min stream limit when connecting through usb cable, not elgato link. Has anyone tested that?
@@DianaGladney when does the 30mins begin? when connecting the camera to Ecamm, or when actually going live?
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I have been searching for a solution for months.
My pleasure!! 😊
This was very helpful and presented well, Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the video just got 1 question
What's avoiding from the camera to get into sleep mode? Plus i want to get this camera when For my streams , i stream 4-5 hours a day, would you say it will work for me?
RainbowQueen When connected and the camera program running on the computer, the cameras timeout function seems to be disabled temporarily. How long? I only tested this way over an hr personally. It should be fine though.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV girl thank you so much for answering , so as long as I connect it with the usb + installing the driver and also have the camlink etc it spouse to work with no problems? It worked for you for a full hour with no problems? You noticed any overheating problems?
RainbowQueen Yeah just follow the steps in the video and it should work. As far as overheating, that’s one thing I’ve never experienced on the M50. Using the USB only method with Ecamm live, it streamed for over 5 hours with no problem.
@@DianaGladney Hi great vid! new subscriber here! btw I'm planning to try out ecamm live with the USB method on the M50 because of what you said in this comment, but what is the video quality? because I use OBS (coz it's free) and for the M50 to connect to the software via usb, I have to run the "Camera live" app but the video is kinda low quality. that's why we bought the elgato camlink but it's not really 4k it's only 1080p and it's still lower quality than if I recorded 1080p directly to the camera. so what is the video quality with ecamm live streaming via USB? thanks
Just use a USB cable and Camera Live from get hub thats it thats all! (You can do a 2 hour live broadcast on a single charge).
This is actually an older video and that was what was available at that time. However, you can live stream via USB using several other methods that are now available on the channel. Plus, using HDMI has a lot of limitation which is why I did this video. But if you have Ecamm Live you can use the native Canon Camera feature there and Canon has released a Webcam Utility Beta for both Mac and Windows users to live stream via USB. I've used Ecamm for nearly 2 years live streaming via USB and I've gotten up to 6hrs before I got tired and quit lol So, you can stream for a really long time if you like and not need a capture card. Just a thought.
My camera freezes after an hour. It's random. Sometimes 2 hours or 1 hr and a half 😭😭😭
SWEET - thank you for sharing this solution Diana!
My pleasure Michael!
Thank you, Diana!
My pleasure!
my camera will work with flip out screen and autofocus will work. just wanted you to know. good video thanks
Cool beans! My pleasure!! ☺️ Glad this video was helpful for you!
You’re welcome. How do you like using the camera? I use both M50 and EOS R for my TH-cam channel. I have macro lenses for both and even use them for my animations. :)
The Wizard of West LA The M50 is still one of my all time faves. I use it less now since switching to Sony for my video work but it’s always been a great little camera I’ve loved using.
This was incredibly helpful! Thank you I just got the elgato cam link 4k on a gut feeling that it was not only going to work with the m50 but totally didn't think about the 30min record limit until I saw your title thank you again!
My pleasure John! Glad the video was helpful for you!
Great videos. Don’t ever stop.
Thank you so much! 😊
Thanks for the advice, Diana!
My pleasure!
What lens are you using for this video? 50mm?
Nope! I actually don't care for the 50mm, you have to set it super far away when recording. I use a 35mm lens and the speedbooster.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV can you make a video explaining the gear you use on your M50?
Already done! Just search the channel.
Diana I got email proof of Canon saying that they could make some of their cameras, (T6i and similar processors or better), clean HDMI output but don't, because they have no plans of doing a firmware update. If you want the emails, let me know, maybe free content to talk about if you haven't already.
Very very interesting but I wouldn't put it past them smh. I honestly don't give Canon any slack for their nonsense and they've even released sideways articles from their corporate heads about what they could do but won't. Oh well, people will take their money and business elsewhere smh I appreciate you sharing that, I believe you, I don't even need to see it. We've been experiencing Canon's half cared about methods since 2017 smh
@@DianaGladney Word! Blows my mind!
Love your content! How would I exceed the 30-minute record limit for normal video? - not for livestreaming. Would appreciate some tips!
Thank you so much!
Unfortunately, you can't bypass the recording limit inside the camera. Unless you're connected to software/computer in some way, that's the only type of way you can record (through the software, like Ecamm Live) to record unlimitedly. Otherwise, if you're just in the middle of the park on a tripod for example, you are stuck at the 30 minute limit. You'd have to go to Sony or Panasonic if you want true unlimited video recording options. My recommendation would be Sony.
Try out Magic Lantern, im not sure if they have a version for your specific eos line
Erik Ea Nah, it’s not worth it. When the M50 came out they had people damaging their cameras trying to do that.
@@DianaGladney ahh i see, well I'm using my 70d so I'm not too sure, thanks for the heads up
@@DianaGladney Is it possible to bypass recording limit if i will be using an external monitor/recorder? For recording normal video?
thank you! so solved a big problem for me!
My pleasure!
To not see the info on the screen, just hit the info button on the camera until it disappears.
jonlambert76 Very true! I reduced mine so after about 2 presses it goes blank. Big time saver!
So once you have the canon utility app open to where you can see camera settings in remote shooting that’s all you need? No settings you have to change it just automatically disables auto shutoff feature? I ended up purchasing the M50 because of your videos and this one has helped me to get it working perfectly! Thank you!
This video is actually outdated, it's not needed to live stream this way any longer because there are other options to get around all the limitations. But if you continue using the capture card with the M50, I didn't do anything different than what I showed in the video for it to work really, so the USB port keeping the camera "busy" kept it from shutting off.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV perfect! Thank you. even though there are a few other options out there this one still gives the clearest signal by far. That new canon utility BETA is great but until they are able to put a feed through that is greater resolution than 560 I don’t see it really being beneficial for streaming. Sparko cam has great features as well but causes some pretty bad frame skipping and brings down the smoothness of the video as well as reduced the clarity. Thank you for all of your help! This is working great for me!
That's awesome, I'm glad to hear that! I tested the Webcam Utility beta but I can't fully test it to see what's what with the quality until they release it for Mac as well. It's a pretty sad move if Canon keeps the resolution low like that, smh.
@@DianaGladney Hi Diana, so I downloaded the EOS Webcam utility and connected it via USB. I did disable the auto shut off in the menu options (wrench, page 4 in the camera). That seemed to work fine and it lasted longer than 30 minutes, in fact, I think it lasted over an hour or so. The only thing is the battery life doesn't last as long so I ordered a Raeisusp power supply (should be arriving soon). I did also buy a capture card and HDMI cable and connected and tested it tonight. It shut off after 30 minutes. I really loved the quality of the HDMI. when I connected the M50 via the USB using the EOS utility it was a bit laggy. In OBS when I added a video capture device, it recognized either the EOS utility or the HDMI connection as "USB Video." I stream on Twitch and I've tried both setups (USB + EOS utility: and the capture card + HDMI cable). The game Twitch Sings DOES NOT find the the EOS utility but it will find the USB video (HDMI) which is fantastic! But the camera shuts off at 30 mins. What should I do. I hope you understood all of that. If there's a way to show you or explain it to you better I'd be happy to do that.
Hey... ok, with Canon M50, I read if it's running off HDMI, it shuts off after 30 minutes. But do you ALSO connect the camera to the computer with mini-USB to trick the camera to not shut off while also being connected via HDMI? Am I correct? So you hook up both connections, HDMI to the Device Capture and mini-USB to computer?
Thank you SO MUCH for this video! You just saved me from returning my Canon SL3 in hopes of finding a camera that stays in Live View mode for over 30 min for live streaming. Just as you mentioned, once I downloaded & opened the EOS Utility app + plugged in a USB B cable to my PC, the camera stays in Live View mode indefinitely, allowing me to load the HDMI CamLink 4K in Streamlabs OBS for long-term live streaming. My only concern from here is that I wonder if the camera will overheat with daily 2-3 hr use?
Hey Steven! Glad the video helped but you actually shouldn’t have to do too much with your SL3 but probably adjust some settings. The SL3 has clean HDMI Out built into the camera. So it may just be a matter of disabling the time out setting but you shouldn’t need to use this method though.
@@DianaGladney I've played with all the power / display settings and your solution is the only one that has worked so far! I have the EOS Utility app on my Task Bar, so it isn't a bother to just open it up quickly before streaming. This is well worth not having my camera shut off every 30 min during a stream! Thanks again for the fantastic solution :)
i have the same problem with my Canon but didn't understand the solution ... it is because u have not only usb pluged in? HDMI aswell? or why it is now still on?
datHYDRA For this solution you need to have both a USB (micro USB) and HDMI (HDMI mini to CamLink) plugged in. Then turn the Canon on, open the EOS Utility app, and hit the Live View button on the app to switch the camera into video mode, this enabling it to be used for streaming.
in canon m100 it still auto display off, how to bypass the display off?
I never had the m100 so I don’t know what to tell you or even if that camera can be used for streaming at all and in some way get past the 30 minute mark.
Love your channel, thanks for all your info!
Cry of the Prophet My pleasure! 😊
Hi Diana... when I plug my camera into the computer the face detection rectangle shows up and I cannot turn it off.. how do you turn that off? Thanks!
Hey Alex! If you’re using the cam link and m50 you would need to put your camera in manual autofocus. Press the left directional button on you camera and it’ll go into manual mode. There are other tutorials specifically on the m50 on live streaming on the channel and it’ll walk you through the setup if you need it. 🙂
I'm so curious why this strategy even works? I've had my 70d shut off after 30 min with live view - and also shut off after 30 min with the elgato. But when used together it overrides it somehow?
I honestly have no idea why it works but when I tested it went for over an hour lol
I would assume because the camera is giving priority to the USB connection and the EOS Utility app running keeps the camera "awake" vs it timing out beyond 30 minutes. Then, connecting it via HDMI just gives you the camera feed so you can have it read as web camera but that's my best guess. If you have a mac Ecamm Live is the best way. Other than that a buddy of mine has used Sparkocam but it's kind of meh but it gets the job done. I wish it didn't have to be hacked but these are the only options for real. Hope that helps!
@@DianaGladney I gave it a shot and for whatever reason it worked. Ha! Though it looks like I'll need to keep an eye on my camera for any overheating.
@Brendon Reimer I’m glad it worked for you! The 70D is a beast of a machine, good luck getting that thing to overheat lol
Hello, Thank you for the video! I was hoping i would get an answer to whether or not this trick works when live streaming with 2 M50..looking to start using multiple cams on my live podcast.
I'm not sure using this method, but this is an older video and I wouldn't recommend using the Cam Link specifically for live streaming. You can use just a USB cable and one of the recent methods shown and using the USB method, with specifically Ecamm Live, I have been able to use 2 Canon M50s and live stream with it.
Thank you for your videos. I'm new to livestreaming and you have contributed much to my education. I have the setup you describe in this video and followed your instructions, particularly about the sequence of plugging in the USB then the micro HDMI, but have found that as long as that USB is plugged in, what I get for an image is a laptop icon. Did I miss a step? Thanks for your help.
My pleasure Michael, I'm glad the videos have been helpful for you. This being an older video, you really don't need to do all this as there are options to live stream via USB now available for the Canon M50. However, if you're planning on using this method, I'm not sure what you'd be getting the screen you're seeing though. Sorry I can't be of more help.
@@DianaGladney -- Thank you. I would prefer to learn the newer, better method. Can you direct me to a video of yours that describes a better method. Thanks again.
This should point you in the right direction for live streaming options:
th-cam.com/play/PLnAw4lOZ6ML7rg7970qtO4kpLi0NztnZH.html
So by having the USB AND HDMI connected it somehow overrides the 30min shutdown in live view? I have a Canon 7Dmk2 I've been using from streaming and tried but the USB and Cam link separately but it still shuts down the live view after 30min. Going to do a quick test with both connected and runnign and see what happens. If it works I'll post back up, thank for the idea.
did my test, and it still shuts down at the 30minuet mark
Ya same here. Still shuts off after 30 min
LankyBrendon I did find a work around using a different product called Sparkocam. I made a video of it myself but I won’t post it here as that would be an asshole move. PM me for the link
@@sniperp999 pl share the process
Hey ! Thanks for the good content, it worked for me ! By the way are you french ?
Sirdness Awesome! Glad it worked for you!
Am I French? Nope, American actually.
Is there a way to remove or get around that limit without the cables and cam link - I mean for just a regular video? I do a lot of videos alone taking reviews of things like phone hardware in the office or just talking to the camera doing how-to-tips videos. Let me know and thanks so much for this.
Nope! No way that I know of. The best option is to choose a better camera. The only cameras that record unlimited is nearly all Panasonic cameras, the Sony a6400, a6600 and the Sony A7R4. Other than that you'd have to get some camera that does unlimited recording or has a native clean HDMI out and then you can connect and monitor/recorder and record on the HDMI monitor but the best thing is just to get a better camera with unlimited recording and those usually have clean HDMI out natively.
@@DianaGladney Do you have a recommendation of anything Sony or Panasonic (in same budget range that is mirrorless - $500-$600) that also has a good sensor in it? All I really need is, decent low lighting setting (and by low light I mean in a office with windows open / NOT outside in the dark) and a OK built in microphone with articulating or flip out reversible LCD screen? THat's literally ALL i'm looking for. The Canon you mentioned in this video has the PERFECT combination and light sensor that I'm looking for but GOD why does it have that limit :( Any suggestions and even an affiliate link that supports your channel please is welcome :) I'm looking to buy this like TODAY haha. It's a LONG story lol
By the way! SUBBED! Great channel :)
@@DianaGladney OK OK last question, does that uhm A50 have a built in mic? Just curious. I'm debating biting the bullet and just getting the A50. I mean for what I do - nobody lasts for 30 minutes on my videos anyways. I usually try to keep them around 15-20mins max.
@@RichTechnologyGroup lol No worries, questions don't bother me one bit!
If you need a camera like today, the one nearest to everything you're mentioning and will have stellar autofocus, good for indoor or near window lower lighting (I'd still say have some lighting no matter what camera though) and has clean HDMI out and unlimited recording would be the Sony a6400. I just took a look like 5 seconds ago and B&H Photo Video in NY (that's a place you can trust their used gear) has a used on for $748.50 that comes with a kit lens. www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802090886-USE/sony_ilce_6400l_b_alpha_a6400_mirrorless_digital.html
Otherwise, Panasonic wouldn't be "great" in lower light for real (it's a smaller sensor size which is why but it's not horrible) or autofocus (you'd end up using manual focus, the Panasonic G85 I used to own and it has unlimited recording and clean HDMI out. Again, autofocus is a biggie here but it's priced at about $600 on Amazon used & $557 on B&H: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802054646-USE/panasonic_dmc_g85mk_lumix_dmc_g85_mirrorless_micro.html
Amazon: amzn.to/2HGeiSG
Used G85's on Amazon but doesn't include a lens start at $485: amzn.to/3bYZFba
Anything else sub $500 if Panasonic will be the same issues like the G85 and them some cameras like their G7 or GX85 have 30 min rec limits.
Any DSLR from Canon, 30 min limit and terrible in-camera preamps and no clean HDMI out.
And YES, all of these cameras have built-in microphones but I wouldn't recommend using them. If anything, you can get a shotgun mic that's like $20 or $30 and put it on a little stand near you using an audio extension cable and it'll give you great audio. If you want 2 options I have used for that let me know and I'll comment the gear list for those.
Hope this helps!
Great information
Thank you so much! I'm glad it was valuable for ya! It's going to be a lot more updated videos around live streaming with the m50 so I'm hoping to refresh this video a bit. Let me know if there's anything specific that I can help you with!
Thank you! Will it work with Canon Rebel Sl3 (also a 30 minute-capped camcorder)? For years I thought it's impossible, and now I think I'll start livestreaming!
It could but I honestly don't know for sure. They made quite a few changes on that camera so it's definitely worth a try considering it's a modern model. It's worth a shot!
Thank you so much Sis! new subby!
My pleasure!! 😊
Thanks!
Its posibble for eos M6?
I haven't tried this using the M6 but it should work fine since it works on older model Canon cameras. Its worth a try.
The Canon Utility 3 prevents the cam from shutting down after 30 minutes?
Yes. All you need to do is select WiFi on your m50 then the utility app should pop up and click the connect button on your computer. Then your camera will not shut off, provided you select the appropriate settings in your camera.
do you get unlimited power w/ elgato cam link?
Enzi The elgato cam link isn’t a power source.
Thanks Diana! You're super. Loved this video. Hugs!
Glad it was helpful for you Megan! 😊
@@DianaGladney I love you presence out in the world. You're very good at what you do. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much! 😊
Diana por favor, uso o cam link 4k, m50 original, mas chega em 25 min e a gravação para. A tela escurece e preciso reinicia-la para voltar a funcionar, como resolver isso? Obrigada
Olá,
Este vídeo foi apenas uma correção temporária de muito tempo atrás. Atualmente, não recomendo usar este método para transmissão ao vivo.
A Canon agora oferece software de transmissão ao vivo via USB para que você possa transmitir por mais de 30 minutos.
A Canon M50 original não possui uma saída HDMI limpa. Portanto, além do hack mostrado neste vídeo ou transmissão ao vivo via USB, eu não recomendaria usar um Cam Link com ele para transmissão ao vivo.
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Hello,
This video was just a temporary fix from a long time ago. Currently, I don't recommend using this method for live streaming.
Canon now offers live streaming software via USB so you can stream for over 30 minutes.
The original Canon M50 does not have a Clean HDMI output. So apart from the hack shown in this video or live streaming via USB, I would not recommend using a Cam Link with it for live streaming.
Trouble shooting question: My camera video feed doesn’t show?? I’m using the M50, cam link and OBS, but getting no picture. Am I missing something? Using Mac book pro, with an adapter for the USB port. Any thoughts? Thanks for the help!
Micah Simpson Sorry I don’t use OBS so I’m not what could be causing that.
Why dont you just connect to your iphone via wifi and control it that way?
Great question! I personally still use my phone in some capacity when going live or recording a video that way, so I don't want to lock my phone into being used. I personally don't need the Cam Link to stream I use Ecamm Live so it's just natively built-in and that solves the problem. Since some people also use other apps, it just works for some to let the computer take the extra work vs lock up the phone for streaming too.
* IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED you use this method to live stream on the Canon M50 Mark 1 via HDMI out.* The Canon M50 does not have clean HMDI and will constantly be an issue trying to use HDMI as a streaming option. I'd recommend live stream via USB using Ecamm Live that can go up to 4K or use Canon's Webcam Utility software for live streaming (lower resolution of less than 720p) or consider a camera model that has Clean HDMI out for live streaming. This was meant to be a temp fix pre-2020 live streaming demands.
the dont have clean hdmi if you use AF o autofocus ...but if you turn off autofocus. and pres info buton to disapear all info in teh screen ,you have clean hdmi xd and 1080p...i have de m6 and make this changes and i have celan hdmi out...(but no autofocus...) but its clean xd
You are awesome, any tips for Canon 5D Mark IV ? Thank you Diana
Thank you!
No tips I can offer on that camera.
hi, any new update or tricks to bypass the 30 minutes? thanks.
Honestly no, this was only supposed to be a short fix. I wouldn't recommend live streaming with the Canon M50 via HDMI. If you want to keep the M50, I would at least consider swapping it out and trading in your camera body for the new Canon M50 Mark 2 or the M6 Mark 2 that has clean HDMI out. Otherwise, live streaming via USB is going to be the best route when live streaming on the M50 Mark 1.
So I'm a little confused. I know there's a 30 min record limit but if you're pulling the feed through USB with Camera Live and Ecamm Live, why is there a restriction? Thanks.
This is not associated with using Ecamm. With Ecamm you only have to connect via usb only. They already have a built in system to stream withoit any limits and have autofocus enabled. If you have the cam link to connect via hdmi you lose autofocus and previously were subject to the 30 min limit typical with Canon. By connecting this way, for this method only, you now avoid being limited to a 30 minute limit. That's why I love Ecamm, it didn't matter what the camera's restrictions are, they built in the workaround in their software.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV Gotcha! Some smart person didn’t read the last part of the title that said WITH the Elgato. Lol. Thanks.
@@waltjennette lol Hilarious lol
hey Diana, thanks heaps, this is exactlay what i needed. great vid
My pleasure!! 😊
Do you have to hit record in order to live stream? If so how do you get rid of the recording symbol?
So, this is an older video that since it’s come out you shouldn’t have to use anymore. It was a quick fix for a long time ago. You never need to press record to live stream though.
Do you have the Canon M50 Mark 1 or 2?
@@DianaGladney Mark 1
Hey Diana, thank you very much! This was a life saver! I am just thinking about harming the camera with the hdmi out and the usb plugged in to keep it working, i read about it somewhere, you know something about it?
In all the years of streaming through my camera when I used the M50 I never had an issue but I wouldn’t suggest hdmi streaming on the M50 Mark 1. This video was just originally intended for a temp fix assuming canon would update the firmware but they chose not to. So, never heard of it ruining a camera but I wouldn’t use this for a long term solution.
I’ve recently bought the canon eos 200d mark 2. U reckon this method would still work or this specific to the canon m50?
Honestly, no clue. This was only a temporary fix I don’t recommend any longer. You’d honestly be better off using the Canon Webcam Utility.
I have a question. After awhile, my camera will freeze. Do you know what the problem could be for this?
Unfortunately, I wouldn’t know what might cause that issue for you. If you’re streaming via HDMI on the original M50, I’d just recommend using a USB Live streaming option instead.
@@DianaGladney yea, I agree. I have the eos m50 and the camera will work for anywhere from 5-30 minutes and just freeze. Is there a way to make the utility smooth just like the cam link?
Hi, can I live stream in Zoom with the memory card in camera or should I remove it? If I stream with the card in, it goes blank after few minutes. If I remove the card, it says "No card in camera." How do I remove the "No card in camera" message. Looking forward to your input. Thank you.
You need to turn the camera icons off if you have the original m50 that doesn’t have clean hdmi out.
is there a way to work around 30 minute stream/record limit if I have the original M50?
If you’re recording internally in the camera, unfortunately no.
Thanks a lot!!!!! for your help a Big like for you :)
Ana Rosiris Castro My pleasure!! ☺️
Hey! My cam link is saying no signal, how do I fix it? Everything is brand new all my cables my camera everything
I'd double check the Elgato website and verify your computer meets the requirements for the device. Sometimes that's the issue. If it does meet the requirements, you may have to reach out to their customer support and see what they suggest is going on with that.
Thanks for the advice Diana, I'm currently trying to get a Canonb R10 to stream longer than 30 minutes, tried the USB, then tried a cheap HDMi Capture card, so the Elgato Cam Link will go longer than 30 minutes where the cheaper capture cards wont?
Thanks for the tips! I'm still waiting for MagicLantern to be officially available for the M50 ;)
If I recall, I'm pretty sure they might already have it but having tried ML in the past, it was worth it just to get a camera that worked natively lol If you try it, hopefully it works out well for ya!
Hello Diana, so glad I came across this video. Quick question. If I’m using this all for a podcast, which software should I use to record via my Mac? Or does the streaming software you use also record for non live streaming. If so, what’s the software’s name? Thanks so much!
I wouldn’t suggest using the method in this old video, I would suggest using Ecamm live for streaming and recording unlimited with no need for a capture card, you just use a USB cable. Diana.link/EcammLive
This is a great video! Will this work with the Canon SL3??
The SL3 has clean HDMI out to my understanding already so I wasn't aware it would have still the 30 minute limit since they made it accessible on that camera. I honestly don't know but it'd be pretty backwards of Canon to still have that 30 min limit. It it's still on there, it should. I haven't heard anyone say it didn't work. So, it's at least worth a try I suppose.
@@DianaGladney I'm running into the auto shut off issue with my new SL3. I'm trying to live stream with El Gato HD60 S+ and the SL3. Auto shut-off is disabled in the camera settings, but it goes into that sleep mode (screen goes black with white text saying to hit the button). Super frustrating. I'm going to try to try the usb workaround you detailed. Thanks for that. I'll reply again after I test this.
@@recepiscan6067 Please let me know if that works......I have an sl2...was thinking of upgrading to the sl3 just for lenses and such and clean hdmi.......
I hear there is a work around for the sl2 to have clean hdmi......and was thinking that if you could figure out how to bypass the 30 minute shut off on the sl3, that maybe i could do it on the sl2..thank you!
@@SteveMintonMarketingI started to work on this yesterday... I've installed the suite of utilities from Canon, and although the EOS Utility 3 is installed (I'm running Windows 10), only the EOS Utility and EOS Utility 2 show up in my apps list. Based on Diana's workaround, I see the options she outlines within the EOS Utility 2 app, but I'm having connectivity issues between my SL3 and computer via the mini usb... camera is not being found. So strange.... I'm going to have to walk-back all of my setup to figure out where I'm going wrong.
With that said, not having been able to use the work around yet...but livestreamed last night and the SL3 didn't go into sleep mode until after the 2 hour mark! So very strange. Before yesterday, it was consistently going to sleep at around 30 minutes (sometimes 32 minutes, sometimes 35 minutes).
I'll update when I've worked on this a bit more.
What camera and lens did you use to record this video? Bokeh is awesome.
M50, 35mm lens with Speedbooster
Hey!!! Can you post the link of the settings video to which you referenced in this video?
Hi. Thank you for the video. I’m going to set this up in a few days but have a question. Do the settings(auto focus, clear icons from on-screen) stay saved or do you have to change them every time you want to stream for example?
My pleasure! The previously video about streaming with the m50 and the cam link, all those same factors still apply. They camera will keep whatever your last setting was but that's about it. You may not have to always change them but check it before you stream and make sure everything is still good to go.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV Thank you so much for the quick response.
Also, since I’m on the PC and you may not know the answer to this but will I still need a USB connection along with the HDMI to make this thing work fully?
No, it's either or.
But if I don’t use the USB and just HDMI, the camera’s screen turns off. Sorry, I’m a bit confused. I’m planning on using the camera mainly for live streaming probably around four to five hours.
I have an issue the camlink is in the way of the wire I need to record continuously..what can I do?
Not sure how I missed this comment but an extension data capable cable is what you’d use.
I've tried to use this setup for Facebook Live. and its saying not supported
It may no longer be a suitable option. I'd suggest trying Canon's webcam utility that has come out since this video was released. It was only meant to be a temp fix at the time for those having issues but not a long term solution.
@@DianaGladney I started using Ecamm. Pretty simple setup.
Is this way the m50 will work all the time?
With the elgato door live streaming, yes. There's is no clean hdmi out natively on the M50.
My HDMI output will not show 16:9 ratio full frame. When it shows 16:9 it is zoomed in slightly with black surrounding whole image. I can get it to show full height if I change the still image to 3:2 but then the sides have pillar boxes. I’m outputting to a BMD switcher. If anyone can help...
Are you in photo mode instead of video mode?
How about overheat??really need dummy battery?
It doesn’t overeat. If you plan to live stream longer than like 30-60 minutes I would say to get a power adapter.
What about Canon T6i with a Camera link with Slingstudio for unlimited church livestreaming?
Will that work?
No clue honestly. The T6i doesn’t have clean HDMI out so it’s a good chance it may not work because nothing I’ve found showed sling studio getting around that 30 min limit.
@@DianaGladney Shoot! We had someone donate a T6i to do a church livestream. I wish T6i had magic lantern or something.
@@DianaGladney Thanks Diana!
Hello Diana
which battery do you recommend as a replacement for the cannon eos m50? I want to order from Amazon
Thanks for your tutorials
If you can even get a used original Canon battery, that's still better and runs longer than the third party batteries. In the video I did about the batteries the Big Mikes battery lasted the longest of those I've tested. However, since that video one went bad and swole up and had to be thrown out. You can still try them but Wasabi batteries are also known to be good.
Here's the video: th-cam.com/video/3nI8xDfsZws/w-d-xo.html
The one who found out about this bypass was actually Lastepeck, as he did a video 4 mounts ago about it.
How cool, thanks for sharing!
Hi Diana...thank you for all the video's that you are doing, this one has been so helpful. I realized I needed to completely remove the Cannon webcam utility from my iMac and only use the EOS Utility 3 (as you suggested)...and my Elgato capture card. As long as the utility is open the camera never shuts down at 30 minutes. So one chord is coming from the camera into my computer to keep the utility working and another cord from my camera goes into the capture card and then into my computer. At least that is how it worked for me. However, at the moment I am not using Ecamm and just streaming straight to Zoom. Part of the reason I am not sold on Ecamm is that their green screen feature is not as good as Zoom and I love Zooms " touch up my appearance feature..LOL!"
Now I need to figure out how to fix the audio latency. Any suggestions. Is there something in the camera that helps? This is my last frustration. I have tried everything I can think of including no green screen and it still is an issue. You seem to have no latency what so ever on your video. What are you doing to make that happen? Thank you for all you do!! -Katt
Yeah, it's a pickle fiddling around with the limitations of some of these Canon cameras lol Since the webcam utility wasn't out at the time I did this video but I can see how the two softwares might clash a bit.
As far as latency, yeah, that's never been something I've run into but I would check and see based on the type of mic you're using if the mic itself introduces any lag, sometimes it could be your computer struggling to process everything you have running a bit. In Ecamm I know they have a latency tool for your audio use can use and OBS has one but outside of those two, not sure how you could tackle that unfortunately.
@@DianaGladney thanks for your reply. I think you are right about my processor in my iMac. It is 5 years old, so I am going to buy a new one....YAY! I just may use Ecamm too. ;-)
So is there no way now to live stream on your canon m50 for multiple hours without it disconnecting or shutting off? I'm wanting to use it fo my live streams..
There are a few ways to do it. There are several new videos on the channel recently added. Check the videos tab or the playlists and it’s plenty of options that have come out since I did this video.
My camera freezes after an hour. It's random. Sometimes 2 hours or 1 hr and a half 😭😭😭
I believe this works if you use the app through wi-fi as well doesn't it? I use my 80d for my streams and I actually didn't know this was an issue because I always have the utility running. I've been looking at the SL3 because it has the autofocus with clean HDMI out. Buttttttt, I'm hearing it has a time out issue. I'm wondering if this fixes it? Any idea if this works with wi-fi for you?
I have the 70d and even with liveview open it shuts off after 30 min. You don't have this issue?
LankyBrendon Haven’t run in to it so long as the EOS utility app is running!
Can I record a video longer than 30 minutes with a Canon M50? Not for live streaming - for filming a podcast for example
gabelim91 Nope! Unfortunately not. Unless you connect to software that allows you to bypass the timer and record via software, just regular internally recording on the m50 over 30 minutes isn’t possible. Only some Sony and Panasonic cameras have unlimited video recording. That’s why I prefer the Sony a6400. It’s probably the best for video podcast setups.
@@DianaGladney Dang, that sucks. Is there a way to have it record a new session right after the 30 mins then? Then it was would be 2 clips ( one 30 min and second 15 minutes for example)
Nope. Canon doesn’t do unlimited recording at all in any helpful way to bypass that unfortunately.
Thank you so much for this video- I was able to get it to be set up except for some reason instead of showing the image from my lens all I see from my cam link is the little "laptop" looking icon. I've tried turning off and on my camera and it will show me the sensor cleaning symbol (in obs/cam link view) right before turning off but it won't show me myself in the camera. Any ideas?? I have the usb and hdmi plugged in just like you said.
It was my bad LOL. I missed the critical step of downloading EOS Utility App. Completely forgot but got reminded on rewatch. Thank you so much!!
Thank you soo much 🙏🏽
My pleasure!! ☺️
it was hard to understand when you did show doing these things, just spoke about them. i want to buy the camera, and couldn’t follow along like if i had one, im not sure if this is only applicable to USA or if it also works in UK version cameras/apps for canon?
I wouldn't suggest getting the Canon M50 Mark 1. If you want to get the M50 just use the Canon M50 Mark 2 that has clean HDMI out or use another brand that doesn't have these issues like the Sony a6100.
Is this only for Mac?
Also thank you for all the videos. Helps bunches
Nope! This works for both PC & Mac!!
@@DianaGladney ECAMM is only available for MAC
Yep, I'm aware. That's why I made this video for PC folks. Now everyone has a solution.
I’m using the elgato cam link and it still shuts off
Because unfortunately the Canon M50 does not have clean hdmi out.
@@DianaGladney ok i rewatched the video, I think I got it and I don’t know how I missed it, I’ll be back if I can’t figure it out, thank you Diana!
Sure thing!
Hey! Just started streaming with a dslr (canon 90D) and my face cam cuts out roughly every 30mins, I need to push the stop start button to get it working again. Is this just a flaw of the camera or is there a way I can stop this from happening?
I'm not sure what the issue could be with your 90D. I would make sure you have clean hdmi enabled on your camera because that models does have that feature that should allow you to live stream without the camera going to sleep. Also, make sure you have your sleep mode disabled or off inside your camera.
I have a SL1 .......and an old elgoto HD cam link. Will I still be able do this and camera won't shut off at 30 minutes?
I wouldn't recommend this process honestly because there are newer ways to get around this issue. You can use the Canon Webcam Beta software or Ecamm Live to get around nearly all the issues live streaming via HDMI and just stream via USB. The SL1 doesn't have clean HDMI out, so it's honestly not even worth using any longer. This was an old video before the newer methods were available.
@@DianaGladney SL1 doesn't have clean HDMI officially. ...however when in standby. .....if it is connected to a monitor with HDMI output........I can have nothing on the screen but the picture.
True, similar to the M50 BUT you don’t have to deactivate all your icons and such using USB methods. But try the HDMI Using this method, it’ll probably work.
Hi, I just bought the cam link 4K as I was hoping for high quality live streams. If I use the EOS utility programme instead of elgato, will the quality of the stream significantly decrease and if so, is there a way to increase it?
I can't speak to the EOS Webcam Utility application's quality because that is rather low.
However, if you use Ecamm Live, you can get a higher quality image.
If you want to see a comparison and see if you can spot any major differences, you can check out the video here:th-cam.com/video/oVsiPf17KmA/w-d-xo.html
In canon manual we can disable "auto turn off" so i just wondering why dont we just simple plug m50 to computer via camlink and the camera never sleep?
Because the camera actually isn't turning itself off, it goes into a sleep mode. If you're using the cam link and you don't have some alt method used to prevent this, your stream feed goes black and you need to wake up the camera.
@@DianaGladney
What is the sub-method for the camera not to turn off automatically? touching the screen is not always possible. 30 minutes max display is on. I hope I could tell you. I'm sorry, I wrote it with google translation :)
Are you able to record on a macbook pro to an external harddrive?
Using this method is not something I honestly ever use. This was created as a help for the community. However wherever you designate a saved recording to go to like an external hard drive can still work. The only way I would pull content in from a stream to record is Ecamm Live. Then you can save it to an external hard drive in a nice high quality file for sure.
Just make sure with any method you use you have a fast enough data transfer rate to the device or you risk your video filled being messed up or audio and video sync issues.
In reading comments on multiple videos, I’m worried about lag, lipsync, and the HDMI out on the Canon M50. Using the cam as webcam within Zoom is a huge part of my usage. I’m starting to lean towards Sony Alpha series. Mainly because of the clean HDMI out, but I know software can remedy this for the M50.
I’m stuck!! Lol someone help!
Lag and sync issues is usually a computer issue, not a camera issue. If you’re using a weak or damaged cable that’s not transferring the data well or (often the mani problem) they don’t have enough RAM, essentially a strong enough computer to do everything they’re doing. Most people didn’t buy their computer for video and live streaming and they have 8GB of RAM and with 12 Chrome Browser tabs open, Zoom running and who knows what lol their computer is wheezing because it can’t process everything. So, they have issues lol
The M50 was built for live streaming but there are ways around that. However if you want more features and you want clean HDMI natively built into the camera, Sony does a great job with that. The camera is a preference but the lag issues is user related.
Diana Gladney - EntreWoman TV thank you for such a thorough response!
Sure thing!
what do you do with the Canon utility once its downloaded? Do you need to change any of the settings?
You don’t have to do anything with it honestly. It’s only open to have the camera recognized by the computer so that it doesn’t go to sleep after 30 minutes.
@@DianaGladney Also, I've registered for your m50 settings guide pdf but never received anything. How can I get it?
Check your spam folder if it didn’t go to your inbox. That happens sometimes based on your email provider.
Hey there, thanks for the video. Is the limit just over an hour or indefinite via battery dummy? Greets from Germany
RilweGames Hey there! I think it’s safe to say unlimited via a sunny battery. Past 2 hours I didn’t see anything to suggest it may have problems or overheat. You should be good!
Btw Germany is on my list of places to visit! So cool to see up in the comments! 😊
@@DianaGladney I don't need to flash it or something, just connect it like you mentioned and leave the settings open in the app?
Yep, it's literally the exact same settings as in the video. There's no extra steps or anything that you have to do before doing any of this stuff and it should work for you.
@@DianaGladney thx a lot ma'am
@@DianaGladney awesome. It worked, gonna do some long term testing now
Hello Diana! Would this work on a Canon t6i? I understood that you use both ports: the hdmi and the usb of the camera. One goes to your capture card and the other one straight to the PC.
I haven't tested the T6i so I honestly don't have an answer for that but Canon released the Webcam Utility Beta if you're a windows user and Ecamm Live if you have a Mac is what I'd suggest and stream via USB vs HDMI. But if you prefer HDMI then yes, you're connecting both the HDMI and USB connections.
Can you go live but capture the video at the same time on the SD card?
No, the Canon M50 doesn't have that capability. I've only experienced being able to do on my Sony cameras.
Why bother with he hdmi and el gato when u already showed us the usb using Camera live and ecamm live solves the prob.
Lol Because not everyone uses a Mac.
@@DianaGladney oic. I didn't see mac in video title. thanx
@@dsha2006 lol no worries
Hi, you should try SparcoCam , see how it goes :)
I've done a few videos mentioning Sparkocam, not a fan of it. Plus as old as this video is, there are better and easier live streaming options now that are similar but more reliable than Sparkocam but it was cool while it lasted.