A7RIII Webcam via CAM LINK 4K
** This capture method will capture audio from the A7RIII (Built-in mic on camera, or another mic plugged into the camera)
** This capture method does not require any plugins or additional software (besides Zoom or other conferencing/recording software)
Items needed
- Cam Link 4k
- Cam link has a built-in USB-A plug (traditional USB - see image above), you may need an adapter to USB-C for your computer (i.e. any Mac Laptop in last few years)
- An HDMI Cable - Full size to HDMI-Micro (on the A7RIII)
1) Connect the Cam Link 4k to your computer by plugging in the USB end into your computer (may need an adapter)
2) Connect your HDMI cable to the Cam Link
3) Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Sony A7RIII Micro HDMI port (on the left side of the camera under the top back flap)
4) On A7RIII - Turn the wheel on top of camera to Movie Mode (film strip icon) - And turn on Camera *You may still get an image in other modes, but they won't fill up the widescreen view, and it won't pass audio
5) Open Zoom - Either in preferences > video, (or in a launched meeting under the video icon) select Cam Link 4K *If using a mic connected to the camera, also select Cam Link 4K for the Microphone input
**If you switch modes on A7RIII - via top ring, or in menus while connected in a meeting, Zoom may turn off your video, just click the start video icon again to restart it.
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