Product comparisons and buying advice for capture hardware.
From Elgato to Magewell, the USB capture card market is full of options at very different price points. This is an honest breakdown of what you actually get at each level and why professional users consistently choose Magewell.
9 Jun 2026 · 11 min read
Both capture 4K60 via HDMI 2.0. Both have loop-through and audio I/O. The price difference is £48. Here is exactly what you get for that extra money and whether it matters for your workflow.
9 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
HDMI and SDI are both video signals but they serve completely different worlds. This guide explains the real differences and tells you exactly which capture device input to choose for your setup.
9 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
The Pro Capture range runs from single HDMI at £215 to dual 4K SDI at £1,527. This guide explains the differences so you buy the right card first time.
22 Apr 2026 · 10 min read
Loop-through (passthrough) sends HDMI to your monitor while the same signal is captured. Understand the difference between Plus models and standard dongles for single-port GPUs.
22 Mar 2026 · 6 min read
What to actually look for when buying a USB capture card in the UK, interface type, resolution, driver requirements, and which Magewell model fits which workflow.
14 Mar 2026 · 12 min read
Elgato dominates the consumer capture market. Magewell dominates professional. Here's the honest technical comparison, and why it matters for your workflow.
13 Mar 2026 · 11 min read
Compare HDMI and SDI capture devices: cable length, reliability, and when to choose each for streaming and production.
12 Feb 2026 · 10 min read
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