Digi-Cam LCD to Computer Monitor

[rp1600]

This is more of an equipment question but since I'm referring specifically to portrait i figured I'd ask here.

Rather than having to rely on the small LCD screen / histogram on the back of my Canon dig when shooting, is it possible to somehow connect the camera directly to a computer monitor positioned nearby. this would allow me to see a larger image and have a better idea of not only lighting but also focus issues.

 

[Big Mike]

My camera came with software that would allow me to do this...did yours?

 

[Johno]

This is more of an equipment question but since I'm referring specifically to portrait i figured I'd ask here.

Rather than having to rely on the small LCD screen / histogram on the back of my Canon dig when shooting, is it possible to somehow connect the camera directly to a computer monitor positioned nearby. this would allow me to see a larger image and have a better idea of not only lighting but also focus issues.

In the software supplied with your camera there is a program called remote capture, Which will not only display the image on your camera, It will also let you change ISO, Quality settings ....etc. Unless you've got a 10d or a d30 (not 30d) then I'm not entirely sure.

 

[rp1600]

I'm talking about during the actual shooting .. i.e. PC cord running to flash and another cable running to monitor.

 

[JIP]

Try this

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?ci=1&sb=ps&pn=1&sq=desc&InitialSearch=yes&O=RootPage.jsp&A=search&Q=*&bhs=t&shs=WFT-E1a&image.x=3&image.y=8

I'm not sure what body you have but Canon's website says it can be used on the 20d on up. I have also seen off brands making this type of item for Nikon or Canon.

 

[Big Mike]

I'm talking about during the actual shooting .. i.e. PC cord running to flash and another cable running to monitor.

It might work with the video out cable running to a TV or monitor with that jack....I don't know if you can still shoot like that though.
With the Remote Capture software...you just hook the camera to the computer via the USB cable.

 

[rp1600]

I came the software on line .. well several diferent companies make it but canon also has proprietary. I bring this up because last night tried studio lights for the first time . just playing around but noticed some where a bit soft. Image looked sharp on the LCD but then again we're talking older eyes here.

thanks for the input guys.