Elgato Launching Two New Products that Enable Anyone to Stream Like a Pro
It's hard being a small streamer on a budget. I know, because I was one. I don't stream as much as [...]
Green Screen
A green screen is the thing that separates a lot of pros from the amateurs. You know exactly what I'm talking about, too. When you see a still-frame from a streamer, and his or her game fills the entire screen and their body just blends seamlessly into the composition -- that looks cool. Much cooler than having a big rectangle taking up a chunk of the screen with your dirty room on display all around you. Sourcing and configuring a green screen may seem like something only serious professionals are capable of, but Elgato has an incredibly easy alternative for you here.
The Elgato Green Screen is a collapsible, chroma key panel that easily rolls out and snaps into place. This thing is seriously compact, and takes up about as much space as a poster tube. Just set it behind your chair, stretch it up, and lock it into place. Boom. You now have a pro-grade green screen behind you that you can use to transform your environment into anything you want, or else use to blend more seamlessly into your gameplay to make for a more pleasant viewing experience for your audience.
You can find the Green Screen on Amazon right here.
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So to recap, the Elgato Cam Link and Green Screen are both slated to launch on August 18. They cost $129 and $149, respectively, and are both extremely compact and user friendly. These two things, along with a capture card, are all you need to product a professional livestream for your audience and start building your fan base. Here's the feature roundup:
Cam Link Key Features
Ultra low latency technology – enables live, high-quality recording and streaming in 1080p60 for professional content
Plug and produce – links a DSLR, camcorder, point & shoot or action cam to a Mac or Windows PC via a USB 3.0 connection and instantly enables live production
Simplified workflow – stores content directly on the computer's hard drive instead of dealing with memory cards with limited storage and recording time restrictions. Real-time, full-screen feedback enables live adjustments of shoddy shots before they're discovered in the editing room
Green Screen Key Features
Camera chroma keying – provides a wrinkle-resistant chroma-green surface perfect for professional background removal
Pop up setup – easily pops open and locks in place in a matter of seconds to create a professional broadcast setup, and packs up just as easily to store away when not in use
Portable immersion – portable design turns any workplace, such as a bedroom or messy storage room, into a professional studio for instant immersion