Description
Magewell Pro Capture SDI
The Magewell Pro Capture SDI is a professional PCIe capture card designed for reliable, high-quality SDI video capture. Built for broadcast environments, live streaming, medical imaging, education, and AV integration, this card delivers exceptional stability, ultra-low latency, and outstanding image quality—making it a trusted solution for demanding workflows.
High-Quality SDI Capture
With support for 3G-SDI input up to 1080p60, the Pro Capture SDI ensures crisp, accurate, and broadcast-grade image quality. Whether you’re capturing from professional cameras, switchers, or SDI-based production systems, the card delivers clean and consistent performance.
Advanced On-Board Image Processing
Magewell’s powerful hardware engine performs scaling, color space conversion, cropping, de-interlacing, and aspect ratio adjustments directly on the card. This offloads work from your CPU, ensuring smooth operation even during extended streaming or recording sessions.
Ultra-Low Latency & Reliable PCIe Performance
Optimized for real-time applications, the Pro Capture SDI provides exceptionally low latency—ideal for IMAG, live production, gaming displays, and interactive workflows. Its robust PCIe x1 architecture ensures stable, high-bandwidth throughput.
Extensive Compatibility
Fully compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, this card integrates seamlessly with streaming and production software such as OBS Studio, vMix, Wirecast, Zoom, Teams, VLC, and most NLE platforms.
Key Features
- 3G-SDI input supporting up to 1080p60 video capture
- Embedded SDI audio capture
- Ultra-low latency signal processing
- Hardware-based scaling, color conversion & de-interlacing
- Automatic input detection & format conversion
- PCIe x1 interface for stable and efficient data transfer
- Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Works with OBS, vMix, Wirecast, Zoom, Teams & more
Technical Specifications
- Input: 3G-SDI
- Maximum Resolution: 1920×1080 @ 60fps
- Audio: Embedded SDI audio
- Processing: Scaling, cropping, color conversion, de-interlacing
- Interface: PCIe x1
- Supported OS: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Software Compatibility: OBS, vMix, Wirecast, Zoom, Teams, VLC
Ideal For
- Broadcast and live streaming production
- Medical, scientific & industrial imaging
- Lecture capture & hybrid classrooms
- Corporate AV presentations and system integration
- Capturing SDI cameras, switchers, and professional workflows
Conclusion
The Magewell Pro Capture SDI is a robust and reliable SDI capture card engineered for professional environments. With exceptional image quality, low latency, and extensive software compatibility, it is the perfect solution for any SDI-based capture workflow.























