Video Time limit (T8i)

[tonycherchi]

I’ve bought a T8i and wanted to know if it has a time limit for video recording.

I’ve read that almost all Canon DSLRs have a 30 minutes time limit when recording video on the SD card, but don’t know if this model also has a time limit when recording video straight to a PC or MAC using OBS or any other software.

Thanks for any additional info.

[jaewoosong]

Assuming you're using a HDMI capture card, no time limit.  The 29:59 limit is just for internal recording.

[tonycherchi]

Yes, I'm using a capture card. 

Thanks so much for the reply Jaewooson

[Lotus7]

Another possible option to using a HDMI-equipped computer or external recorder may be to investigate the Magic Lantern Forum to inquire if they currently have a T8i version of the ML open source add-on software that loads from your memory card.  The ML code is not a replacement or hack of the installed Canon firmware and is completely legal.  It is open source so a T8i version may be available or "in the works".  ML removes the 29:59 limit as well as adding other useful video recording capabilities like time-lapse and additional focus assist. Obviously, use any firmware add-ons at your own risk.

[ebiggs1]

"Obviously, use any firmware add-ons at your own risk."

I, and Canon, advise folks to never use "hacks" like Magic Lantern. If it screws up, and it can, your Canon FW, Canon will not warranty it.

[Lotus7]

"Obviously, use any firmware add-ons at your own risk." - Lotus7

“If there is no struggle, there is no progress.” – Frederick Douglass

You don’t learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing, and by falling over.” – Sir Richard Branson

Repeat: "Obviously, use any firmware add-ons at your own risk."  Which is why it was noted as a "possible" option.  🙂

[tonycherchi]

Thanks for suggesting the alternative.