K-7 using smartphone as monitor

Charlie1966 · 05-30-2019, 09:53 AM

Hi guys
I,m trying to find a way to use my Samsung S7 smartphone as a monitor on my Pentax K-7.
I have my camera connected to the phone with an OTG connector and the USB cable that came with the camera, but I can't find an App that will connect them together, or will I have to buy a Field monitor to do this?
Thanks

Adam · 05-30-2019, 05:39 PM

I think you're best off with a field monitor. There are a few devices out there that can capture HDMI and forward the output to a phone app, but IMO that's too much of a hassle.

Note that newer Pentax bodies solve this problem with built-in wi-fi, which is super convenient.

**RobA_Oz** · 05-30-2019, 06:14 PM

Originally posted by Adam

I think you're best off with a field monitor. There are a few devices out there that can capture HDMI and forward the output to a phone app, but IMO that's too much of a hassle.

Note that newer Pentax bodies solve this problem with built-in wi-fi, which is super convenient.

I agree with Adam. I used a small field monitor with my K20D, but it’s lain dormant ever since.

Charlie1966 · 06-01-2019, 09:50 AM

Thanks guys, I think you're right, a field monitor it is. I'll see if there are any for auction on eBay.

rawr · 06-01-2019, 02:25 PM

While a field monitor is great tool, good for K-7 and many other uses, it may not be the cheapest or most portable option.

Another option is one of the many HDMI to wireless options out there that do screen mirroring, which your smartphone may be able to connect to via WiFi.

A Google Chromecast dongle will probably work, and it is cheap and portable. There are many other possible options too:

Best Miracast Dongle 2019 - Wireless Screen-Mirroring Devices for TVs

The Best Wireless HDMI Video Transmitter: Reviews by Wirecutter | A New York Times Company

Disclaimer: I haven't used any of the above devices.

05-30-2019, 09:53 AM	#1
Charlie1966 New Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Wishaw, North Lanarkshire Posts: 4	K-7 using smartphone as monitor Hi guys I,m trying to find a way to use my Samsung S7 smartphone as a monitor on my Pentax K-7. I have my camera connected to the phone with an OTG connector and the USB cable that came with the camera, but I can't find an App that will connect them together, or will I have to buy a Field monitor to do this? Thanks

05-30-2019, 05:39 PM	#2
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05-30-2019, 06:14 PM	#3
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,195	Originally posted by Adam I think you're best off with a field monitor. There are a few devices out there that can capture HDMI and forward the output to a phone app, but IMO that's too much of a hassle. Note that newer Pentax bodies solve this problem with built-in wi-fi, which is super convenient. I agree with Adam. I used a small field monitor with my K20D, but it’s lain dormant ever since.

06-01-2019, 09:50 AM	#4
Charlie1966 New Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Wishaw, North Lanarkshire Posts: 4 Original Poster	Thanks guys, I think you're right, a field monitor it is. I'll see if there are any for auction on eBay.

06-01-2019, 02:25 PM	#5
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	While a field monitor is great tool, good for K-7 and many other uses, it may not be the cheapest or most portable option. Another option is one of the many HDMI to wireless options out there that do screen mirroring, which your smartphone may be able to connect to via WiFi. A Google Chromecast dongle will probably work, and it is cheap and portable. There are many other possible options too: Best Miracast Dongle 2019 - Wireless Screen-Mirroring Devices for TVs The Best Wireless HDMI Video Transmitter: Reviews by Wirecutter \| A New York Times Company Disclaimer: I haven't used any of the above devices.

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