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Key Selling Points

Hollyland Vcore mounted on a camera with a phone on top showing the live image in the HollyView app over a USB-C cable
Diagram of a camera feeding Hollyland Vcore over HDMI, a phone wired over USB-C or Lightning, and wireless monitoring on up to 4 phones and tablets
Phone on a Hollyland Vcore showing the HollyView recording settings for ProRes, transmitter sync and phone sync recording
Diagram of camera photos passing through Hollyland Vcore to phones and tablets in HollyView and to a computer through HollyLink
Side views of Hollyland Vcore with numbered callouts for the SD card slot, cold shoe mounts, HDMI input, USB-C ports, display screen and buttons

The Hollyland Vcore is a wireless video transmitter that turns your phone or tablet into a camera monitor through the HollyView app. It takes HDMI up to 4K at 30 fps, monitors up to 4K 30 fps over USB-C or 1080p 60 fps wirelessly on up to 4 devices, and records an H.264 proxy to an SD card, so a solo shooter or small crew gets a monitor, a client view and editing proxies from one 220g box.

Key Features

  • Takes HDMI 1.4b up to 3840x2160 at 30 fps. Over USB-C to a phone it monitors up to 4K at 30 fps, and wirelessly up to 1080p at 60 fps.
  • One Vcore can feed 4 phones or tablets in the HollyView app, 2 apps plus 1 Pyro series receiver, or 2 Pyro series receivers.
  • Hollyland's lab figures for the 5 GHz link are 350ft (100m) line of sight and transmission latency of 80ms or less. Real range depends on the location and the phone.
  • Records H.264 MP4 proxies with embedded timecode up to 1080p at 60 fps to an SD card up to 1TB (not included), and the phone can record a matching MP4 at the same time.
  • Records Apple ProRes 422, 422 HQ, 422 LT and 422 Proxy at 4K 30 fps or 1080p 60 fps on iPhone 13 Pro, 14 Pro, 15 Pro and 16 Pro models, including Pro Max. Hollyland states ProRes is not available on the iPhone 17 series.
  • Sends RAW and JPEG photos from the camera over USB to HollyView, or to macOS and Windows through the HollyLink plugin for Capture One. The built-in 5150 mAh battery gives a 6-hour working time.

In the Box

  • 1 x Vcore
  • 1 x USB-C to USB-C Cable
  • 1 x Magnetic Mount
  • 1 x Phone Holder
  • 1 x Cold Shoe

How It Compares

Feature Hollyland Vcore Hollyland Pyro H
Line-of-sight range 350ft (100m) 1,300ft (400m)
Monitoring end in the box None, uses your phone or tablet 1 x Receiver
Built-in battery 5150 mAh None, runs on NP-F, DC or USB-C
SD card recording Proxy up to 1080p 60 fps, cards up to 1TB No SD card slot
Net weight 220g 192g (transmitter)
  • A phone or tablet as your monitor: Choose the Vcore. It connects to your phone over USB-C, records proxies to SD and has its own 5150 mAh battery.
  • Longer range to a dedicated receiver: Consider the Hollyland Pyro H. It is rated for 1,300ft of line-of-sight range against 350ft, and its kit includes a receiver.

Pair It With

  • HDMI cable: A cable to suit your camera is required and is not included.
  • USB data cable: Photo transfer and REC control run over USB from the camera, and charging-only cables do not work.
  • Photo transfer and REC control: Hollyland's compatibility list marks both for the Sony A7R3, A7R5, ZV-E10, A7 III, A7 IV, A7S III, FX3 and FX30, the Canon EOS R, RP, R5, R6, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, 5D Mark III and 5D Mark IV, and the Nikon Z6II, Z6III, Z8 and Z9.
  • Proxy recording: The same list marks proxy for the Sony ZV-E10, A7 III, A7 IV, A7S III, FX3, FX30, FX6, FX9 and Z280, and the Canon EOS R6. An SD card up to 1TB is required.
  • Pyro series receivers: Wireless 4K at up to 30 fps needs a Pyro series receiver, and Hollyland names the Pyro S and Pyro H for 4K 30 fps. The Pyro 5 and Pyro 7 pair through Receiver mode and WPS. Contact Filmgear Canada about a standalone receiver.
  • Lightning iPhones: A USB-C to Lightning cable is a separate accessory that is not part of this package. Contact Filmgear Canada for availability.

Specifications

HDMI input HDMI 1.4b
USB USB-C output (USB 3.0), USB-C power input
SD card slot Cards up to 1TB, not included
HDMI input and USB-C output formats 720p50/59.94/60, 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60, 3840x2160 p23.98/24/25/29.97/30
Wireless formats 720p50/59.94/60, 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60. 3840x2160 p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 with Pyro series receivers only
Frequency band 5.15 to 5.25 GHz, 5.725 to 5.85 GHz
Bandwidth 20 MHz
Transmit power 21.5 dBm or less
Receiver sensitivity -93 dBm
Transmission latency 80ms or less
Line-of-sight range 350ft (100m), Hollyland laboratory result
Power USB-C input 5V to 12V, built-in battery 3.4V to 4.2V
Battery capacity 5150 mAh
Working time 6 hours
Power consumption Under 4.5W
Emergency charging Charges an iPhone or iPad from the built-in battery, disabled when Vcore reaches 55 degrees C
Mounting Front and rear cold shoe mounts, 1/4-inch screw hole
Net weight 220g
Dimensions 110 x 70 x 27.2mm (4.33 x 2.76 x 1.07in)
Temperature Operating -10 to 45 degrees C, storage -40 to 60 degrees C
Takes HDMI 1.4b up to 3840x2160 at 30 fps. Over USB-C to a phone it monitors up to 4K at 30 fps, and wirelessly up to 1080p at 60 fps.

One Vcore can feed 4 phones or tablets in the HollyView app, 2 apps plus 1 Pyro series receiver, or 2 Pyro series receivers.

Hollyland's lab figures for the 5 GHz link are 350ft (100m) line of sight and transmission latency of 80ms or less. Real range depends on the location and the phone.

Records H.264 MP4 proxies with embedded timecode up to 1080p at 60 fps to an SD card up to 1TB (not included), and the phone can record a matching MP4 at the same time.

Records Apple ProRes 422, 422 HQ, 422 LT and 422 Proxy at 4K 30 fps or 1080p 60 fps on iPhone 13 Pro, 14 Pro, 15 Pro and 16 Pro models, including Pro Max. Hollyland states ProRes is not available on the iPhone 17 series.

Sends RAW and JPEG photos from the camera over USB to HollyView, or to macOS and Windows through the HollyLink plugin for Capture One. The built-in 5150 mAh battery gives a 6-hour working time.
1 x Vcore
1 x USB-C to USB-C Cable
1 x Magnetic Mount
1 x Phone Holder
1 x Cold Shoe

We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. For opened or used items, a minimum 15% restocking fee may apply depending on the item condition.

To start a return, you can contact us at info@filmgearcanada.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

You can always contact us for any return-related questions at info@filmgearcanada.com.

Important Notice for Special Order Items

Certain professional and project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are subject to different return conditions. Please review the “Special Order Items” section below before placing your order.

Damages and Issues

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

If an item is defective within 14 days of delivery, email info@filmgearcanada.com with a short video of the problem and the serial number, or bring it to our showroom. Once we confirm the defect, we’ll replace it (or refund it if a replacement isn’t available) and handle the manufacturer claim ourselves.

For Special Order items, damage or defect claims must be reported immediately upon delivery and will be handled in accordance with the manufacturer’s warranty terms.

Exceptions / Non-returnable Items

Special Order Items (Final Sale)
Certain professional, project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are not regularly stocked. Special Order items are final sale and cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded once the order has been confirmed with the manufacturer. Special Order items are final sale whether they ship from our stock or are ordered from the manufacturer.

These items are ordered specifically for individual projects and may include, but are not limited to:

  • Professional wireless communication systems
  • Large-scale lighting equipment
  • Studio carts and grip equipment
  • Cine lenses and special production gear

Please ensure compatibility and project requirements before placing your order. If you have any questions regarding lead time or suitability, we strongly recommend contacting us prior to purchase.

In addition, we do not accept returns for open box, demo or clearance items, gift cards, hazardous materials, flammable liquids or gases.

Exchanges

The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have. Once the return is accepted, you may place a new order for the desired item.

Refunds

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please note that it may take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.

FAQ

Will the Hollyland Vcore work with a Nikon Z9?

Yes, for the functions Hollyland lists. Its compatibility list shows the Nikon Z9 on firmware 5.2.0 for photo transfer and REC control. Proxy recording is not marked for the Z9. Use HDMI for the camera image and a USB data cable for photo transfer.

Does the Vcore work with the Pyro 7 monitor?

Yes. Press the Vcore's multi-function button once to enter pairing mode, set the Pyro 7 to Receiver mode, then open System Settings, Wireless and select WPS. The same steps apply to the Pyro 5. Hollyland's wireless format table lists 4K at up to 30 fps only with Pyro series receivers.

Can I tether photos to Lightroom, or only Capture One?

Hollyland's computer tool is HollyLink, a plugin for Capture One on macOS and Windows, and Hollyland does not list a Lightroom plugin. Photos can also go to phones and tablets in the HollyView app as you shoot.

Can the app change camera settings, or only start and stop recording?

Hollyland describes the wireless camera control in HollyView as starting and stopping recording, and it does not list exposure or other camera settings. REC control is marked camera by camera on Hollyland's compatibility list, which covers Sony, Canon and Nikon bodies.

If I press record on the camera, does the Vcore record the proxy too?

Yes, once it is set up for it. With an SD card in the Vcore, Hollyland says the Vcore saves a proxy when the camera starts recording. The camera needs HDMI Control, Time Code and REC Control turned on, and the correct camera must be selected in Camera Model Settings. Hollyland's list marks proxy for cameras such as the Sony A7 IV, FX3 and Canon EOS R6. The Vcore detects the camera's frame rate and timecode, which helps the proxy link to the camera file in Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve.