Video in on Macbook Pro with retina display

I have a macbook pro with retina display, late 2013 model.
I would like to use my macbook for video in from my DSLR camera as a bigger screen for live view while recording videos, I can connect my DSLR to my TV but obviously my macbook would be better as its portable.
Is there any way to do this? I'm aware the HDMI input on my macbook is output only.

All but low-end DSLRs either come with software that can "tether" it to your Mac or offer model specific software as an extra-cost accessory.  Read your camera's user manual.
General info: http://www.macworld.com/article/1146453/shooting_tethered.html
Message was edited by: EZ Jim
Mac OSX 10.10.2

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