Logitech StreamCam

Bought this camera for doing interviews, I have one built into a MacBook but I tend to have that to the side and a larger screen central on my desk. The picture quality on this cameras great, I’d say it’s definitely crisper than the built in one. If you download Logitechs options app you get more control over it, you can control the fps and and the aspect ratio. It functions really well in low light which is a bonus as my office is north facing and doesn’t get too much direct sunlight. It’s plug and play which makes it really easy to use. The sound quality is also decent. All in all a good piece of kit and well worth it for the money.

Having resided to the fact that my laptop's built-in camera was akin to peering through a colander, I finally bit the bullet and bought a proper webcam. You know, the thing that you used to plug into your computer during the early-2000s, when the 'digital home' was a cheesy expression for 'Jump on the USB peripheral bandwagon'. I guess back then we had an excuse seeing as cameras were generally 1.2 megapixel, or more frequently, absent altogether. But in these times of remote working, I've learned that making an impression online is and should be no different to physically meeting people in person. That is, aside from wearing shorts below a shirt and blazer. Now this isn't to say that I felt alone in my grainy, dull video world. Many of the people that I've been required to Zoom have used equally bad and unflatteringly positioned laptop-lid cameras to present important information. But this only makes the case creating a strong impression even greater. I settled on the Logitech StreamCam seeing as the ever-popular C920/22 are now long in the tooth, and honestly not that much better than a laptop's camera for the price you're paying. The StreamCam is a little on the pricey side, but absolutely worth every penny. For starters, it can be positioned in a wide array of ways. The C920/22 also have this 'clamp' ability, but it's worth mentioning as not all manufacturers provide this design. A tripod mount is also included. The device itself is a decent size and feels superb quality. It makes you realise why the sub-1cm depth cameras in our laptops are so poor, almost reassuringly so. I like the white colour and grey fabric microphone cover; they look clean and modern. I'm also very pleased that it features a USB-C connector. It'll take quite a few years before this interface becomes a standard, but the more manufacturers that jump on-board the better - it's just very convenient when new computers offer these ports and you can actually use them. But what it really all comes down to is performance, and the StreamCam doesn't disappoint at all. The video quality is miles ahead of the C920/22 and competing products, to a point where YouTube videos drawing comparisons really don't do the StreamCam justice. In perfect lighting it is crystal clear with incredible exposure, lacking any blown highlights or noisy dark areas; in less-than-ideal lighting it continues to outperform built-in cameras, and anything less results in an image that will more than do the trick. It works best with even artificial lighting. The microphone is an interesting one. Having used the StreamCam on a few devices, I will say that it performs better than most, but when it came to the MacBook Pro, callers believed that the latter's microphone was actually better than the StreamCam's during a direct comparison, with it being more tinny. So your mileage may vary. There's an argument to be made that, in good lighting, this device may actually be overkill for video calls. I would disagree on the grounds that the StreamCam is incredibly versatile, and is going to look good in a wide variety of environments, whereas I honestly wouldn't take a gamble with other cameras. Give it a go!

So the title says it all really but why not a 5 star?? Pros This camera works well on my windows 10 PC which is fairly modern (I7 Pentium, Tons of Ram etc). Picture quality is very good when lit well. I do not have a dedicated USB C so have had to but a USB 3 to USB C extension.. Not good at the price. The sound is pretty good for a webcam but I will upgrade. Auto focus, light balance etc all good. It also pans out and side to side framing you if you use it in the settings. I am on balance so far well pleased! CONS 1) WHY... WHY if you are going to make the camera a USB C only not supply an adapter? Not good 2) The cable is totally fixed to camera. Not an issue but its neither short enough if using a laptop or long enough for a desktop if you have it on the floor. Extension therefore required 3) Software is pretty good but I have not as yet worked out if I am able to use the software via messenger - zoom etc. (This might be as i have not yet got it right 4) The Tripod mount is a separate mount Easy lost so would have thought a better design might have meant it all together So in summary. Its a great camera and for me a huge step up from the C922 which I bought and returned. A few minor things would have made it a defo 5 star. Would i recommend.. Yes given the above Cons If you found helpful give a thumbs up Thanks

Bought this to replace my Razer Kiyo which decided to die without warning. The camera does a great job in low light and bright conditions. I've noticed an improvement over the Kiyo when it comes to green screen capture when using blurred or background images on teams calls. I'm using this predominantly for work calls but I also run a podcast so its definitely a welcome upgrade for me. Unlike the kioyo I'm finding the mount point clip is better sitting on top of my monitor as well. Very satisfied with the purchase.

Good for starting out and short term. Highlights colors really well and easy to set up. I would recommend a ring light to bost potential.

Picked up the Logitech StreamCam for streaming and it’s spot on. Full 1080p at 60fps makes video really smooth, and the auto-focus keeps you sharp even if you move around. Works perfectly with YouTube and Twitch, and setup is dead simple. Only minor gripe is the built-in mic isn’t amazing, so you’ll probably want a separate microphone for proper sound. Otherwise, brilliant for live streaming or video calls – clear picture, easy to use, and reliable.

Quality is great but the mount it has is a nightmare if you want to do anything other than 'hang it off your screen'. Theres way to connect this thing to anything other than its original base, which is just bits of folding plastic? Nothing to actually ATTACH to anything. Theres a picture in the desc of it being used in the middle of a ring light... This is impossible using the attachment provided so what am i missing? I have had this for 18 months and I after upgrading my monitor theres not enough space to attach which means I was hoping to get a flexi tripod to attach this to but its not possible! And its purposely too thin to be used by a grippy attachment (like a traditional phone mount) really irritating.

got it when it was on sale, really good quality and good price