Best webcam
Oct 26, 2020 08:34:18 #
During this COVID-19 isolation I find myself in the exciting world of Zoom meetings. But I'm not liking anything produced by my little Logitech C615 or another $30 off brand webcam. Bad focus, bad dynamic range, bad everything. Someone posted that he liked his Logitech Brio Ultra HD Pro that I'm seeing for around $200 and I'm thinking that if if I want quality that this is the kind of money I would need to spend. Or I could buy an in expensive video camera or used DSLR and pipe it into my computer via a video capture card. Has any tried these solutions for Zoom? If so, what are your thoughts?
Oct 26, 2020 08:44:38 #
My thoughts: The camera in my laptop works just fine.
$200.... nope.
$200.... nope.
Oct 26, 2020 08:50:46 #
Longshadow wrote:
My thoughts: The camera in my laptop works just fine.
$200.... nope.
$200.... nope.
Oct 26, 2020 09:01:21 #
LCD, I use my iPad and it works fine. And of course is portable. John
Oct 26, 2020 09:26:30 #
SteveLoker
Loc: Fort Worth, TX
If you're working from home, use a dslr. I saw that Canon has come out with a webcam utility. With my recent knee replacements (yes, they did both) I'm not getting out much and my camera feels neglected. I gave it a try and was amazed by the results. I used one of my panoramas as a Zoom background to add a little to it. You'll need to use a mic off camera. I may have been showing off a little since my workspace is setup for voice over work too.
Check your camera manufacturer's website to see if you can use one of your dslr's and have fun with it.
Here's my setup.
Check your camera manufacturer's website to see if you can use one of your dslr's and have fun with it.
Here's my setup.
Oct 26, 2020 10:54:01 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
The Brio works fine. If you have a Mac computer look into it Ecamm or Movavi for lots of good info.
Oct 27, 2020 08:32:49 #
I think you will have to look for an online article about that. I participate in up to three Zoom meetings a week, and all of the on-screen images I see are acceptable. I know for a fact that some of the cameras are cheapies, yet they work fine. For my purposes, I can't see spending over $100 for a webcam. I usually use my iMac desktop because the camera is built-in. I also have one that cost about $50 that I sometimes use on my Windows computer with similar results.
https://www.techradar.com/news/computing-components/peripherals/what-webcam-5-reviewed-and-rated-1027972
The "best" costs $229. The second best cost $58.
https://www.techradar.com/news/computing-components/peripherals/what-webcam-5-reviewed-and-rated-1027972
The "best" costs $229. The second best cost $58.
Oct 27, 2020 13:52:03 #
I have a Microsoft LifeCam Studio (pennies under $80) that works fine on Zoom for me. Microphone is built-in.
Oct 27, 2020 17:38:12 #
Gallimaufry
Loc: Denver, CO
LCD wrote:
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LCD, your smartphone can be used as a webcam. Just google something like "using your smartphone as a webcam" and you'll see many results. There are also videos on Youtube on how to do it, which may or may not show up in a google search.
If your phone has a good camera, there's no need to spend any more money on a separate webcam.
Barry
Oct 27, 2020 18:03:13 #
LCD wrote:
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Smart Phone and/or camera with OEM or third party software. Hard to compare those results, from DLSR or similar - which can be broadcast quality, to wat comes out of a webcam, or even a tablet/smartphone. First choice would be a camera, second a smart phone or tablet, and last of all a webcam. You just need to know if you have enough bandwidth for the better quality streams.
Oct 27, 2020 18:08:45 #
LCD wrote:
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i bought the following from Amazon:
Full HD 1080P Web Camera (30fps), Plug & Play USB Webcam with Built-in Dual Microphone, Multi-Compatible, for Video Conferencing, Recording, and Streaming
Sold by: Stevenfive
$42.99
Much wider angle and better dynamic range than the built-in webcam on my 17" Dell Laptop. I could not be happier with it.
BT
Oct 27, 2020 18:09:59 #
LCD wrote:
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Use your dslr. Nikon and cannon both can do. App is free from nikon
Oct 27, 2020 19:12:30 #
LCD wrote:
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I agree with Longshadow. It's crazy to spend that much on a replacement camera. The camera in my HP laptop is virtually perfect for teleconferencing. I would look into your lighting setup. First, turn off of block any light source behind you.
Sometimes ambient light sources should be turned off, and at other times you use the ambient and add to it. A second light source can be as simple as a table lamp. Control its intensity by varying the distance between it and you, or feather the light by turning it so not all of the light is falling on your face.
Whatever combination you choose, all light sources should be significantly higher than eye level. Test a bunch of different lighting setups until you find the right combination.
Some online info for videoconference lighting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YO6utfQm7Bg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7H_XjPtT2o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiUpK0dhWTE
There are many more on YouTube. >Alan
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