Video calls have become an important part of our daily work and personal lives in recent years because they enable remote communication, but having the right webcam to improve the quality of video calls can make a big difference.
Laptop webcams are not always the best option for video calls. They can be low-quality, and the webcam might not be in the best position for your needs. A separate webcam can give you a better image and has features that most built-in cameras lack, which can be important if you’re presenting something to colleagues or sharing content. And while video quality may not be the most significant aspect of the call, it never hurts to look good while chatting with friends and co-workers. Using a great webcam will help you look and sound more professional, and there are some solid deals on webcams worth taking advantage of.
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From affordable options that are good for moderate use to ones made for streamers, we’ve rounded up webcams for everyone.
XPCam
This webcam features 1080p resolution, automatic light correction and a 110-degree wide-screen perspective view, which is a great option for videoconferencing and multiperson chat. The microphone can pick up your voice from up to 10 feet away and its universal clip works with laptops, desktop monitors and other flat surfaces. It also has a privacy shutter and comes with a tripod stand, so you have the flexibility to use the camera however you want. It connects through USB with no additional driver required.
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Logitech
This Logitech webcam is compact and folds up neatly so that you can travel anywhere with it. Inside, there’s a built-in microphone, so it’s an all-in-one answer to your video-calling needs. Using the Logitech software you can one-click capture and upload video clips to sites like YouTube and Twitter. And it has HD Light Correction to help enhance your video quality and keep things looking great even in poorly lit situations.
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If you’re looking for an affordable webcam that has a physical shutter cover, this may be the one for you. It has a 110-degree field of view for capturing the space around you for your video calls and the built-in microphone offers noise cancellation, as well. All you have to do is plug it in and start using it, and it works with Mac, Chrome OS and Windows.
Angetube
This webcam features a built-in ring light with three adjustable levels so that you always look your best, as well as a five-level zoom, autofocus and auto-brightness for low-light correction. It’s 1080p full high-definition and has dual noise-canceling microphones to reduce ambient noise and make sure you’re heard loud and clear.
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Amazon
This 1080p webcam works with all computers, including Mac, Windows and Chromebooks. The video quality is more than enough for personal group chats with friends and remote business calls. It has a physical privacy shutter so that you can cover the camera lens when it’s not in use, just to be extra-cautious. Getting it set up is as simple as plugging it in and starting to use it. You will have to have a Sam’s Club membership to take advantage of this deal, however you can get it at Amazon for $79 right now.
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If you frequently find that you don’t have enough light for your video calls but don’t want to get a big lighting setup, this may be the webcam for you. It offers a 1080p feed at 30fps and has a built-in ring light with adjustable brightness to keep your face properly lit during your calls.
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Razer’s 1080p Kiyo Pro webcam has a wide-angle lens that you can adjust the field of view on. It comes with a mount that you can use to sit it on a monitor, as well as a small tripod, making it versatile and great for just about any situation. The adaptive light sensor helps keep the picture clear even in environments that don’t offer great lighting conditions.
Logitech
This webcam offers ultra-4K high-definition resolution to keep you looking your professional best. It also features 5x HD zoom and RightLight 3 with HDR technology that automatically adjusts, even working with low-light and backlit situations to keep you illuminated and clear. This webcam also features dual omnidirectional mics with noise-canceling technology. It even has three field-of-view presets to allow you to show more of your environment or keep a narrow focus on yourself depending on your needs and preferences.
NexiGo
This 1080p webcam features a built-in adjustable ring light with touch control, a built-in noise canceling microphone to reduce ambient noise, autofocus to find the optical focal distance for your video and more. It even has a privacy cover for when you don’t want to be seen or it’s not in use. It’s plug-and-play, requiring no additional drivers.