Best WebCams

People like Louie Cole from FunForLouie or Devin Graham that is behind the Devinsupertramp would make you think that vlogging is all about these crazy adventures that you have to take in order to entertain your audience. But the roots of video blogging don't have anything to do with that sort of lifestyle. The very first vloggers would just sit in front of a camera and bare their soul to the audience, talk about the things that excite them or the topics that they consider to be of the utmost importance. And with the Logitech BRIO, you can easily do the same.

What we have here isn't just a vlogging camera under 200 bucks. It is also one of the simplest and most convenient models that a variety of different people can use to jump-start their vlogging career. And even if you do not particularly care for vlogging, you can use this webcam for other recording purposes, as well as video conferencing with your colleagues and streaming on Twitch or any other similar platform. The model doesn't even care whether you prefer to sit in a bright office or in a dimly lit room as the Logitech's very own RightLight™ 3 technology that works in conjunction with the High Dynamic Range function automatically adjusts exposure and contrast, meaning that you will always look your best in front of your audience, be it thousands of viewers or your mother at the other end of the Skype call.

The Logitech C920 HD Pro Webcam can become the best bang for your buck. It’s a reasonably priced cam with Full HD resolution that is able to take up to 30 frames per a second and come out with impressive quality pictures. The cam features a glass lens for efficient light transmission and autofocus to make your shots clearer and less distorted even if you move.

However, if you decide to use this cam for playing online games, you will need to switch to 720p, otherwise, the video quality may get lost. Full HD 1920 x 1080 is available for video chatting on popular messengers and social websites. For other purposes, 720p is recommended (if the quality matters, sure).

The people behind Logitech have never been especially obsessed with aesthetics and this product is no exception. The camera's black profile is stern and simplistic, albeit relatively sleek. The camera measures fairly standard 1 x 3.7 x 1.2 inches, so you'll have no issues clipping this webcam onto most monitors or finding enough space for the webcam on the desk and use the supplied table stand to attach the 'cam.

The NexiGo A229-AF has its moments and while these moments are not necessarily few and far between, they're also not predominant. We like the price and the specs relative to the price, but even at this low-end price point, there are webcams that do certain things better. Even where low-end models are concerned, 2-megapixel complementary metal oxide semiconductors (CMOS) are not great.

On the plus side, we can easily get behind the camera's 2.7-inch starting point and its virtually infinite range. The autofocus feature on this device is pretty capable as well, making sure that the video always looks sharp. While we've seen decent autofocus examples before, the same cannot be quite said about the model's facial enhancement features, at least not when you look at budget webcams. Nevertheless, these features are present there and they're top-notch, putting the user's best side first.

But, again, the camera is far from flawless. As subjective as this point is, the model's dress sense is questionable, and so is its footprint. Measuring 3.9 x 2.2 x 2. inches, this device could have been designed more compact, reducing the stereo microphone's size. The same move would have also made this camera more visually appealing because, as it is right now, there's something awkward about its design, something that almost makes the device look ungroomed/unkempt. The good news is that, even compared with high-end mode models' privacy covers, the one that's used here is practical and smooth, clicking shut without making noise or presenting challenges. Also, despite its somewhat bulky size, this webcam weighs a little above 7 ounces, so you can move it around the screen with a few fingers without feeling inconvenienced.

Nothing can match a face-to-face interaction, but in our modern world, more and more communication goes online. Get prepped for an important job interview or a friendly chat with the XPCAM web camera. It doesn’t compromise on picture quality, giving you the Full HD resolution backed up with a sensitive mic.

The XPCAM takes your calls and conferences to the pro level with its powerful glass lens. It supports the 1080p Full HD image at 30 fps, making your video stream crisp and clean every single time. Impress the HR department of your dream company – or surprise a friend with how natural you look. Considering the price tag, this webcam offers a really good value for your money.

The wide, up to 110 degrees angle view will display more of you during a call in the 16:9 format. This feature makes it easy to record, stream, game, or video chat. Add the auto light correction plus the HDR tech, and you’ve got a powerful device for all your video-related needs. The only issue here is that the level of contrast may seem too high for one’s taste. Otherwise, you’ll be impressed with how amazing this camera is.

The Amcrest AWC201-B Webcam looks almost military-esque. In general, most people like web cameras a little less bulky but, with this one, we can see these people coming around. Plus, even though you can presume so from the pictures, the camera is not really that large. Measuring 4.9 x 2.7 x 2.2 inches, we're talking about maybe an extra inch here and an extra inch there, which is noticeable, no doubt, but also not as much as one might reckon. We're not quite sure why there are these two massive wings to the lens' side but, again, this is all about preference and some may find them aesthetically pleasing.

As much as we like talking about aesthetics though, when you're discussing webcams, appearance matters the least. The microphone, on the other hand, matters quite a bit. In this case, the mic contributes even more than usual, with its dual noise-reducing setup ensuring excellent stereo audio and clarity. Even the noisiest environments will let you stream without worrying about the people on the other end not being able to understand the message you're relaying.

Even though lenses sell webcams more than every other component combined, we'll leave them for last. Before that, the 'cam comes equipped with a mounting clip and a 1/4-inch tripod thread, so you can use practically any surface, even those that are not 100% flat and even. Connection-wise, not unlike most web cameras, this one uses the USB port and lets you work with Windows, Mac OS, Chrome OS, even Android Xbox One. The cable that the model is shipped with measures 5.5 feet (167 centimetres), so you can place the camera quite far away from the content source.