Webcams

Choose a webcam around framing, lighting, microphone needs and the apps you use.

Start with how you appear on screen and what your meeting or streaming software accepts. A higher capture resolution is only one part of the image that other people will see.

What to compare before choosing

Check output in the app

Read the camera modes and the software requirements together. Your chosen app may use a different resolution or frame rate from the maximum listed on the box.

Plan the framing and light

Look at field of view, mount position and the distance to your face. Check manual controls and how you will light the room before treating a camera upgrade as the answer to every image problem.

Decide on audio separately

Check whether the built-in microphone meets your use case or whether a separate microphone is needed. Include the mount, cables and privacy control in the purchase decision.