5 REASONS TO INVEST IN A BETTER BUSINESS WEBCAM
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5 REASONS TO INVEST IN A BETTER BUSINESS WEBCAM How a high-quality webcam can enhance the way you work and transform your video calling experiences. WELCOME TO THE VIDEO ERA Video is everywhere and has never been more relevant. Whether you work in the office, from home, the local café, or mix it up, the ability to communicate virtually has become a necessity. Today’s collaboration solutions exist in a variety of forms, from video-enabled rooms to PCs, laptops, and mobile devices, but they don’t always offer the best experience. While you may be getting by with a built-in laptop camera or even audio-only meetings, a simple equation normally exists – the better the solution, the better the meeting experience. This guide takes a look at the importance of video calling and what you should look for when investing in a business webcam. Look your best in every meeting But my laptop already has a built-in camera… Seeing who you are talking to, rather than just Whether it’s poor lighting, a lack of clarity, or hearing, enhances the experience of connecting unflattering viewing angles, embedded cameras with others. For the virtual experience to be as don’t provide great video conferencing experiences. close to the in-person experience as possible, While they might be useful for personal calls, your choice of webcam is vital. The quality of technical and quality factors can limit performance webcam components and optimizations vary when compared to external plug-and-play webcams. widely, and your solution choice will dictate External webcams have a small footprint and, with the overall experience quality for you and the little investment, can significantly raise the quality participants on your call. of your video call experience.
5 THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN CHOOSING A BETTER BUSINESS WEBCAM For the best possible quality and performance, consider the following five key factors: 1 Plug-and-play Ease of use and deployment are essential. The ideal webcam should plug into a USB port and ‘just work’. This means it’s detected by your laptop or PC and works with your chosen video conferencing apps without the need to download additional software or mess with settings. Even better is a webcam specifically tested or optimized for use with your preferred video conferencing application, like Microsoft Teams or Zoom, or that’s compatible with operating system features. Did you know? Logitech Brio enables you to log in to a PC securely using Windows Hello facial recognition. 2 Resolution and frame rate A webcam can’t provide a high-quality experience if it’s incapable of capturing high-quality video. Higher resolution images are much clearer on calls, and a higher frame rate results in smoother motion on screen. While many manufacturers focus on image quality, frame rate is often overlooked, with the optimal fps (frames per second) of 30 sometimes hard to achieve. To cut costs, many manufacturers use lower spec components that may deliver 30fps in good conditions but result in a compromised frame rate and grainy images when compensating for low light situations. Did you know? Logitech Brio offers frame rates of 60fps for super clear video calls and streaming.
3 Autofocus Autofocus works by automatically focusing the subject while it moves around. The best webcams focus in and out automatically as the subject moves, while top-of-the-line models are designed with precision autofocus that works seamlessly for an ultra-smooth appearance. Did you know? Logitech’s free Logi Tune software enables you to take control of your webcam to easily update firmware and quickly adjust framing, focus, and color, so you always look your best. 4 Auto-light correction Lighting causes some of the most common video calling pitfalls. Bright light behind the subject transforms them into a faceless silhouette, while dim rooms make participants hard to pick out in the murky gloom. And no two rooms are the same from a lighting perspective. For this reason, the ideal webcam should adapt to your location, not the other way around. For optimal performance, look for webcams with protocols for low light environments. Otherwise, participants on your video call could be left in the dark. Did you know? Most Logitech webcams feature RightLight™ technology to automatically enhance video meetings by reducing video noise, optimizing light balance, and fine-tuning color and saturation for natural results in any environment. 5 Sound quality If the sound quality in your video call is lacking, it doesn’t matter how good the image is – your call is compromised. Make sure the webcam you choose boasts superior audio quality through dual stereo microphones. You should also consider headsets, and other audio solutions to complement your webcam as part of a total video calling solution. There are benefits to purchasing from a single vendor, especially in terms of compatibility testing, certifications, and support. Did you know? In addition to providing a full range of webcams and headsets that integrate easily with your setup, Logitech’s Zone Wired and Zone Wireless headsets feature premium audio drivers and advanced noise-canceling mic technology for complete clarity and focus.
WHY LOGITECH Good webcams can help improve company communication, enhance collaboration, and save on travel costs. Great webcams can make it feel like all participants on a video call are in the same room. Logitech offers a broad portfolio of easy, effective, and reliable video collaboration solutions for any location, from the boardroom to the huddle space, work from home offices, and on-the-go interaction. Compatible with all leading operating systems and devices and certified for use with popular video and unified communications applications, Logitech’s easy-to-use solutions elevate everyday meeting experiences. Find out more Check out Logitech business grade webcams for your video conferencing needs. BRIO C930e C925e C920e C505e © 2021 Logitech. Logitech, the Logitech logo and other Logitech marks are owned by Logitech and may be registered. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Logitech assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this publication. Product, pricing, and feature information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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