8 Best Webcams for Video Conferencing

1. FUVISION C810 Conferencing Webcam | Best Budget

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Editor’s Rating: 4.7/5

The Best Budget webcam for video conferencing goes to the FUVISION C810. It’s an affordable, feature-packed system for businesses ready to experiment with virtual meetings.

• Best feature 1: FHD 1080p video at 30fps
• Best feature 2: Enhanced autofocus (AF) technology
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, wide-angle lens, dual mics, adjustable clip, desktop tripod
• Minus points: No software settings, no troubleshooting guide

FUVISION C810 Conference Cam Highlights

FUVISION’s plug-n-play webcam works with all the major operating systems and conferencing platforms. Some of those include Zoom, Skype for Business, GoToMeeting, and many others. The FUVISION C810 webcam is an excellent first-time recording, streaming, conference webcam. It boasts Full HD 1080p video and auto-adjusts light levels to maintain consistent illumination.

This cam also has enhanced autofocus to maintains image sharpness. Dual, built-in, noise-canceling mics provide crystal-clear audio up to a distance of 32ft from the cam. The C810 conference webcam comes equipped with an integrated 360° mounting clip and threaded tripod base. Other highlights are the wide 90° field of view (FOV), free desktop tripod, and broad compatibility.

The Not So Good

This conferencing webcam is a quality budget-end product, and that means it lacks some versatility. The features are impressive, but there are no settings to let users fine-tune use and performance. It’s a plug-n-play device, which is great. What’s not so great is that there isn’t a troubleshooting guide should users run into issues.

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2. Logitech BCC950 Conference Webcam | Best Value

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Editor’s Rating: 4.5/5

Logitech takes the Editor’s Best Value slot with its desktop BCC950 Video Conference Webcam. It’s a popular solution for turning smaller rooms into professional virtual meeting spaces.

• Best feature 1: Ultra-sharp 1080p HD video
• Best feature 2: Wide-angle lens, ideal for smaller spaces
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, flexible control, pan/tilt feature, crystal-clear audio, speakerphone
• Minus points: Pan-n-tilt is not always smooth, only suitable for small groups

Logitech BCC950 Conference Cam Highlights

Logitech’s BCC950 is a free-standing, wide-angle webcam for huddle rooms and small offices. Its space-saving, compact design and eye-level motorized camera keep the setup ultra-neat. The cam offers precision autofocus, 1080p HD video at 30fps, and advanced auto-light-correction. Audio quality is remarkable, thanks to the built-in omni mic with noise/echo cancelation, and pro-speakerphone.

The mic’s pickup range is around 8ft, which is ideal for most huddle-type spaces. Users can effortlessly control all functions of the BCC950 using the included remote and console buttons.

The Not So Good

The pan & tilt feature is welcome, but it’s not reliably smooth and may even jerk on occasions. That can be a frustration for viewers if the presenter uses pan and tilt a lot during a presentation. It’s not so crucial if the feature is seldom used. Logitech’s BCC950 conference webcam is only suitable for smaller groups of 2 to 4 people. Consider the Logitech Group HD for larger gatherings and more controls.

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3. Meeting Owl Pro 360° Conference Cam | Top Pick

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Editor’s Rating: 4.7/5

Owl Labs gets the Top Pick with its upright, 360-degree Smart Conference Autofocus Camera. The design is simple, but this is a powerful system made for all meeting types and room sizes.

• Best feature 1: Space-saving, smart conferencing webcam
• Best feature 2: Perfect choice for medium to large groups
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, works with all major platforms, crystal-clear audio, 18ft pickup
• Minus points: Quite expensive

Meeting Owl Pro Conference Camera Highlights

Plug-n-play simplicity, portability, and ease of use add to the appeal of the Meeting Owl Pro. It works like a dream with all the favorite web-based conferencing platforms too. These things combined make this webcam a truly versatile tool. It’s perfect for small, medium, and large-scale conferences, live presentations, education, and web seminars, etc.

The video quality of the original Meeting Owl is impressive, but the Pro’s 1080p video is twice as sharp. Its tri-speaker delivers 2x louder audio too, which is crystal-clear and more realistic. And the 8-mic array has an impressive 18ft extended pickup range.

The Not So Good

The Meeting Owl Pro 360° Conference Cam is excellent value but quite expensive. You can save yourself around 200 dollars with the original Meeting Owl if your meetings are smaller. The pro version has slightly better video quality, a longer audio range, and is smart-room enabled. The original OWL is a better choice if you only work in huddle spaces and smaller rooms.

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4. Huddly GO Video Conferencing Camera

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Editor’s Rating: 4.4/5

Meet the Huddly GO, a small, versatile USB video conferencing camera with an ultra-wide lens. It’s a smart cam that sees, acknowledges, and responds to a room’s environment. Let’s check it out.

• Best feature 1: Ultra-wide-angle lens is ideal for smaller spaces
• Best feature 2: Small, compact design
• Plus points: Works w/ popular conferencing software, auto-flips, self-upgrading, mounting hinge
• Minus points: Average quality video, no mic

Huddly GO Conferencing Camera Highlights

The Huddly GO is a conferencing cam designed for use in tight spaces. It’s ultra-wide 150° lens also makes it a flexible cam for use in medium-sized rooms with lots of attendees. This simple plug-n-play webcam supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 and is compatible with both Windows and macOS. It also works with all the major conferencing and meetup platforms.

Compatible software includes Zoom, Skype for Business, Google Hangouts, WebEx, and many others. The cam’s 180° auto-flip feature lets you install it with the bracket upside down if needed. Lastly, the webcam is open to software upgrades, so users get to benefit from future enhancements.

The Not So Good

The 720p @ 30fps video is clear and ideal for most applications. Those who expect a more realistic experience may want something higher than “average,” though. How others receive your images depends on several factors, but 720p @ 60fps or 1080p deliver better results. The Huddly GO doesn’t have a built-in microphone. Users will need to buy a decent dedicated mic for their videoconferences.

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5. AVer Information Conference CAM520

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Editor’s Rating: 4.8/5

Aver’s Information Conference CAM520 is a pro-grade multi-purpose, multifunctional system. One of the best things about the CAM520 is its 10 customizable presets that you can save for future use.

• Best feature 1: User-friendly conference cam for mid to large meeting rooms
• Best feature 2: Stores up to 10 1-touch customizable presets
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, broad compatibility, exceptional video, wide lens, optical zoom
• Minus points: Insensitive remote control, no built-in mic

AVer Conference CAM520 Highlights

The AVer Conference CAM520 is a sophisticated yet straightforward plug-n-play webcam. It works with all the favorite video conferencing platforms and is ZOOM and MEET certified. The 1080p HD 60fps video quality is exceptional and one of the most praised features. Other highlights are the 12x optical zoom and wide 82° field of view (FOV). Moreover, CAM520 offers ultra-smooth pan-tilt-zoom or PTZ.

The Not So Good

The remote control has lots of buttons and is easy to navigate. It’s not as sensitive as it should be, though, so it’s unlikely to be multidirectional. That’s not a deal-breaker, but it may take a while to get used to. The CAM520 is a standalone device, so there’s no built-in mic. Operators can either use a dedicated mic or consider the all-in-one Aver Information VC520+ Conference Cam.

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6. Huddly IQ Ultra-Wide Conference Room Kit

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Editor’s Rating: 4.9/5

The Huddly IQ is another exceptional conference system for small, medium, and larger meetings. It has a 5-element mic array and sports AI features and advanced room analytics.

• Best feature 1: Compact and powerful USB Conference Camera
• Best feature 2: Works with all videoconferencing software
• Plus points: HD video, studio-quality mic, wide lens, PTZ, Genius Framing, auto white balance
• Minus points: No speakers, quite expensive

Huddly IQ Ultra-Wide Meeting Kit Highlights

There’s a lot to like about the compact, lightweight aluminum Huddly IQ. It has a high-quality build and lots of essential features, though it’s void of confusing buttons and moving parts. The 1080p video at 30fps and 5-element mic array deliver a high-quality picture with studio-quality audio. This smart camera works on automatic AI control but also offers manual override for those who need it.

The Genius Framing feature detects those in its view and auto-frames them. An ultra-wide-angle 150° lens keeps everyone in the frame when they’re close to the camera. That makes it ideal for small spaces and huddle rooms. It’s a superb cam for medium size conferences and open collaboration spaces too. The IQ’s automatic white balance helps to keep the light consistently natural.

Huddly IQ Vs. Huddly GO

There are several clear differences between the two cameras other than price. First is the IQ’s 1080p @ 30fps to the GO’s 720p @ 30fps. Future 4K capability via software updates is only available for the IQ. Other features unique to the Huddly IQ are its Genius Framing and Huddly analytics. The IQ also has High performance, lossless audio, and a beamforming microphone array.

The Not So Good

The Huddle IQ doesn’t include speakers. That’s usual for small, compact conference cams, but it does mean extra equipment if you want external speakers (recommended). Dedicated speakers also take away some of the IQ’s portability factor. The price of this product is quite high, but most companies that own one would say it’s worth every cent.

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7. Logitech MeetUp HD Conferencing System

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Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5

The penultimate review goes to the compact, all-in-one plug-n-play Logitech MeetUp. It’s an HD conference cam explicitly designed to work in huddle rooms and small office spaces.

• Best feature 1: Designed specifically for smaller, pro-level conferences
• Best feature 2: Ultra-wide-angle lens
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, multiple video resolutions, built-in audio, doubles as a speakerphone
• Minus points: High cost of accessories, digital zoom

Logitech MeetUp HD Conferencing Cam Highlights

Logitech’s MeetUp is an HD, all-in-one conferencing cam designed for smaller gatherings. The lens has a 120-degree ultra-wide field of view (FOV). That angle ensures every person in the room is visible from close range. That includes those who sit on the outer edges. The motorized pan/tilt feature can widen the FOV still further if necessary, up to 170-degrees.

Other Meetup selling points are the 5x HD zoom and support for multiple video resolutions. They include 4K Ultra-HD, 1080p, and 720p at 30 frames per second (fps). The product’s superior audio system has 3 built-in mics and a speaker optimized for use in huddle spaces. This conferencing cam also doubles as a capable wireless Bluetooth speakerphone with remarkable clarity.

The Not So Good

The Logitech MeetUp offers a lot of value, but things get expensive if you want the optional extras. Think about what you need in advance, e.g., Expansion Mics, TV mount, or Keyboard. Logitech also sells the Meetup with its ‘+ accessory’ offers. The 5x zoom is digital, which is inferior to optical. That’s unlikely to deter most buyers, but it’s worth pointing out all the same.

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8. Logitech Group HD Big Room Conferencing System

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Editor’s Rating: 4.3/5

It’s another quality Logitech USB plug-n-play product for the final review. This one is the company’s Group HD Conference System, designed specifically for larger spaces.

• Best feature 1: Affordable conferencing system for larger spaces
• Best feature 2: All-in-one design
• Plus points: Plug-n-play, 90° FOV, quality video, extended audio range, pro-speakerphone
• Minus points: Zoom feature is not ultra-smooth, 30fps

Logitech Group HD Conference System Highlights

Consider the Logitech Group HD videoconferencing system for virtual meetings of 14+ people. Plug-n-play simplicity means it’s ready to go once you plug it into any laptop or smaller notebook. The Group HD works with all the known conferencing software too. The 90° field of view (FOV) and 20ft audio pickup range makes it ideal for mid to large size rooms.

This system works well with groups of up to 14 participants or 20 with the expansion mics (optional). The studio-quality audiovisual shows any company off in a professional light. Operators get to control the 10x lossless zoom and pan-n-tilt. Inside the full-duplex speakerphone are 4 noise-canceling, omnidirectional mics. Discussions are so clear that it’s akin to a same-room conversational experience.

The Not So Good

Most would agree that the Logitech Group HD is exceptional value considering its price. It’s not perfect, though. The main criticism is that the zoom feature is not as smooth as some rivals. Zooming is not rough, but it is noticeable. The GROUP shoots decent-quality 1080p video at 30fps (frames per second). However, several competing conferencing systems now offer 1080p at 60fps.

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