Logitech C525 USB HD Webcam

I purchased this webcam to work from home. My laptop has a built-in webcam, but as I'm using a docking setup with two monitors, it was annoying to shift my entire arrangement to participate videoconference meetings. Long and short: This suits me perfectly for my needs -- teleconferencing from home, several hours a day. Easy to set up, good exposure, nice contrast, doesn't oversaturate, and the audio works well. If you're looking for something under $100 and don't need the uber-res, gamer-preferred, high-end webcams to stream, record, and post to YouTube your Minecraft gaming adventures, this is a solid solution. Details: I'm using a state-issued Dell Latitude 7290 (8GB RAM, 1.9 GHz CPU) running Windows 10 Enterprise. Experience - Install and Activation: Very straightforward. Out of the box, I simply plugged it into one of the USB ports on my dock. I didn't need to install any drivers (I'd have known, because all our state-issued laptops are administratively locked; can't install anything without admin support), and the webcam was recognized by Skype, WebEx and Zoom. Note that I did have to tell each of those platforms to use the webcam because I have two detected by the system. Apologies if the info below is too pedantic: - Skype: Go to Tools > Video Device Settings, and select "Logitech HD Webcam C525" from the drop-down. - WebEx: When you join a meeting, select "Logitech HD Webcam C525" from the "Select Video Connection" drop-down. Same for audio, if you're calling in from computer. - Zoom: Go to Settings > Video, and select "Logitech HD Webcam C525" from the drop-down. Experience - Audio and Video Quality: My team members, with whom I meet almost daily, quickly noticed the difference in video quality and commented on it. It's a definite improvement over the built-in webcam. I really like the "I'm tracking you" feature. If for some reason I shift my position in the frame, the webcam adjusts. Given I'm trying to work with four pets in the house, this happens a lot (because they all apparently can sense when I'm in a videoconference, and that is THE TIME to try to get into my lap). - Hue: I notice I look a mite greener than usual. The camera does lean toward the cool side of color temp, but I'm not bothered by that much. Turning on and off various lights helps warm things up a bit. Not a big deal for me. - Exposure: I'm truly happy with this. I face three tall, broad windows looking onto my back yard. The webcam readily adjusts to the level of sunlight hitting my face at any given time. - Saturation: I think it's a good balance -- not too undersaturated, not too clownish. I've worn things from dark shirts to pale blouses and multicolored jackets; no oversat or undersat so far. - Artifacts: Four days in with frequent, daily use, no issue with streamers or artifacts. Read more

Software enhancements are great (RightSound, Auto-focus, RightLight, Anti-flicker and Image orientation), all of the needed settings are preset which makes it easy to use, just simply plug and use. The 32-bit application which gets included once driver is installed in a windows 10 OS is great; the newer application is bad I hope it will improve eventually Very suitable for solo shooting in a video call/chat/conference; not great for group shooting. Video quality is decent. Microphone quality is decent, though I still prefer a separate mic which is closer to the speaker. Portability is a plus and the camera tilting and rotation gives decent flexibility in finding the right angle. Read more

Got this for my parents so that they can zoom for church, and for us to remotely celebrate a monumental birthday. Works well for this purposel Read more

I bought this to get my 88 year old Mom on some video calls using her Chrome Box computer. I tried it first on an old Chromebook. It is small and light. It installs easily, plug and play, and the camera has a wide range of adjustments. Video calls were great - the mic and camera worked better than I expected for the price. Why pay more? Read more

My PC camera isn't great, so I needed an external camera. After talking with my IT connection, he suggested this brand. Great color and easy to use. Just plug ut into my USB port and it's good to go! Plus, it's small and easily fits into my backpack along with my computer. Read more

This Logitech webcam just clips onto the top of my Dell 24” monitor, and the USB cable easily stretches down to the tower pc that is sitting on the floor next to my desk. I downloaded the installation software from the Logitech website, and was able to use the camera in no time at all. I have had a few Zoom training sessions and classes so far, and the camera functions seamlessly with the Zoom app. The video and quality are good. Read more

So much better than the camera in my laptop. I have an external monitor and was tired of having to have my laptop open to use the camera. This external camera not only allows me to preserve my precious desktop real estate but the great microphone also eliminates the need to dial into videoconference meetings with my mobile phone. This is making my WFH experience so much more efficient. Read more

The plug and play functionality of this Logitech webcam is wonderful. I have a standard corporate HP laptop and with so many Zoom meetings during the pandemic, I appreciate the easy set up, without having to install special software. Works great. Read more