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Need an external webcam

8 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/need-an-external-webcam.209524/

harshilsharma63
harshilsharma63 Original post #1
Apr 16, 2021 at 11:34 AM
Hi, I need an external webcam to use with a MacBook Pro.

General constraints -

1. Preferably would have a USB-C connection, but not a deal-breaker.
2. Do wireless webcams exist? I can't get a clear model in India but would love a wireless model.
3. Budget is something around 2-3k but can stretch to 3k for a wireless model.
4. Full HD would be really nice.

Thanks!
rockfella
Apr 16, 2021 at 7:34 PM
*store.mi.com/in/item/3202300026

con: 720p.

*www.amazon.in/gp/product/B08KT89BWX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this one. Sharp but sometimes grainy pic/1080P, well built.

Con: It is unusually ultra wide. Folks on the other wise will be able to see your entire room .... some like it some don't. I asked few I called and they found this one better than this:

*www.amazon.in/Logitech-C270-HD-Webcam-Black/dp/B008QS9J6Y/ref=psdc_1375459031_t2_B08LZFFFRF
C
Apr 16, 2021 at 7:45 PM
Have you tried using phone as webcam

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Nerevarine
Apr 16, 2021 at 8:09 PM
Have you tried using phone as webcam

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bad idea.. get a proper webcam and be done with it. Using phone as webcam will make it go hot..
vito scalleta
Apr 19, 2021 at 6:34 PM
bad idea.. get a proper webcam and be done with it. Using phone as webcam will make it go hot..
if op has a spare phone that is not being used currently I would advise to try as the difference in quality between a phone's cam and a web cam is night and day.
harshilsharma63
Apr 21, 2021 at 10:50 AM
I thought of the phone idea but then mounting the phone on top of the monitor is not that easy.
C
Apr 21, 2021 at 10:55 AM
I thought of the phone idea but then mounting the phone on top of the monitor is not that easy.
You buy a cheap tripod for that. First test the phone with cam app, if image results are food then go for stand or tripods

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vito scalleta
Apr 21, 2021 at 11:02 AM
You buy a cheap tripod for that. First test the phone with cam app, if image results are food then go for stand or tripods

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there are stands for this which can be bought for around 300 Rs.

This is what I have. But this is very strong. You can go for cheaper ones.