Logitech HD Webcam C270, 720p Widescreen Video Calling and Recording (960-000694)

Logitech HD Webcam C270, 720p Widescreen Video Calling and Recording (960-000694) Review

Logitech HD Webcam C270, 720p Widescreen Video Calling and Recording (960-000694) Feature

• Fluid HD 720p video recording and video calling in 16:9 widescreen
• Crisp 3 MP photos
• Auto light correction and built-in noise-cancelling mic make video calls look and sound great
• Easy HD video calls on Skype, Windows Live Messenger and Logitech Vid HD
• Works with Windows-based PCs

Features

Enlarge Hi-Def Yourself. Logitech HD Webcam C270—making HD video calling simple. Say it bigger. Say it better. High definition 720p video in widescreen for picture quality that's simply amazing. Self-expression knows no bounds. It's not just about video calls anymore. Video blog, stream, share, rant, rap, sing and dance with ease. Plus it works seamlessly with your favorite applications. The term 'webcam' doesn't quite do it justice. HD Webcam C270 Noteworthy Features •  Fluid HD 720p video calling and recording in 16:9 widescreen •  Crisp 3 MP photos •  Easy HD video calling on Skype, Windows Live Messenger and Logitech Vid HD •  Automatic light correction •  Integrated noise-cancelling microphone Enlarge Stay connected in widescreen HD 720p The smoothest HD video calls with more video frames per second than other HD webcams Show friends more of you in 16:9 widescreen Easy to stream video, share your recorded videos or vblog Enlarge Video calling made easy  Enjoy fluid HD 720p calls on Skype, Windows Live Messenger and Logitech Vid HD—the free, fast and fast easy way to see your loved ones face-to-face. Learn more Enlarge Simple to snap and send photos Take vibrant 3-megapixel snapshots with just one click. Enlarge   Comes with good lighting With automatic light correction, you'll get the best possible image—even if you make a video call in dim light. Enlarge Sound clear even in a noisy room The built-in mic reduces background noise so the person you're calling hears you loud and clear. Logitech Fluid Crystal Technology Now it's in every Logitech webcam, giving you: Smoother video motion, without annoying choppiness, in real-world conditions Sharper video with more true-to-life detail Richer, more natural colors Clearer sound Learn more Enlarge Sleek universal design Clips securely to any laptop or LCD monitor Flat panel design looks great with the latest laptop styles

Compatibility

Package Contents Webcam with 5-foot cable Logitech webcam software with Logitech Vid HD User documentation 2-year limited hardware warranty Works with Windows XP (SP2 or higher), Windows Vista or Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)

Basic requirements: 1 GHz 512 MB RAM or more 200 MB hard drive space Internet connection USB 1.1 port (2.0 recommended) For HD 720p video calling on Logitech Vid HD and HD video recording: 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GB RAM 200 MB hard drive space USB 2.0 port 1 Mbps upload speed or higher 1280 x 720 screen resolution For other video-calling clients, please check the recommended

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Which Logitech HD Webcam is right for you?

Good Better Best	Good		Better			Best
What to look for	HD Webcam C270	HD Webcam C310	HD Webcam C525	Webcam Pro 9000	HD Webcam C615	HD Pro Webcam C910
Video + Photo Quality
HD resolution	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	Full HD 1080p	Full HD 1080p
16:9 widescreen
Photo resolution	3MP	5MP	8MP	8MP	8MP	10MP
Focus type	Always focused*	Always focused*	Auto Focus	Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Lens type	Plastic lens	Plastic lens	Plastic lens	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens
Auto light correction
Audio Quality
Built-in mic with noise cancellation						Dual mics for stereo audio
Special Features
1-click HD upload to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube**
Video effects		Standard	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
360-degree rotational camera
Portable design			Fold-and-go webcam		Fold-and-go webcam
Tripod Ready Base
Face Tracking						(PC only)
Compatibility
Works with Windows XP, Vista, 7
Works with Mac OS X 10.5 or higher

* 40 cm and beyond
** Twitter uploading requires software download on the C270. To download, go to logitech.com/support-downloads