When you think of Logitech, a few things may come to mind. Like they make one of the best mice, great Bluetooth keyboards, webcams, and other accessories. Earlier this year, they dropped the StreamCam which is their entry-level streaming camera for creators & everyday livestream users alike. We’re gonna discuss its strengths, shortcomings, and if it lives up to its $170 price tag.
The StreamCam is on the bigger side in comparison to modern webcams as it weighs in at 150g. You got an f/2.0 aperture lens but the actual MP count isn’t specified anywhere but is more than likely a 2MP sensor. It can record & livestream up to 1080p video @60fps and can be rotated vertically for FB or IG stories. With the video quality of the StreamCam, I would put this in the good-enough rating. Its 1080p @60 but still a grainy webcam quality but under the right lighting conditions, it will be fine.
It even has its own audio capture btw of dual omnidirectional mics w/ a noise reduction filter. It does a good job of capturing audio. Just don’t record in rooms w/ central running in the background as I did for the review video as it will pick it up. Most creators will want to use their own mic to better control the audio quality but if you forget to pack your mic, these are still useable.
You can still full advantage of the camera when you grab Logitech’s new Capture software. This allows you to adjust the exposure, framing, stabilization, and access AI-based face tracking – which you can disable if you don’t want to use it. You can use it w/ the Capture app w/ OBS, XSplit, YouTube, and more. FYI: everyone who buys one gets a 3-month Premium subscription to XSplit license.
The StreamCam is a slightly overpriced but good option to get started w/ livestreaming.
I still think that it can be a bit cheaper than $170 as for $30 more I can get their 4K Brio webcam for better quality. For a quick take, I would give the StreamCam a just-fine grade as it can handle good video & audio in one package. Although the StreamCam maxes out at 1080p and not 4K, it is versatile enough to still be considered. Especially for those of you just starting off in the livestreaming arena.
