Webcams for video calls, online lessons, streaming and meeting rooms: our range covers over 250 models, from basic USB webcams to 4K cameras, conference cameras and 360-degree models. Leading brands include Logitech, eMeet, Lenovo, Dell and Insta360.
Home workers, teachers, streamers and small teams will each find a different type of camera here.
How to choose a webcam
Resolution. Full HD (1080p) is enough for most video calls and looks clearly sharper than the 720p camera built into many laptops. 4K makes sense for streaming or recording, where viewers watch at full size. Meeting software often compresses video, so you may not see the difference on every call.
Field of view. A narrower view of roughly 65 to 80 degrees keeps one person framed without showing the whole room behind them. For a small meeting table, a lens of around 90 degrees or more gets everyone into the shot. Some models let you adjust the angle in software.
Sound and light. Most webcams include built-in microphones, but these pick up room echo and keyboard noise. A headset or separate microphone is better if you talk for hours. In dim rooms, cheaper sensors produce grainy, soft images, and a lamp placed in front of you helps more than any setting.
Connection and mounting. Nearly all webcams connect over USB, and most work without extra drivers on Windows 11 and macOS. Check whether your computer has a free USB-A or USB-C port and that the cable matches it. Look for a monitor clip, a tripod thread for desk or shelf positions, and a privacy shutter if you want the lens physically covered.
Webcam brands we carry
- Logitech: the largest brand in our range, known for its long-running C-series webcams such as the C920 and for the 4K Brio line.
- eMeet: known for conference cameras and speakerphones aimed at meeting rooms and home offices.
- Lenovo: a computer maker that also sells webcams for office desks, often chosen to complete a business PC setup.
- Dell: best known for business PCs and monitors, with webcams made for office desks and video conferencing.
- Insta360: known for 360-degree and action cameras, and for the Link webcam, which can follow the speaker as they move.
Also in our range: Conceptronic, Sandberg, Delock, LogiLink, Hama, TERRA and Kensington.
Webcam FAQ
Is a 1080p webcam good enough for video calls?
Yes, 1080p is good enough for almost all video calls, lessons and interviews. It gives a sharper image than the 720p cameras in many laptops. A higher resolution only pays off if you record or stream and your viewers watch at full size.
Do I need a separate microphone with a webcam?
Not always, because most webcams have a built-in microphone that is fine for short calls. In an echoey room, or if you speak for long periods, a headset or desk microphone sounds clearer. Conference cameras and speakerphones suit rooms where several people share one device.
Does a webcam need drivers or special software?
Most USB webcams work as soon as you plug them in, because Windows 11 and macOS recognise them automatically. Software from the manufacturer is usually optional and adds extras such as adjusting the field of view, focus or brightness. Check the product page if you need a feature like tracking.
Is an external webcam better than my laptop camera?
In most cases, yes. An external webcam usually has a better lens and sensor, and you can position it at eye level instead of looking up from a low laptop screen. It also lets you use the same camera with a desktop PC or a monitor.
