USB Webcams - Cameras for PCs

What is a USB webcam?

A USB webcam is a small digital device with a microphone, which is connected via a USB cable (Plug and Play) to your PC and transmits sound and image in Full HD resolution over the internet. Its design is practical, portable, and ergonomic, so you can transport it anywhere you need it comfortably.

They have omnidirectional microphones to pick up your voice in great detail so you can be heard perfectly. Depending on the model, there are different field-of-view options and automatic framing functions so you can be seen clearly.

At Onedirect, we have a great range of the best USB webcams from Logitech, AVer, and many other brands at the best prices on the web. 

How do I connect my webcam to the PC?

No prior configuration is necessary, you simply connect the USB cable to your PC and you can use it almost instantly, some may install software onto your device so is recommended to wait a few minutes for this to be done when first using it. 

In addition, they are compatible with any operating system (MAC, Windows) and with most web and cloud-based video conferencing applications, such as Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Hangouts, RingCentral, blue jeans and many more!

Choose your webcam according to the place you need: 

For Businesses: 

Host internal Video conferences, Client meetings, and Supplier calls through a USB webcam with great image and sound quality, to achieve the best results, some come with their own software so you can customise many features such as the focus, fps, light levels, resolution and in some cases even audio.

For education:

Ideal for distance learning situations where some students may not be able to attend class in person for example; University students studying overseas, webcams offer a great solution for teachers and students looking for a life like learning situation. 

For live video recording and streaming:

Capture, stream, and record video content with a USB webcam packed with the best features such as lighting, privacy, autofocus, high fps, 4k resolution, and unmatched image and sound.

Main advantages:

• Plug and Play installation: Technology that will allow you to connect to a PC without any prior configuration
• Exclusive camera filters and effects technology
• Easy to carry and adjustable for LCD screens or tripods
• Wide choice of angles adjustable to your preferences
• Adjustment of visual quality according to lighting conditions, as well as a wider field of view

If you still have questions after visiting our products on the USB webcams page, you can contact us by calling 0333 1233050 and we will advise you for free. We have immediate stock and delivery in 24 hours!

Portability

The devices are easily portable and you can quickly disconnect one from your computer and connect it to another computer including a desktop or laptop model. You can also attach a USB webcam to a USB hub and extend its distance from your computer and allow a wider field of view. This is ideal for when you need to capture a large panel of people during a video conference or you want the camera to capture your entire office during a meeting or other event. Just bear in mind you may lose quality in this instance.

Attachments and Quality

Most webcams come with a stand or hooks for placing the device on a flat surface or to attach it to a shelf, monitor, or another area. USB webcams also contain larger, adjustable lenses that result in better overall picture quality than built-in laptop webcams. A lot of webcams now, even smaller ones offer an Autofocus feature and almost all have Zoom functions. Smaller cameras utilise a Digital Zoom feature whereas more premium options have both Digital and Optical Zoom features giving you an amazing image making them ideal for video calls and streaming.

Webcam features and abilities

Your standard desk-based webcam is a good, simple camera, often with a built-in microphone. Recently updates have been made on these to incorporate Auto-Framing, Auto-Focus, and a degree of noise cancellation. 

With Teleworking and streaming becoming more common, more demands have been made of USB cameras so, we now see the above extra features and more reasons to look at these, better options to your standard built-in camera commonly found in Laptops

Compatibility and Availability

USB webcams are compatible with a variety of platforms including Windows, Mac, Linux, and some gaming systems like the Sony PlayStation. The webcams vary in price and are available from brick-and-mortar stores as well as online outlets, online auction websites, and directly from webcam manufacturers including Microsoft, Logitech, Yealink, Poly, Sennheiser, and many others.

Most smaller webcams operate exclusively via USB, some more premium options can also utilise HDMI.