USB Camera 5MP Webcam 5-50mm 10X Variable Focus PC Camera 1944P USB Security Camera UVC CCTV Industrial Close-up Camera for Computer Plug and Play for Mac OS Windows Linux Raspberry Pi Camera

USB Camera 5MP Webcam 5-50mm 10X Variable Focus PC Camera 1944P USB Security Camera UVC CCTV Industrial Close-up Camera for Computer Plug and Play for Mac OS Windows Linux Raspberry Pi Camera

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Budget alternative streaming camera

4 out of 5 stars

Budget alternative streaming camera
This camera gives me a legit CHEAP option for live-streaming.I’ve gone through a range of camera options in the 2+ years I’ve produced a weekly live streamed show. Basic webcams don’t frame the shot the way I would like and are a pain to position, since they don’t zoom. I was disappointed by the limited image size I could use for streaming using my Nikon D5600 DSLR camera, but I LOVED that it had optical zoom so I could easily frame my shots precisely.I kept watching YT videos suggesting $1000 DSLR or Mirrorless cameras for streaming “on a budget”. Um… no. My budget is a fraction of that!Right as I was about to give up I saw this USB camera offered for review and immediately assumed that for this price, it would suck.Wow! I was so wrong.What I like:- the camera is small (body is a 1.5” cube) and light weight- it mounts on a standard 1/4-20 threaded screw, like on tripods and camera mounts.- it doesn’t need a battery or AC power. It gets power from the same USB cable that carries the video signal.- it is dead simple, with only 3x adjustments on the lens; focus, zoom, and brightness- the image fills the screen in my broadcast software (my Nikon does not)- the image is useable for my streaming broadcast at 720, or 480.- the color saturation is rich at 480 (last picture)- the price! I really had lost hope of finding a useable HD camera with optical zoom for under $100.- no setup was required. I plugged it into a USB port and my Win11 pc and streaming software detected it automaticallyWhat I don’t like:- At full 1080 my little miniPC can’t process the video fast enough and it drops frames and loses sync with my audio source.- the color is a bit washed out at 1080 and 720 (3rd picture)
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  • Jay W. Ammon

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    This camera works great with Android! (Not iOS or iPadOS | not iPhone or iPad). Needs an OTG cable.

    Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2022

    Color: 5-50mm Varifocal LensAmazon Vine Customer Review of Free Product( What’s this? )

    This device, along with an OTG cable, since the camera’s cable is USB-A (male) – LARGE USB plug, that is – it requires an adapter module | cable that will fit your Android device – any device will do, even the cheapest Android device – cellular service is not necessarily required, hopefully you can find one cheap, like I did. A consumer user’s tech-travels note – iOS and iPadOS do not do friendly support of obscure third-party USB-connected peripherals, that are of some sort of, umm… I guess – cutting edge, or abandonable, or unknown, or… just couldn’t be included in the code, for i-devices, since there’s so many possibilities – Apple has higher standards, or more stringent standards, I suppose, and Android is more open-source, so there’s more support, in this case, for this USB camera.

    The specs are great! For a miniature camera. What it is, essentially, is a varifocal (manual focus) 1-10x optical zoom, with adjustable aperture and fine focus, aside from the zoom feature. Comparatively, the Google Pixel 7 Pro has 30x optical zoom, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max has some form of similar camera telephoto lens capability, somewhat comparable to the Google Product, with its 30x optical zoom – this means that you could see something 30 feet away as if it were 1 foot away. With this manual varifocal lens camera, in this listing, you can reasonably see something 10 feet away, as if it were 1 foot away, by comparison.

    Check out the cool blur and abstract photo possibilities there are, though, with this notion of analog features, in manual camera capabilities – ported over in to a hybrid digital camera with analog dials about it – there are 3 dials to this camera, which I’ve noted, previously – zoom, aperture, and fine focus.

    The device, itself, seems pretty sturdy. The old-fashioned thick USB cable construction is thick and sure – not quite thin and flimsy, like we’d been getting used to, with our mobile devices. I’ve taken the camera out, with me, in mobile photography outing settings, and it works great, and it holds up – I’ve had it for several weeks, now. The device is essentially what people might “try” to do, in doing Raspberry Pi projects, yet, who really does Raspberry Pi all that well? It would be a scarce person to come across. That being the case, this device is one part similar, in that it’s just a modular USB external camera, yet it’s already built, soldered wiring, the construction is solid, and it stands up to the rigors of traveling around, and even bunching up the cable and camera, altogether, in to a mobile packing situation. It’s pretty tough, all in all, and it’s a perfect choice, for a mobile digital photographer enthusiast. It’s not the absolute finest photo that you’d get, but it does have these natural analog effect capabilities that standard mobile device users only get as app features within their mobile phone devices – having the dials as manual analog effects is a truly pleasing aesthetic to have, under the user’s control.

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    Jay W. Ammon

    5.0 out of 5 stars

    This camera works great with Android! (Not iOS or iPadOS | not iPhone or iPad). Needs an OTG cable.

    Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2022


    This device, along with an OTG cable, since the camera’s cable is USB-A (male) – LARGE USB plug, that is – it requires an adapter module | cable that will fit your Android device – any device will do, even the cheapest Android device – cellular service is not necessarily required, hopefully you can find one cheap, like I did. A consumer user’s tech-travels note – iOS and iPadOS do not do friendly support of obscure third-party USB-connected peripherals, that are of some sort of, umm… I guess – cutting edge, or abandonable, or unknown, or… just couldn’t be included in the code, for i-devices, since there’s so many possibilities – Apple has higher standards, or more stringent standards, I suppose, and Android is more open-source, so there’s more support, in this case, for this USB camera.

    The specs are great! For a miniature camera. What it is, essentially, is a varifocal (manual focus) 1-10x optical zoom, with adjustable aperture and fine focus, aside from the zoom feature. Comparatively, the Google Pixel 7 Pro has 30x optical zoom, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max has some form of similar camera telephoto lens capability, somewhat comparable to the Google Product, with its 30x optical zoom – this means that you could see something 30 feet away as if it were 1 foot away. With this manual varifocal lens camera, in this listing, you can reasonably see something 10 feet away, as if it were 1 foot away, by comparison.

    Check out the cool blur and abstract photo possibilities there are, though, with this notion of analog features, in manual camera capabilities – ported over in to a hybrid digital camera with analog dials about it – there are 3 dials to this camera, which I’ve noted, previously – zoom, aperture, and fine focus.

    The device, itself, seems pretty sturdy. The old-fashioned thick USB cable construction is thick and sure – not quite thin and flimsy, like we’d been getting used to, with our mobile devices. I’ve taken the camera out, with me, in mobile photography outing settings, and it works great, and it holds up – I’ve had it for several weeks, now. The device is essentially what people might “try” to do, in doing Raspberry Pi projects, yet, who really does Raspberry Pi all that well? It would be a scarce person to come across. That being the case, this device is one part similar, in that it’s just a modular USB external camera, yet it’s already built, soldered wiring, the construction is solid, and it stands up to the rigors of traveling around, and even bunching up the cable and camera, altogether, in to a mobile packing situation. It’s pretty tough, all in all, and it’s a perfect choice, for a mobile digital photographer enthusiast. It’s not the absolute finest photo that you’d get, but it does have these natural analog effect capabilities that standard mobile device users only get as app features within their mobile phone devices – having the dials as manual analog effects is a truly pleasing aesthetic to have, under the user’s control.

    Thanks for offering this item through Amazon Vine!

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  • Jesse James

    3.0 out of 5 stars

    Sturdy Build

    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2023

    Color: 5-50mm Varifocal LensAmazon Vine Customer Review of Free Product( What’s this? )

    Okay, so this thing isn't altogether terrible, it just isn't great for anything. I'll often try to figure out who the ideal buyer would be, for something I don't have use for, myself, and I can only think of one practical application for this, and it's kinda ridiculous. But, if you run around with your laptop as a vloggong cam, or things are always falling down or crashing around in your studio or office, and you don't think a regular-ol' webcam can stand up to the abuse, this might be the camera for you. I got it thinking I could use it as a second angle, or some kind of backup, and I've since found many better options up for those tasks, with better picture quality, so it just sits in the box, like a spare car part. I like that it's sturdy, but don't like that the power cord is fixed. And it just doesn't excell in anything to choose it over any other similarly priced option out there. So, it gets a generous "Meh" of three stars. *Shrugs

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  • Alex Cole

    2.0 out of 5 stars

    Big disappointment – maybe I got a lemon?

    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022

    Color: 5-50mm Varifocal LensAmazon Vine Customer Review of Free Product( What’s this? )

    This is the second of these type of webcams – or at least that's what I use them for – that I've ordered. I've used one in my home office for the last couple of years but decided to order one for my work office as well. While I loved the previous camera that I ordered, I have to admit that I'm disappointed with this model. The image quality is far inferior compared to the other camera – which uses a Sony sensor – and I quickly switched back to the no-name "4K" webcam that I was using previously. For the price, I can't recommend this camera; if you like the idea of using a DSLR-like webcam, I'd look elsewhere and ensure that the model you're looking at has a Sony sensor (there are several of these available on Amazon).

    THE GOOD:
    – Overall, the construction of the camera itself is solid – it feels well-built with an all-metal frame and easy-to-use setting rings around the body of the lens. While the cable isn't disconnectable from the camera body itself, the cable does include a connector that can shorten the cable coming from the body of the camera to ease installation. The cable is quite long and thick – it feels well-constructed. I'd certainly prefer a disconnectable data cable in the event of cable failure, but the cable feels solid and well-built.

    – The real advantage with this style of camera is the variety of adjustments that are available and essentially absent with most "consumer-grade" webcams. Manual focus, exposure adjustments, and zoom settings are all available, which provides a bit more flexibility for framing your webcam shots. This is both a plus and minus: assuming you're going to use the camera in the same setting and situation, this generally requires a few minutes of initial setup but, otherwise, you shouldn't have to make any other changes in the future. If you're planning on moving this camera around, though, prepare to go through this setup each time you move the camera. I wouldn't recommend getting a camera like this if you're planning to move your camera around or use it in multiple settings. Note that, unlike most consumer webcams, there's essentially NO image processing with this camera. if you have a significant change in your lighting, your image quality is going to suffer greatly. Autofocus? – nope. For my use case this is totally fine – even preferred – but something to be aware of if you've never used a camera like this before.

    – Everything is packaged nicely in the included box. You don't get much in the way of accessories or instructions, but everything arrived safely and undamaged.

    THE MEH:
    – I knew this going in as I have a very similar camera, but something to be aware of: you WILL need some kind of mounting solution to use this camera, assuming you're using it as a webcam. There's no tripod, stand, etc. included with the camera, so without a mount, it'll be essentially unusable. The camera uses a standard 1/4" mounting screw. If you don't have a tripod handy, Neewer sells a nice desk-mounted telescoping stand with a ball mount and 1/4" mounting screw that works perfectly for mounting the camera to your desk for about $30 on Amazon.

    – Another thing to be aware of: these cameras are typically solid in two configurations with the primary difference being differences in the focal length. For typical webcam use case, you will almost certainly want to go with the wider lens – in the case of this model, the 2.8-12mm option. I went with the 5-50mm option and at a typical distance from my monitor, the shortest focal length ("lowest zoom") results in a very zoomed-in look. It's usable but looks bizarre. If you're planning to set the camera up at a longer-than-usual distance from your sitting area, the 5-50mm option may be a better choice.

    THE BAD:
    – My main complaint about this camera is that the image quality is just bad. The camera is advertised as providing a "1944P" image – I have no idea what that means – but in my use case the image was extremely grainy and loaded with noise. The similar model camera that I have with a Sony sensor provides a FAR superior quality image. I'm not sure if I got a lemon or if the sensor used in this model sucks, but the quality is so poor that I switched back to my previous camera. YMMV, but I'd recommend going with a different camera with a Sony sensor, many of which are available on Amazon.

    For $74, I'm disappointed with this camera. The image quality is far worse than several other "consumer-grade" webcams that are a fraction of the price. I like this type of webcam, but this model fails to deliver – look elsewhere!

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3" / 7 cm
5-50mm Telephoto Manual Focus Lens: 5 megapixels full HD 5-50mm 10X optical zoom lens USB camera with simple zoom and manual focus functions. You can focus on close-up or wide-angle distant shots, and enjoy high-definition capture from different perspectives. Manual adjustment of focal length, focus, and exposure give you creative control.
Ultra-High-Definition Resolution: This USB camera uses a 1944P 1/2.5 Aptina MI5100 image sensor, with clear and accurate images and precise color reproduction, maintaining the purity and high color saturation of the images. Maximum resolution: 2592×1944 @ 15fps / 1280×720 @ 30fps.
Frame Rate: 2592×1944 @ 15fps MJPEG / 2048×1536 @ 15fps MJPEG, 1600×1200 @ 15fps MJPEG / 1280×1024 @ 15fps MJPEG, fast transmission available for MJPEG and YUY2 formats. The Aptina MI5100 USB camera is perfect for industrial-grade video systems.
Compatible with Most Systems: 5MP USB network camera, widely used in 3D scanners, VR cameras, electronic microscopes, medical machinery, automatic image capture systems, and various small cameras for machine vision. Suitable for Skype, OBS, Zoom, GoToMeeting, Facebook LIVE, and YouTube live streaming services.
Plug and Play Free Driver: USB camera with UVC compatible, simply connect the camera to a PC, laptop, Android device or Raspberry Pi, without the need to install additional drivers. High-speed OTG USB 2.0 data transmission, low bandwidth occupation, greatly improving work efficiency.

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