Unfolded, the normal cautions apply to the exposed lens. Risky, but it was the last test performed.
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The C510 is sturdy when folded up, since there was only one for testing it didn't get the full stress test, but was dropped a couple times just to see if it bounced or broke. Of course, you could always just swivel it and fold it up and set it on the desk, instead of at the top of the laptop. Because of this, the camera is more likely to fall forward than back. The Z design relies on small rubber tabs on the lower parts to keep it from sliding off the laptop. The HD feature is a nice touch on the webcam, especially considering the price point (under $60.)Ī clip or snap design might have worked better, except the Z design works because of how it folds into itself for travel. Both options save storage space as well, by reducing the file size. While it does record in 720p HD, you can change the settings to record in a lower resolution or switch from widescreen to standard. It's like the commercials on television showing HD better than the picture you've got, but if you aren't viewing on an HD television then how can you tell? Same thing here. The first thing to keep in mind is that if you do not have an HD monitor or an HD anything to view the video on, then guess what? It's not HD. The one reviewed here is the middle of the set camera, the Logitech HD Webcam C510 with 720p Video and Swivel Design. Logitech decided it best to stay ahead of that curve, releasing a line of webcams featuring 720p HD Video. With Logitech already dominating the peripherals market, webcams are starting to see some competition coming from the built in cameras in some of the newer laptop computers.
Recently Logitech was kind enough to send GeekDad one of their new webcams from their current line for review.