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Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam vs Logitech Brio 500

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against webcams at a similar price

The Logitech Brio 500 scores 6.8/10 overall, ahead of the Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam at 6.5/10.

The Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam leads on picture quality and compatibility and value.

The Logitech Brio 500 leads on low light, features and privacy and microphone.

Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam

Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam

6.5/10verdict: buy

The Anker PowerConf C200 is for people who take video calls from a desk and want a sharper image than 1080p. It suits those who value a physical privacy cover and a choice of field of view. It is not for anyone who needs 4K, auto-framing or a camera to cover a whole room.

Typically about £59.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Logitech Brio 500

Logitech Brio 500

6.8/10verdict: buy

The Logitech Brio 500 is for people who take regular video calls from a desk and want a webcam with a built-in privacy shutter and decent microphones. It suits home workers who care about low-light and backlit performance more than resolution. Buyers who need 4K or 60fps at 1080p should look at other cameras.

Typically about £79.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightAnker PowerConf C200 2K WebcamLogitech Brio 500
Picture quality30%7/106/10
Low light20%5/107/10
Features and privacy20%7/108/10
Microphone15%6/107/10
Compatibility and value15%7/106/10
Overall6.5/106.8/10

Specifications

SpecAnker PowerConf C200 2K WebcamLogitech Brio 500
Resolution and frame rate2K (2560 x 1440) at 30fps; 1080p and 720p also at 30fps1080p/30fps (1920x1080); 720p/60fps (1280x720)
Field of view65°, 78° or 95° diagonal, selected in softwareDiagonal 90°/78°/65°
Focus and framingAutofocus; under 0.5 seconds to focus; no auto-framingAutofocus
MicrophoneDual stereo microphones with AI noise cancellationDual noise reduction microphones
Privacy shutterIntegrated sliding privacy cover; does not mute the microphonesIntegrated privacy shutter
Connectionnot listedUSB-C, 1.5 m attached cable, plug-and-play

Strengths and weaknesses

Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam

  • + 2K at 30fps with sharp, accurate-looking image
  • + Sliding privacy cover owners find genuinely useful
  • + Driverless USB on Windows and macOS
  • − No auto-framing and no 4K
  • − Low-light results are disputed between reviewers
  • − Privacy cover does not mute the microphones

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need 4K or frame rates above 30fps
  • Anyone who wants auto-framing to keep them centred
  • People who regularly call in dim rooms and want dependable low-light results
Read the full Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam review ›

Logitech Brio 500

  • + Privacy shutter praised by owners as easy to use
  • + Low light and backlight handling praised over a C920
  • + Dual noise reduction mics with clear voice pickup
  • − Resolution tops out at 1080p, and 60fps only at 720p
  • − Auto-framing needs Logi Tune, which isn't on ChromeOS
  • − Adhesive mount complaints; one pad failed within weeks

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want 4K video or 60fps at 1080p
  • ChromeOS users who want auto-framing through Logi Tune
  • Anyone who doesn't want to rely on a double-sided adhesive mount
Read the full Logitech Brio 500 review ›

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