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Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam vs Logitech C270 HD Webcam

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all judged against webcams at a similar price

The Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam scores 5.5/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech C270 HD Webcam at 4.7/10.

The Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam leads on picture quality and features and privacy.

The Logitech C270 HD Webcam leads on microphone.

They score the same on low light and compatibility and value.

The biggest difference is features and privacy, where the Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam scores 6/10 to the Logitech C270 HD Webcam's 3/10.

Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam

Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam

5.5/10verdict: good, not the best

The Logitech Brio 100 is for people who want a simple 1080p webcam for everyday video calls. It suits home workers and students who value plug-and-play setup and a physical privacy cover over extra features. Buyers who want autofocus, auto-framing or a strong built-in microphone should look at other options.

Typically about £25.49 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Logitech C270 HD Webcam

Logitech C270 HD Webcam

4.7/10verdict: skip

The Logitech C270 is for people who want a simple USB webcam for video calls and nothing more. It suits a desk where setup should take seconds and the microphone has to do the job without a headset. It is a weaker fit if you need a sharp image, a privacy shutter or any control over focus.

Typically about £19.99 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

CriterionWeightLogitech Brio 100 Full HD WebcamLogitech C270 HD Webcam
Picture quality30%6/104/10
Low light20%4/104/10
Features and privacy20%6/103/10
Microphone15%4/107/10
Compatibility and value15%7/107/10
Overall5.5/104.7/10

Specifications

SpecLogitech Brio 100 Full HD WebcamLogitech C270 HD Webcam
Resolution and frame rate1080p/30fps (1920x1080 pixels), plus 720p/30fps; 2MP camera720p at 30 fps
Field of view58° diagonal55° diagonal
Focus and framingFixed focusFixed focus
MicrophoneOmni-directional built-in mic, range up to 1m (3ft)Built-in mono, noise-reducing mic
Privacy shutterIntegrated privacy shutter (slide cover)None
ConnectionUSB-A plug-and-playUSB-A, plug-and-play, 1.5 m fixed cable

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam

  • + 1080p/30fps video that owners describe as clear
  • + Built-in slide privacy shutter
  • + USB-A plug-and-play with no software needed
  • − Fixed focus, no autofocus or auto-framing
  • − Owners report thin microphone quality
  • − Owners report grain in low light

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want autofocus or auto-framing
  • Anyone relying on the built-in mic for frequent calls
  • Linux users who need a confirmed UVC statement from the maker
Read the full Logitech Brio 100 Full HD Webcam review ›

Logitech C270 HD Webcam

  • + Easy setup and plug-and-play USB-A connection
  • + Owners praise voice clarity from the built-in mic
  • + Owners praise it for value for money
  • − 720p at 30 fps only, and owners report a soft image
  • − Fixed focus, no autofocus and no privacy shutter
  • − Colour shifts with room lighting; stand described as flimsy

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who wants a sharp 1080p picture for streaming or content work
  • Buyers who need autofocus, auto-framing or a built-in privacy shutter
  • Linux users who need confirmed support before buying
Read the full Logitech C270 HD Webcam review ›

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