How much are you particular about the camera for telework? If you are mainly using notebook PCs, you probably probably have a PC with a built -in PC, but if you are using a desktop PC like I am.It is essential to purchase the so -called "web camera".
I have already bought three web cameras after the Corona problem, because I have a commitment or no moderation, but now I am using "Cisco Webex Desk Camera".This product was released in May this year by Cisco Systems, known for business network equipment.
I would like to talk about this product from the price first.The price was 20,000 yen! I thought it was a sales channel limited to corporations, and it was easy to order on Amazon, and at the time of writing this article, it was 22,275 yen.For example, Logitech has a wide range of models from entry to high end, but it is a minority that exceeds 10,000 yen.
However, it can be said that Cisco Webex Desk Camera has the specifications that match it.
Built -in microphone, autofocus, of course, compatible with 4K video shooting (whether it can be remote meetings at that resolution).The camera itself has a USB Type-C port, so it is more flexible to connect than the product directly out of the cable.
Slide shutters for physically covering the lens when unused are quite useful, and the stand is attached to both the upper part of the PC monitor and the tripod installation, making it easy to adjust the angle.There is also a screw hole for attaching it to the tripod on hand.
スライドシャッターを閉じたところケーブルは直出し式ではなく、USB Type-Cコネクターでの接続こちらは4K撮影のスクリーンショットBy the way, it is a product with a Cisco video conference product brand "WebEX", but it can be used without any problems with ZOOM and Google Meet.
このとおり、Webex以外のビデオ会議サービスでも使えますIn addition to these functions, the most important thing when I purchased was actually compatible with "Windows Hello".
Windows Hello is a mechanism that can safely log in to Windows using face recognition and fingerprint.If you are using Microsoft Surface, Cisco Webex Desk Camera works as a familiar "face authentication camera".
The inexpensive Windows Hello -compatible web camera was a decisive factor because the balance around that area was high -dimensional because the resolution was not compatible and the resolution was full HD.
When the camera connection is completed, the "Sign -in Options" on the setting screen of Windows 10 will be set related to face authentication.The setting work itself is easy, just staring the camera for a few seconds according to the instructions on the screen.To be honest, I think it is easier than registration for fingerprint authentication of smartphone.
The direct advantage of logging in to Windows with face authentication may be enough to save the trouble of entering a four -digit or password.However, if you use it once, it will be a mess on its comfort.Somehow, once you use an auto -charge -compatible IC card at the ticket gate at the station, do you feel like you don't want to return anymore?
Windows 10の設定画面。「Windows Hello 顔認証」がキッチリONになっています顔認証実行中は、赤色LEDが素早く点滅。なおスライドシャッターを閉じた状態では、顔認証が実行されないので注意Cisco Webex Desk Camera itself can be easily set up with driverless (UVC compatible), but dedicated support software is released on the official website.
専用のサポートソフト。ファームウェア更新なども行なえますFrom this software, the shooting angle of view can be adjusted from 4 steps of 65/70/75/81, and the set value is inherited as it is when using other video conferences such as ZOOM and Skype.In addition, if the "Best Overve" function is turned on, there is also a function that automatically shifts the shooting viewpoint according to the face position, instead of disabling angle of view or 4K shooting.
画角の比較。こちらは、最も広角な81度対して最も狭い65度。もちろん座り位置などは変えていませんが、それでも頭頂が切れてしまいました。だいぶ印象が変わってきますThis dedicated software is also required to update the firmware of the camera.It has been about 4 months since I purchased it, but since the firmware/software has been updated several times, there may be some functional evolution in the future.
This is a recommended product for those who want an unprecedented web camera experience, including these points.Thanksgiving, Christmas, and I hope it will be a little cheaper on sale.