Logitech HD Webcam C270 (2010) vs Logitech HD Webcam C510
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| LogitechHD Webcam C270 (2010) | LogitechHD Webcam C510 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Video | ||
| Highest resolution | 720p (1280 × 720) at 30 fps | 720p (1280 × 720) |
| Highest frame rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Sensor | 1.2 MP | 2 MP |
| Field of view | 60° diagonal | 60° diagonal |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Sensor | 1.2 MP optical resolution; 3 MP software-enhanced still photos | 2 MP optical resolution; up to 8 MP software-enhanced still photos |
| Resolutions and frame rates | 720p at 30 fps widescreen video calls; Logitech's 2022 education sheet still specifies 60° for the consumer C270 | 720p recording and calls through Logitech Vid HD; Logitech documents 30 fps at VGA but does not give a 720p frame rate |
| Lens | Plastic lens with fixed focus and 60° field of view on the original; Logitech's later UK shop page specifies 55° for its current C270 | Plastic lens with fixed 60° diagonal field of view |
| Focus | Fixed focus | Fixed focus |
| Image features | RightLight 2 automatic light correction | RightLight 2 automatic light correction; software face tracking |
| Audio | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
| Microphones | Single noise-reducing microphone | Built-in noise-reducing microphone with RightSound |
| Connections and software | ||
| Connector | USB-A | USB-A |
| Connection | Attached USB-A cable, 1.5 m | Attached USB-A cable; USB 2.0 connection |
| Works with | – | Logitech Webcam Software 2.0 supported Windows XP, Vista and 7 at release |
| Software | – | Logitech Webcam Software and Vid HD for 720p calls; launch-era Skype calls ran at standard definition |
| Design | ||
| Privacy shutter | No | No |
| Mount | Adjustable universal clip for laptop and monitor edges; no tripod thread | Fold-and-go clip swivels 360° and can rest on a laptop, monitor or desk |
| Privacy | No privacy shutter | Folded body protects the lens in transit; no separate physical shutter |
| Cable | – | 1.5 m attached |
| In the box | – | Webcam, software, documentation and travel pouch |
| Size | 68.5 × 34.4 × 40.4 mm (width × height × depth) with clip; 75 g including clip and cable in Logitech's 2014 catalogue | – |
