Microsoft Modern Webcam with Privacy Shutter
- 1080p video with HDR
- 78 degree field of view
- Fixed focus 0.4 m to 1.5 m per bullets
- Privacy shutter with usage light
- Auto white balance, exposure compensation
- USB, needs a USB-C host per specs
- 3 year manufacturer warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tidy Full HD webcam for Teams and video meetings with HDR, a privacy shutter and updatable firmware. Focus is listed as both fixed and auto, and the specs call for a USB-C port.
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ASIN: B095DQJ3Z2Category: Webcams
Overview
A hybrid office worker gets a compact webcam that attaches to a monitor or laptop and records Full HD with HDR and automatic light correction. A privacy shutter and a usage light show when the camera is live.
HDR and automatic exposure keep faces clear against bright windows on work calls. Its focus range covers normal desk distance, but the listing contradicts itself on fixed versus auto focus.
Who it's for
Office and home workers on face-to-face calls get balanced exposure and a privacy cover. Streamers and creators who show objects up close need a higher-resolution autofocus camera.
Pros and cons
- HDR for backlit rooms
- Privacy shutter with indicator light
- Steady mount on monitors and laptops
- Focus listed as fixed and auto
- Needs a USB-C host per specs
- Full HD only
Performance notes
Picture quality relies on HDR and exposure compensation, which balance bright windows and dim rooms. A fixed focus range covers normal desk distance, so very close objects blur. Firmware updates can refine performance over time.
Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.42 x 1.99 x 2.94 inches |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible Devices | Host PC with USB-C inlet |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Focus Type | Fixed focus 0.4 m to 1.5 m (bullets); auto focus (specs) |
| Viewing Angle | 78 degrees |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic, HDR |
| BuiltIn Media | Webcam, USB cable, privacy cover, user manual |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
Frequently asked questions
How do I attach the Microsoft Modern Webcam?
It mounts on a monitor, laptop or desktop and connects over the included USB cable. The specs call for a host PC with a USB-C port.
Does the Microsoft Modern Webcam have autofocus?
The listing conflicts. The bullets say fixed focus covering 0.4 m to 1.5 m, while the specs say auto focus.
Does it have a privacy shutter?
Yes, with a usage indicator light.
Can the firmware be updated?
Yes. The firmware is updatable.