Logitech HD Webcam C525, Portable HD 720p Video Calling with Autofocus

by Logitech

• Fluid 720p HD video recording and video calling in 16:9 widescreen, and dazzling 8 MP photos
• Ultra-smooth Autofocus, Auto light correction for dim and harsh lighting, and high-quality built-in noise-cancelling mic
• 360-degree full motion rotational camera & fold-and-go portability
• One-click upload to Facebook and YouTube
• Works with Logitech Vid HD, Skype, Yahoo Messenger, Microsoft Live Messenger

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 3 x 6 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004WO8HQ4
• Item model number: 960-000715
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (282 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #4 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Webcams
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 20, 2011

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Features

---

Hi-Def Yourself. Logitech HD Webcam C525 Say it bigger. Say it better. High definition 720p video calls in widescreen, autofocus, and a fold-and-go design for amazing picture quality anywhere. Self-expression knows no bounds. It's not just about video calls anymore. Video chat, blog, stream, share, rant, rap, sing and dance with ease. Upload your videos to Facebook and YouTube in just one click. Plus, it works seamlessly with all your favorite applications. The term 'webcam' doesn't quite do it justice. HD Webcam C525 Noteworthy Features •  Fluid widescreen HD 720p video calls and recording •  Ultra-smooth autofocus •  Dazzling 8 MP photos •  1-click video upload to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube •  360° camera rotation lets you shoot at any angle •  Portable fold-and-go design •  Easy HD video calling on Logitech Vid HD and most major IM apps •  Built-in premium noise-cancelling mic

---

Enlarge Get closer with HD 720p widescreen and autofocus The most fluid HD calls and recordings with more video frames per second than other HD webcams Ultra-smooth autofocus for razor sharp video calls even in extreme close-ups Call on your favorite IM or included Logitech Vid HD Learn more Enlarge 1-click uploads to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube Upload your HD video clips with just one click Polish them on the spot with included Magix video and photo editor Learn more Enlarge 360-degree shooting on the go Full-swivel rotational camera makes calling and recording easier at any angle Compact fold-and-go design slips easily into your bag and keeps your webcam protected

Dazzling 8MP pics Send pro-quality high-resolution snapshots to friends and family Auto Light Correction adjusts for dim and harsh lighting so your photos and videos look natural and shadow-free Logitech Fluid Crystal Technology Now it's in every Logitech webcam, giving you: Smoother video motion, without annoying choppiness, in real-world conditions Sharper video with more true-to-life detail Richer, more natural colors Clearer sound Learn more

Compatibility

---

Package contents Webcam with 5-foot cable Logitech webcam software with Logitech Vid HD User documentation 2-years limited hardware warranty

Works with Windows XP (SP2 or higher), Windows Vista or Windows 7 or (32-bit or 64-bit) Basic requirements: 1 GHz 512 MB RAM or more 200 MB hard drive space Internet connection USB 1.1 port (2.0 recommended)

For HD 720p video calling and recording on Logitech Vid HD and HD video sharing on Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: 2.4 Intel GHz Core 2 Duo 2 GB RAM 200 MB hard drive space USB 2.0 port 1 Mbps upload speed or higher 1280 X 720 screen resolution For other video-calling clients, please check the recommended requirements.

Compare

---

Which Logitech HD Webcam is right for you?

Good Better Best
What to look for	Webcam C270	HD Webcam C310	HD Webcam C525	Webcam C905	HD Webcam C615	QuickCam Orbit AF	HD Pro Webcam C910
Video + Photo Quality
HD resolution	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	HD 720p	Full HD 1080p
16:9 widescreen
Photo resolution	3MP	5MP	8MP	8MP	8MP	8MP	10MP
Focus type	Always focused*	Always focused*	Premium Autofocus	Premium Autofocus	Premium Autofocus	Premium Autofocus	Premium Autofocus
Lens type	Plastic lens	Plastic lens	Plastic lens	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens	Premium glass lens	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens with motorized pan and tilt	High-precision Carl Zeiss glass lens
Auto light correction
Audio Quality
Built-in mic with noise cancellation							Dual mics for stereo audio
Special Features
1-click video upload to YouTube and Facebook
Video effects		Standard	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
360-degree rotational camera
Portable design				Fold-and-go webcam	Fold-and-go tripod-ready webcam
Face Tracking
Compatibility
Windows XP, Vista, 7
Mac OS X 10.5 or higher

*40 cm and beyond

Product Description

The Logitech HD Webcam C525. For portable HD video calling and recording-with autofocus. Enjoy smooth HD 720p video calls on your favorite IM or Logitech Vid HD. One-click Facebook, Twitter and YouTube uploading.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

186 of 208 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars high quality and tons of fun June 26, 2011

By beckygardens TOP 50 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Amazon Vine™ Review (What's this?)

Length: 5:16 Mins

The logitech HD webcam c525 is a great quality webcam at a very affordable price. I have enjoyed using it, learning the different features, and playing around with options. The webcam is very easy to use, plug it in, hang the camera on your Monitor and have fun! Highly recommended.

*edited to add, I've been having a lot of fun with my webcam, making videos and spamming friends and family:) The controls are easy to use and adjust. We actually did send my mom the other camera, and my son walked her through it. I was right, it was so easy even she could use it! We are now on Skype and the quality for what we want, being able to talk "face to face" is great.

Any out of focus issues are mine, later video shot with the webcam are much better but I wanted to do my first impression video, warts and all, to give a good sample of someone totally non-tech using and enjoying the webcam.

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Favorable Initial Reaction--An Affordable And Intuitive Unit For Everyday Chatting Needs June 29, 2011

By K. Harris HALL OF FAMETOP 10 REVIEWER

Amazon Vine™ Review (What's this?)

Like other reviews previously posted, I also received this item through the Amazon Vine program. I was setting up to do a video review when I noticed that there is already one good technical video review on the page and one very good more practical review. Thus, I decided to do something a bit different. Having just received the webcam and still being in the honeymoon stage with it, I decided to come back after several months of usage with the video review of a more long term user. Sometimes our initial impressions give way to harsher realities after a product has been put to a more grueling test! So let's see how this holds up to the scrutiny of everyday use over time.

I have never owned a stand-alone webcam, so this is my first. But my laptop does have a built-in unit which I have played around with a bit. While picture clarity and ease of function are both good on this device, it has limited versatility as it is fastened to my laptop in a stationary position. The Logitech HD Webcam C525, Portable HD 720p Video Calling with Autofocus was installed on my desktop computer. The unit itself has complete portability and has much more versatility. It does have an adjustable tension clip, but we can't quite get it hooked onto our flatscreen monitor with any precision so we keep it adjacent to the screen for during non-chat times.

Initial reaction:

Ease of Installation: Even if you lack technical savvy, this device is a breeze to install. Just use the provided CD, and you'll literally be going in a few minutes assuming you can follow simple on-screen instructions.

Intuitive: I never read instruction manuals--I like to play with my new toys. Here, the Logitech webcam again exceeds expectations.... It is completely intuitive to use, gives you appropriate prompts and gets you on target instantly. Anything that you need to know can be easily figured out during initial usage. You don't have to be particularly smart (whew!) or computer literate, this is an easy camera to use.

Autofocus: So far, this seems like a good feature. Definitely does a good job if your primary goal is in chatting. It's less detailed, as you might imagine, if you're trying to display more intricate items--but it works great for my fat head!

Picture Clarity: As I mentioned, I'm no expert in comparing this to other choices available on the marketplace. I haven't done the comparison shopping to make a valid point here, but for standard chatting use--I see no reason why this wouldn't be perfectly clear and acceptable to any home user.

Price: The Logitech HD Webcam C525 certainly fits comfortably in the mid-range price level of webcams. As such, my initial impressions of the item are extremely favorable. Seems to be quite adept, with strong performance abilities, for a moderate retail price tag.

Again, I will revisit this review in several months to see where we stand after some time has gone by. At about 4 1/2 stars during this phase, let's hope that can hold up or improve. But I'm quite pleased with what I've seen so far. Seems like it would be a perfect unit for homes needing a easy-to-use and affordable webcam. KGHarris, 6/11. Read more ›

38 of 45 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Poor Image Quality compared to C510 March 30, 2012

By Pedro

After borrowing a friends Logitech C510, I decided to buy the C525 since it came with the auto-focus feature. However, I was extremely disappointed upon finding that when not using the auto-focus feature, the C525 has much worse image quality than the C510, i.e. the image appears fuzzy and out of focus. 'Focusing' in simply makes the image even fuzzier. Since I don't plan on using the auto-focus feature much anyway, I'd just as soon buy the C510. Logitech made this model with more features but with worse quality than the C510 predecessor.

34 of 43 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed at the software September 2, 2011

By N. Timosheva

Amazon Verified Purchase

I just got it today. Installation was breeze.
But it could not update by itself even after selecting the option (simply told my software was up to date). I had to manually update and quickly click the 'install when ready' kind of button before download was complete (otherwise it was downloading a lot and without installing just told again that the software was up to date).
It looks like the users have been asking for image flip option in the software for years and the company does not seem to be interested. From what I read in their support forum they seem to think it is not done (I am currently using a software in work place that can do any flips of live feed under same XP, but not 90 degree rotation which some users asked for). Also, it seems that this option was there in some of their older sofware and not there anymore.
I find it very inconvenient to remove and attach/adjust each time I close the laptop. I cannot attach it to the top of my computer table (just above the screen) because of the software problem. I attached upside at the top and then only found this problem (I did not think it is a big deal to flip). I will have to do some carptenter work to keep it above (hi-tech forces us not to forget low tech!).
I took some high resolution images and they were not good (the medium resolution photos were clean and the high resolution photos were dirty with too many spots all over)! So, I am going to stick with VGA quality.
I have not yet used videochat, though skype recognized and tested fine.
*****
ADDITION: I just found that ManyCam (a free software) can rotate/flip live stream, including 90 degrees left or right! I think I don't need the LogiTech software as long as the ManyCam is there (then I will need the carpentry and LogiTech!)....
I have just fixed the webcam with velcro and so I can remove it easily.
ManyCam worked fine with Skype (with this upside down installation).
*****
Clarification:
I have not listed the Pros because that is done in the product description or specifications. Since they don't list the Cons(!), I wrote only that missing points.
My selection of this product was based on autofocus, 360 rotation, semi-HD (I call 720p as semi-HD and 1080p as full-HD) and to a lesser extent, compact folding. Read more ›

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Star Webcam, Mac Software is Limited as Usual January 16, 2013

By R Pen

Amazon Verified Purchase

I haven't used this beyond a day and I normally wait awhile to write a review but I wanted to get this up here now since there seems to be some confusion about this working with Mac Computers. This camera works without the driver automatically within the apps of Skype and Facetime if you select the C525 cam and mic in the Preferences of those programs. But what you really want to do is go online and download a driver since with it the quality isn't that good as most of that is managed by the driver. Even though the C525 doesn't have a driver download on it's product page, the drivers for Logitech's webcams are interchangeable so you can go to [...] then click on Webcams, then click on the model HD Webcam C615, select your Mac OS operating system and download the driver.

Once it downloads you just double click it open, install, and double click the App Logitech Icon and you will see the light come on the camera. You can record from the software that will display once this app is open then import it into iMovie and edit as usual. Unfortunately you can't select this camera for recording directly with iMovie but I don't mind the extra step. I believe if you were using this camera with a PC you would have a lot more options to use within the logitech software such as uploading directly to YouTube and other recording adjustments so I hope that logitech will be updating the Mac software soon but with the limits to Mac options at this price point this camera is worth it.... If your computer screen is on while shooting then you will definitely be lit enough for things like Skype and Facetime but if you are shooting something for YouTube and you want a more natural light I dim the computer screen down half way to get rid of the blue cast on the wall behind me and use a few daylight lamps and it turns out great. With the options out now I love this new camera since...

- It is definitely a better quality pic at 720dpi
- Doesn't lag
- Voice and picture sync well
- Fold's up nicely to travel in my bag
- Sound is great for a Webcam Mic and I think a bit better than the Macbook Pro Mich
- You can choose which Mic to use as you record with the Logitech recording software so if I want to use a different Mic I can
- Best inexpensive Webcam out there in my opinion for Mac users right now

Hope this review clears things up and helps people get their cameras working with Macs :) Read more ›