Creative Live! Cam Sync 4K Webcam

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I can’t get enough of Creative and their latest releases as they tend to be just the kind of tech I’m looking for while also being some of the best at what they do. Their latest product to come my way is the Creative Live! Cam Sync 4K Webcam that’s a solid choice for any live streamers or those looking to step up their presentation on video conference calls.

First off, I love how small the Live Cam Sync 4K is, as I knew it was going to be a nice size when the package it came in fit perfectly in my small-sized mailbox. It’s small but not too tiny and I like how it’s on the wide side with a tiny led light in the upper left corner to let you know it has power, and two nicely lit lines on the front when the webcam is in use.

There’s also a handy lens cap you can use to close the webcam when done or when privacy is needed. You can also manually adjust the focus by turning the ring housing the lens which is a first for me, as I’m so used to fighting with standard webcam auto focusing that changes constantly depending on the lighting or darkness of your room, how close you are to it, and such. Speaking of which, thanks to this device featuring a Sony 4K UHD 8MP image sensor, it does a great job making sure you stay in focus once you set it.

As the name states, the maximum resolution is 4K at 25fps, but if you’re unable to output an image that high, you can easily switch to 1080p at 40fps. While 60fps would have been nice it still looks smooth and great all the same. One caveat: you can only record/output at 4K using software like OBS, but any video user worth their salt should already be familiar with that program (which is free) and use it like I did with this device.

I also like the fact this webcam is UVC (USB video class) compliant, which means you can easily plug it in and immediately use Skype, Zoom, and other video call services and programs that will instantly recognize the webcam without the need for any additional drivers.

As positioning settings go, there’s the standard flap/clip stand to easily mount this on top of your monitor, but there’s also a tripod port on the bottom that’s perfect for live streamers, and there’s some handy buttons on top of the webcam such as a backlight compensation one with seven settings you can cycle through, and a hard mute button to make sure you’re only heard when wanted.

This webcam also has a 95-degree field of view which is really nice, and the dual microphones on the front sound good but can be made better once you use the SmartComms Kit that’s part of the Creative App software, where it can eliminate background noise thanks to the NoiseClean-Out feature, and there’s a nice voice detect setting you can activate that will auto mute you when you’re not talking.

If you’re in the market for a great yet simple webcam for live streaming or to make your video conference calls better, the Creative Live! Cam Sync 4K Webcam has you covered. With semi-auto focusing, backlight compensation, dual mics with added options via the SmartComms Kit, and more it packs everything you need to guarantee your video needs are met and perfectly in sync – and at a great price to boot!