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Black cylindrical webcam with manual focus ring, adjustable clip base and 1.5 m USB cable

CORN

Corn Electronics HD98 480p 12MP manual focus webcam

SKU CH-DDR1-BG0YJ MPN HD98

A 480p USB webcam with a 12 MP CMOS sensor, manual focus lens, 360° rotation, built-in noise-reducing microphone and driver-free plug-and-play operation

  • Interface typeUSB 2.0
  • Imaging sensorCMOS
  • Maximum image resolution640 × 480
  • Sensor resolution2.0 M
  • Capture resolution640 × 480
  • Product colorBlack
  • Clear calls up to 8 metres with built-in omnidirectional noise-reduction microphone
  • True-colour 480p video at 30 fps via CMOS sensor and five-layer glass lens
  • Manual focus by rotating the lens for precise sharpness control
  • 360° horizontal rotation plus vertical tilt on a multi-function base for flexible placement
  • Driver-free USB 2.0 plug-and-play compatibility with Windows XP through Windows 10

Ideal for basic video calls

The Corn Electronics HD98 is a USB 2.0 webcam built for desktop and laptop users who need a simple, driver-free camera for everyday conferencing. Its 2.0 megapixel CMOS sensor captures 640 x 480 video at 30 fps, and the built-in omnidirectional microphone picks up voice from up to 8 metres away with noise reduction. The compact black body weighs about 76.7 g and includes a 1.5 m cable.

Manual focus at 480p resolution

The single specification that decides fit is the fixed 640 x 480 video capture resolution combined with manual focus. You rotate the lens by hand to sharpen the image, which works well for a stationary user at a desk but cannot track movement or switch to higher definitions such as 720p or 1080p. If your meetings or streams require sharper detail or autofocus, this model will not meet that need.

Flexible mounting for desk or bracket

A multifunctional base lets the camera sit flat on a table or attach to a bracket, while the head rotates 360 degrees horizontally and tilts vertically. The five-layer glass lens reduces distortion and the driverless design works immediately on Windows XP through Windows 10. Buyers who need a wider field of view, integrated privacy cover, or USB 3.0 bandwidth should look elsewhere.

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Price $17.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 666 comparable items (median $50.99).

Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Imaging sensorCMOS
Maximum image resolution640 × 480
Sensor resolution2.0 M
Capture resolution640 × 480
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 2.0

Questions about this item

What does the 12 million pixel figure mean when I use the webcam for a video call?

The sensor has 12 million pixels, but video is captured at 640 x 480 resolution, so the extra pixels are used for image processing rather than higher video detail.

What does the USB 2.0 interface limit in practice?

USB 2.0 caps the video stream at 640 x 480 at 30 fps; higher resolutions or frame rates would need a faster connection.

How does the multifunctional base attach to a monitor or tripod?

The base sits on a desk and also includes a bracket mount, while the head rotates 360 degrees horizontally and tilts vertically for positioning.

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