This is Probably the Last Webcam You'll Ever Need - Insta360 Link Review

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I'll be honest, when I think back to the start of this year, I didn't think that there would come a point where I'd be getting excited about a webcam. Yet, here we are. The Link by Insta360 aims to replace all other webcams - but can it? Find out in this video.
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Chapters;
0:00 - Intro
1:22 - Tech Specs & Unboxing
3:30 - The Features
6:36 - How does it perform?

[@davidyule3605]

That’s quite an amazing piece of tech. It’s out of my price range, but I can easily see where this camera would be very helpful for those who need to be on camera for their work. I learn a lot about my computer and phone from you. Thank you!

[@jeffgarcia1587]

As the saying goes, "Price is only an issue in the absence of value". I would agree that the average casual video chatter would have a hard time justifying spending this much on a webcam, but as a virtual trainer I have found this awesome piece of hardware invaluable! The low light performance and clarity is second to none. The AI tracking gives me options I didn't have before. I second everything you shared in the review.

[@ELMS]

Consistently excellent content and presentation. No wonder you’ve reached 100k subscribers 🎉 . Keep on growing!

[@lindanelson5499]

Thank you for a very detailed review of an interesting webcam. AI is fascinating-in this form. My husband is a professor teaches online, sitting in one position for hours (with a bad back.). This would allow him to get up and move around and still keep lecturing. Keep up the great work (and thanks for your “honesty” I appreciate that :)

[@TheFlamingGamerYT]

I’m looking to buy this webcam someday. I have the Logitech C920, and when I tested it out, it looked nice. Though after seeing this and how the insta360 link performed, I’m gonna look into upgrading to that webcam. I love that the image quality looks great, and how it can move and look around your area/workspace. It’ll definitely be a fun thing for me to have, especially with its desktop mode. Thanks for this dude, I’m gonna be having a lot of fun using this webcam when I buy it!

[@ololadeagboola]

congrats on 100k 🎊

[@martialenlightenment4994]

Just bought one of these for my upcoming online learning projects. I'm very excited to push this bad boy's boundaries.

[@CaliAndrew18]

Good work PHT. Thorough breakdown. I agree with your first comment; most webcams suck! Thanks for the tips.

[@mltnetwork]

This is good and very informative...thank you...I did purchase!! Have a great day!!

[@ProperHonestTech]

That's great - hope the webcam works out well for you, I still use mine often.

[@labrow]

Great, clear review.

[@jasonnelson6134]

Great review video. What is the microphone you use for your videos?

[@garyveselka499]

Thanks for the great overview....purchased one today as my Brio was not compatible with the new MacBook Air M2. Sigh. Looking forward to my first vid call. Spot on with the set up. Plug and play with the download of the controller software. Note that the controller software has a firmware update option. =o)

[@pluckerpick]

Good review, I am still sitting on the fence. Do I go with the Insta or get an entry level blogging camera like the Sony ZV1-F. I use my Logitech 920 to create KZbin and Facebook video's mixed in OBS. I am looking to step up the Video quality. The Circa £300.00 for the Insta and £550.00 for the Sony ZF1-F. For the extra £250.00 I get a fully functional Camera. However, I hear I would need a HDMI / USB interface device as the Sony only streams in 720P - Any advice would be appreciated.

[@ibrahimhakkistan4079]

of course, I would like to buy, I'm thinking of opening a publication and I'm doing research, but unfortunately, since we're in Turkey, there are high costs along with taxes. but I have a plan to get it, of course, it was great in your telling, thank you

[@CarlMims]

What camera and setup do you record your KZbin videos on? You have a great setup and overall look, very professional and you do a great job as talent.

[@bradleybiederer8796]

I would really appreciate a lower tiered model with just the lens and sensor system, sans gimbal. The gimbal just seems like overkill for most uses but the image quality is fantastic

[@alexxander6584]

Hi, will this insta360 Link camera work for an iPadPro landscape camera? Do they have an iOS app to control the gestures?

[@rikachiu]

Thanks for the great review. How does this camera behave with more than 1 person in the field of view? Like 2-3 people. I am looking for a solution for our offices where a couple of people can engage in small conference calls. Other solutions have terrible image quality. Thank you.

[@derbittalk]

can you tell more about background noise cancellation (built in mic)? How the built in mic handles the outdoor noise?

[@delcanvideoproductions4895]

I bought one of these at the end of August and it's brilliant. Thanks for your excellent review. TIP : I have attached it to the end of a 30cm thin aluminium bar which is fixed to a small ball joint on a clamp which grips the side bezel of my monitor. I can then swing this out at right angles to the monitor to do overheads and back to the face of the monitor for my on-camera speaking shots. Endless possibilities. By the way, I think you could have demonstrated the whiteboard feature by attaching the L stickers to a wall or door. I don't think the camera's AI is is intelligent enough to know that it is not a real whiteboard ! Thanks again for your well presented review..

[@davidzolnier1546]

Would love to see what you did as my monitor is too big to often feel like the webcam on top of it sits at the proper angle.

[@VirtualPianoStudio]

I’m assuming you are using a DSLR for your primary camera work on this video. What model? The picture-color is incredible. I’m trying to get to that level. Replacing the Lumina with the Instalink this weekend and will see what those results are.

[@ChrisJohnsonCJs-Kitchen]

I'm not sure I want to invest quite that much in a webcam, but I'm definitely interested in this one. I'm a streamer and I use a webcam as a 2nd camera so my viewer can enjoy seeing my cat. That follow feature seems purrfect for following her around as she interferes with my gaming. ;) Thanks for the review!

[@ProperHonestTech]

😂 I see what you did there...

[@ChrisJohnsonCJs-Kitchen]

@@ProperHonestTech 🤣

[@fullmoon3077]

1) Does Insta 360 link "track" the full body / any object instead of just the face? 2) Does the tracking and saved focus position 1, position 2, and position 3 in the insta360-app work during the i) Zoom/skype call and ii) KZbin live? I teach yoga-fitness and need to switch focus between different positions standing, sitting, and sleeping. I am missing a remote similar to OBS-BOT.

[@hannahg8953]

Hey how do I get my full body in but at a close range? I have one but seems impossible unless I'm further away

[@djdannybhtx]

Usb c to usb a, is that 3.0 A adapter?

[@komvuxikt-pedagog7656]

Does the AI-features (whiteboard, auto track) work in Teams-meetings?

[@OzzieTech]

Mine is waiting for me to collect from the local post office ( im never home when they try to deliver ) can not wait to get hold of it. Yes its not cheap but when you factor is what it can do its not so costly.

[@samuelswords]

Great review. However, I really don't like the sound of this camera. I need great sound. I immediately noticed you were not using the mics of this camera for the review. That was an immediate tip off. When you switched to the camera review the sound was not good (Distant, tinny, echoey) and then you switched back to your pro sounding mic for the review. So - it looks to me as if I need a different mic set up. I don't want a wire, or wireless. I'l like something that sets up on the computer like the camera does that gives me great sound without a wire or having to clip a mic on me. Will a separate mic work with this or is the built in camera mic the only option when using this camera? Suggestions?

[@Stormbrise]

What about my key pounding husband and the noise cancelling? I do have a newer Logitech webcams then you do. The highest rated May 2021 when I bought it for my husbands 45th birthday. Thanks for the informative review. I will put it on my wish list, since I want to get into beading tutorials for fellow tribal members so top down, light, the funky island counter/table that iKEA sells….

[@JasonActualization]

If I audio sync with a clap, footage from my Insta360 Link, and the audio from my audio interface, both recorded in OBS, why after an hour of straight recording, does the audio lag behind by an entire second?

[@TheUberSchattenjager]

Just seeing this - curious if you still think this is a better option than using the iPhone and continuity camera?

[@mkizzzo]

Can you clamp to the side of your monitor and maintain landscape mode?

[@sharmahw]

Hi, I got Insta360 Link webcam, Installed and updated the firmware. I made some changes to the image settings and have Preset tuned on. On 1st Tab there are preset 1 and I added Preset 2. When I go to Teams and Zoom calls it falls back to Preset 1. I did select Preset2. Does the webcam save the settings upon exit? I hope I don't have to do it everytime.

[@50freecalls]

Great video! I was wondering if you could recommend a web cam that I could attach to a TV in a board room. Is that even a thing? Thanks again. Tim.

[@babysello731]

I have Sony Bravia with the cam from Sony too

[@sdstreiker]

Love mine.

[@malenky4057]

I have a big question. How is this webcam out of the box without using their software? The use case is on a work laptop that restricts what can be installed.

[@RefractArt]

Ever noticed how hot this webcam runs? It literally burns you if you touch it while using it.

[@sheenamangulabao6092]

lol that's right

[@Shipwrckdntweetin]

Great coverage. Any thoughts (Anyone) on the Insta360 Link vs Elgato Facecam? Thx for sharing this great content with us.

[@SL1CKSHOT.]

Much better than the facecam, but now there is a facecam pro which is really good

[@angglethoc01]

looks nice but seems like The HDR mode doesn't always handle different lighting conditions well. It's hit or miss

[@dorisboka8140]

where and how do you position your webcam? It looks like you're looking right at me.

[@remektekmedia6641]

Love the camera, but I think the Link's mics suck big time. Sound tinny. I much prefer the RØDE NT USB Mini on an arm. What is the video LATENCY on the Link??? I.e. if I use another mic, will the image lag behind noticeably?

[@indi2174]

Can we turn off / stop any or all of the settings Because if 5 people # symbolizing a crowd of people raises their hand .. can you tell me who will it then follow??

[@LeighWilbraham]

What about the audio sync issues?

[@raul.yg1]

What is your original camera you use for videos ?

[@bySterling]

This is too notch! I hope the sales blow up$

[@TomScryleus]

a bit overkill for a webcam to be honest. but I think this is an interesting solution for vlogging from computer.

[@mentally.retired]

What shotgun mic are you using? I was thinking of getting one but wasn't sure how well it would work after watching reviews. You sound great, though!

[@ProperHonestTech]

I use the Sennheiser MKE600. It isn't the cheapest, but I find it produces the kind of results I want for my videos.

[@lowerorchard]

Would’ve been better if the optional tripod could’ve included a battery to power the camera and gimbal when detached from the USB lead. Pop in a micro SD card and you’ve got an Osmo Pocket alternative. As a tethered webcam only, it’s way too expensive.

[@brentbeatty4171]

Does this work with a curved monitor?

[@lindanelson5499]

Thanks for a great review. AI is scary and helpful (in this instance.) My husband is a professor and teaches online for hours at a time. The tracking feature might allow him to get up and continue to lecture, giving his back a break from sitting. I love learning about new tech. Keep up the good work, (with “honesty”.) I really appreciate that.

[@michaelp3093]

One of the biggest issues that I will stay away from the Insta360 (and no one on KZbin has ever mentioned) is the privacy concern: the camera pings Chinese Domain 1K Per Day. Also their software has shady privacy agreement that I don't think we should take the risk. This is confirmed by our IT with the same finding from one of their Amazon reviews: "my corporate IT security team which made me immediately cease and desist the use of the Instalink360 webcam because the software sends information to a Chinese owned Domain Name Service (DNS). My network security team flagged the device because it was flooding my companies firewall logs with over 1,000 DNS calls with in a 24 hour period."

[@OllyKilo]

Is this good for vlogging?

[@davidsally_pizzatony]

I’ve got the Logitech and don’t see enough to justify an upgrade, given the fact I just sit still 👍 and if I’m honest sometimes fall asleep (true story)…😂 Any chance we could get a wake up mode, for me not the camera😉 oops, great review though

[@CookingWithTheCarrolls]

Is there a way to connect insta360 to an HDMI port like a ATEM camera switcher?

[@ProperHonestTech]

Not directly, as far as I’m aware. You’d have to connect it to a computer, and connect the computer to the ATEM switcher I believe.

[@CookingWithTheCarrolls]

@@ProperHonestTech thanks for the reply

[@cmdrbozo]

I do a lot of Zoom talks/lectures on a full screen setup with a curved 38" monitor. For me having eye-to-eye contact with the audience is important Your setup achieves this very well. What is it? I tried a clear plastic camera mount centered on the screen but my webcam was distractingly large. So I got a 1080p CenterCam which was originally a Kickstarter. I also use a wired mic. BTW, appreciate the good quality of your audio. So I would not consider getting another webcam currently. Keep up the great iPhone videos. Sent my wife a link to one of yours and even she was impressed 👍

[@Dr__Dee__]

Will this camera be helpful in a school setting? If I record a professor in a lecture hall, will this stay focus at the large power point presentation in a college lecture hall!? Can it record for over 3 hrs? What is the record time? Can I record for 5 to 6 hrs continuous?? I would really appreciate your input.

[@ProperHonestTech]

Those are very specific questions, and having not tested the camera in this way, I can't give answers backed up by my own experience. The camera doesn't store footage internally, it connects to your computer, so in theory, it can store as much footage as the computer it is connected to can fit before running out of space. Yes, it should retain focus on whatever you point it at.

[@garfish63]

How does it cope with people sitting around a table eg a meeting with some people on zoom?

[@alyanabeltejar4538]

just bought it

[@NeryDramahood-xg3vd]

does it track my body instead of face?? for now I just prefer to use my webcam..

[@Extrabitz]

im here looking for usb zoom cam, for my 3d printing.

[@JEFF_IN_OHIO]

The first Sentence should have Been the price....though I think its a good review and a decent price for the technology, Many arent going to feel the same.

[@edwardshumate8266]

One thing that you failed to cover. Does it work with Windows Hello?

[@Buri8128]

Is there software for Linux ?

[@4cooldog99]

Can it be mounted/used upside down?

[@ProperHonestTech]

You would not be able to use this Mounted up side down.

[@NemesisLex]

Ordered mine today ... but i would be much more happier if the Link would support Windows Hello :( Then it would really be a no-brainer ...

[@rickytrick_]

Between using the iPhone as a camera and the insta360….. which one would you recommend?

[@ProperHonestTech]

I’ve not had a chance to try Continuity Camera in the new Mac OS yet, so can’t compare at the moment. I might make a follow up vid once I’ve been able to test both side by side.

[@rickytrick_]

@@ProperHonestTech oh ok!! I haven’t tried continuity camera either but I used Reincubate Camo., which allows you to use your iPhone as webcam (1080 30fps).

[@timparkin9805]

@@rickytrick_ I do likewise

[@rickytrick_]

@@ProperHonestTech pleeeeeeaase remember this!

[@bobcubsfan]

So, when Ventura is released and iOS16, the iPhone can be used as a webcam and microphone. Cost? Nothing. That is what I am planning to use when the M2 Mac Mini is released in October.

[@leumas75]

This was my fist thought as well. It is a nice bit of kit, but the upcoming Ventura / iOS16 should destroy these features. I would love to see a comparison video on the two though, as I always assume that I can be mistaken.

[@bobcubsfan]

@@leumas75 Maybe Apple will show us 7 September at the launch event. Cheers!

[@roblereck]

My only problem with this camera so far is that it runs too hot for my liking, even when idle.

[@oguzsasi]

No 4K 60FPS. No wireless. No Background remove without green screen?

[@rickytrick_]

wouldn't you say that the video quality has a lot of noise?

[@CrazyAboutVinylRecords]

I doubt many people are in a rush to blow almost $300 on a webcam. No sale as far as I'm concerned.

[@HyperScorpio8688]

But can it do Windows Hello?

[@copperstillco]

I've been searching and can't find an answer... anyone using this with their iPhone? will it connect? just curious

[@ProperHonestTech]

It needs software to work. It won't work natively with something like the iPad or the iPhone, and right now the software is only available for PC or Mac.

[@copperstillco]

@@ProperHonestTech i planned to use it as one of a few cameras for a multi cam live stream. However, I use TikTok and I’ve got the steam key problem. So I can’t get TikTok connected to OBS or any other streaming service. Very annoying.

[@CemlynJones1952]

I’d love to see a comparison between this web cam on the cam on the Samsung M8

[@learnersseries1167]

Does it work with ipad sir??

[@ProperHonestTech]

I just tested it, and I can confirm it does not. It powers on, but instantly goes into 'privacy' mode. This, I assume, is because it needs some kind of compatible software to work, and that software is currently only available on PC and Mac.

[@learnersseries1167]

@@ProperHonestTech thanks a lot....subscribed😍

[@chote26]

Tracking body is bad when I turn your back to the camera tracking is lost but Osbot tiny can tracking body very god

[@mdnght0095]

C920 has entered chat

[@shylady8711]

can you do dupes? I need a cheaper option $100 or less

[@77netwar]

when it is 4k/60 fps and has a bigger sensor and still has the PTZ for 350 dollars, then I will be satisfied.

[@CuriousConnoisseurs]

what if you just wanna see the lower body? is this for camgirls?

[@glenwoodfin]

Great video clarity. You might want to warm up the Kelvin a tad. You look like a corpse. But, in a Tim Burton good way. :)

[@sloan1919]

Is there a, hey I’m not wearing pants don’t let the gimbal look down there mode?

[@Rocashu]

and then the Elgato pro comes and that is actually the last webcam you will ever need

[@ProperHonestTech]

I’ve read and heard very good things but not had a chance to try it out.

[@henrywit6147]

$300 for a webcam? Perhaps for KZbin content creators, but not for the many many millions of business users who use webcams all day every day in Zoom and TEAMS calls. The increase in resolution and functionality over a built in HD cam (or an equivalent Logi) is nice, but, the bang for the buck is simply not there.

[@KiraTanyag-en9ce]

the mic of this camera is not useable

[@wiktoriaslominska8078]

Looks like 2.46fps tho

[@JeffBourke]

1000 years from now Logitech will still be selling the c920.

[@ProperHonestTech]

😂 I actually had to Google it to check and yup, still available for the outrageous price of £80 here in the UK...

[@uncletrick1]

I'll stick to my cheap, crappy camera. $300 is ludicrous.

[@ProperHonestTech]

Get your own Insta360 Link - geni.us/5TSz

[@HowToDaily.]

first :)

[@g.r.2985]

Maybe you need a life but congrats 🎉

[@Knockout0512]

Purchased one, received and file a return. I have my PC sitting on a PC stand. The fact this webcam requires a usb connection to a PC just don't work for me. Would be nice if webcam uses bluetooth or some sort for connection. I don't see myself to have a cable dangling from back of my PC to the webcam sitting on top of my monitor. Also, I have an autonomous adjustable table. So @ any given time I want to stand to do work. Obviously the cable not going to make it with the limited length. All in all, webcam with a gimbal is Fantastic, but the fact it requires a physical cable for connection? Back to Amazon. Do Better on the next iteration @Insta360

[@PaulC001]

great cam, but you used something else for the majority of the video.

[@ProperHonestTech]

Correct.

[@PaulC001]

@@ProperHonestTech i'm probably going to buy one.

[@SFBenjaminK]

is f*n SUPER NEW product, with NO experience from anyone hows it works in long run like even in months everything is like milk & honey when is new & to expensive for something we dont know , better just stick with good ole Lojitech brand

[@fpxy00]

I can't see any value of this product for the money, thou I am not a cheap person.