{"id":446803,"date":"2022-05-13T16:00:16","date_gmt":"2022-05-13T13:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2022-05-13T16:00:16","modified_gmt":"2022-05-13T13:00:16","slug":"a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#A Great Value at an Awkward Price \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a41cabae7584\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#%E2%80%9CA_Great_Value_at_an_Awkward_Price_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;A Great Value at an Awkward Price \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like\" >Here&#8217;s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Specs\" >Specs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Silky_Smooth_60FPS_at_the_Expense_of_Quality\" >Silky Smooth 60FPS at the Expense of Quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Dont_Use_Webcam_Microphones\" >Don\u2019t Use Webcam Microphones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Decent_Design_and_Build_Quality\" >Decent Design and Build Quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Surprisingly_Tolerable_Software\" >Surprisingly Tolerable Software<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#The_Gist_Good_Value_Awkward_Price\" >The Gist: Good Value, Awkward Price<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like-2\" >Here\u2019s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont-2\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CA_Great_Value_at_an_Awkward_Price_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;A Great Value at an Awkward Price \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<div class=\"single-review-card\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\" style=\"\">\n<div class=\"rating\" style=\"\">Rating:<br \/>\n<strong>6\/10<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"more-info-hover\">?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"rating-info\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; Absolute Hot Garbage<\/li>\n<li>2 &#8211; Sorta Lukewarm Garbage<\/li>\n<li>3 &#8211; Strongly Flawed Design<\/li>\n<li>4 &#8211; Some Pros, Lots Of Cons<\/li>\n<li>5 &#8211; Acceptably Imperfect<\/li>\n<li>6 &#8211; Good Enough to Buy On Sale<\/li>\n<li>7 &#8211; Great, But Not Best-In-Class<\/li>\n<li>8 &#8211; Fantastic, with Some Footnotes<\/li>\n<li>9 &#8211; Shut Up And Take My Money<\/li>\n<li>10 &#8211; Absolute Design Nirvana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<p>Price: <strong>$98<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-117800\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/09dd8c26-1.png?width=400 400w, https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/09dd8c26-1.png?width=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/09dd8c26-1.png?width=1200\" alt=\"The Avermedia PW315 webcam on top of a computer monitor\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\">Andrew Heinzman<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Aver<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">media<\/a> is best known for its capture cards, which are popular among <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>rs. So, I was pretty excited when the company told us about its <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/AVerMedia-PW315-Webcam-Conferencing-Streaming\/dp\/B08W278Z75?tag=reviewgeekreviews-20\">PW315 webcam<\/a>. At just $120, this is one of the cheapest webcams to offer 1080p 60FPS video, and I figured that it\u2019d be a great value for both livestreamers and remote workers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"review-card-body-inline\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Smooth 60FPS video<\/li>\n<li>Wide 95 degree FOV<\/li>\n<li>Decent Software<\/li>\n<li>Stable performance, works in poor lighting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Grainy, compressed image<\/li>\n<li>Fixed focus, no autofocus<\/li>\n<li>Poor mics<\/li>\n<li>Non-detachable USB cable<\/li>\n<li>Good value, but there are cheaper options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Yeah, I was right; the PW315 is a great value. It captures buttery smooth video, works in poor lighting, and can mount to a monitor or <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trip<\/a>od. But the $120 price tag is a bit awkward, and unless you\u2019re on a strict budget, you may find yourself skipping the PW315 for something cheaper or more expensive.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Specs\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">Specs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resolution<\/strong>: 1080p 60FPS<\/li>\n<li><strong>Field of View<\/strong>: 95 degrees<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus<\/strong>: Fixed focus (No autofocus)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Video Format<\/strong>: MJPEG<\/li>\n<li><strong>Microphones<\/strong>: Dual mics<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connectivity<\/strong>: USB-A<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mounting<\/strong>: Clip mount, optional tripod screw<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rotation<\/strong>: 360 degrees<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software<\/strong>: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avermedia.com\/us\/usecase-detail\/CamEngine-4-Solutions\">CamEngine<\/a> software<\/li>\n<li><strong>Privacy<\/strong>: Built-in shutter, power indicator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silky_Smooth_60FPS_at_the_Expense_of_Quality\"><\/span>Silky Smooth 60FPS at the Expense of Quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_wrap_outer\" data-galleryno=\"1\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Toggle Full-Size View\" class=\"moka_gallery_fullsize\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/117083\/avermedia-pw315-webcam-review-a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price\/javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" width=\"24px\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewbox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 1000 1000\" xml:space=\"preserve\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><g><g transform=\"matrix(1 0 0 -1 0 480)\"><path d=\"M666.5,102.5l264.1,262.2l-1.9-147.4c0-6.4,2.2-11.8,6.7-16.3s9.9-6.7,16.3-6.7H967c15.3,0,23,6.4,23,19.1v222V447c0,6.4-1.9,11.5-5.7,15.3s-8.9,5.7-15.3,5.7h-11.5L737.3,470c-5.1,0-9.9-2.2-14.4-6.7s-7.3-9.9-8.6-16.3v-17.2c2.6-15.3,11.5-22.3,26.8-21.1l143.6-1.9L622.5,146.5c-14-14-13.7-28.4,1-43.1C638.1,88.8,652.5,88.5,666.5,102.5z M335.4-142.5L71.3-404.7v147.4c0,6.4-1.9,11.8-5.7,16.3s-8.9,6.7-15.3,6.7H33c-15.3,0-23-6.4-23-19.1v-222V-487c0-6.4,1.3-11.5,3.8-15.3c5.1-3.8,10.8-5.7,17.2-5.7h11.5l220.1-1.9c6.4,0,11.8,2.2,16.3,6.7s6.7,9.9,6.7,16.3v17.2c-1.3,15.3-9.6,22.3-24.9,21.1l-145.5,1.9l262.2,260.3c14,14,14,28.4,0,43.1S349.4-128.5,335.4-142.5z M990-475.5v222c0,12.8-7.7,19.1-23,19.1h-15.3c-6.4,0-11.8-2.2-16.3-6.7s-6.7-9.9-6.7-16.3l1.9-147.4L666.5-142.5c-14,14-28.4,13.7-43.1-1s-15-29-1-43.1l262.2-260.3l-143.6-1.9c-15.3,1.3-24.2-5.7-26.8-21.1V-487c1.3-6.4,4.1-11.8,8.6-16.3s9.3-6.7,14.4-6.7l220.1,1.9h11.5c6.4,0,12.1,1.9,17.2,5.7c2.6,3.8,3.8,8.9,3.8,15.3V-475.5z M115.3,406.8l145.5,1.9c15.3-1.3,23.6,5.7,24.9,21.1V447c0,6.4-2.2,11.8-6.7,16.3s-9.9,6.7-16.3,6.7l-220.1-1.9H31.1c-6.4,0-12.1-1.9-17.2-5.7c-2.6-3.8-3.8-8.9-3.8-15.3v-11.5v-222c0-12.8,7.7-19.1,23-19.1h17.2c6.4,0,11.5,2.2,15.3,6.7s5.7,9.9,5.7,16.3v147.4l264.1-262.2c14-14,28.1-13.7,42.1,1c14,14.7,14,29,0,43.1L115.3,406.8z\"\/><\/g><\/g><\/svg><span class=\"currentSlide\" data-galleryno=\"1\">1<\/span> of 3<\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_wrap moka_gallery_wrap_cls\" data-galleryno=\"1\">\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_slidewrap activeslide\" data-slideno=\"0\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Previous Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-left-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm11.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 1 0 1H5.707l2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 1-.708.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 0 1 0-.708l3-3a.5.5 0 1 1 .708.708L5.707 7.5H11.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_single moka_gallery_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" onkeyup=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/8266e4bf-1.png\" alt=\"A selfie from the webcam. It's grainy and the whites are blown out.\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>Grainy picture quality and blown out lights.<\/div>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Next Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_slidewrap \" data-slideno=\"1\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Previous Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-left-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm11.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 1 0 1H5.707l2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 1-.708.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 0 1 0-.708l3-3a.5.5 0 1 1 .708.708L5.707 7.5H11.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_single moka_gallery_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" onkeyup=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/f19c9085-1.png\" alt=\"Another selfie. Even more blown out with a weird orange hue.\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>This camera also has a bit of trouble with color!<\/div>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Next Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_slidewrap \" data-slideno=\"2\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Previous Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-left-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm11.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 1 0 1H5.707l2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 1-.708.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 0 1 0-.708l3-3a.5.5 0 1 1 .708.708L5.707 7.5H11.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_single moka_gallery_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" onkeyup=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(1);\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/602e8f04-1.png\" alt=\"A selfie with CamEngine's AI face filter.\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>Built-in face filters?<\/div>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Next Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Most webcams capture video at 30FPS, which makes sense, as high frame rates aren\u2019t all that important when you\u2019ve in a video call. But hey, the Avermedia PW315 captures at 60FPS, and its picture is buttery smooth. Like, smoother and more consistent than what other webcams offer at a higher price.<\/p>\n<p>Now, I don\u2019t think that 60FPS is a serious selling point for people who just want to make video calls, and I\u2019m not entirely sure why Avermedia included it with this device. But if you need a budget webcam for game streaming, then sure, a high frame rate is a perk, especially when paired with the Avermedia PW315\u2019s 1080p resolution.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m also impressed by the PW315\u2019s performance in low lighting. Images and colors rarely go out of whack, even when lights are excessively bright or dim (but super dark rooms require some adjustments to brightness and exposure). Clearly, Avermedia understands that the average home office dweller just wants a webcam that\u2019ll work.<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and the 90-degree field of view is great. This webcam captures a pretty wide video. Just bear in mind that a wider FOV makes it easier for other people to see your room in livestreams or video calls. (Clearly something I did not consider before writing this review.)<\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_wrap_outer\" data-galleryno=\"2\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" width=\"24px\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewbox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 1000 1000\" xml:space=\"preserve\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><g><g transform=\"matrix(1 0 0 -1 0 480)\"><path d=\"M666.5,102.5l264.1,262.2l-1.9-147.4c0-6.4,2.2-11.8,6.7-16.3s9.9-6.7,16.3-6.7H967c15.3,0,23,6.4,23,19.1v222V447c0,6.4-1.9,11.5-5.7,15.3s-8.9,5.7-15.3,5.7h-11.5L737.3,470c-5.1,0-9.9-2.2-14.4-6.7s-7.3-9.9-8.6-16.3v-17.2c2.6-15.3,11.5-22.3,26.8-21.1l143.6-1.9L622.5,146.5c-14-14-13.7-28.4,1-43.1C638.1,88.8,652.5,88.5,666.5,102.5z M335.4-142.5L71.3-404.7v147.4c0,6.4-1.9,11.8-5.7,16.3s-8.9,6.7-15.3,6.7H33c-15.3,0-23-6.4-23-19.1v-222V-487c0-6.4,1.3-11.5,3.8-15.3c5.1-3.8,10.8-5.7,17.2-5.7h11.5l220.1-1.9c6.4,0,11.8,2.2,16.3,6.7s6.7,9.9,6.7,16.3v17.2c-1.3,15.3-9.6,22.3-24.9,21.1l-145.5,1.9l262.2,260.3c14,14,14,28.4,0,43.1S349.4-128.5,335.4-142.5z M990-475.5v222c0,12.8-7.7,19.1-23,19.1h-15.3c-6.4,0-11.8-2.2-16.3-6.7s-6.7-9.9-6.7-16.3l1.9-147.4L666.5-142.5c-14,14-28.4,13.7-43.1-1s-15-29-1-43.1l262.2-260.3l-143.6-1.9c-15.3,1.3-24.2-5.7-26.8-21.1V-487c1.3-6.4,4.1-11.8,8.6-16.3s9.3-6.7,14.4-6.7l220.1,1.9h11.5c6.4,0,12.1,1.9,17.2,5.7c2.6,3.8,3.8,8.9,3.8,15.3V-475.5z M115.3,406.8l145.5,1.9c15.3-1.3,23.6,5.7,24.9,21.1V447c0,6.4-2.2,11.8-6.7,16.3s-9.9,6.7-16.3,6.7l-220.1-1.9H31.1c-6.4,0-12.1-1.9-17.2-5.7c-2.6-3.8-3.8-8.9-3.8-15.3v-11.5v-222c0-12.8,7.7-19.1,23-19.1h17.2c6.4,0,11.5,2.2,15.3,6.7s5.7,9.9,5.7,16.3v147.4l264.1-262.2c14-14,28.1-13.7,42.1,1c14,14.7,14,29,0,43.1L115.3,406.8z\"\/><\/g><\/g><\/svg><span class=\"currentSlide\" data-galleryno=\"2\">1<\/span> of 2<\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_wrap moka_gallery_wrap_cls\" data-galleryno=\"2\">\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_slidewrap activeslide\" data-slideno=\"0\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Previous Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-left-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm11.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 1 0 1H5.707l2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 1-.708.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 0 1 0-.708l3-3a.5.5 0 1 1 .708.708L5.707 7.5H11.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_single moka_gallery_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(2);\" onkeyup=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(2);\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/59b2900a-1.png\" alt=\"A low-light selfie before adjusting the settings.\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>In the darkest part of my home before adjusting settings.<\/div>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Next Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_slidewrap \" data-slideno=\"1\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Previous Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-left-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm11.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 1 0 1H5.707l2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 1-.708.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 0 1 0-.708l3-3a.5.5 0 1 1 .708.708L5.707 7.5H11.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_single moka_gallery_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" tabindex=\"0\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(2);\" onkeyup=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(2);\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/9eb9cd58-1.png\" alt=\"A low-light selfie after adjusting the settings.\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>&#8230; and after adjusting settings! Not bad!<\/div>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" alt=\"Next Slide\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"black\" class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-square\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M15 2a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H2a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v12a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V2zM0 2a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s the problem; the video quality itself is quite bad. This is a 1080p webcam, but all of those pixels are working together to produce a grainy image with lots of bloomy whites. And I think that aggressive video compression is to blame\u2014the Avermedia PW315 uses a USB 2.0 cable and encodes all video as inefficient MJPEGs. With such bandwidth limitations, heavy compression is a necessity.<\/p>\n<p>To Avermedia\u2019s credit, the PW315 seems to make the best of bad bandwidth. Video doesn\u2019t skip or stutter, and again, the low-light performance is impressive. This is a solid plug-and-play webcam, which is more than I can say about cheaper options from Logitech. Oh, and there\u2019s that fixed focus lens.<\/p>\n<p>I don\u2019t think that fixed focus is necessarily a bad thing. Basically, everything that\u2019s further than 15 inches from the camera is sharp, and you don\u2019t need to worry about the focus going in and out. But fixed focus cameras tend to have a \u201csweet spot,\u201d and you can\u2019t get too close without getting blurry. An autofocus lens would eliminate these problems.<\/p>\n<p>And in case you\u2019re wondering, you\u00a0<em>can<\/em> set this webcam\u2019s frame rate to 30FPS. But doing so doesn\u2019t improve video quality. At least, not in any way that\u2019s noticeable.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Use_Webcam_Microphones\"><\/span>Don\u2019t Use Webcam Microphones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-117799\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/10fb15c7-1.png\" alt=\"Avermedia PW315 webcam with its privacy shutter closed.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Andrew Heinzman<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Avermedia PW315\u2019s microphones sound awful. They\u2019re tinny, they lack clarity, and unsurprisingly, they pick up a\u00a0<em>ridiculous<\/em> amount of room echo. But I don\u2019t blame Avermedia, because this is a problem with all webcams.<\/p>\n<p>You should avoid using webcam microphones whenever possible. They just sound terrible, especially at this price. I get it; sometimes you\u2019re in a pinch\u2014I\u2019ve had to use webcam microphones plenty of times! But your coworkers, or whoever you\u2019re speaking to online, would really <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>reciate a microphone that doesn\u2019t suck.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not getting off track, by the way. This is totally on topic, because if you don\u2019t own a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/82087\/should-you-buy-a-headset-or-a-usb-microphone\/\">microphone or headset, then you need to factor one into the cost of this webcam\u2014that\u2019s an extra $50 if you <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Blue-Snowball-Microphone-Gloss-Black\/dp\/B002OO18NS?tag=reviewgeekreviews-20\">buy something decent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decent_Design_and_Build_Quality\"><\/span>Decent Design and Build Quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-117798\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/fb5c81ed-1.png\" alt=\"Avermedia PW315 webcam's tripod screw hole.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Andrew Heinzman<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Unsurprisingly, the Avermedia PW315 feels a bit lightweight and plasticy. The integrated privacy shutter feels cheap and is hard to adjust with one hand, and while the USB 2.0 cable is quite long (just under 5 feet), it\u2019s non-detachable, which is annoying.<\/p>\n<p>But the overall build quality is decent, and I believe that it\u2019s appropriate for the price. The hinge on the webcam\u2019s clip feels nice and secure, and I\u2019m certain that the PW315 could survive in even the most chaotic travel bag.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, the design makes up for any build quality quirks. The Avermedia PW315\u2019s camera can rotate 360 degrees, and it can tilt up and down enough to compensate for awkward setups. More importantly, there\u2019s both a monitor clip\u00a0<em>and<\/em> an integrated tripod mount. You shouldn\u2019t have any trouble fitting this webcam at a desk.<\/p>\n<p>I also appreciate that there\u2019s both a privacy shutter and an LED indicator on the PW315. These features should come standard with every webcam, but for whatever reason, they aren\u2019t.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Surprisingly_Tolerable_Software\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Surprisingly Tolerable Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"moka_gallery_wrap_outer\" data-galleryno=\"0\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Toggle Full-Size View\" class=\"moka_gallery_fullsize\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/117083\/avermedia-pw315-webcam-review-a-great-value-at-an-awkward-price\/javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"moka_gallery_fullsize_toggle(0);\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" width=\"24px\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewbox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 1000 1000\" xml:space=\"preserve\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><g><g 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2-2h12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H2a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2zm4.5 5.5a.5.5 0 0 0 0 1h5.793l-2.147 2.146a.5.5 0 0 0 .708.708l3-3a.5.5 0 0 0 0-.708l-3-3a.5.5 0 1 0-.708.708L10.293 7.5H4.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than dealing with webcam software. But Avermedia\u2019s <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avermedia.com\/us\/usecase-detail\/CamEngine-4-Solutions\">CamEngine<\/a> program is surprisingly tolerable. It\u2019s straightforward, it lets you adjust the settings that actually matter, and it has a handful of special features for power users.<\/p>\n<p>At a glance, the CamEngine lets you adjust webcam brightness, gamma, zoom, and other basic controls. All changes you make are processed by and saved to the webcam, so you don\u2019t need to keep the software open after making adjustments.<\/p>\n<p>You can also set keyboard shortcuts to trigger webcam functions, like muting the microphone. It\u2019s an interesting feature, and I imagine that it\u2019d be pretty handy during livestreams. Unfortunately, these hotkeys only work in the CamEngine software, so I doubt people will use them during video calls.<\/p>\n<p>And for whatever reason, the PW315 has some AI features. There are a handful of cute face filters, plus an AI auto-framing tool that automatically pans and zooms to follow you around. None of these AI features work too well, but hey, nobody\u2019s forcing you to use them!<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Gist_Good_Value_Awkward_Price\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_5\">The Gist: Good Value, Awkward Price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-117797\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4a47a0db-1.png\" alt=\"The Avermedia PW315 webcam on a Joby tripod.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Andrew Heinzman<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You will never find an\u00a0<em>amazing<\/em> webcam in this price range. There will always be something to complain about, especially if you\u2019re trying to capture high-quality video for a livestream, a professional conference, or a YouTube vlog.<\/p>\n<p>But the average person doesn\u2019t need a crazy webcam. They just need something that looks better than a laptop webcam and doesn\u2019t need a ton of attention. Avermedia\u2019s PW315 fits the bill\u2014it\u2019s a simple plug-and-play webcam that works in poor lighting and runs at a smooth 60FPS, which is more than you can say for cheaper options (and some more expensive options).<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the pricing is a bit awkward. I genuinely can\u2019t tell if Avermedia is trying to target livestreamers or remote workers. At $120, the PW315 is one of the most affordable 60FPS webcams, but you can get much higher video quality with the $200 <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Razer-Kiyo-Streaming-Webcam-High-Performance\/dp\/B08T1MWX6J?tag=reviewgeekreviews-20\">Razer Kiyo Pro<\/a>. If I were a livestreamer hoping to garner a following, I\u2019d save up for the more expensive device.<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re just trying to buy a decent webcam for video calls, there are much cheaper options than the PW315. The\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Logitech-C920x-Pro-HD-Webcam\/dp\/B085TFF7M1\/?tag=reviewgeekreviews-20\">Logitech C920x<\/a>, for example, offers 1080p video for $68\u2014I think that Avermedia is selling a better webcam, but the quality difference is negligible if you\u2019re just sitting in Zoom meetings.<\/p>\n<div class=\"single-review-card border\">\n<div class=\"review-card-body\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like-2\"><\/span>Here\u2019s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Smooth 60FPS video<\/li>\n<li>Wide 95 degree FOV<\/li>\n<li>Decent Software<\/li>\n<li>Stable performance, works in poor lighting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont-2\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Grainy, compressed image<\/li>\n<li>Fixed focus, no autofocus<\/li>\n<li>Poor mics<\/li>\n<li>Non-detachable USB cable<\/li>\n<li>Good value, but there are cheaper options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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