Insta360 has announced the launch of Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C, a pair of AI-powered 4K webcams to provide high-quality online video conferencing and live-streaming experience.
Joining the line-up of AI-powered technology, Insta360 has launched the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C to provide a high-quality experience for meetings, online lessons, or livestreams, thanks to their superior video and audio quality. Designed with these demands in mind, the webcams focus on delivering premium imaging that can shine in any environment. High-performance ½” sensors are paired with advanced HDR technology, AI image enhancement, and noise reduction to capture every detail. In addition to video quality, the audio department offers new algorithms and AI noise reduction technology to provide best-in-class audio without the need for a separate microphone.
To explore what the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C have to offer, let’s break down the specifications, starting with image quality. Both cameras are equipped with a ½” sensor that captures more light and detail, offering strong low-light capabilities for use in poorly lit environments. Advanced HDR technology ensures a better balance between highlights and shadows, while the resolution can go up to 4K at 30fps, providing crisp detail and vibrant colours, replicating a near DSLR-like depth. This DSLR-like depth creates a natural bokeh effect for your surroundings, while True Focus enables faster, more accurate phase-detection autofocus to eliminate camera shake.
Focusing on the audio quality of the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C, it will be delivering professional audio with the help of AI to reduce the distracting noise during your live stream or meeting in a busy coffee shop or shared workspace. As the advanced algorithms power the AI noise reduction technology, it will help the webcam filter out unwanted sounds like keyboard clicking, a nearby conversation, and traffic noises to ensure your voice is loud and clear. Alongside the AI noise reduction, the Link 2 and Link 2C will come with three profiles tailored to your environment, such as Voice Focus, Voice Suppression, and Music Balance, to fit your personalization and needs.
Powered by AI, the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C have many AI-powered controls to use to your advantage as you move freely and gesture effortlessly. With the control, you can use AI Tracking and Auto Framing to move around as the camera keeps you in the center of the frame, a new Pause-Track Areas that allow the camera to recognize areas it shouldn’t be tracking and Gesture Control has been improved with more control with the starting/stopping AI Tracking, zooming in and out, and activate a Smart Whiteboard Mode.
Alongside the AI-powered controls on the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C, it will have many versatile tools. The tools included are:
- Smart Whiteboard Mode: Auto-detects the whiteboard that you are presenting from and keeps it squared off and focused.
- 4K Portrait Mode: Capture uncropped vertical videos in 4K for social media as you simply attach the cameras to the tripod for high-resolution streaming. – Link Controller desktop software required.
- Remote Software Control: Adjust the settings, switch modes, and control the gimbal (Link 2) from your phone. – Link Controller desktop software required.
- Background Replacement: The Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C can switch backgrounds seamlessly as you hide your messy room and jump into a professional setting. – Link Controller desktop software required.
- Deckview Mode: Overhead views for presentations and demos. – Link Controller desktop software required.
- One Click Makeup: A makeup filter that looks natural and great for last-minute touch-ups when you’re running late for a meeting. – Link Controller desktop software required.
- Privacy Mode: Protect your privacy with configurable states where the webcam faces downward and can mute itself. – Link Controller desktop software required.
Lastly, for those wondering which model to get, the Insta360 Link 2 is ideal for those who need flexibility. It offers a built-in 2-axis gimbal for smooth and stable footage and AI-powered tracking to keep you in the frame. For those who prefer a fixed setup, the Link 2C offers the same 4K image quality and AI features in a compact, gimbal-free design.
The Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C will be available today via the Insta360 Official Store, Amazon, and selected retailers. The Link 2 will be $199, and the Link 2C will be $149. Are you ready to take your streaming and meetings to the next level?
