There are countless video solutions available today for streaming and content creation—from high-end mirrorless cameras to the phone in your pocket. But webcams remain the most accessible and convenient way to get your face on screen. The expectations for webcams have evolved; they’re no longer just the cheapest option or the simplest—they’re now expected to strike the perfect balance between quality, affordability, and ease of use.
Logitech, a long-time leader in the webcam space, has faced growing competition in recent years from major players like AVerMedia and Elgato. Still, their diverse lineup continues to appeal to a wide range of users precisely because of that balance. One of their standout offerings is the 4K Pro Webcam, which aims to deliver premium performance without abandoning the plug-and-play convenience Logitech is known for.
When I first received the 4K Pro Webcam, I was genuinely confused. I had always thought this was the Logitech Brio—a name I’d seen countless times before. So naturally, I headed to Logitech’s website for clarification. There, I discovered both the 4K Pro Webcam and the Logitech Brio 4K Pro Webcam listed in their shop.
So, what’s the difference? After diving into a rabbit hole of comparison articles and YouTube breakdowns, the conclusion became clear: there isn’t one. The two webcams are identical in every meaningful way—same camera, same detachable USB-C to USB-A 3.1 cable, same image quality, and even the same price. The only real distinctions are the packaging and Logitech’s official claim that the Brio model supports Windows Hello facial recognition. But here’s the kicker—when I plugged in the 4K Pro Webcam, Windows identified it as the Brio anyway.
As for performance, the 4K Pro Webcam lives up to its name, offering crisp 4K resolution at 30fps or buttery-smooth 1080p at 60fps. Inside the box, you’ll find the camera, a long and detachable cable (a much-appreciated touch), an attachable privacy shutter, and a soft travel bag. The included camera mount is serviceable, but it lacks a tripod thread and doesn’t swivel—features that should really be standard on premium webcams at this level.
Setup is as simple—or advanced—as you want it to be. Right out of the box, the 4K Pro Webcam works with no hassle. Just plug it in, and you’re ready to go, whether you’re jumping into a Zoom call, streaming via OBS, or using it with your favourite conferencing app. If you want more control, you can download Logitech’s Logi Tune software, which lets you fine-tune settings like white balance, exposure, and framing. It also comes loaded with several colour presets to make adjustments easy.
Regardless of how you configure it, the 4K Pro Webcam looks fantastic. It features a wide 90-degree field of view that captures a generous amount of space without distortion, and the image is sharp, clean, and professional. It handles low-light situations better than many webcams, but as with any 4K device, proper lighting makes a world of difference. For serious content creators, lighting yourself well should already be second nature.
“The 4K Pro Webcam, true to its name, has a 4K/30fps camera that can also do 1080/60fps.”
I’ve put it up against a number of other cameras that I have on hand, including the Razer Kiyo X and the AVerMedia Live Streamer Cam PW513. It holds up well when first plugged in. Essentially, it falls right where it should if you compare the prices of the cameras themselves. It stands above the cameras that are cheaper than the 4K Pro Webcam, but still holds up alongside the higher-priced cameras, the big difference being the software of the more expensive cameras. They offer a bit more in terms of picture control, that would help the Brio greatly.
Here’s a bit of advice for the webcam industry: stop chasing 4K like it’s the ultimate benchmark. It’s a clever marketing tactic—slap “4K” on the box, and people assume it’s automatically better than a 1080p camera—but that’s clearly not always the case. Sensor size, light handling, and pixel quality matter far more than resolution alone. More pixels don’t necessarily mean a better picture, especially when crammed onto a tiny sensor.
Let’s also be real—very few people are actually streaming in 4K, especially when you compare that number to the sheer volume of streamers out there. And those who are streaming at 4K levels? They’re not using a webcam. Add to that the fact that most streams only show the webcam feed as a small corner window, and the benefits of 4K quickly lose their lustre.
Logitech, for example, should own what truly makes their webcams great: reliability, ease of use, and solid image quality that works in a range of environments. They’ve been in the game for years and still deliver some of the best plug-and-play cameras out there. Rather than pushing a spec war, they can’t win, especially when compared to DSLR or mirrorless camera setups, they’d do better to lean into the strengths that actually matter to everyday users.
At $199.99 USD, it’s a slightly higher price than I would like to see for the 4K Pro Webcam, but, as of this writing, the camera was on sale on some sites for $159.99 USD, which feels much more reasonable for what you are getting. The camera isn’t very flashy in terms of its overall look and functionality, but it will give you a quality picture.
