Dell Pro Webcam launches featuring HDR, exposure correction, and AI auto framing

Dell Pro Webcam
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What you need to know

  • Dell just launched the Dell Pro Webcam - WB5023.
  • The 2K QHD webcam supports auto framing and zoom and can detect faces to correct exposure.
  • The Dell Pro Webcam is available starting today, August 18, 2022, through Dell's website for $135.

The Sony STARVIS sensor inside the Dell Pro Webcam works in conjunction with Digital Overlap HDR and Facial Detection Auto Exposure to deliver a clear image, according to Dell. Webcams often struggle with high amounts of light behind a subject. The Dell Pro Webcam is designed to work better in these types of situations.

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Dell Pro Webcam - WB5023
Resolution2K QHD at 30 FPS
Row 1 - Cell 0 FHD at 24, 30, or 60 FPS
Row 2 - Cell 0 HD at 24, 30, or 60 FPS
SensorSony STARVIS
Field of view65 or 78 degrees
ZoomUp to 4x
Auto-light correctionAdvanced Digital Overlap HDR
Row 7 - Cell 0 Video noise reduction
Auto white balanceYes
Facial detection auto exposureYes
Auto framing/zoomingYes
Privacy shutterYes (magnetic)
Noise reducing microphoneYes
Aperturef2.0
ConnectionUSB-A

The webcam also has Advanced Image Signal Processing and 3D/2D noise reduction to lower the amount of grain in images. Users can adjust the field of view, brightness, contrast, saturation, and other settings with Dell Peripheral Manager.

The Dell Pro Webcam has a built-in reducing microphone, a magnetic shutter cap for privacy, and a built-in mounting clip. It's certified for Zoom and Microsoft Teams, but of course, it will work with a wide range of other programs.

Dell Pro Webcam | $134

Dell Pro Webcam | $134

Dell's latest webcam features Digital Overalap HDR, Facial Detection Auto Exposure, and AI Auto Framing. It delivers up to 2K resolution and is optimized to work in varying office conditions.

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