Anker AnkerWork C310 Webcam, 4K Webcam, 12 Megapixel, AI Auto Focus, AI Framing, AI Noise Canceling Mic, Built-in Privacy Cover, and Adjustable FOV, 1080p@60FPS HDR, for Video Calls and Livestreams

This is my 2nd Anker brand, first one being the 2K version, and I thought why not pay extra money and get the latest 4K one. I'm not really into web cams and just use them out of necessity, and my customers now say that I come in crystal clear. For me it just a device sitting there on top of my monitor, so I forget about it being there. The build quality feels solid and heavy in my hands, and it doesn't feel cheap at all compared to others I've owned in the past. Operations wise, the camera can go for hours on end without a hiccup or blimp on the screen, so that says something about it's thermal signature and data transfer rate. I like the red privacy shutter, compared to to those hinged caps that cover the lens. Installation was thoughtless and it just hooked up like it had been there for years already. To me, this is a no frills web cam that just works like military equipment, that is durable and rugged day in and day out. Maybe it's not the best, but it's not the worse by any means and it was money well spent. As far as all those features go, I don't really use them at all but did refine the zoom, lighting and other stuff via my Operating System interface, and that was it, pretty much set and forget for me. My shopping experience for buying another web cam was littered with hundreds of options from many manufactures, and it got to the point where I just settled for this one and hoped for the best, and I wasn't disappointed. If your reading this, you might of hit web cam shopping overload like I did after an hour, and your looking to just pick something decent right now at the right price point and get it over with, that's what this camera is. I gave it 5 stars for it's build quality, reliability, thermal signature, data transfer rate, and ease of use compared to others in the same price range.

The AnkerWork C310 Webcam has significantly enhanced my video conferencing experience. Its sound quality is outstanding, thanks to the AI noise-canceling microphones that ensure clear audio even in noisy environments. The webcam's seamless compatibility with Microsoft Teams and other platforms makes it a reliable choice for professional meetings.​ Visually, the webcam delivers impressive color accuracy, producing vibrant and true-to-life images. Its performance in low light conditions is commendable, maintaining clarity without the need for additional lighting. The auto focus feature is responsive, keeping the subject sharp and in focus throughout the session.​ Overall, the AnkerWork C310 combines advanced features with user-friendly design, making it a top-tier choice for anyone seeking a high-quality webcam.

Overall its not a bad webcam, good image quality and functionality. Easy to Install on top of a monitor or any mount with a 1/4-20 thread on it. The camera will work straight out of the box but if you want to change settings etc... -you must use Anker's app. There are several settings in the app that allow for added functionality which is a plus. One downside is there doesn't seem to be a way to disable the microphones on the webcam, which could possibly cause feedback or strange sounding audio if you're using a separate microphone for meetings. I wouldn't say its necessarily a good value from a cost perspective, but the build quality is good and the image quality is on par.

I needed a new webcam that provides clear 4k video but doesn't break the bank, and this was it. Anker AnkerWork C310 is a durable webcam that fits securely on my monitor. The camera only turns on when the privacy shutter is open and is a must have these days. The 4K video feed was sharp and bright, and the AI Auto Focus does a good job of focusing on the subject. The built-in mic has good reception, but I am unsure about its capability to filter out background noise. When installing this, ensure it is plugged into a USB 3.0 or USB-C port due to the data rate requirements of 4K video. I am sure it will work plugged into a regular USB 2.0 port, but if you are buying this for great video quality, then it needs to be set up right. It does get a little warm once it is going, but that is normal. Overall, this is a great product for anyone who is in the market for a 4K webcam.

Just received my AnkerWork C310 Webcam and I'm beyond thrilled with its performance. Here's what I absolutely adore about this product: Superior Call Quality: During my video calls, everyone kept pointing out how crisp and clear my camera feed was. The 12MP 4K display genuinely enhances my video conferencing experience by delivering true-to-life images. Seamless Integration with MacOS: I've used multiple webcams in the past and often bumped into compatibility issues. But the C310 was plug-and-play with my MacOS without any hitches. Decent AI Features: The AI functionalities are commendable, especially the AI autofocus and the AI noise canceling mic. While I'd rate its AI capabilities as moderate, it gets the job done and enhances my video quality and audio clarity. Thoughtful Design Additions: The built-in privacy cover is a simple yet significant feature that ensures my privacy post-meetings. It's reassuring to have this small but essential protective barrier. Value for Money: For the price point, especially with the current deal, it's a steal. The performance and features you get out of this are easily comparable to high-end models in the market. To anyone in need of a solid webcam for both professional and personal use, the AnkerWork C310 is a no-brainer. Definitely elevates my meetings and livestreams to the next level! Would highly recommend it! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Capable webcams are cheap these days. I paid more for this for a single reason: with a large, f/2.0 aperture and large-ish sensor, it should achieve a narrow Depth of Field (DOF - basically, that's the distance from the camera that's in focus) in a small and portable footprint. I've been using a full-size Canon digital camera from 2012 as a webcam, and at f/1.8, the DOF is less than a foot. (That means my face is in focus, but the background is fuzzy without the need for software.) The Anker C310 cannot do this. From what I can tell, despite seeming large for a webcam, the sensor size is too small to achieve this effect. I played around with the manual focus extensively, and all I got was either my face out of focus or my face in focus... with everything 20 feet behind me ALSO in focus. If DOF isn't an issue for you, here are some other thoughts: - The build quality seems solid. It's also not small or light (which contributed to my assumption that this had a proper lens and sensor that could limit the DOF) - The software is easy to use, but I wonder whether certain features work - The resolution seems good at 1080P with high frame rates and little to no lag; 4k doesn't look anything like the 4k I see in videos - The field of view is highly and easily adjustable, which is a huge convenience feature for a non-pivoting mount - The +/- 3 exposure compensation seemed nothing like what you'd get on a DSLR - The Face Exposure and Focus didn't seem to work at all - I didn't really get into the HDR/color settings or mic settings, so I won't comment there Overall, I'm disappointed that this doesn't do the one thing I wanted, but overall, it's a decent webcam. I'm returning mine, though, because it's not $80 better than the $20 webcam I bought in 2020 (and I'll still be using my bulky, 11-year-old Canon most of the time, it seems).

I have an odd configuration of 4 mismatched monitors. The AnkerWork C310 pokes its way perfectly through the center of them to give the best head-on view of me for online meetings. This replaced a Logitech BRIO that was far too wide for this job. The built-in cover is absolutely the best part of this webcam. It also acts as an electronic kill switch. You see a “no signal” image when closed, not the back of the cover. I have not used it as a microphone, so I can’t comment there. The software to configure the webcam is intuitive and unobtrusive. This webcam would have gotten 4 stars were it not for a firmware update that improved the clarity of the image. For the first few weeks of use, the image was noticeably worse than the Logitech BRIO. Update the firmware as soon as you get it and this webcam competes with anything Logitech has to offer.

UPDATE MAY 2025: After I posted my review, Anker issued a full refund. I did some more digging and believe I found the issue. This camera is EXTREMELY fussy about what cables it will behave with. I tried multiple high-end USB-C 3.1 cables from multiple well-respected cable manufacturers, including Anker. I even tried the included cable. I have tried every possible combination of cables and laptops / desktops at my disposal. I have tried directly connecting to the motherboard and I have tried powered USB 3.1 hubs. All failed. All would only work in 1080P, and would give that weird message about "4K not available in USB 2.0". The ONLY thing that will make this work in 4K is some no-name USB-C cable that was bundled with some other product. I thought this must have been pure chance, so I repeated my test and I am able to reproduce these results consistently. High-end, name-brand, USB-C 3.1 cables, including the one that ships with the camera? 1080P only. No-name USB-C cable of unknown origin? 4K. So at best, this is EXTREMELY fussy about what cables will work. Normal 100 Mb rated cables from reputable manufacturers, including the one that ships with the camera, won't work. ORIGINAL REVIEW: Like so many other reviewers, I have had nothing but frustration with this camera. 4K? Nope, 1080P only. Lossless mode? Nope, compressed stream only. I have now tried three different PCs: two laptops and a desktop, all with USB 3.1 ports, both USB-A and USB-C. I have tried multiple high-quality cables from multiple name-brand vendors with high power ratings, including the bundled Anker USB-A to USB-C cable. I have tried with and without the AnkerWork software. I have tried deleting the camera out of Device Manager and reinstalling. I have tried every possible combination of cables, desktop / laptop, and ports. Out of sheer frustration, I also tried a powered USB 3.1 hub. No matter what I do, the camera is locked to 1080P, compressed. Options for 4K and lossless are greyed out. The camera whines that "you can't use 4K on a USB 2.0 port or while in portrait mode or at 60 FPS". But I'm using a USB 3.1 port. I'm not in portrait mode, because I can't turn it on. And I'm only at 30 FPS. Every possible combination of cables and hardware gives the same result. Just for fun I pulled out an old Windows 10 laptop with USB 3.0 ports. The camera simply failed to power up. I give up. This makes an okay 1080P camera, but at 2x - 3x the cost. My old Anker 1080P cam never gave me any problems, but this thing is a fussy nightmare of frustration and sadness. It's a trainwreck of a camera that should never have been released.