Our take
The Logitech C260 part 960-000688 is a legacy USB webcam with a documented 720p widescreen capture option, fixed focus and a built-in noise-suppression microphone. Logitech's technical sheet says its maximum 30 fps rate is at 640×480; it does not assign that rate to 720p. This distinction matters more than the separate still-photo headline. The model and part are supported by an exact-part retailer record, but the historical Amazon row ASIN is not cross-matched.
A stationary, legacy desk setup where 720p capture and a built-in microphone are enough, after the buyer checks the exact part and host compatibility..
Not for a buyer who requires confirmed 720p30, autofocus, a physical lens cover, a measured diagonal field, a current operating-system guarantee, or a verified match to the frozen ASIN.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- Logitech lists a 720p widescreen video-capture mode and separately states the maximum 30 fps rate at VGA.
- The technical sheet identifies fixed focus and a built-in noise-suppression microphone.
- USB 2.0, a 1.5 m cable and a flexible clip/base are documented for the C260 setup.
What to weigh up
- The sources do not assign a frame rate to 720p, so 720p30 should not be assumed.
- The listed 60-degree view has no horizontal, vertical or diagonal axis; privacy shade is explicitly absent.
- The frozen B07CJNZZJV offer remains unbridged, and the historical Windows support list does not establish current app compatibility.
The key details
| Model covered | C260, part 960-000688 |
|---|---|
| Documented video modes | 720p widescreen video capture is listed; 30 fps is stated at VGA, not at 720p. |
| Focus and framing | Fixed focus; Logitech lists 60° without naming the axis, so diagonal framing remains unknown. |
| Light and lens privacy | RightLight 2 correction is listed; a face-facing lamp and privacy shade are not documented. |
| Integrated audio | Built-in noise-suppression microphone; no integrated speaker is documented. |
| Connection and mounting | USB 2.0, 1.5 m cable and flexible clip/base are listed; connector shape is not confirmed. |
| Identity and setup limits | Part 960-000688 is cross-referenced; the original OS list is Windows XP through 7, current host support and row ASIN mapping are unknown. |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 10, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Part identity and the historical offer
The frozen candidate row names Logitech 960-000688 C260 in Dark Fleur. B&H's exact manufacturer-number field also identifies C260 as part 960-000688, while Logitech's support material identifies the C260 family and provides its technical table and setup guide. This is enough to describe the part without treating every C260 listing as interchangeable. The source row's Amazon identifier B07CJNZZJV did not produce a usable item page during the saved check, and no source maps that ASIN to part 960-000688. The buying route therefore stays an exact-model search rather than a direct product link. Confirm the part number and seller package before relying on a search result.
Video capture is different from still capture
Logitech lists 320×240, 640×480 and 800×600 in its 4:3 video table, plus 360p, 480p and 720p in the widescreen video table. Its maximum-rate line says 30 frames per second at 640×480; it does not attach 30 fps to 720p. The technical sheet also reports a true optical resolution of 1.2 megapixels and still-image capture options up to 3 megapixels. Those still-image numbers do not turn into 3-megapixel video. A buyer choosing this camera for a moving scene should check the actual application mode rather than assume the highest listed resolution runs at the highest listed frame rate.
Fixed focus, field angle and light correction
The C260 specification identifies fixed focus. A stable seated user at a known distance is a more plausible fit than someone who frequently changes distance from the lens, because the camera is not documented as refocusing automatically. Logitech lists a 60-degree field of view but does not say whether that number is horizontal, vertical or diagonal. It should not be compared with products whose diagonal measurement is explicit. RightLight 2 is listed as an image-adjustment feature; it is not a visible lamp aimed at the user's face. Logitech's specification explicitly says there is no privacy shade, so a physical lens block is not part of the documented feature set.
Microphone, cable and physical setup
Logitech describes a built-in microphone with noise suppression. The materials do not give a pickup distance, establish a built-in speaker, or quantify how the microphone behaves in a particular room. USB 2.0 and a 1.5-meter cable are listed, and the getting-started guide shows a flexible clip/base. The connector's physical shape is not identified, so USB 2.0 does not prove USB-C or a particular camera-side plug. Logitech's technical table lists no privacy shade; it does not document an audio cutoff action. Keep a separate headset or speaker option in mind if the rest of the desk audio setup matters.
Where the C260 fits now
The manufacturer's release-time operating-system list names Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 editions. That is historical compatibility evidence, not a promise for a current computer, browser or meeting app. Verify camera-class or driver support with the host you intend to use. The C260 is most defensible when the desired routine is a fixed desk position, 720p capture is acceptable, and the buyer can tolerate an unspecified 720p rate and no physical privacy shade. If measured framing, automatic focus or a mapped current offer matters, compare a model with those exact facts documented. This review records source evidence and editorial tradeoffs, not hands-on image or microphone testing.
What else to compare
For a portable 720p camera with documented autofocus and a 69-degree diagonal frame, compare the already-reviewed Logitech C525. Choose it only if those documented differences suit the setup and its exact offer is also verified.
Before you buy
Does the C260 record 720p at 30 fps?
Logitech lists 720p widescreen capture but states its 30 fps maximum at VGA. The checked table does not establish a 720p frame rate.
Is its 3-megapixel figure a video resolution?
No. Logitech separates the 3-megapixel still-image capture option from video modes that top out at 720p.
Does C260 autofocus or provide a privacy shade?
The technical sheet says fixed focus and explicitly lists no privacy shade. A physical cover is not documented for this model.
Is the field of view 60 degrees diagonal?
Logitech lists 60 degrees but does not name the measurement axis, so a diagonal field cannot be confirmed.
Is ASIN B07CJNZZJV confirmed as part 960-000688?
No. The saved row ASIN was not mapped to the exact part; use the tagged C260 part search and verify the seller listing.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Logitech C260 technical specifications; exact 960-000688 part cross-reference at B&H ↗ — checked October 10, 2026.
- Logitech C260 technical specifications: video modes, VGA rate ceiling, focus, field value, mic and USB ↗ — checked October 10, 2026.
- Logitech C260 getting-started guide: microphone, lens and flexible clip/base ↗ — checked October 10, 2026.
- B&H exact manufacturer-part cross-reference for C260 960-000688 ↗ — checked October 10, 2026.
- Search this model on Amazon · Tagged exact-model and part search; frozen ASIN B07CJNZZJV is not mapped ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 10, 2026.
The decision
Consider C260 for fixed-distance 720p calls only after checking the 720p rate, current host support and exact seller part; the 3MP still figure is not a video mode.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.