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Logitech
C270 HD Webcam, Indigo Scroll, part 960-000818

For a simple 720p C270 when you want the Indigo Scroll part. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Logitech C270 part 960-000818 is the Indigo Scroll finish of the C270 family, with a documented 720p video mode, fixed focus, USB 2.0, and built-in microphone. Logitech assigns 30 fps to VGA rather than explicitly pairing it with 720p, and the 60-degree field has no stated axis. The candidate ASIN B0051GNA3C is not mapped to this exact part.

Consider it for

A buyer looking for the named Indigo Scroll C270 part for basic fixed-position calls who can check host support and the current offer..

Look elsewhere if

Not for a required 1080p or 60 fps mode, autofocus, a physical privacy shade, an exact diagonal-field requirement, or direct purchase from unmapped ASIN B0051GNA3C.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • B&H identifies the Indigo Scroll finish and exact Logitech part 960-000818.
  • Logitech's C270 technical page documents 720p video, USB 2.0, and fixed focus.
  • The model includes a built-in noise-suppression microphone and a universal clip.

What to weigh up

  • The technical sheet states 30 fps at VGA and does not attach a rate to the 720p mode.
  • The 60-degree field is not labeled horizontal or diagonal, so it cannot satisfy an exact diagonal requirement.
  • The candidate ASIN is unmapped and current operating-system or app support remains open.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredLogitech C270, part 960-000818 Indigo Scroll
Documented video modes720p widescreen video is listed; Logitech's technical sheet gives 30 fps at VGA rather than pairing that rate with 720p
Focus and framingFixed focus; a 60-degree field is listed for this part, but its horizontal or diagonal axis is not stated
Light and lens privacyRightLight 2 image correction is documented; no integrated lamp or privacy shade is listed
Integrated audioBuilt-in mono microphone with noise suppression; a built-in speaker is not documented
Connection and mountingUSB 2.0, attached five-foot cable, and universal clip are listed; current app support is not established
Identity and setup limitsB&H confirms Indigo Scroll part 960-000818; frozen candidate ASIN B0051GNA3C is not mapped

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 12, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Keep the Indigo part separate from other C270 offers

B&H's exact part record names the C270 HD Webcam in Indigo Scroll and gives manufacturer number 960-000818. Other C270 parts appear in the saved catalog, but a shared family name does not prove that their finish, package, or Amazon offer is the same. This page therefore keeps the 960-000818 part identity distinct and does not borrow the exact ASIN used by another C270. The frozen candidate B0051GNA3C was not cross-mapped to this part. The tagged purchase link searches the exact name, finish, and part number; confirm the mark on the item and check what is included before ordering.

Use the 720p mode without assuming its rate

The C270 family technical page lists widescreen video through 720p and lower 4:3 modes. Its explicit maximum frame-rate entry is 30 fps at 640×480 VGA; it does not assign that rate to 720p. B&H's exact Indigo part page also describes 720p and rates up to 30 fps, but does not resolve that mode-to-rate detail. For a basic desk call, 720p may be enough if the host and app expose it, but a buyer who requires a guaranteed 720p30 stream should seek a part-specific mode table that pairs both values. The saved evidence does not support a 1080p or 60 fps claim.

Fixed focus and the unlabeled field angle

Logitech lists fixed focus for the C270, which suits a camera left at one normal desk distance and does not depend on autofocus. It is less flexible if someone moves substantially closer to the lens to show an object. The exact part listing states a 60-degree field, and Logitech's family page also gives 60 degrees, but neither source says whether that number is horizontal or diagonal. The numeric field therefore remains open for the matching system's diagonal-angle filter. If your requirement is a measured wide room view or an exact crop, do not treat an unlabeled 60-degree value as proof.

Separate image correction, microphone, and privacy

Logitech documents RightLight 2 image correction and a built-in microphone with noise suppression. Image correction adjusts the camera picture; it is not a lamp that illuminates the user's face. The technical page lists no privacy shade for the C270 and does not document a camera speaker or a shutter-linked microphone cutoff. A buyer who wants a physical barrier should add a suitable cover or choose a camera with an included shutter, and manage microphone mute separately. The built-in mic can simplify a desk setup, but its presence alone does not establish pickup range or sound quality in a particular room.

Check the USB setup and current host support

Logitech's technical table lists a corded USB 2.0 connection and a five-foot cable, while B&H identifies a USB-A 2.0 connection and universal clip for this part. That gives the camera a clear physical desk setup, though the USB-C connector filter remains unknown because the maker table does not describe connector shape. The support page records an operating-system baseline from the model's release period and no current downloads. A historical compatibility line is not proof that a present-day meeting app still supports the camera, so check the target computer, browser, adapters, and app before choosing it for work.

Choose this part for a modest fixed desk call

C270 960-000818 is a reasonable reference point when the exact Indigo Scroll part matters and a documented 720p mode, fixed focus, clip, USB 2.0, and built-in mic align with a simple desk setup. It is not the right choice for detailed streaming, a moving presenter, confirmed 720p frame timing, autofocus, wide-room framing, or a built-in privacy cover. Its part identity is stronger than its historical Amazon offer identity, so inspect the model number and package on any seller result. This analysis uses the manufacturer's C270 technical page and an exact-part retailer record; it does not claim hands-on testing or current availability.

What else to compare

For a different exact C270 part with a proven direct listing, see C270 part 960-000694; its finish, part, and ASIN remain separate from Indigo Scroll.

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Before you buy

Does part 960-000818 support 720p video?

Yes. The exact-part record and Logitech C270 page list 720p video, but Logitech's explicit 30 fps figure is for VGA.

Is the C270 autofocus?

No. Logitech identifies fixed focus for the C270 family, including this Indigo Scroll part.

Is the 60-degree field diagonal?

The checked exact-part and manufacturer pages do not state the measurement axis, so the diagonal value remains unknown.

Is B0051GNA3C the Indigo Scroll part?

That candidate ASIN was not cross-mapped to part 960-000818; use the tagged exact-model search instead.

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.

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The decision

Choose C270 Indigo Scroll part 960-000818 for a simple fixed desk setup when its documented 720p mode is enough. Keep 720p rate, diagonal field, current support, and the historical ASIN unresolved.

Is it the right fit?

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