Why do Laptop Webcams Suck??

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I've always assumed laptop webcams sucked because it was an easy spot to cut costs, turns out the real answer is a lot more complicated.

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CHAPTERS
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0:00 - 10 years of iPhone selfie cameras
0:35 - Storyblocks
0:47 - Intro
0:54 - This might be my fault...
1:20 - Sensor size matters
3:29 - Facial Recognition can also effect quality
4:44 - Lens Quality & Auto Focus
7:20 - Dell Ultrasharp Webcam
8:00 - Noise Cancellation
8:45 - The Silver Lining
9:10 - Storyblocks again!
9:46 - Outro