Razer Synapse configuration screen for the Kiyo Pro.
RAZER KIYO WEBCAM SPLITTER 1080P
The Kiyo Pro can display up to a 1080p signal at 60 fps with SDR, or 30 fps with HDR. While I’m glad the option is there in case I need to fit more people in the frame, I primarily use the camera alone, and it looks its best when set to the narrowest option (80 degrees). SDR vs HDR depends on your lighting setup, which I’ll cover later, but at its widest FOV (103 degrees) there is considerable fisheye distortion to the image. Out of the box, my Kiyo Pro was set to SDR, and the FOV was set to its widest angle. Unfortunately there seem to be a couple of configuration options that have to be set inside Synapse: HDR and field of view (FOV). Inside Synapse you have access to all the tuning options your heart desires, as well as some quick presets. While each program has a different toolset for adjusting the video capabilities of the Kiyo Pro, the easiest way to configure it is via Razer’s Synapse software. My two main applications for testing were Zoom and OBS, both of which had no problem bringing the camera online.
RAZER KIYO WEBCAM SPLITTER PC
The Kiyo Pro connects to the PC via the standard UVC protocol, meaning almost any program will get easy access to the camera. Giving up privacy in order to bring you this review! Don’t want to use the included mount? The camera itself is screwed to the mount via that same 1/4”-20 port, making the Kiyo Pro one of the most versatile webcams I’ve seen. The included monitor mount has two points of vertical articulation and features a 1/4”-20 standard tripod mount to screw into most consumer-grade tripods. It also features a wide variety of mounting options, a treat for those who like to customize their setup. The camera itself is considerably larger than the original Kiyo by every metric, and that makes it feel much nicer and more substantial-a real high-end piece of gear. Left to right: ClearOne Unite 50 4k AF, Razer Kiyo Pro, Logitech C920, Razer Kiyo.2. Another bonus in the box: a plastic privacy shield for covering up the camera when it’s not being used.
It’s thick and long enough to handle most setups, but more importantly, it’s replaceable in case you need something thinner or shorter. The cable connects to the webcam via USB-C, and to your PC via USB-A. Kiyo Pro hardware and softwareThe Kiyo Pro ships with a nice, 1.5-meter braided USB 3.0 cable. Razer Kiyo Pro mounted on 27-inch monitor. At $200 you might wonder how much better it could be compared to more budget-friendly and classic options like the Logitech C920, so let me tell you: Under most circumstances-whether you are hosting a Zoom session or streaming video games to the world-the quality surprised me.
RAZER KIYO WEBCAM SPLITTER SOFTWARE
While the specs don’t look like anything on paper, the combination of software and hardware equal a device that I have no problem recommending-despite its high price.
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