Insta360 Link 2 and 2C Review
From the X-Series to the Ace Pro, Insta360 has made a name for itself by producing unique and innovative camera designs. Shifting from the great outdoors to the conference room Insta360 has even developed the Link series webcam to offer an AI-powered solution for professionals and streamers alike.
With years of experience and refinement, Insta360 is reinventing the link and aiming to offer a solid update to its webcam lineup in theLink 2 and Link 2C. Inspired by the original design and influenced by the latest AI technology, the Link 2 and 2C boast an impressive line-up of features and functions to accommodate your webcam needs regardless of setting. With AI technology on the rise and influencing every aspect of the technology, it's time to see if Insta360’s latest offerings are enough to push past other cameras on the market. Grab that coffee and let's find out in our review of the Insta360 Link 2 and Link 2C.
Specifications
- Current Price: Link 2: $199; Link 2C $149 (Insta360)
- Sensor Size: 1/2” Sensor
- ISO: 100-3200Shutter Speed: 1/8000 — 1/30s
- White balance: 2000 — 10000k
- Aperture: 1.8
- 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 26mm
- Resolution: 4K30fps, 1080p60fps
- FOV: 79.5°
- Built In Mic: Yes
- Audio: AI Noise Cancelling
- Audio Modes: 1. Voice Focus 2. Voice Suppression 3. Music Balance
- Desk View: Link 2: Gimbal auto tilts down; Link 2C: Manually adjust via controller
- Tracking: AI Auto Tracking & Auto Framing
- HDR Support: Yes
- Gesture Control: Yes, three gesture support
- Mount: Magnetic monitor clip mount with ¼ screw for tripod mounting
- Portrait Mode Support: Yes
Streamlined Design
Both the Link 2 and Link 2 C offer a functional and streamlined construction aimed at easy setup and use. In the case of Link 2, the two-axle gimbal supports the camera head as a single unit and offers an impressive amount of range both in tilt and swivel. A single touch sensor is located on the base of the camera to allow for activation of active tracking, removing the need to access the software