TOP 5 Best Document Camera for Teachers in 2022 [UK & US]

Teachers have come to love the use of document cameras in the classroom. That is because it integrates technology into the student-teacher environment.

Once you connect this equipment to a computer, you can display real-time math problems, books, video, images, maps, science, experiments, student work, and much more.

The possibilities are endless here…

Our top 3 best affordable document camera for teachers in UK and US are:

Best Document Camera for teachers in 2022

Before picking a document camera for the classroom, ask yourself this – Is it compatible with our existing classroom technology?

This is important since you need to determine the type of connection you want to use (with or without a computer, wireless, etc.) and see if it is compatible with other devices.

Once that is out of the way, ask again – How good is the camera quality, power, storage, built-in microphone and recording limit?

• Epson DC-21 HD With Optical Zoom

The Epson DC-21 is a top-of-the-line product. It is multi-purpose – captures 3D objects, books, and experiments in HD resolution.

You can either choose to directly connect it to your television or projector with the HDMI port – or record the lesson for absent students on an SD card for future viewing.

Pros

It allows you magnify images (up to 12x)

Design is flexible

Camera can capture an area of 11.7″ x 20.7″

It has built-in microphone, and supports USB-B, VGA, HDMI and Microphone Adapter

Con

Video recorded to an SD card can only be 720p resolution at 30 fps.

• IPEVO V4K Ultra High Definition Document Camera

The IPEVO V4K High Definition document camera is the perfect choice for you if you find yourself constantly switching between documents.

Pros

An 8MP camera for clear shots

Fast focus speed for great and clear images.

High frame rate to avoid unwanted pauses.

At full HD, you can stream at 30fps to produce lag-free streaming for a continuous flow in the classroom.

In situations of low lightning, you still enjoy clear non-distorted images.

Its multi-jointed stand lets you capture images at different heights and angles.

It works with multiple software and applications a teacher might use on Mac, Windows, or Chromebook PC.

Resolution: 3264 x 2448 pixels for live presentations

Frame rate: 30 fps at full HD and 15 fps at 3264 x 2448 pixel

Connections: USB

Extras: Sony CMOS image sensor, UVC camera with video

Con

None that we can see

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• Elmo 1349 Model TT-12ID Interactive Document Camera

This no doubt belongs to the class of budget document camera for teaching in schools. For the amazing features it boasts of, I would say it is worth the price.

It is also the most popular document camera available on the market and for good reasons too. It has exceptional digital and optical zoom; the camera can also pinpoint whatever detail you need to show students.

At 30fps at full GD resolution, this camera is great at capturing sharp moving scenes (video, experiments, and demonstrations, etc.).

Pros

A 2.4 Megapixel camera for shooting great images

Support for zoom up to 96x (12x optical, and 8x digital)

Resolution: 2144 x 1588 pixels

Frame rate: 30 fps (at full HD) and up to 15 fps (at 3264 x 2448 pixels)

Connections: USB, VGA, HDMI

Extras: Built-in Switcher, Audio input/output

• AVerVision U50 USB FlexArm Document Camera

The brand behind this product has always made exceptional build quality since conception. As expected, the AverVision U50 Document Camera is no different.

This great mid-range document camera has top-end features such as digital zoom, high resolution, and a great frame rate.

The unique swan-neck design lets the camera tilt and twist in every possible direction for easier viewing angles and manipulation.

Pros

A 5MP camera

A 2592 x 1944 pixels’ screen resolution

8x digital zoom

Frame rate: 30 fps (at full HD)

Connections: USB

Extras: Built-in mic, LED lamp lights, FlexArm camera

• IPEVO VZ-R HDMI/USB Dual-Mode Document Camera

The IPEVO VZ-R HDMI/USB Dual-Mode Document Camera features an 8-megapixel camera sensor, an HDMI connectivity and a USB.

That means it can be used with or without a computer. It works independent of your computer. This disaster-proof tech gadget is what you need to complete your teachings.

Pros

An 8MP camera

Resolution: 3264 x 2448 pixels USB, 1080p in HDMI

Zoom: 12x digital zoom in USB/PC mode; 6x Digital via HDMI

Frame rate:  30 fps (at 1080p)

Connections: USB, HDMI

Extras: Built-in LED light

• iCODIS Document Camera

Pros

It lets you scan many pages without needing to replace each page manually.

Scanning is quick!

The pre-installed LED lights has 3 light settings

Camera: 8 Megapixel

Connections: USB

Extras: Scans A3, video recording, multiple scanning, auto-correction

The OCR software supports multiple languages and allows editing of the scanned pages.

It is compact

Cons

It is compatible with Windows 8 OS and above, but not with macOS

• HUE HD Pro Document Camera

The new HUE HD Pro Document camera has an enhanced lens and design so you enjoy a better experience. It is available in green, red, black, and blue.

The camera presentation software is both compatible with mac and WindowsOS.

Pros

It lets you to flip images vertically and horizontally

A flexible neck that can rotate 360-degrees to view images A4 and US letter page from all angles.

The software supports automated capturing of images, videos, and upload to YouTube or save it to your computer.

When a lesson is ongoing, the teacher can annotate video and images with drawing, shapes, and text.

The Webchat software allows for chatting remotely with students or other schools.

Resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels

Connections: USB, mini-USB cable

Extras: UVC compatible, live annotation, built-in microphone, LED camera lights

• Lumens DC125 Ladibug Document Camera

To enjoy the many benefits (an 8MP camera, connection to whiteboards and more), simply plug it into your computer, and the camera installation begins.

The camera gooseneck allows for flexibility in image capture, even up to 360-degree angles and as close as 1.6 inches for a more detailed perspective.

Pros

An 8MP camera

It is portable

Takes crispy clear images and supports hands-free autofocus

The software is intuitive enough for a child to control.

Zoom: 8x

Connections: USB

Resolution: XGA, SXGA, 720p, 1080p, UXGA, QXGA (2048×1536)

Frame rate: 30 fps

Extras: Built-in LED light, Built-in Mic, Autotune

• Lumens DC265 Document Camera Projector

Spotting a beautiful design, the DC265 boasts of dual bright lamps on either side of the central camera to brighten up documents in dark areas.

With support for different connection types (HDMI, USB, VGA), the document camera can be connected to PC, laptop, TV or monitor making it an extremely adaptable classroom addition.

Pros

A 5 Megapixel camera

Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels

Zoom: 6x optical zoom, 8x digital zoom

Connections: USB, VGA, HDMI

Frame rate: 30 frames per second

Extras: SD Card Slot, Internal memory, Built-in mic, Multiple lamps

• Ipevo Ziggi-HD Plus High-Definition USB Document Camera

Affordable yet full of features, the Ipevo Ziggi-HD Plus is a simple-to-use, portable camera that is popular amongst Kindergarten to High School students.

It boasts of the Ipevo Presenter software which offers several useful tools; it hooks up easily and works with minimal effort.

Pros

An 8.0 Megapixel

Frame rate: 30 fps (at full HD) and up to 15 fps (at 3264 x 2448 pixels)

Zoom: 12x continuous digital zoom

Resolution: HD and SD resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 pixels

Connections: USB

Extras: Built-in mic

• Elmo 1341 model TT-12i Interactive Document Camera

This is one of the most fully-featured classroom document camera for the money online. It offers diverse connectivity options that supports easy integration with other classroom technologies.

Pros

An 3.4 Megapixel camera

Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels

Zoom: 96x zoom (12x optical, 8x digital)

Frame rate: 30 fps (at full HD)

Extras: External memory, Built-in mic

Cons

It’s a bit pricey