Visualiser Classroom, USB Document Camera for teaching 4K with 3-Level LED Light, Image Invert Function, Fold, Dual Microphones for Mac OS, Windows, Chromebooks work for Distance Learning

I'm really pleased with this Kitchbai Visualiser. The image quality is great, and the autofocus ensures a consistently sharp image. It’s perfect for online tuition and getting images onto my computer without any fuss, making it easy to quickly get AI feedback on handwritten notes. The built-in light is strong and simple to adjust, and I even found free software that makes the setup even easier to operate. The stand is also a highlight—it’s sturdy and versatile enough for almost any orientation. My only small criticism is that the base could be a bit heavier, as it can tip over in certain positions.

The picture quality is high. The camera does not come with a proprietary app, but any webcam / camera app works. The stand feels sturdy and it can be really easy to capture due to it's mobility. The LED is bright enough to make a difference in zoom or any other video calling app, but as the auto focus is done by a button press, you'll have to press it every time you change the camera position. After pressing, the picture is smooth and will no try to refocus again, delivering a clear image. It cannot focus closer than 2 cm away from an object (picture gets blurry) and using it as webcam, can be a bit tricky to adjust the focus as you'll need to push the button from behind. Having the option to rotate / mirror the image in real time is a great feature as it can be used as a webcam but also as a desk recorder. Please note that the camera does not have an "in use" led.

Great product. Easy to use and great video quality

The packaging for this camera sets the tone - the setup instructions are printed on the outside, no need to dig for the manual. I've been using it to photograph documents and also record "first looks" at game books, recording via OBS. It works brilliantly. The focus button is quick and remains locked after use and the 3 stage ringlight around the lens gives great, even illumination with little to no glare on anything but the shiniest surface. As promised, you can mirror the image two ways using the buttons on top of the unit, and adjust the light in the same way. The ringlight was the only point where I had to double-check; you can adjust the brightness on the top buttons, but to turn it on or off you need to tap the printed fingerprint on the light itself. Not a problem once you know, but if you assume that increasing the brightness starts from 0, you might make the same mistake I did and start worrying because the top light buttons aren't doing anything. Overall this is highly recommended for anyone needing to photograph documents or record your literal desk/tabletop. It even works very well as a webcam for videoconferencing, but is high res enough to be unforgiving if you're not in full makeup :) This is a lovely piece of kit, and all that remains is for me to source a cover to sit over the camera for transport and privacy.

we use this at work so decided I knew it well enough to buy one for home. good quality photos and document scans. very easy to setup as it is plug and play, and works without issue on my windows 11 computer.

It's quite amusing to find a gadget priced under £55 that takes on tasks usually handled by more expensive models. This visualiser/document camera is a great option for budget-conscious educators. Featuring an 8MP sensor, it delivers clear images and video at 2448P. It folds away neatly, which is especially handy if you're teaching in London where space is limited. The LED light offers three brightness settings, and you can adjust the image angles, both of which are really useful features. However, while the multi-angle arm design provides some flexibility, some of the joints are stiffer than others, making adjustments a bit cumbersome. Additionally, the base could be a little heavier to better balance the arm when it's extended. Despite a few issues with balance and joint movement, the visuals are impressive and the built-in microphones perform surprisingly well. For the price, the blend of functionality and quality it provides is commendable. It's a strong contender in the USB document camera market for anyone involved in distance learning or classroom teaching.

I have to admit, I was a little sceptical at first, when I saw the price of this visualiser/document camera, compared to others, that were five times the price! However, I was pleasantly surprised. The packaging is a little flimsy, but more than adequate to protect the camera. Various people have commented about it not having instructions... as you'll see from the video, instructions were included in the box. Although built from plastic, the arm is sturdy, rigid, easy to position, and stays put. There's a small screwdriver, included in the base, to tighten/loosen the joints if required, although this wasn't necessary for me. The base is sufficiently weighted, to prevent it from toppling over, unless you significantly extend the reach of the camera arm. The video is very high quality and the camera auto adjusts based on the lighting conditions. The light doesn't seem very bright, but when tested in a completely dark room, it still performed very well (on full brightness). The autofocus is based on the position of the camera when activated, so needs refocusing (with the press of a button) if the height of the camera is adjusted. In some ways, this is an advantage, as it can be distracting when a camera is constantly refocusing each time you move your hands. The other buttons flip/mirror the video either horizontally or vertically, as required, and adjust the video brightness. The brightness of the lamp can be set on one of three levels, or turned off, by touching the ring light. It worked straight out of the box, without needing to instal any additional software or drivers. I used the 'Camera' app on Windows 11 to record the video. It folds up very compactly and is ideal if you need to present in different locations. I've not measured the size of the shooting area, but the camera wasn't fully extended in the video and the green mat is slightly bigger than A4. So, it's likely close to A3 in size. Greater areas can be achieved, by raising the camera on a box or shelf. In summary, it’s easy to set up, portable and performs very well, especially at this price point. Highly recommended.

I’m a primary school teacher and have been using this visualiser in my classroom for a few months now. It’s been a fantastic tool for showing books, student work, and demonstrations to the whole class. The image quality is clear, the adjustable LED light is really helpful, and it connects easily to my laptop with no fuss. The foldable design makes it easy to store or move between classrooms, and the built-in microphone is a nice bonus for online lessons. My only small complaint is that it can be a bit tricky to get an entire open book perfectly in focus — you need to adjust the arm or zoom a few times to get it just right. Other than that, it’s been reliable and very useful. Highly recommend it for teachers or anyone doing remote or classroom presentations!

Comoda per gli insegnanti.

La información erá un escáner y no es así, sólo es una cámara web y ni siquiera viene completa, le falta un control remoto y más botones en la base.

Mi hijo necesitaba un escáner práctico, multiusos y que pudiera llevar a todas partes. Así que nos decantamos por este modelo y está muy contento con él, porque no solo puede usarlo como escáner, sino que además hace fotos, vídeos y se puede utilizar como pizarra, cuando abres el programa "cámara" que por defecto viene con windows en el pc. Su manejo es muy intuitivo. Después de estirarlo para escanear, en la parte de arriba, por abajo, tiene una luz, que se puede encender y cambiar a más o menos iluminación según sea preciso. En la parte superior hay un comando de mandos, el del centro sirve para enfocar y los de los lados para mover hacia un lado u otro la imagen en el pc. Los de la parte superior e inferior también sirven para regular la iluminación. El uso es sencillo, hay que enchufar el escáner al pc, en mi caso es windows, pero también sirve para apple. Una vez encendido, se busca en windows la opción "cámara". Una vez que ya tienes preparado el documento en la mesa, comienzas el proceso de centrado. Esto cuesta hasta que te haces al aparato, pero en las instrucciones viene el enlace a un vídeo donde se muestra el funcionamiento, aunque no es demasiado claro... Una vez que ya aparece todo el documento en la pantalla del pc, puedes hacer foto, vídeo, escanearlo o incluso utilizar como pizarra interactiva. Desde luego, para su precio y lo pequeño que es tiene muchas funciones. Además, desde la tienda me han enviado unos consejos de uso, porque, como digo, al principio cuesta un poco hacerse con el uso, que os pongo por aquí para que sirva de ayuda: Te compartimos algunos consejos, puedes seguir los pasos a continuación, gracias. La cámara de documentos se instala automáticamente con el controlador, solo necesita conectar la cámara de documentos a la computadora, luego abrir el software correspondiente y seleccionar "Cámara USB" para usarla. En general, existe una variedad de sistemas informáticos, y los métodos para utilizar estos sistemas son los siguientes: 1. Sistema Mac: 1). Si necesita grabar un video, busque "Quick Time Player" en su computadora. 2). Si necesita tomar una foto, busque en su computadora "Photo Booth" 2. Sistema Windows 10: puede abrir directamente la "cámara usb" que viene con el sistema para usar. Si su computadora es una computadora portátil, también debe seleccionar "Cambiar cámara" en la esquina superior derecha de la computadora portátil. 3. Sistema Windows XP/7/8 y otros sistemas: si su sistema no puede encontrar ningún software, consulte la página 7 del manual "Sistema Windows XP/7/8", contáctenos, le enviaremos el software. Si no conoce el método de operación, puede ir a You-Tu-be para buscar "Kitchbai Document camera - MacBook operation method" o "Kitchbai Document camera - Windows 10 operation method" para ver el video.

This 4k usb document camera is so nice. I bought it for my mom, she is a teacher. The camera has very nice picture quality and zoom capability. It can fold down to make it very light and easy to move. Overall I would recommend this item!

Very impressed with how well this works. I bought it as a backup for an Epson document camera that was glitching, but when I tried it out, I instantly replaced it. It's so much better than the Epson 800 series, and doesn't need an extra power source - uses power through USB. Works better than the Epson, especially in low light conditions. Would highly recommend.