The VCX organization aims to provide objective image quality testing for mobile phone cameras and webcam systems so that consumers can make a more informed decision when purchasing a smartphone or webcam based on a final "score." The VCX-WebCam 2023 international standard introduced image quality metrics and test methods for evaluating performance.
VCX webcam tests emphasize face-present and face-moving scenes, auto-exposure, white balance, noise, and spatial frequency performance. The final VCX score provides the level of camera imaging performance. A high VCX score means a high level of image quality. This test is designed for both standalone and built-in webcams.
These metrics require advanced test equipment for proper evaluations. Our VCX Webcam product bundle includes various tools outlined in the standard.
Included products:
iQ-Headturner
Webcam measurements
The iQ-Headturner allows you to control the movement of mannequin heads used for camera system performance evaluation. It provides a turning radius of +/-180° from the home position and a quick-change system for different mannequin heads.
iQ-Headturner product page
TE295
Webcam test chart
TE295 is a multipurpose test chart designed using the specifications outlined in the VCX-WebCam 2023 standard. It has been designed to work with the iQ-Headturner and mannequin heads.
TE295 product page
iQ-Analyzer-X
Evaluation Software
iQ-Analyzer-X is our advanced image quality evaluation software. Using AI-powered chart detection and high-speed analyses, you can learn precisely where your camera system may need improvement. Video live streams, integrated cameras, and videos from a capture server can all be evaluated using iQ-Analyzer-X. This software is compatible with the TE295 and many other popular test charts.
iQ-Analyzer-X product page
VCX Test Head (1x)
A realistic mannequin head
The VCX test heads are realistic mannequin heads designed by the VCX organization for webcam measurements. You can connect the head with the iQ-Headturner to control the movement for webcam testing. Please note that only one head is available in the bundle price (additional heads can be purchased separately).
VCX Test Heads product page