equipment$85–90used in 1 side quest
USB document camera
An overhead camera on an adjustable arm that connects to a laptop and shows your hands working on small objects. Projects detailed demonstrations to groups without crowding around.
What to look for
- 1At least 8 megapixel resolution for fine detail work
- 2Flexible multi-joint arm reaching 12+ inches above workspace
- 3Built-in LED lighting to eliminate shadows on work surface
- 4Included software with zoom and image capture features
Skip
- Fixed-angle cameras that can't tilt to avoid glare
- Models requiring separate capture cards or complex setup
- Cameras under 5 megapixels that blur small components
Used for: demonstrating watch repair to small groups · teaching illustration techniques with visible brush strokes · showing circuit board soldering in real time · projecting detailed handwork to 8-10 learners simultaneously
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
