Logitech C615/910 Webcam - Installed software?

[opinio]

I have a Logitech C615 which works fine on my Mac minis and MacBook Airs.

I have not installed any Logitech webcam software/app though as it seems to work fine through UVC.

I was wondering if anyone has installed the Logitech app for the C615 (and C910) and if so is it any better? I remember from my Windows days that Logitech software always installed so much garbage that I did not want. I am wondering if the Mac app gives any quality enhancements?

Also the app appears to only be for 10.5 and 10.6 and I am running current 10.8.3. Apart from questions above, has anyone had any experience with the app in ML?

Also I pretty much use the webcam only for Skype.

These are the relevant links that I believe relate the the app I am referring to:

http://www.logitech.com/en-us/support/hd-pro-webcam-c910?osid=9&section=downloads&bit=32

http://logitech-en-amr.custhelp.com...ltZS8xMzcwMTYyODAxL3NpZC9GLW10N0pybA==#lws220

Any comments greatly appreciated.

 

[FreakinEurekan]

I don't have a Logitech cam but as a general rule - if a piece of hardware will operate with software provided by Apple, that's my preference over installing additional software. In my experience any additional features are seldom worth the hassle.

 

[old-wiz]

The add-on software from any mfgr tends to be not written well and is prone to crashing the system. If the Apple software works, stick to it.

 

[opinio]

Yeah I agree with both of you. That is also my experience hence the reason why I never installed it.

I was just wondering if there were any outright enhancements given it is a HD webcam and is designed to work with specific apps such as Skype.

I had a feeling it would be the old 'if it ain't broke don't try and fix it' reply.