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Webcam flickering

Camera flicker may track artificial lighting rather than a failing image sensor.

Run the check

  1. Preview a stable scene under the current light and record when bands appear.

  2. Try daylight or a different lamp without changing camera position.

  3. If supported, compare available exposure or anti-flicker settings in camera software.

Read the result

Flicker only under one light source points to a light and exposure interaction.

Limits and next step

The browser does not expose the same camera controls on every device.

Repeat the check after changing one setting or connection. Keep a record of what changed before deciding whether the device needs service.