At a glance
| Res. | 4K |
|---|---|
| View | 120° |
| Framing | Yes (DirectorAI group framing) |
| Connect | USB-C |
- Model Studio E70
- Released 2022
PolyLast updated on November 2026
Poly Studio E70 Review
- Small room FAIR
- Large room EXCELLENT
- 120° and 70° HFOV pair
- Four MEMS mics for DirectorAI cues
- PoE option
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On this page
Overview
The Poly Studio E70 is a dual-lens 4K smart camera with two 20 MP sensors, wide and telephoto views and DirectorAI framing, designed for medium and large rooms built on Poly or Microsoft Teams Rooms systems.
- Dual 20 MP 4K sensors
- DirectorAI group, people and speaker framing
- Motorised privacy shutter
- USB-C and RJ45 connectivity
Key Takeaways
- Silent framing with no PTZ motors
- Dual sensors for wide and tight views
- Privacy shutter for executive rooms
Best For
- Large boardrooms
- Poly G7500 / Teams Rooms
- Executive privacy needs
Avoid If
- You need long optical zoom down a deep boardroom
- You want a simple BYOD webcam
Pros & Cons
The Studio E70 is the camera to choose when a large Poly or Teams room needs both a wide view and a close-up. The dual sensors switch between them without a moving head. It depends on a compatible room system to show its best.
PROS
- Dual 20 MP 4K sensors
- DirectorAI group, people and speaker framing
- Motorised privacy shutter
- USB-C and RJ45 connectivity
CONS
- Best inside Poly / Windows room stacks
- No optical zoom
- Electronic framing, not mechanical PTZ
Review Scores
Score Breakdown
8.9/10 Expert Score
- Optics & Room Coverage9.2/10
- AI Speaker Tracking & Framing9.0/10
- OS Platform & Ecosystem10.0/10
- Deployment & I/O6.0/10
How this score is calculated
Each criterion is the weighted average of its available spec scores (0–10) from our Video Bars & Conference Cameras scoring matrix. Empty specs are skipped, not scored as 0. The Expert Score is the weighted average of the scored criteria, shown out of 10; stars = Expert Score / 20, rounded to the nearest half star. Not scored for this product (it doesn't apply, or the published specs don't cover it): Room Audio Pickup & Output. Its weight is shared by the other criteria.
| Criterion | Weight | From specs | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optics & Room CoverageField of View: 120 → 9.0; Ideal Room Size: Medium to large → 8.5; Pan / Tilt: Electronic (no motorised head) → 10.0; Max Resolution: 4K → 9.5 | 38% | 9.2 | 9.2 |
| AI Speaker Tracking & FramingSpeaker Tracking: Yes (speaker framing) → 10.0; Auto Framing: Yes (DirectorAI group framing) → 8.5; Multi-Stream / Gallery: People framing modes → 6.0 | 31% | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Room Audio Pickup & Output | — | No built-in room audio | N/A |
| OS Platform & EcosystemRemote Management: Yes (Poly Lens) → 10.0; Certifications: Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms → 10.0 | 19% | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Deployment & I/OMounting: Above or below display (mount included) → 6.0 | 13% | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Expert Score | 8.9/10 | ||
Scores by Use Case
- Small room40/100
- Large room100/100
Poly Studio E70 Review
Poly announced the Studio E70 in 2021, shortly before HP bought the company. Rather than a motorised PTZ head, it uses two fixed lenses and DirectorAI software to cut between a wide room view and a tighter shot of whoever is speaking.
Optics & Room Coverage 9.2/10
- View 120°
- Room Size Medium to large
- Pan/Tilt Electronic
- Res. 4K
AI Speaker Tracking & Framing 9.0/10
- Tracking Yes (speaker framing)
- Framing Yes
- Gallery People framing modes
OS Platform & Ecosystem 10.0/10
- Mgmt Yes (Poly Lens)
Deployment & I/O 6.0/10
- Mounting Above or below display
Full Specifications
General
| Best For | Large Teams or Zoom rooms on Poly |
|---|---|
| Ideal Room Size | Medium to large |
| Release Year | 2022 |
Camera
| Max Resolution | 4K |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Dual 20 MP sensors (wide and telephoto) |
| Field of View | 120° |
| Pan / Tilt | Electronic (no motorised head) |
| Auto Framing | Yes (DirectorAI group framing) |
| Speaker Tracking | Yes (speaker framing) |
| Megapixels | 20 MP |
| Horizontal FOV | 120° (wide) / 70° (telephoto) |
| Digital Zoom | Yes (lens switching plus crop) |
| Multi-Stream / Gallery | People framing modes |
Connectivity
| Connection | USB-C |
|---|---|
| USB | USB-C |
| Network | RJ45 for management |
Platforms
| Certifications | Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms |
|---|---|
| Remote Management | Yes (Poly Lens) |
| Software | Poly Lens, DirectorAI |
| OS Compatibility | Poly G7500, Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms on Windows |
Design
| Mounting | Above or below display (mount included) |
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In the Box
| Warranty | 1-year limited |
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Identifiers
| Model Number | Studio E70 |
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Product Details
| Brand | Poly |
|---|---|
| Model | Studio E70 |
| Model number | E70 |
| Release year | 2022 |
Price Comparison
| Store | Price | Deal |
|---|---|---|
| Hp.comOfficial Poly store | See price | View deal (opens in a new tab) |
The Verdict
I’d pick the Studio E70 for a large Poly or Teams Rooms space where fast speaker framing matters more than optical zoom. For long rooms with a fixed presenter spot, the Logitech Rally Camera zooms further.
FAQs
How many sensors does the Studio E70 have?
Two 20 MP sensors, one wide and one telephoto.
Does it have a PTZ motor?
No. It switches between lenses and crops electronically, so there are no moving parts.
What is DirectorAI?
Poly’s framing software, which frames the group and cuts to the person speaking.
What field of view does it cover?
About 120° on the wide lens and about 70° on the telephoto.
What systems does it work with?
Poly G7500, Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms on Windows.
Does it have built-in microphones?
It uses microphones for speaker framing, but room audio still comes from a separate system.
How is it managed?
Through Poly Lens, which handles firmware, settings and monitoring.
Can I use it with a laptop?
Yes, over USB, but many automatic framing features need a supported room system.
