Why is the FaceTime HD camera on the thunderbolt display not as sharp as the iPad

I just hooked up the 27" Thunderbolt display. The "HD" camera is not very sharp (looks the same as my old iMac). By contrast, the iPad2 camera is clear and sharp? I've looked for settings or "About this Mac" info without success.

Additional info
FaceTime HD Camera (Display):
Product ID:          0x1112
Vendor ID:          0x05ac (Apple Inc.)
Version:          71.60
Serial Number:          CCGB9105LFDJ9DFX
Speed:          Up to 480 Mb/sec
Manufacturer:          Apple Inc.
Location ID:          0x40150000 / 5
Current Available (mA):          500
Current Required (mA):          500

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