Poor iMac camera lighting on 2017

My 2017 iMac is currently located in an area within my home that gets a LOT of full natural light. It seems to be throwing off the FaceTime/Photobooth feature as I always look very dark no matter where I am in the room. I'm not sure if it's just too bright in here or if there's something more going on.

I have checked the camera for dirt/smudges -- nothing there

I have restarted the Mac several times with no luck

I have no third party apps installed that raise an interference question

The OS it up to date as well. (Catalina 10.15.4)

So, I'm quite puzzled. Any help is appreciated!