Customer Reviews

Logitech C120 USB Webcam w/Headset - 960-000542 *Refurbished*

5 star:		(2)
4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I had used Logitech's Quick Cam Chat for the past few years. However, after recently upgrading to Windows 7 I found that there were no newer drivers available from Logitech any more, so I decided to look for another budget webcam which could support Windows 7. I didn't require a webcam with a microphone or headset since I've already got an existing mic.

The C120 caught my eye because although it was cheap, it was also good (in fact the picture quality is much, much better than my old Quick Cam Chat) It has drivers for Windows 7 32-bit AND 64-bit. Setup was quick and a no-brainer. The LWS (Logitech Webcam Software) has an auto update feature which is very convenient. The webcam easily hooks on your monitor with its built-in clip, and it even has a small green LED to show when it's on. The black finish is very stylish too.

At such an affordable price, I'm considering getting another C120 for my Dell Studio laptop (the built-in webcam is below average) The Logitech C120 is a great webcam if you're on a budget but still want decent picture quality.

Current system used with webcam:
Windows 7 Home Premium x64
Intel Core i7 920/4Gb DDR3 RAM/ATI Radeon 4850 512mb

Pros:
- Cheap
- 640x480 @30 fps is good enough resolution and fps for most day to day video calls. The actual quality of the picture is about the same quality as the average built-in webcam in a budget laptop.
- The RightLight function helps make the webcam passable in low light environments where most cheap webcams would choke.
- Easy installation. Software installed easily and quickly with no hiccups. After that it is just plug and play.
- Logitech software is decent. Logitech is constantly upgrading their webcam software. As of writing this with the Logitech software you can record movies, take pictures and record motion activated movies as well as adjust exposure, gain, contrast, brightness and color intensity.
- Works seamlessly with third party clients such as Skype, AIM, Yahoo, and MSN.

Neutral:
- Universal Monitor Clip barely works on my monitor at the top center position (ie the ideal webcam position). I use a Dell lcd and the camera feels as if it would pop off if I actually bumped it. Actually, I just bumped it to test it out and it will pop off. The clip works. It keeps the camera in position, but it just doesn't seem very stable. Also I'm not too sure how universal this monitor clip is when it struggles with my lcd.

Cons:
- Cheap
- No mic. Not a con if you have a mic or a headset, but if you don't then be prepared to buy one. You can buy very cheap mics or you could just buy the Logitech c200 for an extra 10 dollars or a Microsoft webcam with similar specs for an extra 5 dollars and get a built in cheap mic included and not have to worry about buying a good cheap mic or wearing a mic or positioning a mic every time you make a video call.
- The RightLight function is nice and is on by default, but the camera only records/broadcasts at 15 fps or less in this mode. This causes lips to seem out of sync with voices and blurry motions and gestures. To get the full 30 fps you need to disable RightLight.

Verdict:
4/5

It works as advertised and if judged with the price in consideration this webcam actually excels in some areas. If you are on a very tight budget, need a cheap decent webcam and already have a mic then I whole heartedly recommend this webcam. But if you don't have a mic or you can afford it, I recommend that you splurge a bit and get a slightly higher quality webcam.

I cannot agree with the previous reviewer.

This is an inexpensive camera and I would not expect it to also contain a microphone. The picture quality is pretty good and the video is smooth and not jerky. Any jerkiness would be a function of the internet connection, not the camera itself.

I use this webcam with Skype with no problems and find it excellent value for money.

I use Ubuntu Linux as my operating system and this camera worked out of the box. It does what I need it to do (Skype, nothing fancy) and the price was right. Don't expect TV quality for this price. I already had a microphone so that was not a consideration. This is a buy recommendation.

I bought Logitech C120 because it was the cheapest in the store, but its features were the same like of more expensive webcams. When I brought it home, it was very easy to install the cam. It took me less than 2 minutes. It is truly plug-and-play. BUT picture quality turned out to be very bad, grayish and blurry. It hurt my eyes to use it. Its quality is totally unacceptable for me comparing to the picture I used to have with my old built-in laptop webcam that recently failed.

The PROS: Easy to set up, just plug it in and your computer will recognize it. Okay if you will rarely use it and you have a computer microphone lying around.

The CONS:You will be very disappointed with this. there is NO microphone, and the picture quality is bad, that of a basic flip-phone. The reaction time with the video is not good. It's very blurry.

After reviewing reviews of cameras I ended up with this. I am extremely happy with the purchase and bought another for a friend so we can play Skype drinking games.

Pros:
Quick setup (Plug & Play on Vista)
Quick installation (automatic updates within minutes)
Decent nightcam (not meant to be a nightcam but you can still see yourself in the dark)
The thing most of us take for granted....technical support backed by Logitech.

Cons:
NOT convenient to clip on laptops since the clip is perpendicular to the camera. Basically it is suitable if you have a shelf. If you clip on your flat screen monitor, it will look directly at the keyboard and no further. The point is, this webcam is only useful if you set on a flat surface or clip on something horizontally for it to be effective.

Overall, it looks like a $5 worth of webcam so hopefully, it will last for another 10 years.

I got it for $11 with shipping so I can't complain. If you pay over $20, you pay too much for this type of quality.

I have needed a webcam to chat with friends for a long time. I found this one on sale REALLY cheap and bought it. I already had a microphone so as soon as it arrived I plugged it in and it worked great.
For the price, this webcam is GREAT. You get what you pay for:
Quality is pretty bad when you try to use it in a high resolution, but if you're just trying to connect with friends via Skype, ooVoo, GoogleVoice, etc, then they can see you well enough and it's very useful.

Recommend to anyone that just needs something fast and cheap!

i am not going to complain about this, Just going to tell you how i feel. I got it for under $20 (SCORE!) and it was easy to set up (plug in and you are good to go in windows 7). I use it for skype and it doesn't give me much resolution to play with, my lady friend tells me that "Actual Size" is pretty much a thumbnail image. That is not good. If you can spend a little extra money go for one of the higher models, this one is good for one thing...tight budgets. Right light is horrible on this camera too, it only makes the images burnt out and unnatural. My advise is get this if you are unsure about using webcams, if you like it then get a higher end one based on your needs. I had this for about a month and just bought the C500.