Logitech Pro 9000 PC Internet Camera Webcam with 8.0-Megapixel Video Resolution and Carl Zeiss Lens Optics

by Logitech

• The Logitech Webcam Pro 9000 now includes Logitech Vid video calling software. If your webcam does not include Vid, you can download it for free at Logitech.com.
• Ultra-smooth AutoFocus with Carl Zeiss lens system for sharper, fluid video
• HD video recording and 2-megapixel sensor capture detailed 16 x 9 widescreen videos and up to 8-megapixel photos
• RightLight2 Technology adjusts brightness for perfect images, even in dim light
• Premium built-in microphone with RightSound Technology for crystal-clear conversations

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.4 x 7.6 x 8.9 inches ; 4.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000RZQZM0
• Item model number: 960-000048
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,785 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #30 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Webcams
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 14, 2007

Product Description

Package Type: Retail

From the Manufacturer

Logitech Webcam Pro 9000 Be there with the world's best-selling HD webcam The exact shade of brown in your grandson's eyes. The dimple in your mom's cheek. Everyone's excited about HD. Logitech was the first to bring HD-capable webcams to the market. And the Webcam Pro 9000 makes being together online more real than ever. Whether you make a live video call to faraway family and friends, or record and upload your HD videos to YouTube, Logitech makes it easy to be there in crystal-clear detail. Smoother HD Video HD webcams capture video in crisp, clear 720p resolution. But that's not the whole picture. Video is a moving series of images or frames. The higher the frames per second, the smoother the video. At a lower frame rate, say 10 frames per second (fps), you may see some strange things. Lips out of sync with words. Jerky head movements. That's why Logitech HD webcams consistently deliver HD video at a much higher frame rate. While some webcams say they have HD, only Logitech HD webcams make your videos both clear and smooth.		Webcam Pro 9000 Noteworthy Features •  Fluid 720p HD videos in widescreen •  Dazzling 8 MP photos •  Auto Focus with high precision Carl Zeiss optics •  Built-in noise-cancelling mic Record 16:9 HD widescreen video at 720p Pro-quality Carl Zeiss lens for clearest image quality 1.3 MP Resolution Webcam 2MP HD Resolution from Logitech The built-in microphone cancels distracting background noise
Vid one-click calling eliminates extra steps and hassles. Autofocus brings you closer. Images stay razor sharp, even in close-ups. The webcam clips easily and securely to the top of any computer Make a bigger scene in widescreen From notebook computers to the top social networking sites, everyone's going widescreen. Now your videos can, too. Record and share HD videos in the widescreen format Great for broadcasting your videos online or emailing clips to family and friends Includes Logitech Vid for easy video calling Now crisp, full-screen video calling is free, fast and easy for you and anyone you want to talk to. Logitech Video Calling is built into your webcam, so you can: Call right away—easy setup in half the steps of other major calling apps Add a friend using their email address—not a complicated screen name search Make a call by simply clicking on your friend's picture Autofocus with Carl Zeiss lens system for sharper, smoother picture quality Webcam Pro 9000 is designed from the start to make sure you look your absolute best on camera. Capture your live video conversations in razor-sharp detail with top-of-the-line features, including Carl Zeiss optics, the leading name in high-precision camera lenses. Ultra-smooth Autofocus Lean in for an extreme close up or step back for a long shot—your image won't lose focus. The lens automatically adjusts to your every move for smoother video chats without fuzzy images, stutters and distractions. 2-megapixel HD Sensor—see everything Show the world your best, even when you're full screen. Webcam Pro 9000 gives you a breathtaking 50% higher video resolution than standard 1.3-megapixel webcams. Also capture and email stunning photos, up to 8-megapixels, at the touch of a button. Intelligent Face Tracking keeps you and yours center-screen Feel free to move around when you're on camera. You won't have to change the webcam's position or angle. Intelligent Face Tracking always keeps your face in the center of the video frame. And with the ultra-wide field of view, your whole family can take center-screen with you. RightLight2 Technology for the ideal image—even in dim light The webcam instantly detects and corrects for poor lighting—even tricky back- and side-lighting that would otherwise hide your face in shadows. It's like having your own lighting technician who instantly adjusts and balances the brightness on you, the foreground and background. Integrated microphone with RightSound Technology for crystal-clear conversations With some webcams, your "voice, voice, voice" echoes back during a video call. Logitech RightSound Technology automatically cancels distracting echoes and background noise. So video calls sound as clear and natural as talking in the same room. Want your video calls to be more private? Simply add a headset. Built-in universal clip attaches easily to any notebook or desktop monitor The integrated adjustable mounting clip is designed to easily attach to whatever computer you own—thin screen, widescreen or anything in between. Works with all instant messaging programs for hassle-free calling All you need for video calling is the webcam, a high-speed Internet connection and software with video calling capability. Unlike some brands, Logitech webcams work with all instant messaging programs—yours and whomever you call, so getting connected is hassle-free.

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Compatibility Package Contents Logitech Webcam Pro 9000 Universal monitor clip USB cable (6 feet) Webcam Software CD, including Logitech webcam applications: Logitech Vid, Logitech Video Effects, one-click video e-mail, QuickCapture for photos, webcamming software Applications for Windows—Windows Live Messenger, Skype with free full-screen video calling, video-enabled AIM, Yahoo! Messenger with free video calling Quick-start guide 2-year limited warranty System Requirements Windows XP (SP2 or higher) 1 GHz (2.0 GHz recommended) 256 MB RAM (512 MB RAM recommended) Windows Vista or Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit) 1 GHz (2.0 GHz recommended)

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Which Webcam Is Right For You?

Good  Better  Best	VIDEO QUALITY	HD VIDEO RECORDING IN 720-PIXEL	PHOTO QUALITY	OPTICS	CORRECTS FOR POOR LIGHTING	AUTOFOCUS	BUILT-IN MIC
For Mac
Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac	2.0 MP 1600 x 1200 pixels		8.0 MP	Carl Zeiss ultra-wide angle lens
For PC
Logitech QuickCam Orbit AF	2.0 MP 1600 x 1200 pixels	16:9 wide-screen support	8.0 MP	Carl Zeiss with motorized tracking			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Webcam Pro 9000	2.0 MP 1600 x 1200 pixels	16:9 wide-screen support	8.0 MP	Carl Zeiss ultra-wide angle lens			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Portable Webcam C905	2.0 MP HD 1600 x 1200 pixels	16:9 wide-screen support	8.0 MP	Carl Zeiss ultra-wide angle lens			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Webcam C600	2.0 MP 1600 x 1200 pixels	16:9 wide-screen support	8.0 MP	High quality glass lens			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Webcam C500	1.3 MP 1280 x 1024 pixels		5.0 MP	Glass lens			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Webcam C250	Enhanced VGA 640 x 480 pixels		1.3 MP	Plastic lens			with echo and noise reduction
Logitech Webcam C200	Enhanced VGA 640 x 480 pixels		1.3 MP	Plastic lens			with echo and noise reduction

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Enhance Your Video Calling Experience With Great Logitech Headsets

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless  With a 30-foot range, laser-tuned drivers, and a noise-canceling microphone, this headset lets you enjoy crystal-clear audio without being tethered to your computer.		Logitech Premium Notebook Headset  With a fold-flat design, carrying case, and the convenience of either USB or analog connections, it's easy to take your communications wherever you take your notebook.		Logitech Gaming Headset G330 With adjustable, behind-the-head design, pressure-relieving silicone lining, and pivoting ear pads, this headset delivers comfort that won't quit.		Logitech USB Headset H360 With adjustable, behind-the-head design and pivoting ear pads, the headset gives you a lightweight, personalized fit for pure comfort. And a USB connection delivers pure stereo sound.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1,616 of 1,648 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Video Clarity; Troublesome Vista Support October 12, 2007

By Robert L. Stinnett VINE™ VOICE

Product Packaging:Retail|Amazon Vine™ Review (What's this?)

Length: 1:15 Mins

The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 is one of the better webcams I have had the opportunity to use over the years. Its stylish design fits easily on top of my LCD screen, while its functionality and features continue to impress. However, Vista functionality can be an adventure at a few times.

First, let's talk about the good -- picture quality. Let me put it to you think way: This webcam works better than my high priced Sony Camcorder at picking up video in low-light settings. I was simply amazed the first time I used it in a room with compact flourescents in the middle of the night and had such remarkable clarity and picture quality. Logitech credits this ability with something they call RightLight technology (in the video review I get it backwards -- sorry Logitech!). Whatever you want to call it, it's one of the features that definitely makes this webcam stand above the rest.

Next, the optics themselves are impressive. The 9000 utilized Carl Zeiss optics and you can tell the difference between this webcam and others. If you want to find out what makes Carl Zeiss optics so good, I encourage you to do a quick internet search or visit Wikipedia to look it up. It's hard to describe in text how this optics setup helps -- this is definitely something you have to see to believe.

Overall, I found it worked well with all the major instant messaging applications -- AOL, Windows Live Messenger and Yahoo. It also worked very well as a stand-alone camera taking incredible video and decent still shots -- but remember, if you want to take a lot of still shots the quality you get from a product like this is fair at best compared to what you will get with a decent digital camera.

Now, let's talk about a few things that weren't so good about this webcam. The biggest struggle I had was with Windows Vista. Even though the box proclaims it is certified for Vista, I had numerous driver issues. The Logitech 9000 worked in Vista just fine, but for some reason at random intervals it wanted to re-install its drivers. One thing you should know if you purchase this camera is that when installing it you will want to make sure you have the installation program check for updates. I found there were two driver updates for the camera during install. However, even with these updates I continue to have that random re-installation issue.

The "helper application" that comes with the 9000 lets you do a lot of things -- such as configure the webcam, add effects, etc. Although I had no problem configuring it I never got the effects to work. However, this wasn't a big deal for me as I have no use for the special effects.

Overall, if you are looking for a quality webcam that can produce terrific results I highly recommend the Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000. Just be aware of potential Vista issues (which hopefully Logitech will solve). Other than that it's so easy to use even beginners to computers will be able to get it up and running in no time. A quality webcam at a good price considering all of its features.

585 of 605 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Cam; Don't be afraid to play with the software settings! December 16, 2008

By RLC

Product Packaging:Retail

Length: 2:06 Mins

UPDATE: Uploaded new video around October-November 2010 and this video is current as of February 7th, 2011. LATEST SOFTWARE RELEASE IS BUGGY! Watch Video
Also, I use this webcam to film beauty related reviews on youtube.

For those of you who've had issue with this cam, or those who've heard bad things about this camera; watch the video. I'm no public speaker by any means, but I think it's worth watching so you can get the best out of your new or potentially new webcam.
UPDATE: LATEST Software is Buggy! Watch Video
If you didnt watch the video or want a summary of what I stated in the video, I'll restate the main points below:
1. Always install the appropriate drivers from their logitech site. Often, the drivers on the disc are outdated.
2. Open up the Logitech Quickcam Vision for Enterprises software either through Start>All Programs>Logitech or just click on the icon provided on the desktop if there is one.
3. Unclick both Rightlight Automatic Settings(the eye picture icon) and Automatic Settings for Gain and Exposure(the owl picture icon). You can all find this under the gears icon. You can then adjust the bars left to right (especially exposure and gain) accordingly.
4. Under the camera picture icon in the software, you can also adjust for manual/auto focus, brightness, contrast, color, and white balance.
Doing all of this will raise your picture frame rate and minimize any blurring from motion.
Don't ever worry how you'll mess the camera settings up. If you first don't succeed at what you want, you can always re-click auto settings and start all over. Personally, I find it kind of entertaining when I mess around with it!

635 of 670 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars For Mac and OS X December 6, 2007

By David Stewart

Product Packaging:Retail|Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is for the benefit of Mac users, not Windows. I bought the Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 and the Logitech QuickCam Ultra Vision to choose a web camera for an iMac G5 2.0GHz, the generation immediately before the G5 iMac with the built-in iSight camera. And I'm running Mac OS X 10.5.1, the most updated (to date) Leopard. There is currently a camera for sale at Apple retail stores that is labeled the Logitech QuickCam Ultra Vision MP, for Macs. It is the same hardware as the Ultra Vision and Ultra Vision SE for Windows; all the Ultra Vision cameras differ only in cosmetics, color--they're all the same hardware.

On a Mac, the cameras both run on the built-in Apple drivers. There are no Logitech drivers, no Logitech software. Therefore none of the Logitech special effects or light and sound management that the box lists work for Mac users. No autofocus, no RightLight2, no RightSound. Kind of a drag. In addition, there is no ability to manage color, light balance, etc., from any operating system software on the Mac or from Logitech. This is pure plug-and-play, and you get only the most basic functionality: The camera and microphone work (not sure about quality of sound on receiving end) to deliver picture and sound, neither tunable with what is in the box.

What the two cameras have in common is that they work for Mac users. According to what I've read, any camera that is labeled as Microsoft Windows Vista-compatible or UVC (USB Video Class) will work just as these do in Mac OS X, with this prereq: You have to have OS X 10.4.9 minimum. Tiger (OS X 10.4) is currently at 10.4.11; Leopard is at 10.5.1. Both will support video and sound on UVC cameras.

That said, the Pro 9000 and Ultra Vision differ in some significant ways. The focus on the Pro 9000 (P9K hereafter) is tighter than on the Ultra Vision (UV hereafter). The focus on the UV is comparatively lower in resolution; you can see jaggies on straight lines on either camera, but they're pretty visible on the UV, and you have to look for them on the P9K. I would say the P9K is definitely superior, and neither is as good as the iSight cameras built into any of the current Mac lines (but then, if you had a Mac with iSight, you wouldn't be reading this). The P9K's resolution is finer than the UV.

As to color I would say that if I could have a compromise between the two cameras, the UV and the Pro 9000, it would be better than either. The Pro 9000 color/exposure is a bit washed out; the UV is a bit dim. E.g., a blue pinpoint oxford shirt looks barely blue on the Pro 9000, and much more saturated on the UV. The entirety of the UV's color tilts heavily toward blue, while the Pro 9000 goes more toward yellow. (I would be curious to know if the color balance varies by model or by individual camera. I'd also love to see if other brands, say, Creative Labs, differ too.) Both cameras adjust to changing light, but in low light the Pro 9000 is not just a little but significantly better; in very low light, the UV nearly blacks out, while screen light is enough for the PK9 to deliver a passable image, albeit with low frame rate and lots and lots of motion blur.

Note that on a G5 or earlier (any non-Intel Mac), the support for iChat and PhotoBooth's effects is limited--specifically, they'll do the first two panels (color effects, including charcoal, Andy Warhol-ish, X-ray, B/W, sepia, and the pinch, swirl, and similar effects), but none of the backdrop effects, either still or moving.

I found both to work with iChat, PhotoBooth, Skype, and several of the shareware camera apps available. So I would say they work, period.

While neither Apple nor Logitech provides much more support for cameras, eCamm.com has a bevy of camera titles that provide extra power for web cameras on non-Intel Mac hardware. iGlasses, PowerBoost, and a couple other titles provide color tuning, restore some of the effects capabilities that PPC Macs don't get in iChat and PhotoBooth, and provide recordability with QuickTime output. They do good work. iGlasses provides some control over brightness, contrast, saturation, hue, gamma, sharpness, gain, white balance. I didn't find these to really improve the images on the P9K, but they did help the UV. Once you get a camera, you may want to get some of eCamm's software.