Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac (Black)

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.7 x 3.4 inches ; 12 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001AOK7KI
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 960-000254
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (237 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #90 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Webcams
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

	QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac Noteworthy Features
•	Works seamlessly with Mac OS
•	Fluid 720p videos in widescreen
•	High-resolution 8MP photos
•	Autofocus with Carl Zeiss optics for razor-sharp video
•	Integrated premium microphone

Record 16:9 HD widescreen videos in crisp 720p detail

Be there with HD-quality video for your Mac

Designed specifically for the Mac, QuickCam Vision Pro gives you a crystal-clear video calling experience that a built-in webcam just can't match. Logitech was the first to bring HD-capable webcams to the market. And this high-performance webcam makes video calls look and sound so real, it's like being in the same room with faraway friends and family.

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.

Vid one-click calling eliminates extra steps and hassles.

1.3 MP Resolution Webcam

2MP HD Resolution from Logitech

Be seen 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

Ultra-smooth Autofocus with pro-quality Carl Zeiss optics
Say goodbye to fuzzy video calls. You'll look crystal clear on video calls thanks to Carl Zeiss optics, the world leader in high-precision camera lenses. And the premium autofocus keeps your image sharp--even in extreme close ups.

2-megapixel HD Sensor for vivid video and photos
Enjoy image-perfect detail and clarity. With nearly double the pixel resolution of standard 1.3-megapixel webcams, your video image is dramatically clearer. That goes for your photos, too, software enhanced up to a breathtaking 8.0-megapixels.

The integrated mic makes sure your voice comes across loud and clear



The webcam's universal clip attaches to any Mac monitor or laptop.

High-quality built-in microphone for clearer conversations
This premium mic makes sure you're clearly heard, even when you're speaking from several feet away. And if you want audio privacy during your video call, it's as simple as adding a headset.

Dim light

Backlight

RightLight 2

RightLight2 Technology brightens you up—even in poor light
The webcam automatically recognizes and corrects for poor lighting—even harsh side- and backlighting. So your face is never lost in shadows. The people you call will always see you in the perfect light.

Versatile universal clip, case and stand
You can attach the webcam securely to large LCD monitors, thin notebooks and even the desk stand. You also get a durable, padded travel case to keep your webcam safe and protected wherever you go.

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 QuickCam Vision Pro webcam with 6-foot USB cable Universal clip Logitech Vid for Mac software 2-year limited warranty

System Requirements Mac OS X 10.4.11 or higher G4 800 Mhz or higher

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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			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.

Product Description

The Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro delivers image-perfect detail and clarity that far surpasses that of other webcam solutions--either embedded or stand alone--thanks to Carl Zeiss optics with premium autofocus, a high-end 2 megapixel sensor, and RightLight2.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

95 of 97 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Plug-and-Play All-in-One WebCam for Mac, July 19, 2008

By 

Lee (near Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac (Black) (Personal Computers)

Very good video and sound quality. Plug-and-Play installation. Easy to test and configure on a Mac using Skype or Yahoo Messenger.

I'm glad I waited for this Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac instead a Windows cam. All I needed was a quality combined webcam / microphone for my G4 PowerBook - no need for special effects. This cam had to work well in low light conditions, and with slower internet connections when I travel.

I've been using it for 5 days with Skype on DSL, and both my US and international contacts are receiving very good quality sound and image.

Although it has no built-in stand, it can actually be set on a flat surface or gently clipped above the screen. Since there is no driver software, it is missing the face-tracking features of the Pro 9000, and there can be lags with a lot of movement. Not an issue for me since I'm using this in a static setting. It also is missing Logitech's RightSound, but my contacts are hearing me clearly. No snapshot button or digital zoom. HD video can be up to 1600 X 1200 pixels, which may be a little better than the 9000. I haven't tested video recording using third-party software. No travel pouch.

In all - not many extra bells and whistles, but an excellent choice for Mac users who want an instant set-up, quality webcam.

69 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Mac webcam, January 20, 2009

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B. Becker (Seattle, WA - Coffee Capital USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac (Black) (Personal Computers)

If you have a Mac and need a webcam, this is the one to get. It is a bit pricey, but in my opinion is worth the cost. I am using it with Skype, it was very quick and easy to install. It delivers a very sharp image, has excellent auto-focus, light balance and reacts well to movement - even when trying to capture my fast moving toddler.
If you're wondering what the difference is between this and the very similar looking Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000, it is that the auto-focus and light balancing features are build into the HARDWARE of this camera, and are not dependent on software running on a Microsoft OS to be utilized. That is why it is "for Mac" and why it costs a little more. I chose this camera because it is the only one I found that offers these features when used with a Mac. If you don't care about auto-focus or lighting, you may use just about any camera with your Mac and it will work, just don't bother buying one that offers those features because they are typically software based, and that software will not run on your Mac.

104 of 112 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Requires a high-power Mac, August 14, 2008

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D. Shepard (Boston) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac (Black) (Personal Computers)

This product listing is a bit misleading in that the Mac can't really take advantage of the high resolution of this camera. Apple software simply does not support such high resolution: as it says in the specs above, "Photo Booth and iChat support a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 pixels."

Talia, your G4 iMac simply doesn't have enough horsepower , in processor speed or video resolution, to do satisfying video chat- with any video camera. You have to dig into the iChat specifications, but this is what Apple states for 1-1 video chat requirements: 320-by-240 pixel video resolution requires a minimum of 1.8 GHz G5, or 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo (one of the newer dual-processor computers). According to their specs, your computer would support a video resolution of 160-by-120 pixels- this is a video picture that is approximately 2 inches by 1.5 inches in size- tiny. If the chat window is any bigger, no matter what camera you use, the video will be choppy and poor quality because your Mac simply is not capable of processing the signals and displaying the video fast enough. I'm very sorry - there's not enough info here for you to have known that.

The specifications listed here are entirely inadequate for consumers to know how well this camera will work with their computer.