Logitech 2 MP HD Webcam C600 with Built-in Microphone

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 5.5 x 7.5 inches ; 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002GP7ZT6
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 960-000395
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (82 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #37 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Webcams
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 30, 2009

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

	Webcam C600 Noteworthy Features
•	Fluid 720p videos in widescreen
•	2 MP HD sensor for ultra-sharp video
•	Premium glass lens for crystal clear image quality
•	Stunning 8 MP photos
•	Built-in noise-cancelling mic

Logitech Webcam C600
Be there in true-to-life HD-quality video

When it comes to video calling, image is everything. This high-quality HD webcam delivers the details, from your split-second wink to the tiny freckle on your daughter's nose. Logitech was the first to bring HD-capable webcams to the market. And with its 2-megapixel HD video sensor and precision glass lens, the Webcam C600 makes being together online more real than ever.

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.

Enjoy one-click calling with Vid software, built into your webcam.

Widescreen for the small screen
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

1.3 MP Resolution Webcam

2MP HD Resolution from Logitech

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

2 MP sensor and glass lens for high-quality video calls and photos
With the high-resolution sensor and precision lens, you get dramatically detailed video that's sharp and clear. The one-touch snapshot button also lets you take vivid photos, software-enhanced up to 8-megapixels.

Dim light

Backlight

RightLight 2

RightLight2 Technology for the best image—even in dim light
Look your best in any light. The webcam instantly detects and corrects for poor lighting—even tricky back- and side-lighting.

The noise-cancelling mic keeps your conversations clear.




Spice up your video calls with fun special effects

Built-in microphone with RightSound Technology for clear chats
The premium-quality mic eliminates the annoying "voice, voice, voice" echoes that occur with some webcams. It also filters out distracting background noise so your voice is clearly heard. Want your conversation to be more private? Simply add a headset.

Clip it to any size monitor or notebook

Universal clip fits all
Attach the webcam easily and securely to your LCD monitor or ultra-thin notebook. The clip also folds flat, giving you the option to sit the webcam on your shelf or desk.

Logitech Video Effects make calling home extra entertaining
Personalize your appearance with hundreds of realistic effects, only from Logitech.

Avatars: Transform yourself into a talking shark or dinosaur that moves like you

Face Accessories: Wear everything from quirky glasses to crazy hats

Fun Filters: Turn your image artsy, neon or creepy as a ghost

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 C600 Built-in universal clip that fits monitors and notebooks USB cable (6 feet) Logitech webcam software CD Logitech Vid Software Quick-start guide 2-year limited hardware 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) 512 MB RAM or more 200 MB hard drive space CD-ROM drive OS-compatible sound card and speakers Hi-Speed Certified USB 2.0 recommended For the best video calling experience, we suggest: Dual-core CPU with 1 GB RAM Broadband Internet with 256 kbps upload 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 2 MP Webcam C600 lets you delight in the details. A 2-megapixel sensor and glass lens deliver fluid video and 8-megapixel snapshots. HD video offers detailed, 16x9 widescreen video at 720p. Video calling is free, fast, and easy with Logitech Vid. Logitech RightLight 2 technology intelligently adjusts to produce the best images, even in dim or backlit settings. With Logitech Video Effects, you can personalize your conversations by choosing from hundreds of avatars, face accessories, and masks that mirror expressions and motion. The built-in microphone with Logitech RightSound technology offers clear, headset-free conversations without background noise.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

193 of 198 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to install and use, lots of fun features to play around with!, August 26, 2009

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This review is from: Logitech 2 MP HD Webcam C600 with Built-in Microphone (Personal Computers)

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Length:: 9:37 Mins

This is me talking on the webcam and playing around with some of the special effects.

Here's a few pointers from Logitech's website:

"Vid doesn't currently connect with Windows Live Messenger(tm), AIM®, Yahoo! ® Messenger, or Skype(tm). But there's nothing that would prevent you from using other IM and calling services in addition to Vid on the same computer."

And of course, the computer requirements:

"Vid works with Windows XP, Microsoft(tm) Vista, or Windows 7. We recommend a CPU that's 2.5GHz or faster.
Macintosh: Vid works with Tiger 10.4.11 or higher, Leopard 10.5.0 or higher, Safari 3.0 or newer and we recommend a G4 1GHz or faster processor. And of course, Vid can work with Intel Processors as well.
Other operating systems: Sorry we don't have a version of Logitech® Vid for Linux."

Also, for Playstation 3 owners - this cam works for chat sessions and games like Burnout Paradise!

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another fine Logitech webcam, August 24, 2009

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L. Kornblum (Tempe, Arizona) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech 2 MP HD Webcam C600 with Built-in Microphone (Personal Computers)

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I already have another Logitech webcam, the Logitech Webcam Pro 9000 (Formerly QuickCam Pro 9000). When I plugged the C600 webcam in to my computer (an HP desktop with Vista 64-bit) the drivers installed quickly, and the webcam was ready to use within a few seconds.

It worked perfectly, giving excellent 2 megapixel videos and 8 megapixel photos. In switching between this webcam and the Pro 9000, it was almost impossible for me to discern a difference in the picture quality. I think the color with the Pro 9000 is a bit more accurate, but the sharpness on both cameras is excellent. The only differences I can find are these:
(1) the C600 has a "premium glass lens" (no maker is specified), while the Pro 9000 has a "Carl Zeiss lens system"
(2) the Pro 9000 has an autofocus feature; the C600 does not (however, the focus on the C600 seemed as good as the Pro 9000's)
(3) the C600 is a much lighter plastic and a different shape; the Pro 9000 seems much sturdier

As of my review date, Amazon gives a 27% discount on the Pro 9000 and none on the C600, making the higher quality Pro 9000 less expensive than the C600. I have no reservations about recommending the C600, but as long as the C600 costs more than (or is the same as) the Pro 9000, I'd opt for the Pro 9000.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best webcam I've ever owned and used..., August 30, 2009

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Thomas Duff "Duffbert" (Portland, OR United States) - See all my reviews
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Through Amazon Vine, I recently received a review unit of the Logitech Webcam C600. Of all the webcams I've owned and used, this is probably the best of all of them. They don't work and perform much better than this.

As with most Logitech items, the install was painless. Put the CD in, plug in the camera when the prompt comes up, and you're pretty much done. There's an option to Logitech's video mail service, but I passed on that one as I have far too many other mail services already.

When I started the camera, I was impressed with both the video and sound quality. The video ranges from small standard def sizing to full-screen high-def video. And with their face-tracking feature, you can actually move around a bit in front of the camera and stay centered in the picture. The sound was even more of a surprise. I was able to get excellent recording quality with the cam sitting a normal distance from where I'd be sitting. I even had a fair amount of residual background noise, and it didn't distract or overrun the volume and quality of the playback. Very nice...

There were a couple of nice features in the actual hardware, also. The base features the fold-out stand that allows you to prop the camera up on a variety of video screens. But it also folds flat enough that you can set it on a desk without it falling over. The top part of the camera has a flip-down privacy cover, which is highly convenient. You just slide it down over the lens, and you are assured of complete privacy from inadvertent viewing.

I would highly recommend the Logitech Webcam C600 for anyone who was in the market for one. For the price and feature set, it's hard to beat.