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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 (Blue)

Brand: Microsoft

615 ratings

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$34.99

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Brand	Microsoft
Connectivity Technology	USB
Color	Blue
Video Capture Resolution	720p
Lens Type	Wide-Angle
Effective Still Resolution	1.3 MP

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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 General Features: Blue color VGA CMOS sensor technology
640 x 480 motion video resolution 1.3 megapixel interpolated 55 diagonal field of view
4x digital zoom USB 2.0 interface Integrated unidirectional noise cancelling microphone
Flexible universal attachment base Digital pan and tilt Vertical tilt and swivel pan
Live Call Button

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Product Dimensions

8.1 x 7 x 3.1 inches

Item Weight

4.8 ounces

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B0015BWO5W

Item model number

RKA-00001

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615 ratings

4.2 out of 5 stars

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#3,718 in Webcams

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

Date First Available

July 7, 2004

Manufacturer

Microsoft

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Product Description

Introducing the Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 – Featuring Windows Live compatibility, World Class VGA Optics, superior low-light performance and a fun flexible design. Share more experiences with family and friends. Optimized for Windows Live and Windows 7, the LifeCam Cinema also works with Yahoo Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger and Skype for video calls and messaging.

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Product Features:

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Swap and share photos live during a video call
Windows Live™ call button for use with Windows Live Messenger.

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Crystal-clear audio
Built-in unidirectional microphone with acoustic noise cancellation
Echo cancellation*

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World-class VGA optics
Auto-adjusts for low-light conditions
Pan, tilt, zoom**
Always focused***

Fun, Flexible Base

Bend, fold and shape the flexible base for the best angle on laptop screens, flat panels and traditional monitors.

* Echo cancellation available with Windows Vista, Windows Live Messenger, and Microsoft® Office Communicator.
** Not available when previewing and capturing video at 640 × 480 esolution.
*** Focus depth of field from 21" to 60".

How to Make a Video Call:

With a simple calling interface and integration with Microsoft LifeCams, you'll find that video calling is the next best thing to being there. It's easy, it's free, and you can get started today. All you need is a PC, an Internet connection, an ISP, a webcam, and a friend. Then follow the steps below to make a video call.

Step 1
Buy and install a LifeCam. Don't have one? Start shopping. Step 2
Sign in to your Windows Live™ Messenger account or other messenger service that supports video calls. Step 3
Once you are signed in you can either choose a contact on the Instant Messenger window, or press the video call button on your webcam. Then click the Video link to start a video call.

Find a Webcam That's Right for You:

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2.0 MP
VGA
VGA
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VGA
Photo Size 8 MP
8 MP
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Focus Type - Always Focused means that no fine tuning is needed as the webcam is always in focus from a depth of 21" to 60" Auto Focus
Always Focused
Always Focused
Always Focused
Always Focused
Fixed Focus
Digital Zoom - delivers realistic, up-close-and-personal video, so you can see the contours of every smile 5x
5x
3x
3x
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Wide-Angle Lens - the 71 degree wide angle lens ensures no one gets left out of the pictures Yes
Yes
Built-In Microphone - a built-in unidirectional microphone cancels out acoustic noise and echo for crystal-clear audio Digital, Noise-Cancelling
Noise-Cancelling
Noise-Cancelling
Noise-Cancelling
Noise-Cancelling
Noise-Cancelling
Fits Laptops or PCs Both Both Both Laptops only Both Both

LifeCam VX-5000 System Requirements:

Windows 7 or Windows Vista®
- Intel Pentium® 4 2.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended)
- 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended), 200–600 MB Hard Drive
or Windows® XP
- Intel Pentium 4 1.8 GHz (Pentium Dual-Core 1.8 GHz or higher recommended)
- 256 MB of RAM (500 MB recommended), 400–1250 MB Hard Drive300 MB free
Sound card with Windows compatible speakers or headphones
USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended)
CD drive
Internet functions (post to Windows Live™ Spaces, send in e-mail, video calls) also require: Broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem

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4 star		14%
3 star		10%
2 star		7%
1 star		5%

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Jayson A Olson

Nice 'entry' camera, but too basic of instructions?

Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2009

Color: BlueVerified Purchase

Sure, it's meant to be PnP (plug and play), but even I was surprised with the lack of documentation that comes with this entry level webcam.

And as far as entry level webcams go, for this price point, you really can't go wrong with this pick.

Straight out of the box, the contents are three: 1) Camera, 2) ver 2.0 software on CD, and finally, 3) little quad-fold english/spanish intruction sheet. Really? A small plug and play instruction sheet? Yup, that's it. Not that I'm a huge fan of overly complicated and awe inspiring manuals, but for the juggernaut that is MS, I was a but dissapointed with the lack of a written manual. It seems on something like this, it would be a no brainer to include even an abbreviated manual for non-techies to understand how to operate once installed. No, you're on your own by visiting the MS web page and sifting through thier documents.

Also, out of the box I recommend, (like another user suggested), to go straight to the support site and download the newer software and not even use the enclosed disc. It ships with v2.0 software, but as of my writing 2.04 is available.

The camera itself is pretty impressive. In my office, the picture looks good under low light conditions, it's picture clear, the built in mic does it's job once configured (an important step you should not skip). The base, while a nice idea, isn't as robust and sturdy as the box copy proclaims, but adequate enough to do the job. Some may find themselves using a piece of tape or other weighted object to keep it still....a clamp option would have been nice.

But the reason I'm knocking this down a star is based on the lack-luster descriptions and "how-to's" for the software. Once you download and get the camera operational, again, you're on your own to figure out how to record, what your effects options are, what file extensions are used and default storage. For intermediate and advanced users, this may seem like a no brainer or intuitive, but for beginners....you can feel a bit lost. It's as if if MS says "Here you are...here's your webcam" and walks away.

Some of the bundled software or apps you can optionally load seem like aesthetic window dressing...for fun...Take effects for example: There are plenty of cool effects, but some are pretty lame, and the icons really don't help explain what they are until you click and discover for yourself. Some nice toys to play with, but they lose their novelty value fast.

I was really hoping for some documenation or pointers on video blogging, atleast the basics...but again...you're on your own. Looks like I'll be printing out or buying additional manuals later, but what do you expect from a sub $30 price point? A little more consideration to the entry level user would have easily given this 5 stars. Overall a good camera in a sea of over-priced mediocre ones.

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BrianD

Apple iSight Envy

Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2009

Color: BlueVerified Purchase

I have purchased a total of four Microsoft Lifecam VX-5000's for myself and family. It makes a great gift. The price is relatively low and it installs very easily. With Vista for sure you can plug it in and be video chatting within minutes without ever touching the CD Drawer. In many cases just plugging it in with XP is enough also, however on one install we had to use the supplied software. Not sure why it would not plug and play for that one particular situation but it may have been more a fault of the computer and it's flaky USB function.

We are using Skype to communicate, I tried Yahoo Messenger but it was too cumbersome and didn't provide a very good experience.

As for image quality? It's probably better than some webcams but not spectacular. I didn't really realize just how mediocre it was until I connected with my brother with him using the built in iSight webcam on his Apple Desktop. Wowzy Wow Wow!! The image coming across from the Apple compared to family members with the VX-5000 blew me away. For example my nieces faces are washed out on the VX-5000 if the light isn't just perfect, making them look like little aliens. Now I am debating the purchase of better webcams. Maybe it's a good excuse to consider an Apple computer if just for the iSight Camera. But that doesn't address the issue of my nieces who are not going to be the beneficiaries of a new MAC at my expense.

In the end if you just want a webcam that installs easily and doesn't cost much, this is it. If image quality is a higher priority, you may want to try something else.

I am editing/amending this to say that I have decided to relegate my VX-5000 to my laptop backpack for travel and will purchase a Logitech Quickcam PRO 9000 for my desktop. Update to come. Now that I have embraced the whole video communication thing I want a better webcam. If it works out positively, my family will be getting new webcams for the December Holidays.

*****This is a follow up. I now have the Logitech Webcam PRO 9000. Much better picture quality. Seems on a par with the Apple. My only complaint would be the slow to install software and the higher price(double). Otherwise I guess you get what you pay for as this is a much better camera.

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advproducer

Really Good For the Price

Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2009

Color: GreenVerified Purchase

After reading the reviews on this camera and many, many others, I decided to purchase this one. Actually, I purchased 4 of these to give to grandparents and other family members so that they could all see and talk to our daughter.

I have been very happy with it's performance. The clarity is really quite surprising and the sound is clear. Now you have to remember that it's a web cam and you should not expect crystal clear video as if you are watching something on TV. That being said, it is more than sharp enough for purposes of chatting with family members. It does have a little lag and blurring when you move quickly side to side, but I don't find that a problem.

It also does quite well in low-light situations and even when there is a large amount of backlight.

Included Software: As others have said, DO NOT install the included software! My mother-in-law made that mistake and had to have an IT tech come to her house to remove it all. Once it's on your computer it is very difficult to remove. I unpacked the camera, and just plugged it into the USB port without any software. My PC recognized the camera and found the drivers it needed within about 2 minutes. I then downloaded and installed the Skype software from their site and I was up and running immediately thereafter. The entire process, including Skype registration took about 10 minutes.

Honestly, I wouldn't hesitate to use this camera for business conferences either.

If you think you need a crystal clear image, you might want to look for one of the really expensive cameras, but for the money, I don't think you can beat this one. The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the incredibly messed up inculded software issue.

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