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| Price | $28.99 to $39.99 | $88.16 to $99.99 | $29.99 to $39.99 | $29.99 to $49.99 | $24.99 to $59.99 |
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| Release date | June 28, 2007 | September 09, 2008 | June 13, 2006 | ||
| The Bottom Line | Despite its uninspired software, the Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 proves its worth with outstanding image quality, a funky and useful design, and low price. | The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 offers a winning combination of stellar image quality, easy-to-use software, and a sturdy, stable stand. It's our Webcam pick for desktop and laptop users alike. | Despite its uninspired software, the Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 proves its worth with outstanding image quality, a funky and useful design, and low price. | The Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500 is a well designed, affordable Webcam with excellent image quality. | The Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 offers unique features such as the ability to post photos directly to a blog, but its video effects and image quality don't stand up to that of competing Webcams from veteran manufacturers. |
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| Features | Skype compatible Adaptive lighting Automatic face tracking technology | Skype compatible RightSound technology RightLight 2 technology Automatic face tracking technology | Skype compatible Adaptive lighting Automatic face tracking technology | Info unavailable | Automatic face tracking technology |
| System Requirements | Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP SP2 | Microsoft Windows Vista / XP | Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP SP2 | Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP SP2 | Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition |
| Interfaces | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| Lens Iris | Info unavailable | F/2.0 | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Optical Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS - 2,000,000 pixels | CMOS | Info unavailable | CMOS |
| Camera | Color | Color | Color | Color | Color |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | 2.2 in x 2.1 in x 2.9 in |
| Cables included qty | 1 | 1 | 1 | Info unavailable | 1 |
| Device Type | Web camera | Web camera - Fixed | Web camera | Web camera | Web camera - Fixed |
| Cables type | USB cable | USB cable | USB cable | Info unavailable | USB cable |
| Vista Certification | Compatible with Windows 7 | Certified for Windows Vista | Compatible with Windows 7 | Compatible with Windows 7 | Certified for Windows Vista |
| Software type | Drivers & Utilities | Skype Yahoo! Messenger Logitech QuickCam Drivers & Utilities Logitech Video Effects Windows Live Messenger HP Photosmart Essential | Drivers & Utilities | Drivers & Utilities | Drivers & Utilities |
| Localization | English / United States | Info unavailable | English / United States | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Gross sensor resolution | Info unavailable | 2,000,000 pixels | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x | Info unavailable | 4 x | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Focal Length | Info unavailable | 3.7 mm | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Focus Adjustment | (min distance 19.7 in ) | Automatic | (min distance 19.7 in ) | Info unavailable | Manual |
| Battery | Info unavailable | None | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Cables Included | 1 x USB cable - Integrated - 6 ft | 1 x USB cable - 6 ft | 1 x USB cable - Integrated - 6 ft | Info unavailable | 1 x USB cable - Integrated - 6 ft |
| Weight | 3.4 oz | Info unavailable | 3.4 oz | Info unavailable | 3.4 oz |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 years warranty | 2 years warranty | 3 years warranty | 3 years warranty | 3 years warranty |
| Environmental Parameters | 32 °F ... 104 °F ; 5 - 80% relative humidity | Info unavailable | 32 °F ... 104 °F ; 5 - 80% relative humidity | Info unavailable | 32 °F ... 104 °F ; 5 - 80% relative humidity |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | 2.2 in x 2.1 in x 2.9 in |
| Included Accessories | Info unavailable | Flat panel monitor clip | Info unavailable | Red interchangeable faceplate Blue interchangeable faceplate White interchangeable faceplate | Info unavailable |
| Product Description | Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 - Web camera | Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 - Web camera | Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 - Web camera | Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500 - Web camera | Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 - Web camera |
| Optical sensor type | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | Info unavailable | CMOS |
| Audio Support | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone |
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