| Remove from comparison | Remove | Remove | Remove | Remove | Remove |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product name | |||||
| Price | $15.98 | $39.99 to $75.99 | $39.99 | $28.21 to $54.03 | $46.49 to $99.99 |
| CNET editors' rating | |||||
| Average user rating |  | | | |
|
| Release date | |||||
| 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. | We recommend the Creative Live Cam Socialize HD AF Webcam because it directs attention to the subject while the hardware operates smoothly in the background, allowing you to freely engage in uninterrupted communication with your friends and family. | The Logitech C510 HD Webcam is an inexpensive solution for computers that don't come with built-in cameras. Its 2-megapixel sensor takes 8-megapixel snapshots, and 720p HD video performs well with video-chatting programs like Skype, Google Chat, and Windows Live Messenger. With a handful of extra features like one-click uploads to YouTube or Facebook and fun video effects, the Logitech HD Webcam C510 is a worthwhile buy. | The Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 Web camera offers excellent high-def video and sound quality at an affordable price. Despite using a good deal of system resources at higher resolutions, it's certainly an improvement over stock Webcams. We recommend it to anyone looking for a smoother video chat experience. | |
| Similar Products | Compare more products | Compare more products | Compare more products | Compare more products | Compare more products |
| Features | |||||
| Product Description | Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 - Web camera | Creative Live! Cam Socialize HD - Web camera | Logitech HD Webcam C510 - Web camera | Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 - Web camera | Microsoft LifeCam Studio - Web camera |
| Packaged Quantity | 3 | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Device Type | Web camera | Web camera | Web camera | Web camera | Web camera |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | Info unavailable | Wired | Wired |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 1.6 in x 1.5 in x 4.3 in | 1.6 in 4.4 in |
| Weight | 3.4 oz | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 3.4 oz | Info unavailable |
| Color | Cool blue | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Camera | Color | Color | Color | Color | Color |
| Optical Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS | Info unavailable | CMOS | Info unavailable |
| Focus Adjustment | (min distance 19.7 in ) | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Automatic | Automatic |
| Interfaces | Hi-Speed USB | USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 4 x | Info unavailable |
| Audio Support | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone | Yes : Built-in microphone |
| Features | Adaptive lighting Automatic face tracking technology Skype compatible | Snap-shot button USB 2.0 compatibility Skype compatible | RightLight 2 technology Face Recognition USB 2.0 compatibility RightSound technology Skype compatible | TrueColor Technology Skype compatible | 720p HD movie recording ClearFrame Technology Optimized for Microsoft Office Communicator 1080p Full HD movie recording TrueColor Technology |
| Cables Included | 1 x USB cable - Integrated - 6 ft | 1 x USB cable - 5.6 ft | 1 x USB cable - 5 ft | 1 x USB cable - 6 ft | Info unavailable |
| Package Type | OEM | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| System Requirements | Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Microsoft Windows Vista | Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Linux Kernel 2.6 or later Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Apple MacOS X 10.5 | Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later | Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later | Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 or later |
| Microsoft Certification | Compatible with Windows 7 | Compatible with Windows 7 | Certified for Windows Vista | Compatible with Windows 7 | Compatible with Windows 7 |
| Environmental Parameters | 32 °F ... 104 °F ; 5 - 80% relative humidity | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 32 °F ... 104 °F ; 5 - 80% (non-condensing) relative humidity | Info unavailable |
| Software type | Drivers & Utilities | Creative Live! Cam Avatar Creator Drivers & Utilities Creative Live! Cam Central 2 muveeNow 2.0 | Logitech Video Effects Drivers & Utilities Logitech Vid HD | Drivers & Utilities | Info unavailable |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1.8 in x 1.8 in x 4 in | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 1.6 in x 1.5 in x 4.3 in | 1.6 in x 4.4 in |
| Optical sensor type | CMOS | CMOS | Info unavailable | CMOS | Info unavailable |
| Battery | Info unavailable | None | None | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Info unavailable | 1 year warranty | 2 years warranty | 3 years warranty | 3 years warranty |
| Video input type | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Webcam | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Localization | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | United States | Info unavailable |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | | | | | |
| Remove from comparison | Remove | Remove | Remove | Remove | Remove |
Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000 compare (Green)
%20-%20WebCams%20-%20CNET%20Reviews&srcUrl=http://reviews.cnet.com/webcams/microsoft-lifecam-vx-5000/4540-6502_7-33017049-4.html&x_breadcrumb=6451:6502&x_arw_bkts=MAD:high_wireless_switcher){kind=small}