We tested the Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 under a variety of lighting conditions and were pleased with the image's overall appearance but disappointed with the color quality. Colors looked washed-out, and we couldn't achieve more vivid color through adjusting the settings. Images were sharp, however, and we saw only a slight bit of digital noise in dark backgrounds. Video was generally smooth, but quick movements, such as the waving of a hand, appeared jerky and blurred.
Video records at a maximum 30 frames per second at resolutions ranging from 160x120 to 1.3 megapixels, which is standard for this class of Webcam. You can capture still images at any of those resolutions up to 1.3 megapixels, and the Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 can take 5-megapixel still photos, but they're interpolated. The video software is easy to use, but there's an eight-second delay between when you hit the video record button until video recording begins. Audio quality with the LifeCam VX-6000's built-in microphone is clear and free of distortion, though we prefer the directional audio and clearer sound from the Creative Live Cam Voice.
Microsoft backs the LifeCam VX-6000 with a three-year warranty, which is better than the standard one year for input devices. Support is available online or via a toll-free phone number; phone support is free for the first 90 days after purchase. Microsoft's support site also offers FAQs, forums, and driver downloads.
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Where to buy
Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000:
$39.95 - $89.99
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