Microsoft LifeCam VX6000 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Easy to set up and use. Works with all major instant-messaging clients. Includes pan, tilt, and zoom control.

Cons: Doesn't work consistently with every messaging client. Mic volume needs to be turned up high in order to pick up sound.

Verdict: This is a reasonably priced webcam with some nice features, including face-tracking, but we wish the built-in mic worked better.

Review summary: 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 ...

Pros: Flexible stand; adjustable camera; call button launches contacts; can post photos to blogs through software.

Cons: Call button gets in the way while adjusting; must install Windows Live Messenger; subpar video effects; delay in starting video.

Verdict: 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.

Review summary: The Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 is Microsoft's answer to higher-end Webcams, such as the Logitech QuickCam Fusion and the Creative Live Cam Voice. The LifeCam VX-6000 adds some interesting features that we've not seen before on a Webcam, including a ...

Pros: Flexible stand ; adjustable camera ; call button launches contacts ; can post photos to blogs through software

Cons: Call button gets in the way while adjusting ; must install Windows Live Messenger ; subpar video effects ; delay in starting video

Verdict: 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.

Review summary: Microsoft -Web cam is compatible with all operating systems for windows.It is having USB interface.It can capture still images.It is having Digital ZOOMx and autolighting for night vision. It is having build in snapshot buttons with attractive ...

Pros: Easy to setup, Universal monitor mount, 1.3-megapixel video

Cons: Skittish face tracking ability, Digital zoom reduces image quality significantly, No Windows 2000 support

Verdict: A good web cam for users with multiple people to put in the shot, or single users who don't mind extra space around the subject and features an easy to use, quality control panel. The LifeCam VX-6000 will be worth the money for most users.