Compare Prices : Microsoft VX-7000

Review summary: Not really a 2MP camera

Verdict: Microsoft's Lifecam VX-7000 sports a high-definition 2-megapixel sensor, 4x digital zoom, an integrated microphone with noise-cancellation, fancy video effects and a wide-angle lens. The design is quite sleek, with a universal stand that fits equally ...

Review summary: Compact webcam with 2-megapixel sensor

Pros: Compact size and sturdy base ; decent audio

Cons: Grainy video at lower resolutions ; video gets choppy at higher resolutions ; software has some annoying quirks

Verdict: There are better webcams that you can buy with your money than the Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000

Pros: Arresting design, easy setup, can be mounted on a variety of surfaces

Cons: 2Mp video lags badly, certain features only work with Windows Live Messenger

Verdict: The Lifecam VX-7000 offers a reasonable performance in most areas, but $150 is a pretty big ask for a webcam; particularly when some of its premium features don't work properly. Only consider buying if you're a Windows Live fan.

Review summary: The Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 may be the company's high-end webcam, but it offers only midrange performance and features.

Pros: Compact design. Plays nicely with Windows Live Messenger. Noise-canceling microphone. Bundled software simplifies basic functions like video recording and blogging

Cons: Boring looks. Limited range of movement. Slow, inaccurate white balance. Lame batch of special effects. Mediocre image quality

Verdict: Microsoft's high-end webcam delivers midrange performance and features. Most users will be happier with competing models from Creative and Logitech.