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The editors liked
Compact size and sturdy base
Decent audio
Relatively easy to install. Good picture quality
The editors didn't like
Grainy video at lower resolutions
Video gets choppy at higher resolutions
Software has some annoying quirks
Insists on trying to load Microsoft Live during install to use "full functionality". Lead not long enough to plug into machine under desk. Slightly fiddly stand/clip arrangement
Abstract: Webcams tend to come in various shapes and sizes, often depending upon the whim of a design team. In the past I have worked with webcams that resemble a large eyeball, a cylindrical tube, and even an Egyptian-style statue. The latest webcam to emerge...
Insists on trying to load Microsoft Live during install to use "full functionality". Lead not long enough to plug into machine under desk. Slightly fiddly stand/clip arrangement
An average webcam for video communication, offering good picture quality. Minor niggles (stand and lead length) let the device down slightly
Abstract: Mam, a bits fell off me Transformer! No special advantages over nicer webcams. We had very high hopes for this webcam. On paper it looks like a match for either or both of the Creative models. It has a 2 megapixel sensor like the Optia AF, a 71° w...
Abstract: ukThis being a Microsoft webcam, the button on the top provides a direct link to Windows Live Messenger, which youre encouraged to install when you load up the software. It will also work with other messengers that take their audio and video directly from...
Simple Install, Small and easy to position, Outstanding 2.0 Mega Pixel resolution, Ready to use out of the box, User friendly
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The Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 is an excellent webcam with a wide variety of resolution settings and options. It has a built in Microphone for great audio performance and a very good stand / clamp attached to the webcam. With 2.0 MP video resolution an...
Smooth integration with a group of Microsoft multimedia products, One button video conference on Windows Messenger, Extra long USB cable, Audio quality suitable for podcasting
Not a good camera for traveling, Higher res video capture blurs motion, Idiosyncratic software features...
MS LifeCam VX-7000 USB webcam performs very well as a video conferencing and podcasting tool, and the tight integration between MS multimedia products is an excellent bonus. However, the blurry video capture at higher res makes an empty promise of high...
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Published: 2007-11-12, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com
Compact size and sturdy base; acceptable picture quality for video calls; decent audio.
Grainy video at lower resolutions; video gets choppy at higher resolutions; software has some annoying quirks.
There are better Webcams that you can buy with your $100 than the Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000.
Arresting design, easy setup, can be mounted on a variety of surfaces
2Mp video lags badly, certain features only work with Windows Live Messenger The Final Word 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...
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 dont work properly. Only consider buying if youre a Windows Live fan.
