LifeCam
Webcam for PCs
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VX Series
History
The VX series of Microsoft LifeCam debuted on 13 June 2006,[1] and were available for sale in August 2006, as Microsoft's first entry into selling webcams, with only two models, the VX-3000 and VX-6000. One of the exclusive features include the integration with Windows Live Messenger, by having a Windows Live Call button that can be used to easily initiate a video call.
These models both feature a similar round body design, with a round base, known as the Universal Attachment Base.
The entire series was designed for desktop use, as it used a base for attaching it to a desktop monitor. All webcams of this series interface via USB.
Specifications
| Model | Released | Video Resolution | Image Sensor | Built in Microphone | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VX-500 | 2008 May[2] | 640 x 480 | 0.3 MP | No | |
| VX-700 | 2008 Aug[3] | 640 x 480 | 0.3 MP | Yes | Seems to be available in selected markets only. |
| VX-800[4] | Japan - 2009 Sept[5]
Spain - 2009 Oct[6] |
640 x 480 | 0.3 MP | Yes | Part Number JSD-00007,
was released in 2011, while JSD-00014 was released a year later. |
| VX-1000[9] | 2006 Sept[10] | 640 x 480 | 0.3 MP | Yes | Universal attachment base |
| VX-2000 | 2009 May[11] | 640 x 480 | 1.3 MP | Yes | |
| VX-3000 | 2006 June[1] | 640 x 480 | 1.3 MP | Yes | Automatic face tracking software
Universal attachment base Pan, tilt and zoom |
| VX-5000[12] | 2008 May[2] | 640 x 480 | 1.3 MP | Yes | Flexible Stand
Available in three colour variants:
|
| VX-5500 | 2008 Sept[13] | 640 x 480 | 1.3 MP | Yes | Swappable plastic front covers
(in white, blue and red) |
| VX-6000[14] | 2006 June[1] | 1280 x 1024 | 1.3 MP
(5.0MP Interpolated) |
Yes | Wide-angle lens
No Automatic face tracking software Universal attachment base Pan, tilt and zoom |
| VX-7000 | 2007 Sept[15] | 1600 x 1200 | 2.0 MP
(7.6 MP Interpolated) |
Yes |
NX Series
All webcams of the NX series are designed for notebooks and interfaces via USB 2.0.
Specifications
| Model | Released | Life Call Button Rated Actuations | Field of View | Video Resolution | Image Sensor | Built in Microphone | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX-3000[16] | 2007 Sept[15] | 5,000 | 55° Diagonal | 640 x 480 (0.3MP) | 0.3MP
1.3MP Interpolated |
Yes | Face-tracking, digital pan, tilt, and 3x zoom
are not available for 640 x 480 video capture. |
| NX-6000[17] | 2006 Sept[18] | 10,000 | 71° Diagonal | 1600 x 1190 (2.0MP) | CMOS 2.0MP
7.6MP Interpolated |
Yes | Face-tracking, digital pan, tilt, and 3x zoom are not available for 640 x 480 video capture. |
LifeCam Show
- 2.0 megapixel sensor
- 8.0 megapixel still images (interpolated)
- 21-60" focused depth of field (fixed focus)
- 71-degree wide angle lens
- Comes with many attachments: Magnet disc, clip, and its own stand—it can be used on both desktop and laptop computers.
- Released: Sep 2008
LifeCam Cinema
- 720p 16:9 1/4" OmniVision OV9712 Sensor[19]
- 5.0 megapixel still images (interpolated)
- Autofocus
- Built-in microphone
- 73,5-degree wide angle glass lens [20]
- 4"-∞ depth of field (autofocus)
- Released: Aug 2009[21]
LifeCam Studio
HD Series
These series debuted in March 2010 and uses Microsoft's TrueColor technology for improved color balance. They all have 720p HD video resolution and have built-in microphones.[24]
Specifications
| Model | Released | Video Resolution | Image Sensor | Auto focus | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD-3000 | 2011 Feb | 1280 x 720 | 4 MP | No | Lacks video effects. |
| HD-5000 | 2010 Mar | 1280 x 720 | 4 MP | Yes | |
| HD-5001 | 2010 Mar | 1280 x 720 | 4 MP | Yes | Best Buy exclusive |
| HD-6000 | 2010 May | 1280 x 720 | 4 MP | Yes | Designed for notebook users. |