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Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1684 reviews of Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Webcams for all reviews. Reviewers really like the size and design. The price and usability also get good reviews, whereas there are some mixed reviews about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Webcams the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 user reviews of Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Webcams on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the reliability and size are overall positive. The design and price are also appreciated.

usability, price, design, size, reliability

89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 • Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000

Jun, 2018

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1045 user reviews of Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Webcams on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and design. The price and usability are also appreciated, whereas there are some mixed reviews about the reliability.

usability, price, design, size

85% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black • Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black

Jun, 2018

Expert review by : Matt Elliott (cnet.com)

Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 review

 

The Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 is an inexpensive, basic Webcam for laptops that delivers acceptable video quality and little else. The bundled LifeCam software is third-rate--we prefer the apps that Creative and Logitech bundle with their...

Acceptable video quality for video calls; decent audio; compact size with good clip; inexpensive.

Bundled software is frustrating to use.

It's cheap and compact and delivers acceptable video quality, but the bundled software plagues Microsoft's LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam. Creative has a model for nearly the same price that we like better.

Oct, 2007
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Expert review by : Molly K. McLaughlin (pcmag.com)

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000

 

The LifeCam VX-3000 is easy to use and includes a good set of features, but its mic could be im-proved.

Works with all major instant-messaging clients. Includes pan, tilt, and zoom control.

Mediocre video quality. Mic doesn't pick up sound easily.

More webcam reviews:• Logi Circle• Zmodo Pivot• Allie Home Camera• Ezviz Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera• Netgear Arlo Q• more

Aug, 2006
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Expert review by : Dana Wollman (laptopmag.com)

Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000

 

At 60 bucks, the LifeCam NX-3000 is a great webcam for beginners.

Feb, 2008
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Expert review by : Hardware Pacers (hardware-pacers.com)

Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000

 

The Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 is a nice webcam with a pretty good variety of resolution settings and options. It has a built in noise canceling microphone for great audio performance and a very good clamp attached to the webcam. With its small size,...

Easy clamp for notebooks, User friendly

Max resolution is 640 x 480.

Sep, 2008
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Expert review by : Hardware Pacers (hardware-pacers.com)

Microsoft LifeCam VX3000 Web Cam

 

The Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a remarkable webcam that produces quality video. The VX-3000 is easily comparable to other top end video webcams on the market today. 640x480 video resolution coupled with 1.3 Mega Pixel photo resolution LifeCam VX-3000...

Simple Install, Small and easy to position, 640x480 video resolution + 1.3 Mega Pixel Photo resolution, Ready to use out of the box, Nice Price, User friendly

Video resolution and quality is not as high as the VX-6000

Aug, 2006
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Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

Microsoft Lifecam NX-3000

 

These days, a webcam needs to be pretty damn special if it hopes to find permanent residence on your notebook. After all, most portable computers now ...

Good sound quality, sleek and functional design, affordable price

Below average in dim lighting, certain features only work with Windows Live Messenger

The Lifecam NX-3000 performs its primary function -- and little else -- to middling effect. If your notebook is already equipped with an inbuilt camera there's very little reason to consider this purchase.

Jan, 2008
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Expert review by : Stephen Patrick (pocket-lint.com)

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 webcam

 

When it comes to holding a video conference or simply chatting with friends over MSN, a webcam can really enhance the experience. The Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 slips in to any available USB port on your PC. It has a clip that has been designed to...

Easy to use

Lacks sharpness, tries to tie you in to MSN

For the asking price, the Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a no frills webcam that works well but isn’t exactly cutting-edge and the average family will quickly find itself out-growing its capabilities.

Mar, 2008
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Expert review by : Matthew Elliot (cnet.com.au)

Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000

 

It's cheap and compact and delivers acceptable video quality, but the bundled software plagues Microsoft's LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam. Creative has a model for nearly the same price that we like better.

Acceptable video quality for video calls ; Decent audio ; Compact size with good clip ; Inexpensive

Bundled software is frustrating to use

The LifeCam NX-3000 is the same size as the Creative Live Cam Notebook Ultra at 7.5cm long and 2.5cm wide. Its spring-loaded clip can accommodate thicker laptop lids than that of the Creative cam, stretching out to 2cm. The clip allowed for a very...

Oct, 2007
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 USB 2.0 WebCam - OEM

 

We've been using these cams for Skype with grandparents for a few years now. The mic works well, it works with varying light levels. The stand is very versatile.

Small ; Great stand ; Great Mic

Doesn't seem to do HD

Oct, 2011
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Not expensive, not spectacular

 

This was as cheap a web cam as I would want to buy (20$ on sale). The video is a little blurry but adequate. The audio mic was not good at all and I opted to use a head-phone-mic combo which I had and that made it all ok. Otherwise there was a lot of...

Jan, 2011
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Product Specifications

Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a wired, desktop webcam that delivers High Definition still (1.3 megapixels interpolated) photography, brilliant video (640x480 pixels) and a built-in unidirectional noise-canceling microphone for crystal-clear audio performance. The LifeCam fully integrates with the Microsoft Windows Live Messenger to deliver a suite of market-first features that make Web video calling a breeze. The Universal Attachment Base allows for easy and secure attachment to virtually any size monitor. Featuring a sleek black and gray design, the VX-3000 complements any office or home PC.

CCTV

Audio Support: Yes
Camera Mechanical Design:Fixed
Max Digital Video Resolution:640 x 480

Design

Built-in flash: No
Built-in Microphone: Yes
Cable Length:70.9
Color of product:Black / Black, Silver
Interface:USB / USB 1.1 / USB 2.0

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:2.2in
Height:2.6in/2.9in
Weight:3.4oz
Width:2.1in

Header

Compatibility:PC
Localization:Brazilian Portuguese / English / French / Spanish
Manufacturer:Microsoft
Model:VX-3000
Packaged Quantity:1/2/3
Product Line:Microsoft LifeCam

Miscellaneous

Microsoft Certification:Compatible with Windows 7
Vista Certification:Works with Windows Vista

Optical Sensor

Total Pixels:307,200 pixels (640 x 480)

Other Features

Color: Yes
Compatible operating systems:- Windows / Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP2 / Windows Vista / Windows XP SP2. / Windows Vista, Windows XP (SP2) / Windows Vista\nWindows XP with Service Pack 2 / Windows XP (SP2), Windows Vista / Windows XP Pro/Home/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition / Windows XP/Vista/7
Dimensions (WxDxH):2.17 x 2.92 x 2.92
I/O ports:USB
Internet connection required: Yes
Mac compatibility: No
Manual focus: Yes
Minimum hard disk space:1250 / 200 / 300 / 700
Minimum processor:3 GHz / Intel Pentium II 550 MHz / Intel Pentium III 550 / Intel Pentium III 550 MHz / Pentium 3 700 MHz / Pentium 3, 700MHz / Pentium II 550 MHz / Pentium III 550 MHz
Minimum RAM:1024 / 256
Minimum system requirements:CD-ROM\nUSB / CD-ROM\nUSB 1.1 / Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Optical drive required: Yes
USB powered: No
USB required:No / Yes

Packaging Data

AC adapter bundled: No
AC adapter included:N
CRT stand: No
Desktop stand: No
Laptop clamp: No
LCD clamp: No

Performance

Digital Zoom:2 / 3
Maximum frame rate:15 / 30
Maximum image resolution:1280 x 960
Maximum video resolution:1280 x 1024 / 640 x 480
Megapixel:1.3
Snapshot button: No
Viewing angle, horizontal:71

System Requirements

OS Required:Microsoft Windows Vista / Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition / Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition / Microsoft Windows XP Professional / Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition/Microsoft Windows Vista / Microsoft Windows XP SP2/Microsoft Windows XP/Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition / Microsoft Windows XP Professional / Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition / Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition / Microsoft Windows Vista

Video Input

Camera Type:Web camera
Computer Interface:USB
Still Image Capture Resolution:1280 x 960/1280 x 960 / 640 x 480/640 x 480 / 1280 x 960

Weight & Dimensions

Height:2.56
Weight:3.35 / 3.36
Width:2.09