Microsoft Lifecam VX-3000

usability, value for money, size, design

reliability

90% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

usability, value for money, design, size

reliability

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

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

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

A relatively inexpensive webcam with a good set of features, but we wish the built-in mic worked better.

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.

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.

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.

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...