Microsoft LifeCam VX6000 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Microsoft released two brand-new webcams last month, the VX-3000 and VX-6000, both of which have a huge feature-set. The better of the two even offers "high-definition" 1.3 megapixel video capabilities. We've been testing both webcams for the past month a

Review summary: We find out whether Microsoft's entry into the world of webcams is going to take over our desks...

Verdict: This is an upmarket webcam with a price to match, but we have seen better microphones and software on similarly priced rival products that leave us thinking you might be better off shopping elsewhere for your webcam, whether you're a Live Messenger user o

Pros: Easy to set up and use. Works with all major instant-messaging clients. Includes pan, tilt, and zoom control.

Cons: Doesn't work consistently with every messaging client. Mic volume needs to be turned up high in order to pick up sound.

Verdict: This is a reasonably priced webcam with some nice features, including face-tracking, but we wish the built-in mic worked better.

Review summary: We tested the Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 under a variety of lighting conditions and were pleased with the image's overall appearance but disappointed with the color quality. Colors looked washed-out, and we couldn't achieve more vivid color through adjusti