Logitech 720p Webcam C905
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Customer Review: Great little add-on to a notebook
Summary: 5 Stars
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As with other Logitech products (at least the four others that I have), there were no issues with getting this cam running on my notebook. This always pleases me, since my computer is pushing 6 years of age. :) It's small enough to fit into my carrying case without having to remove anything that I already cram in there, and its weight is negligible. That makes it perfect for travel use in my book.
I was not too impressed with the software that comes packaged with the cam, but it does get the job done. I was actually impressed with the image quality. Most webcams I have played around with were abysmal in their resolution. This one, however, did nearly as good a job as some digital cameras I have used. I attribute this to the optics, as I have had good experiences with Zeiss lenses on various microscopes in the past.
The cost is not too bad considering the quality of product that it delivers. I am too pleased with this little gem. :)
Customer Review: Best Webcam under $100
Summary: 5 Stars
This webcam does everything a similarly priced Creative Labs one didn't. I LOVE IT.
1. Hardware. Is wide angle enough so captures more than whole face at normal 2 to 3 foot distances.
Does an Excellent job in poor light. Is Autofocus. Is higher resolution than other similarly priced
webcams by Creative Labs (2 Megapixel, vs 1.2 Megapixel).
2. Drivers - Color tint was always perfect, and no adjustment needed.
3. Software - Easy Install, Allows one to zoom the image if desired.
4. Instructions - Either clips to monitor or mounts on (supplied) 11 inch tall plastic stick with base.
On a Macintosh, no software needed, it's natively supported on OS X 10.5 and 10.6, whith sharp image, and prefect color. Not quite as good as (more expensive) Stand-alone external Apple iSight Camera, but half the price; and this camera works on both Macintosh and Windows platforms, which iSight doesn't.
Drivers available for 64 bit Windows 7.
Customer Review: Works out of the box in Linux!
Summary: 5 Stars
I prayed and prayed after I ordered this. I had previously checked out the linux uvc webcam [...]which might work, and this seemed like the 2007 model that is mentioned in the list.
After I got it, I ran to the laptop, heart pounding as I plugged it in. /var/log/messages confirmed that the USB identifier was just the one which was supported - 046d:0991. I started up ekiga and it straightaway showed my video. I fired up Skype, and it showed up as well. Even the microphone works! Just freaking awesome!
Those in the market for linux compatible webcams, be aware that most logitech webcams are marked in the linux uvc page as potentially having problems (including the famed pro 9000 model). Be careful and do your research before buying webcams. This one works! Picture quality is ok. I am not sure whether the video qualifies as HD as somebody has tagged this product with.
OS used: Ubuntu Linux 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex), but should work in all modern linux distros with uvc support.
Customer Review: Simply good quality
Summary: 5 Stars
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This tiny webcam has the quality (and over-the-top packaging) that you'd expect from Logitech. Installation was simple and trouble-free. The image quality is superb. I would have preferred the desktop stand to have a snug fit onto the base, so that you could pick the whole the whole thing up easily. As it is, it falls apart very easily. The USB cable is less than three feet in length, which may or may not be convenient for you, as it takes up less space but may not reach far enough when you have it set up on your desk. But that sort of thing probably won't decide whether you buy this or not. The image quality (excellent) and the sound quality (adequate) will do that.Customer Review: Easy to Use, great video quality
Summary: 5 Stars
In less than 10 minutes out of the box I was able to use the camera to have a video call and give my long distance family a tour of my new house. The camera performed very well, great video quality (in HD mode) while walking around with it clipped to my laptop, in and out of different lighting, focusing on me, then scenery, then right back to me.
The clip on the camera takes two hands to get onto something, but once clipped on, it stayed on and didnt wobble as I walked around. The cord is a good length for use with a laptop (not too long, but not too short).
The only non-positive comment is about the stand that comes with the camera. It tips very easily and detaches from the base very easily (so you might need to glue it if you plan on using the stand). On my crowded desk, this won't be of much use to me, but the camera clips to the screen on my laptop so no big deal.