Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam - Gray
by Microsoft
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Manufacturer: MicrosoftFormat: CD-ROM
Platform: Windows
Model: WTB-00001
Product features:
- Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam (Gray)
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to A-Female Extension Cable (9.8 Feet/3.0 Meters)
- AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Cable (9.8 Feet/3.0 Meters) [Supports 3D + Audio Return Channel]
- AmazonBasics Ultra-High-Speed HDMI Cable Braided (9.8 Feet/3.0 Meters)
- AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Braided Cable (6.5 Feet/2.0 Meters)
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam - Gray
Customer Review: Great Web Cam
Summary: 5 Stars
Just ordered this off Amazon from Retail Killer and received it today. I have never had a webcam before but own some great quality digital slr cameras, so I wasn't expecting that great of a feed or still picture. But this camera is great quality for the price. I think it would be great for keeping in touch with loved ones overseas or across the states. I didn't detect any lag at all. I would also recommend using Skype with this, I tried Yahoo IM & Skype, and Skype seemed to have the best quality. There was a little feedback from the mic a few times, but I have a feeling that it was caused by the other users webcam/separate mic set up. This noise can also be diminished by muting the mic, then reactivating it fyi, both users should do this if they experience any feedback. You really can't beat this webcam for the price. I paid 19.95 which included shipping & handling, when Best Buy as of today (10/07/2009) wants $63.99 for it (without shipping).
One draw back that other people have mentioned is the clip, which I agree to. I don't know my monitor depth, but I do know it's bulky, and I did have to adjust it a bit to sit in place. But that's my fault for having a fat monitor. If you have a slim monitor, I don't believe the clip will be an issue at all.
One person that gave a review said this webcam was huge, said it was like setting a mattress atop their PC. That's not true at all, and I was expecting this huge brick in the mail when I read that, only to find out it was pretty tiny. If you want a visual comparison, it's the size a of a cigarette lighter exactly (no bigger, no smaller in height & width). It has the thickness just under 2 lighters stacked.
If you have any issues with lag, just try out the different programs (yahoo, aim, windows live, skype). My friend ordered a rocketfish webcam (with more mega pixels than mine) yet his lag was ridiculous on yahoo (up to 2 minutes delay) but on skype they both worked perfect combined. So you definitely want to try out the different chat programs to see what works best, you may end up assuming the quality is the camera, when in reality its the server you are using.
I would also recommend if you order from Amazon, Retail Killer, due to the fast shipping. I was given a delivery date of Oct. 8th-14th. It arrived Oct. 7th, a day early.
Very happy with this purchase!
Description of Microsoft LifeCam NX-3000 Webcam - Gray
| Overview: Experience ultra-compact video calling with Microsoft® LifeCam NX-3000 - wherever you are. Features See Clearly |  |
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| Notebook Mobility |  |
| Optimized for Windows Live |
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