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product_id: 7740542
title: "Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black"
brand: "microsoft"
price: "€ 70.30"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 6
category: "Microsoft"
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/7740542-microsoft-lifecam-vx-3000-webcam-black
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# Adjustable manual focus Built-in crystal-clear mic Optimized for Windows Live Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black

**Brand:** microsoft
**Price:** € 70.30
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your video calls with precision focus and seamless Windows Live vibes!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black by microsoft
- **How much does it cost?** € 70.30 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/7740542-microsoft-lifecam-vx-3000-webcam-black)

## Best For

- microsoft enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted microsoft brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Crystal-Clear Audio:** Built-in microphone delivers clear sound, cutting through background noise for professional calls.
- • **Smart Face Tracking:** Automatic face tracking keeps you center stage without lifting a finger.
- • **Lightweight & Compact:** Sleek design fits effortlessly on any monitor or laptop, perfect for on-the-go pros.
- • **Crisp, Clear Video Every Time:** Manual focus knob lets you dial in perfect clarity, even in low light.
- • **Seamless Windows Live Integration:** One-touch call button and LifeCam Dashboard streamline your video chats and blogging.

## Overview

The Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 is a budget-friendly webcam optimized for Windows Live, featuring adjustable manual focus, automatic face tracking, and a built-in microphone. It delivers crisp video quality with excellent low-light performance, making it ideal for professional video conferencing and casual streaming. Lightweight and easy to set up, it offers a reliable, no-fuss solution for clear, engaging online communication.

## Description

desertcart.com: Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black : Electronics

Review: one of the best for the price - After some search and comparision with couple logitech webcam model I liked vx-3000 the best in it's price range--with or without the coupon. This camera give me exactly what I need for personal online video conference -- low noise, crisp, clear video stream through adjustable focus, and good low-light capability -- without me paying extra for "high quanlity" still image capability which no matter how good, just can't compare with a good digital camera. I personally don't like Logitech webcam despite they are one of the most popular webcam manufacture (one low-end Creative model I tried in the past isn't good either). Several logitech I tried which were in vx-3000's price range come with HUGE amount of noise -- small spots that show up white where there is actually no light --- especially in low-light condition. vx-3000 got one of the best sigal to noise ratio, say you turn off the light to the entire room during night, a webcam with bad noise ratio will have image with tons of white spots flickering (though there aren't any light) while vx-3000 will show the correct pure black. Also I can't understand why some Logitech hi-end webcam came with FIXED focus, which mean you have to sit at a defined distance from camera to get the best picture. For vx-3000 you can manually adjust the focus by turning the knob surrounding the len. There are talks of softwere problem with vx-3000, i did experience that exactly just once while playing with webcam configure softwere when I'm using webcam with another program, but the problem went away after I reboot and nevered occured again (make sure you get the latest driver from internet). On the other hand, Logitech camera often come with this useless bundle software that eats up system resource. The face tracking option with vx-3000 works fine but I didn't play much with it since it's only digital zoom and only have a limited range and is considered not really useful. Overall, it's a excellent buy for the price and has great quanlity in area needed for video conference.
Review: Camera ok, Mic not so good - I bought this webcam and had it sent to my mom and dad so I could talk to them over skype. the setup of the webcam was easy. the camera itself worked good, good picture. there is a known problem with the mic in this webcam though, which I didn't find out till after the fact. the problem is a buzzing sound on the receiving end of whoever you are talking too, I thought maybe the webcam was to close to my dads speakers and or monitor, but after some reseach online I found this to be a known problem, well, a long story short my dad didn't want to deal with returning the webcam, so I ordered a separate mic with a stereo connection, switching the mic over to this separate mic was like night and day, I could actully talk to my dad without have to put up with a buzzing noise

## Features

- Optimized for Windows Live - Windows Live Call Button, LifeCam Dashboard, and One-Touch Blogging
- Video effects let you express yourself during chats
- Automatic face tracking software
- Superior video quality and high definition still photos
- Crystal-clear audio with built-in microphone
- Optimized for Windows Live; Windows Live Call Button, LifeCam Dashboard, and One-Touch Blogging

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000EVM5DK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,234 in Webcams |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (904) |
| Date First Available | May 15, 2006 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 3.36 ounces |
| Item model number | 68A-00001 |
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Product Dimensions | 8.1 x 7.2 x 2.9 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Microsoft
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Flash Memory Type:** Micro SD
- **Maximum Aperture:** 1.4 f
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Screen Size:** 2.7 Inches
- **Supported Audio Format:** PCM, AAC, MP3
- **Video Capture Format:** MP4
- **Video Capture Resolution:** 640 x 480

## Images

![Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dOKzr-KDS.jpg)
![Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81O9SvqMdtS.jpg)
![Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81HJkqv1kwS.jpg)
![Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91veBehRzYS.jpg)
![Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 Webcam - Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819-gtABZ-S.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can not get rid the loud hissing feedback sound, any suggestions, using windows 7**
A: You know I ran into this exact same problem, among other problems with this cam.  After many hours of researching the problem I ran across a truly viable solution in a tech blog.  To fix this problem I was told to follow these instructions:1. Unplug cam from system.2. Place cam inside of a plastic bag; the smaller kind that you get at the store.3. Place that bag inside of a second bag.4. From your local hardware store purchase one (1) hammer.5. After making certain that the plastic bags are secure around cam, place bag on a concrete walkway or sidewalk.6. Begin hammering until the sounds begin to resemble that of small flakes of plastic.If the problem persists after this manual upgrade, you may wish to return it to the store where you purchased it.PROBLEM SOLVED EMOTIONALLY AT THE VERY LEAST.

**Q: does it have a camera so I can take pictures. Does it come with software**
A: No camera - no software.  I only use it for Skype.

**Q: I currently have lifecam-vx2000-when I upgraded to windows 10, the program now tells me there is no camera-I have been round and round,  trying solv**
A: The camera is no longer supported. Microsoft has deliberately blocked it from being recognized. They really shouldn't be selling it anymore. It actually worked fine on windows 10 before the update where they blocked it.

**Q: Is the camera and software fully compatible with windows 10?**
A: Well, it seems to work with the latest Windows 10.  Online people have reported a lot of problems.  But my opinion stays the same.  This is a really old camera with low resolution.  I just bought one at Goodwill for 5.99.  So far very good luck with the Microsoft webcams, but look for newer models.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ one of the best for the price
*by A***G on March 15, 2007*

After some search and comparision with couple logitech webcam model I liked vx-3000 the best in it's price range--with or without the coupon. This camera give me exactly what I need for personal online video conference -- low noise, crisp, clear video stream through adjustable focus, and good low-light capability -- without me paying extra for "high quanlity" still image capability which no matter how good, just can't compare with a good digital camera. I personally don't like Logitech webcam despite they are one of the most popular webcam manufacture (one low-end Creative model I tried in the past isn't good either). Several logitech I tried which were in vx-3000's price range come with HUGE amount of noise -- small spots that show up white where there is actually no light --- especially in low-light condition. vx-3000 got one of the best sigal to noise ratio, say you turn off the light to the entire room during night, a webcam with bad noise ratio will have image with tons of white spots flickering (though there aren't any light) while vx-3000 will show the correct pure black. Also I can't understand why some Logitech hi-end webcam came with FIXED focus, which mean you have to sit at a defined distance from camera to get the best picture. For vx-3000 you can manually adjust the focus by turning the knob surrounding the len. There are talks of softwere problem with vx-3000, i did experience that exactly just once while playing with webcam configure softwere when I'm using webcam with another program, but the problem went away after I reboot and nevered occured again (make sure you get the latest driver from internet). On the other hand, Logitech camera often come with this useless bundle software that eats up system resource. The face tracking option with vx-3000 works fine but I didn't play much with it since it's only digital zoom and only have a limited range and is considered not really useful. Overall, it's a excellent buy for the price and has great quanlity in area needed for video conference.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Camera ok, Mic not so good
*by M***9 on October 31, 2008*

I bought this webcam and had it sent to my mom and dad so I could talk to them over skype. the setup of the webcam was easy. the camera itself worked good, good picture. there is a known problem with the mic in this webcam though, which I didn't find out till after the fact. the problem is a buzzing sound on the receiving end of whoever you are talking too, I thought maybe the webcam was to close to my dads speakers and or monitor, but after some reseach online I found this to be a known problem, well, a long story short my dad didn't want to deal with returning the webcam, so I ordered a separate mic with a stereo connection, switching the mic over to this separate mic was like night and day, I could actully talk to my dad without have to put up with a buzzing noise

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Item
*by E***C on December 13, 2007*

I ordered this to keep in touch with my neices and nephew... and their parents ;-) It installed so quickly and easily that I was amazed. The audio/camera software wizard was pretty nice. If you don't have a head set microphone already, make sure you test out the audio settings with another computer to make sure the mic level you setup is fine. I have a really nice headset so it's very easy to set the mic level so the other end can hear me just fine. Using the built in mic, you'll want to make sure you don't have anything making noise near it. Things like a fan can make your video chat session annoying to the other person. I was very impressed with the face following software. It's not instanteous but it's not meant to be. It checks every so often and adjusts as needed to frame your face pretty well. Yes, I have read that it is set up to work with Live Messenger and it does that beautifully. It claims to work with others as well but I haven't tried them (don't need to since my chats will be with other Live Messenger users). I tested it with Live Messenger 9.0 (which is in limited beta) and it worked just fine. This is a good camera for use in IM sessions. It's not the best for taking photos or videos but for simple blog shots (it really easily publishes to your Live Spaces blog) it works great. Great Camera for the price.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Microsoft Lifecam VX-3000 Webcam, PC / Mac, Face Tracking
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