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    Products Reviewed

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    Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 Top of the line for average home use:

    Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

    Some of the new cameras with all the bells and whistles cost upwards of $1000 – not something the majority of users need or can afford. There are plenty of options for the individual wanting clear resolution, quality sound and real-time viewing accuracy.

    Models discussed below provide web cameras that are user-friendly, compatible with most computers and connections, and provide a quality user experience for a reasonable price.

    Key features:

    •   RightLight and RightSound technology
    •   AutoFocus with Carl Zeiss lens system for sharper picture
    •   True 2-megapixel videos and 8-megapixel photos
    •   Intelligent Face Tracking - keeps you centered on the screen, and Special Effects software for when you are feeling less "centered."

     

    Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 on shelf. This model is great for outside placement to view your home or property.

    I use it in coordination with my weather station and upload pictures to Wunderground.

    You can see the site and image via the link on the main page of this web site or here. Several "still" recent web cam captures are also available there for your review.

    This camera has been up and running outside for almost two years now with no failures and no issues other than the monster spiderwebs that seem to suddenly cover the lens once and awhile...not a fault of the camera though!

    Here it is on the little shelf built to protect it.

    This model (without shelf!), costs around $70.


    A good fixed,desktop model is the Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 Web camera.

    MSLifeCamVX6000 Key features:

    •   Camera Type Color - Fixed
    •   Focus adjustment: Manual
    •   Digital Zoom 3
    •   Video Capture 1280 x 1024 @ 30 fps Still Image 1280 x 1024

    With it's built-in microphone and automatic face tracking technology, this camera will be great for those who use instant messaging and want an inexpensive camera with sound.

    User-friendly features:

    •   High Definition Video and Photos
    •   Wide-Angle Lens
    •   Built-In Microphone
    •   Optimized for Windows Live Messenger
    •   Universal Attachment Base

    Priced around $45.

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