Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 Webcam

 

 

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This webcam was installed using the supplied software in minutes on Windows Vista, totally trouble free.
The picture is amazing even at low resolutions and the sound quality is superb.
I can honestly say i have never seen anything as good in my life.
You get an online video tutorial and you are soon using the webcam and all its features.
Very easy to fit on your monitor with no chance of it falling off even if you tilt the screen. Looks like Logitech have listened to people and improved the product.
The Microsoft NX-6000 is good but this is even better.
An LED on the webcam shows you when it is active and you can adjust absolutely everything with the on screen software.
There is even a privacy screen with a choice of pictures for your viewer(s) to look at when it is in use.
A travelling case would have been handy but you cant have everything.
The webcam with the WOW factor. Highly recommended.

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Having watched the uploaded video, I can say that the quality when you use something like Skype is probably better than this recording, especially if you're on an HD video call. The recording here is the lowest quality setting. It's important for Skype users to note that only 3 webcams currently support HD calls, and this is one of them.
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Just remember that this is a recording and your video-conferencing quality will be dependent upon your Internet connection.

Because of the low lighting in the room you'll also notice the light level fluctuates slightly but that's due to the camera being put through it's paces in a less than optimal environment.

Also, it seems the videos on Amazon can sometimes play a bit pixelated, but the recording is clear so refresh the page if that happens.

Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 Webcam

Having returned home after a stint in Shanghai, I was eager to purchase a web camera to keep in touch with good friends. I was aware of Logitech's reputation in PC peripherals so their webcams were scrutinised along with Microsoft and Creative's offerings. During my research, what quickly became apparent were empty promises appearing in webcam marketing literature. Don't be seduced by `HD video calling' - the call may well be HD resolution but at slide show speeds for both participants. There is a valid reason for the implementation of HD, as the improved optics help refine standard quality calls. Still, don't purchase one on the basis of its HD offering as you'll get nowhere.

I settled on the Quickcam Pro 9000 because of its fair price point and overwhelmingly positive reviews. Most criticism centres on its bundled software suite but as I have dealt with the abortions that are Creative's supplied software, little fazes me. I have no use for the software suite anyhow and in the end, simply installed the webcam's driver and got underway.

Skype (4.0 beta at time of writing) is my VoIP client of choice, and picked up the Pro 9000 effortlessly. The image produced, at 640x400, is sharp and responsive. Colour and lighting are reasonable, although the sudden appearance of a bright colour can throw the latter off. I noticed this whenever I waved my bright blue foam roller at the webcam - the colours would dim upon its appearance and brighten conversely. It is not a major issue for me but I could imagine distracting scenarios - e.g. if somebody wearing bright clothes kept entering and exiting the webcam's field.

The sound quality is truly excellent. I've never had a single complaint on the volume or clarity from my chat partners - simply superb work there by Logitech. I have not used it to dial a mobile/landline number but I suspect there'd be no audio issues. My only gripe is the subpar design for the mount that secures the Pro 9000 to a monitor. The webcam doesn't rely on a clamp or clip but a simple, stiff hinge that keeps the it stable on top of a LCD monitor. Such a mechanism may work universally for any monitor (it's dubbed the universal clip) but a sturdier implementation would be preferable.

One Skype issue I have is the camera blinks off in the initial minute of a Skype conversation before restarting at a lower resolution, but I suspect this is down to CPU/bandwidth limitations. Though I can not take advantage myself, the camera can turn on Skype's high quality mode - much improved resolution and frame rate - when paired with a dual core processor. Something I'll look forward to in the future.

I will draw your attention to an oddity may impact your decision though - search on Google for "Are there two hardware versions of QuickCam Pro 9000 ?" and the second link points to a Logitech official forum thread stating there has been an undisclosed hardware update to the webcam this year. According to the thread (whose comments haven't been verified), the newest Quickcam Pro 9000 revision produces sharper pictures. These newest revisions have an orange ring instead of red when turned on. Unfortunately, a purchase and subsequent install is the only way to find out. Hardware lotteries are always annoying and I hope sellers clear out their red ring inventory soon. In any case, even if you have the older model, take heart as you already own an excellent webcam.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't work properly with Skype
When using Skype the video aspect ratio changes and the video freezes. You can't manually set this to prevent problems. Even with the new version Skype!

Published 3 months ago by Claudio

5.0 out of 5 stars Logitech quickcam Pro 9000 webcam
I have bought this webcam for my mum because of its quality. Myself, I also have a Logitech quickcam Pro 9000 for 3 years now and it is still the same performance as the first day... Read more

Published 3 months ago by melgat

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Webcam
If you're thinking of an expensive model, give this one a go.
The reviews were very helpful and it was a matter of making my mind up on whether I should buy this or the more... Read more

Published 6 months ago by Ralph25911

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
This is quite simply the best webcam that I have ever had in terms of aesthetics, build quality and function. Read more

Published 8 months ago by Tan y ddraig

5.0 out of 5 stars Good price and speedy service
Not being an expert on the differences between this and the more expensive webcams, I am happy with this and those I talk to on the net say that the picture and sound they receive... Read more

Published 8 months ago by Richard50

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant quality picture
I use this for Skype calls, and I must say compared to my integrated web cam on my laptop, this beast has an amazing picture quality. Read more

Published 11 months ago by J. Oldham

5.0 out of 5 stars Best webcam ever
This is a great webcam. It's image quality is tops. Most of all, it can take both still and video images using user friendly software. Read more

Published 12 months ago by Phil

3.0 out of 5 stars Great product but gobbles up PC memory
This was the second time I had purchased this product, so that, in addition to my partner being able to use one with her laptop to talk to friends abroad (via Skype), I could use... Read more

Published 12 months ago by C. S. Rothwell

5.0 out of 5 stars =)
brilliant quality no lag or anything like that. wish i used it more tbh, novelty for me but people who conference call an such will find this amazing

Published 12 months ago by UncleBud

3.0 out of 5 stars Great once I got it working
Had a lot of problems with the driver software on Windows XP, had to upgrade to windows 7 before it worked properly. Read more

Published 14 months ago by OZWEB

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