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QuickCam Orbit MP (Click here for technical data).
The newest Orbit with USB 2.0 capability. It is described by the vendor as a big step forward, but except for the USB 2.0 capability, it seems to have basically the same specifications. (See Orbit description below.)
Given the $20.00 price difference, unless I found it on sale somewhere, I'm not sure I could justify the purchase.
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QuickCam Orbit (Click here for technical data).
Though one of the most expensive web cams we recommend, the Quickcam Orbit from Logitech is our favorite. It features pan, tilt and zoom and a long, neck-like stalk that allows the camera to be placed on a work surface right next to your computer.
Contrary to the negative user reviews you'll find on Amazon.Com that bring it down to only three stars, the only trouble we've had with this baby is that it won't work with a USB hub unless the hub has it's own power supply.
The face-tracking feature means that your face is always centered in the receiving end image, no matter how much you move around in front of the camera (well for about 140 degrees anyway). Included software provides the pan, tilt and zoom control and you can record high quality, true 640 x 480 resolution, 1.3 megapixel videos and photos. Works with both USB 2.0 and 1.1 and is compatible with Windows 2000, Me, XP, and Mac OS 10.1.5 or
higher.
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QuickCam Pro 4000 (Click here for technical data).
The Logitech QuickCam Pro 4000 is a great all round USB webcam. It is easy to set up and install, works on both Macintosh and PC and delivers a consistently great quality video signal. The camera comes with a complete installation disk with lots of nice applications for use on PC's and Macs for video grabbing and messaging.
The Pro 4000 features a high quality VGA CCD sensor, digital zoom, and a built-in microphone.
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QuickCam Pro for Notebooks (Click here for technical data).
A USB camera for "road warriors." The Pro for Notebooks delivers 640 x 480 video resolution and 1280 x 960 photo resolution, has a built in microphone and is campatible with any USB 1.1 interface. Comes with the usual full suite of Logitech camera utility software and is compatible with with Windows 98, 2000, Me, and XP |
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Quickcam for Notebooks Pro
(Click here for technical data).
The QuickCam® for Notebooks Pro offers True 1.3 Megapixel images, superior quality video, echo-free audio, and is a little bigger than a the electronic ignition keys so popular on late model cars. Carry the QuickCam for Notebooks Pro in your pocket and you'll be able to instant message, create and edit videos, capture high-quality photos, and hold video conferences just by plugging in to a USB port on your notebook computer. It attaches to your computer with an integrated monitor clip, and includes a crush-resistant case for easy portability and storage. It also has a weighted stand with a 12 inch neck as big around as a pencil. You can clip the camera on the neck, place the neck into a receptacle on the stand, and voila! you have camera stand that allows you to move the camera around to show other people or objects of interest during your web conference.
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Logitech C250 Webcam (Grey)
(Click here for technical data).
The C250 WebCam is intended as a low-end, but good quality solution to the ever growing use of video for chat and web conferencing, as well as–of course–Skype. Usually sold for under $30.00, this is the perfect all-in-one solution for beginners. Vid software is included for fast, free and easy video calling. And the software is built right into the set up, so you're ready to call right away. The enhanced VGA sensor captures your image in crisp, colorful video. A one-touch snapshot button lets you take and email vivid photos, software enhanced up to 1.3-megapixels. There's a built-in microphone with Logitech
RightSound technology for clear conversations. It even cancels distracting background noise. Included Logitech Fun Filters let you easily add fun video effects like fish eye to your live video. And the integrated universal clip attaches easily to your desktop monitor or notebook. This is video calling the way it was meant to be--fun, affordable and simple.
We tested this camera during a large rollout to nearly 160 participants in one of our training programs. It functioned relatively problem free. The major difficulties arose from the technologically unsophisticated participants who had to be coached through the process of eliminating competing video software running in their background queues. Given the size of the group, we had a pretty small proportion of difficulties. |
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