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Microsoft LifeCam HD 3000 for Business
Last Updated: December 4, 2020 (Refresh Now)
6.9
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
707
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 258 recent, verified reviews
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Camera
48windows 10, skype, price, picture, webcam
+85%
-15%
" ... I use this camera for Skype and it's been providing a really good picture. ... "
" ... I bought this camera on June 7, 2017, for $27.43. ... "
" ... It is a good camera and working good on windows 10. ... "
" ... The camera works well for the price ... "
" ... It’s very easy to set up and pretty good camera quality for the price! ... "
" ... Very good web-cam. ... "
" ... Camera picture is certainly good enough for testing and I’m completely happy with it for the price, it serves the purpose perfectly. ... "
" ... This camera works like a charm. ... "
Device Compatibility
43skype, microsoft, laptop, webcam, windows 7
+49%
-51%
" ... Stay away at all costs if you're using this on a modern PC, Microsoft no longer supports this product (Abandonware) ... "
" ... Unless you are extremely computer savvy, do no buy this product. ... "
" ... I tried all kinds of things to get this working on my Windows 7 computer and it just refused to function. ... "
" ... Not good for a Mac. ... "
" ... Garbage, not compatible with windows 10. ... "
" ... I can't use it at all on my computer. ... "
" ... Warning: This webcam does *not* work with Windows 10. ... I spent 45 minutes on the phone with MS, trying to get this camera to work with my HP PC. ... "
" ... The Logitech has software to let you tweak the settings, this one has nothing. ... "
Price
33camera, money, worth, webcam, waste
+85%
-15%
" ... The price was $95. ... So seller triples the price! ... "
" ... It was a great deal for what I paid. ... "
" ... Great camera, for the price I don’t think you can find one better. ... "
" ... A perfect camera for the price! ... "
" ... Why spend a whole bunch of money on a webcam, when you can get this one for a whole lot cheaper? ... "
" ... The camera works well for the price ... "
" ... it's a great webcam, and i was actually surprised with the quality considering the price. ... "
" ... Great 👍 for the price! ... "
Software Platform
31software, microsoft, web cam, windows 7, skype
+35%
-65%
" ... Does not work with windows 10. ... "
" ... Warning - Despite descriptions that this is compatible with Windows 10 (or 8.1), it is not supported in these environments. ... "
" ... Bought this thinking it would be ok for windows 10. ... "
" ... Now wondering if I should sell it quickly because the corona virus has driven up demand and I paid 2x just so I didn't have to backorder. ... "
" ... I work in an office with many windows, and this camera does not allow to make adjustments to the light (filtering) settings. ... "
" ... You use Windows 10, this product will not be compatible. ... "
" ... Garbage, not compatible with windows 10. ... "
" ... I ordered this because it was a Microsoft product assuming it would work on a Microsoft product such as windows 10. ... "
Picture Quality
25quality, video, completely, clear, quality is good
+92%
-8%
" ... Picture quality is not on par with the best HD cameras, but OK for the price. ... "
" ... I use it on my Xbox One X and I get great picture quality sounds and movement. ... "
" ... 1 - if moving fast, picture might get some blurring. ... "
" ... Was excited to get my new webcam and was VERY dissatisfied as the picture was completely “blown out”. ... "
" ... Great Picture and Sound Quality ... "
" ... The picture quality is clear and it was plug and play. ... "
" ... The picture quality is okay, though my old Surface 3 actually has better picture quality. ... "
" ... The picture and sound quality are crisp and clear. ... "
Ease of Use
22easy to install, use, super, plug and play, plug
+95%
-5%
" ... Super easy to set up and super easy to position. ... "
" ... Easy to setup on the Xbox, just plug it in and your ready to go. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... It functions very well and is plug and play. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... High quality, very easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... It was super easy to set up, you just have to plug it in to your computer. ... "
Setup
21plug and play, installation, easy to install, setup, plug
+86%
-14%
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Bought this as a second webcam for my setup. ... "
" ... I was really concerned about her installing it herself, but it was absolutely plug and play. ... "
" ... Good picture and easy setup ... "
" ... Installation was as simple as connecting it to my computer - there's not even a CD or instructions needed. ... It installed itself. ... "
" ... They were supper easy to setup on Windows 10 computers. ... "
" ... Easy to setup on the Xbox, just plug it in and your ready to go. ... "
" ... Set up very easy. ... Superior to 2 competitors I've purchased at similar price points and tried for my setup. ... "
Sound Quality
21video, noise, humming, webcam, quality
+57%
-43%
" ... Major audio issue! ... Right after purchase on an early call my co worker remarked that a high pitched constant sound was coming from my webcam. ... "
" ... All in all, it gets the job done but testing but if you were trying to video chat with someone, the sound might not be so great. ... "
" ... I can now visit with my Great Granddaughters and family who live far away and yes, the pictures and sound were great. ... "
" ... Sound & image is ok for this. ... "
" ... I was impressed by the video and sound quality of this camera. ... "
" ... Great Picture and Sound Quality ... "
" ... I use it on my Xbox One X and I get great picture quality sounds and movement. ... "
" ... The picture and sound quality are crisp and clear. ... "
Product Reliability
17years, months, worked, weeks, stopped working
+59%
-41%
" ... Well, it was cheap, and it worked right away. ... "
" ... This camera worked great for almost two months. ... "
" ... I have had one of these devices for two-plus years and it's been great. ... "
" ... had it for a few years now. ... "
" ... We bought 3 for work computers and they are working great. ... "
" ... It worked immediately and now she uses it every single day. ... "
" ... So far it's working great! ... "
" ... For reliability: it's been over 3 years while this thing was out in the open most of the time and its still in working condition with no problems. ... "
Color
11white balance, image quality, dark, contrast, color
+27%
-73%
" ... This device had problems figuring out contrast. ... "
" ... Out of the box, pictures is completely overblown. ... "
" ... The picture is grainy, usually has a soft focus, and flashes a lot like it's having trouble with the white balance. ... "
" ... There is no way to adjust settings and the picture on mine so very dark and not a way to fix it unless I got every light in the house in the room. ... "
" ... The picture was always too dark or too bright and washed out. ... The brightness or white balance adjustment is just terrible and always seems to be wrong. ... "
Drivers
10windows 7, windows 10, software, driver, microsoft
+30%
-70%
" ... there is NO windows 10 software for this, was last supported by MS for Windows 7, no driver updates, my driver is dated 2006. ... "
" ... The drivers are not updated and frequent restart of your desktop and/or unplugging of the device will be required. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, the last software drivers for this camera were for Windows 7, and there appears to be compatibility issues with Windows 10. ... "
" ... The drivers will not load, the camera will not work. ... "
" ... Downloaded driver several times, uninstalled and reinstalled with no luck. ... "
" ... I've made several calls to Microsoft as well as searches for updated drivers and the only drivers supported are only for Windows 7 or earlier. ... "
Zoom
10skype, zoom meetings, windows 10, obs, meeting
+70%
-30%
" ... We ordered three just recently due to the pandemic and needing them for co-workers to us during zoom meetings and two of the three have awful high-pitched audio issues. ... "
" ... It works great for Zoom. ... "
" ... Skype, Zoom, Google Meet, OBS Studio all use the camera very well, have had no complaints. ... "
" ... It's older style with limited resolution but installed effortlessly out-of-the-box on Windows 10 and works flawlessly for basic Zoom conferencing. ... "
" ... Used with Windows 10 on a Surface laptop for Zoom meetings. ... "
" ... I am happy with my purchase and am glad I got this (especially for all these new Zoom meetings). ... "
Call quality
9conference calls, voice, video, sound, skype
+56%
-44%
" ... I use this item for video conference calls for work. ... "
" ... Used for Skype. ... "
" ... The picture quality is good for normal Skype calls but I would not recommend the built in microphone for use. ... "
Marketplace
8vendor, shipping, seller, product, amazon
+63%
-38%
" ... The seller had prompt delivery with no damages to the item. ... "
" ... After I ordered the product the vendor upgraded my shipping to propriety and it arrived in just a couple of days. ... "
" ... So seller triples the price! ... "
" ... Good Vendor Good Product ... "
" ... worked as advertised ... "
Ports
7plug and play, plug, usb port, windows 10, ports
+71%
-29%
" ... Plug it in and it works. ... "
" ... Plus the entire thing is plug-and-play through a single USB port. ... "
" ... Better than an Xbox Kinect installs the same way too (USB). ... "
" ... Once you take a minute to install it - clip to monitor, plug to USB 2 or 3 port - Windows 10 takes it from there. ... "
Delivery
6delivery, product, ordered, days, date
+100%
" ... It arrived promptly, even before the promised delivery date. ... "
" ... The seller had prompt delivery with no damages to the item. ... "
" ... With a fast delivery. ... "
" ... To my surprise, it arrive a couple of days after I ordered. ... "
" ... After I ordered the product the vendor upgraded my shipping to propriety and it arrived in just a couple of days. ... "
" ... Arrived on time. ... "
Build Quality
6stand, rubber, sit, picture, mount
+50%
-50%
" ... Gimme a break. ... "
" ... So falls off easily. ... "
" ... IT said no where in the description that this was the case. ... "
Apps
5app, webcam, party, laptop
-100%
" ... The videos and video calls were marred with an audible noise that could not be fixed through software. ... "
" ... No software updates for this product have been (or likely will be) produced for the current generation of operating systems. ... "
" ... Useless can’t get to work software worthless no support ... "
" ... The Life Cam software doesn't see it. ... "
Video Playback
5quality, youtube, videos, twitch, stream
+80%
-20%
" ... I kept reading there was no way to stream video while playing xbox through twitch. ... "
" ... Got this for my son who wants to make YouTube videos. ... "
Returns
5amazon, returned, months
-100%
" ... Amazon won't replace it. ... "
" ... Unfortunately the return window is closed. ... "
" ... It had to be returned. ... "
" ... Goes in the trash now as it's months past return period. ... "
Fit
5rubber, monitor, sit, secure, hook
+20%
-80%
" ... As for the mount, it has very nice side-to-side swivel, but the rubber arm on the back that grabs the monitor is not very versatile and has a very limited range. ... "
" ... So falls off easily. ... "
" ... The only thing I found to be poor quality was the mount. ... "
" ... It doesn't secure itself to anything. ... "
Resolution
4720p, 4k, resolution, quality, picture
+75%
-25%
" ... (But then again, who really needs 4k FaceTime?) ... "
" ... Picture quality is not on par with the best HD cameras, but OK for the price. ... "
" ... So, yeah - it's a solid 720p HD camera for about 20 bucks. ... "
Night Photography
4camera, lighting, low, lighting conditions, image
+100%
" ... constant use in moderate light. ... "
" ... In particular, this camera had a hard time dealing with real world lighting conditions other cameras had no issues with. ... Maybe some day I will have a use for a webcam in different lighting conditions where I don't care too much about image quality and then this will do the job. ... "
Design
4cheap, looks, like
+75%
-25%
" ... Look elsewhere if you do any kind of high fashion work like me. ... "
" ... This has about 57.5% of the cheap webcam look. ... "
Gaming
3fps, video, twitch, playing, gaming
+67%
-33%
" ... Started to stream my gaming and this meets expectations. ... "
" ... I kept reading there was no way to stream video while playing xbox through twitch. ... "
Product As Described
3stand, lot, flexible, completely, advertised
+33%
-67%
" ... Out of the box, pictures is completely overblown. ... "
" ... just pixelated blocks and lines with no discernable picture. ... "
Comfort
3much, falls, easily
+67%
-33%
" ... Turns my skin red like a sunburn. ... "
" ... I am very happy with the Logitech C920 I bought to replace this. ... "
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