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Microsoft LifeCam Studio for Business
Last Updated: December 4, 2020 (Refresh Now)
6.1
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/10
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Software Platform
23software, microsoft, webcam, compatible, work with windows
+30%
-70%
" ... The product was advertised as new and that it was Windows 10 compatible. ... It did not come with any documentation or software. ... It was not Windows 10 compatible and can never be. ... There is no software support or documentation. ... "
" ... The solution is to get one of the USB camera software controller apps for Macs. ... "
" ... I bought this product to work with my Windows 10 operating system. ... I can not figure out why a Microsoft Camera is not supported by the current Microsoft software. ... This product should have a significant well place disclaimer that it does not work with Windows 10. ... "
" ... No controlling software provided- relys on Windows 10 rudimentary utility to adjust its limited abilities. ... "
" ... Not compatible with Windows 10 pro even though the advertisement said it was. ... "
" ... Camera stopped working, reset did nothing, can't uninstall app. ... "
" ... I bought this because reviewers reported it works in Linux (Ubuntu 18.04). ... Strangely it worked when I first tried it, but after I plugged it into a Windows 10 device the exposure setting is stuck. ... "
" ... No software to assist or change settings. ... "
Camera
22autofocus, lifecam, video, windows, price
+82%
-18%
" ... Very satisfied with the camera and order processing. ... "
" ... For the price point, you get a great camera. ... "
" ... This camera was a very worthy purchase, because it does exactly what I need it to do. ... "
" ... Clear camera and HD. ... "
" ... This the best camera I bough. ... "
" ... I especially liked the Autofocus for the LifeCam. ... I'm using this with W10's camera software and I really like it. ... "
" ... This camera seems to work fine for this purpose. ... "
" ... bought with the tripod . ... Are must features for anyone looking for a camera ... "
Device Compatibility
15microsoft, webcam, mac, computer, compatible
+40%
-60%
" ... The product was advertised as new and that it was Windows 10 compatible. ... It was not Windows 10 compatible and can never be. ... "
" ... NOT COMPATIBLE WITH WINDOWS 10. ... "
" ... Not compatible with Windows 10 according to Microsoft. ... "
" ... the problem is the light levels are unusable in a MacBook Pro (would guess other Macs as well) unless you use this in a dark room. ... "
" ... Additionally, it doesn't function at all when plugged via USB into a Mac. ... "
" ... Shame on Microsoft. ... "
" ... This product should have a significant well place disclaimer that it does not work with Windows 10. ... "
" ... Not compatible with Windows 10 pro even though the advertisement said it was. ... "
Product Reliability
12webcam, stopped, started, month, ago
+33%
-67%
" ... Within two weeks it was unusable. ... "
" ... If you search it up, there are tons of others who have had the same "randomly turns off" issue. ... "
" ... Completely unusable after two weeks, and I only used it rarely before it was time to throw it in the garbage. ... "
" ... First I turned green about a month and a half ago and had to re-plug each time . ... finally broke down and stopped powering up a few days ago . ... didn't last very long . ... "
" ... This thing died in less than 3 months of us, PC won't detect it, tried it on 2 other PCs, still not detecting it and nothing in the Microsoft self-help section worked. ... "
" ... The product worked OK for a while, then started freezing with stripped lines. ... Probably returned as defective. ... "
" ... Just not a very good device for my purposes and performed very poorly for me. ... "
" ... Now it is IMPOSSIBLE to get it working. ... Useless piece of trash now. ... "
Ease of Use
10easy, use, install, easy to install, difficult
+70%
-30%
" ... Easy install/setup ... "
" ... Simple to install and my system saw it without an issue. ... "
" ... Easy to install, automatic to use. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... It is so perfect and easy to use. ... "
Drivers
10webcam, windows 10, software, driver, proper
+40%
-60%
" ... Also, there is no software available for the camera (just the Win 10 drivers): I have a button on top of the camera (with the blue light), and I don't know how / what I can I do. ... "
" ... The picture on my computer is ok but very washed out - needs brightness or contrast adjustment in the driver. ... "
" ... when the camera arrived it would not display a picture even after trying with multiple computers and installing drivers. ... "
" ... NO DRIVERS/NO SUPPORT . ... "
" ... The webcam driver does not allow for any adjustments to be made using a Surface Pro running Windows 10. ... "
Picture Quality
10quality, lines, picture quality, image quality, video
+70%
-30%
" ... The picture quality was more along the lines of 480P-720P than 1080P. ... "
" ... The picture quality is fine for standard use, and it is Plug and Play with Windows 10, which makes setting it up very easy. ... "
" ... You can push the picture quality up nicely. ... "
Setup
8easy, use, installation, install, easy to install
+100%
" ... Easy install/setup ... "
" ... Why did this product arrive in a cardboard box without standard off the shelf packaging, and no installation guide? ... "
" ... Simple to install and my system saw it without an issue. ... "
" ... Plug and play, works straight away, no hassles. ... "
" ... Easy to install, automatic to use. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
Marketplace
8amazon, seller, purchase, experiences, buying
+13%
-88%
" ... I would not recommend buying this from this vendor. ... I think it’s fake product from China. ... "
" ... Amazon doesn't seem to care either. ... "
" ... This seller is a scam and does not honor the claims. ... "
" ... The seller, DigitalEtc, has told me less than 3 months after purchase that I have to go through the manufacturer for the warrant. ... "
" ... NO SUPPORT - NO ADJUSTMENTS TO PICTURE! ... "
" ... Every image is so overexposed as to be useless. ... "
" ... This bad purchase is an exception to my excellent experiences with Amazon. ... "
Zoom
8meetings, teams, microsoft, focus, use
+63%
-38%
" ... The camera is SUPER smooth, the resolution is absolutely insane, and I use it very, very often for work meetings via zoom. ... "
" ... Use it for Zoom calls. ... "
" ... Works perfectly and great for Zoom ... "
" ... I haven't played around with it much, as I got it mainly as a web cam for Zoom conferences, the picture is razor sharp and no delays in image movement. ... "
" ... Worked perfectly with Windows 10 - had it up and running in less than 2 minutes on Microsoft Teams and Zoom video meetings. ... "
Resolution
71080p, picture quality, resolution, lines, image
+100%
" ... The picture quality is far superior to the "HD 1080p" web cam I ordered and returned prior to getting this one. ... "
" ... bought 3 "4K' cameras all from China, had to send them back had this one for awhile still working fine ... "
" ... The picture quality was more along the lines of 480P-720P than 1080P. ... "
" ... Clear camera and HD. ... "
" ... Going from VGA resolution to Full HD (1920X1080) is nice. ... "
" ... The auto focus, including the 1080p. ... "
Color
7image quality, focus, contrast, washed, unusable
+43%
-57%
" ... No control over focus or contrast. ... "
" ... - as soon as you have to turn on the lights, the focus and contrast is really awful. ... "
" ... Image quality poor . ... "
" ... Occasionally, the image froze and at least once lost all the green so everything looked purple/pink. ... "
Apps
6apps, work, webcam, voice, uvc
+50%
-50%
" ... No software to assist or change settings. ... "
" ... When I tried it with OBS (a video recording/streaming software), it would display for a few seconds and then freeze and not be able to even display in the preview. ... "
" ... No software at all. ... "
Call quality
6conference, use, zoom, work, voice
+83%
-17%
" ... Use it for Zoom calls. ... "
" ... Highly recommended for conference calls and normal business needs. ... "
" ... I had been looking for a webcam for my desktop, because I have frequent video conference calls. ... "
" ... Conference calls Skype works great ... "
" ... I use this with my Microsoft Teams App at work and its great for conference calls or standard voice calls. ... "
Returns
5returned, working, time, returning, one
-100%
" ... Tried to return, but can't return after a month. ... "
" ... The package came in Chinese writing and I wanted to return it. ... "
" ... Probably returned as defective. ... It's too late to return . ... "
" ... I will need to return it. ... "
" ... Planning on returning it. ... "
Features
5lighting, focus, features, even, auto
+40%
-60%
" ... Terrible auto focus constantly changing. ... "
" ... It's not that great with bright lights. ... "
" ... The automatic gain control is also terrible even in strong, even lighting. ... "
Ports
50, restart, port, plug, mac
+60%
-40%
" ... Se calienta mucho, y he tenido problemas con el USB 3.0 ... "
" ... And it is only USB 2.0, which my 3.0 connectors will play just fine. ... "
Camera Features
5auto, terrible, sometimes, 1080p
+20%
-80%
" ... Terrible auto focus constantly changing. ... "
" ... The auto focus is terrible. ... "
" ... The auto focus doesn't work. ... "
Fit
5tape, scotch, put, holder, camera
+60%
-40%
" ... Camera is what was described, fits well, works well. ... "
" ... Love the rubber cap you can put on for privacy ... "
" ... I love the mounting options and the ball joint swivel. ... "
Price
4worth, reasonable, money, great camera, combination
+100%
" ... It was worth the cost. ... "
" ... But at that price point, it is quite reasonable. ... "
" ... For the price point, you get a great camera. ... "
Video Playback
4quality, good, audio, streaming, skype
+75%
-25%
" ... Good for Skype and video game streaming ... "
" ... Good quality video an audio. ... "
Night Photography
4situations, well in low, video, performance, low
+100%
" ... Video quality when lighting is "perfect" is very good ... "
" ... but it's a solid camera, and I feel it beats my old logitech 920 in terms of low light performance and possibly back light situations, but of course that is subjective. ... "
" ... It also works surprisingly well in low light. ... "
Lens
4hd, camera, webcam, lens cover, focus
+100%
" ... Camera focus is either very good or very bad and takes a long time to adjust ... "
" ... I have to say that the quality of the lens and audio is outstanding and it puts out a true HD video. ... "
" ... For an hd rated camera with such a tiny sensor and lens, it captures pretty accurate and efficiently. ... "
" ... It looks like the webcam automatically focuses on what it recognizes as the subject's face. ... "
Product As Described
3overexposed, image
+33%
-67%
" ... NO SUPPORT - NO ADJUSTMENTS TO PICTURE! ... "
" ... Every image is so overexposed as to be useless. ... "
USB
3mac, function, 3, 0
+67%
-33%
" ... ok for usb ... "
" ... Se calienta mucho, y he tenido problemas con el USB 3.0 ... "
Build Quality
3put, clamp, camera, stays, mounting
+100%
" ... Love the rubber cap you can put on for privacy ... "
" ... Time will tell if its durable enough to last. ... "
" ... I love the mounting options and the ball joint swivel. ... "
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