Logitech 2 MP Portable Webcam C905 / QuickCam Pro for Notebooks Reviews

• Impressive quality and perfect size

  
  By A2RDR5G65D9H84 on 2007-10-14
  When I got the package, the first thing that made me happy was the size of this camera. I travel a fair amount on business and have a two-year-old daughter, so I always take a camera with me to talk to her at night and allow her to see me. The size of this camera is as good as it gets for traveling, and it also includes a great padded pouch for transporting it.
  
  The other aspect of this product that I loved is its image quality, especially in regards to how well it adjusts the image based on the light and also how when you are on a Skype call and you move, the person on the other side can clearly see the movement instead of seeing a blur on their screen. I compared its quality side by side with my previous camera, which roughly costs half of what this one goes for, and the difference in quality was huge; making this a great purchase.
  
  In terms of the software installation, the instructions were simple and clear and the process does not take too much time. The only thing that can be improved is that when you get to the point in which you are prompted to plug in the camera, while the computer is checking the configuration, the installation screen keeps prompting for the camera to be plugged in. People used to installing plug-and-play hardware will quickly realize what is going on, but some users may be confused by this and start unplugging and plugging the device.
  
  In terms of using the camera with Skype, the integration is seamless. The only setting I had to adjust manually was the microphone, but this is straightforward, I just needed to go to the Options / Sound Devices and pick the appropriate audio in. A final thing to consider is that for the camera to work with Skype you have to close the Logitech Quickcam software, since the image cannot be used by both programs at the same time.
  
  Overall I am highly satisfied with this product, and besides the minor problems mentioned above, the only other thing I did not care for was the stand. This camera works great if you are going to clip it to your laptop screen, but the stand provided for use with desktops is wobbly and does not help with image quality at all.
  
  

• Nearly Excellent but Flawed Optics

  
  By AUM6Q8M9VJFGH on 2007-07-15
  Update: A replacement unit has good focus from side to side. The focusing defect I saw appears to be unit specific. Check your unit for focus uniformity across its entire field of view to avoid a defective unit. Once you have a good one, the image quality is excellent.
  
  This webcam does produce a better picture than the built-in camera of a MacBook. Yes, it works with with Mac OS 10.4.10 natively as a UVC device. HOWEVER, the unit I purchased had a focusing flaw. The left side of the image was always slightly out of focus while the right side of the image was well focused. As a result, the very nice lens system just could not get the entire picture right. This focusing flaw was not so noticeable at iChat's low 640 x 480 resolution, but if native resolution images were captured using other webcam capture software, the left 1/3 of the image was clearly out of focus. I believe the unit had its glass lens tilted relative to the CCD preventing it from ever bringing both sides into focus. As a result, the camera's touted superior lens was largely negated.
  
  However, it is otherwise an impressive camera which delivers better tolerance to poor lighting than the built-in MacBook camera. The increased resolution CCD is impressive (in the focused portions of he picture) and gamma response yielded an image which conveyed greater depth.
  
  If the entire image were in focus simultaneously (in full resolution captures) I would have given this using 5 stars. With the optical flaw, I can only give it 3/5. It is possible that other specimens may have better alignment between the lens and CCD, but without testing several more units, I don't know if the problem is a design flaw or simply a single missaligned unit.
  
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• Great Little Webcam

  
  By A23VXI43BBZE64 on 2007-07-14
  This is the perfect webcam for using with a laptop. The image quality is outstanding and works well even in low light. The cord is just long enough to connect up to a USB port without getting in the way and saves space when packed up in the tiny neoprene case that's included. Logitech even thought to include a handy mini velcro strap on the USB cord to keep things organized. There's a small and quite adequate microphone with the camera. The stand that is included with the camera breaks apart into three smaller pieces so it can also easily fit in one's gear bag. I'm a bit concerned it's not quite sturdy enough for constant assembly-and-disassembly. I can see using the stand quite a bit when attending lectures because it isolates the microphone from the sound of keyboard typing. I also own an Quick Cam Ultra Vision on a workstation at work. All in all, I'd say that this tiny webcam gives the huge Ultra Vision a good run for it's money on image quality and features, but is much more convenient for the road warrior. Logitech is obviously taking web cams seriously-- these are the two best webcams I have ever seen. They suddenly make video conferencing, video Skype, and OneNote video notes a must have.
  
  

• Great Travel WebCam

  
  By AFQGYXJW4XD86 on 2008-08-03
  Compact size, superb image with autofocus, clear wide field of view. I am very happy with the video and sound quality. This WebCam replaces my HP 1.3M WebCam HP RD345AA 1.3 Megapixel Webcam for Notebooks.
  
  INSTALLATION: 3 Stars [Update process could have been smoother]
  Out of the box, the package warns you in several places not to plug the camera in until you have installed the software. They even put a small cover on the USB plug with a message on the cable. Very effective. I turned off AntiVirus protection per the instructions and then installed the software. I enabled automatically check for updates. It said no updates were found. Then I plugged in the camera. After full install, it said updates were available and gave me a link to the website where I was supposed to select my camera, operating system, file version, etc.... I closed that link and found the "Check for Updates" link within the software (Right click on the Logitech Camera icon in the System Tray). That worked smoothly without intervention from me. It updated my software from version 11.1 to 11.5.
  
  IMAGE: 5 Stars
  The 2 MP camera produces very clear images that work great on Skype. Motion is no longer blurry, and the autofocus works great. The specifications say the autofocus will not work closer than 10 cm, but I find that if you move in slowly, it will work as close as 4 or 5 cm. This is great if you want to show something up close like an image from your digital camera or a label on a product.
  
  SOUND: 5 Stars
  The built in Microphone combined with the Logitech noise reduction software eliminated all the echos and howling that I expereienced with my previous camera. I no longer have to yell to be heard. I can speak in a normal voice, or even from across the room, and my sound is crystal clear. Flawless.
  
  CLIP: 3 Stars
  The clip for this device does not hold it securely. The camera can easily be pulled left or right if the USB cable is tugged even slightly. The rubber feet on the clip seem robust, yet it seems to be delicately balanced on the edge of my monitor. It doesn't fall off, but it is not a solid perch. The camera can be independently tilted up and down, but not left and right. There is no option for clipping the camera to the side of the monitor. The included stand works decently. It is made of three pieces that fit together and then the camera clips to the top. I placed the stand behind my laptop and it worked very well...peering over the top. Unfortunately, you cannot adjust height of this stand. I will probably not bring this on future trips.
  
  SPECIAL FEATURES: 2 Stars
  There is a thin button across the top of the camera that allows you to take still photos. I found the camera button was too easy to press while trying to adjust the camera. And since the camera does not clip securely, trying to press this button almost requires two hands...one to steady the camera and the other to push the button. The included software allows Avatars to imitate your facial expressions in place of your real image. You can also add special effects like hats, arrows through your head, or goatee and mustache. When it works, this is a really neat feature that my kids loved! But, even though it was neat, something in that feature conflicted with my Symantec Antivirus. As soon as I turned antivirus back on, turning on these neat video features forced my machine into an immediate shutdown! I got a BSOD followed by a hard shutdown that I haven't seen since Win95! My machine hung in a state of limbo. The power button wouldn't turn it off (software driven) but the machine as powered up with a blank screen. I had to pull the plug and remove the battery to complete the shutdown. Each time I turned that feature on while using Antivirus, my computer gave me the BSOD and performed an immediate and hard shutdown. Needless to say, I no longer use these special features.
  
  AUTO FACE TRACKER: ?
  This is a neat feature, but I do not find it useful. It really does a great job of following my face, but at what price? It seems like the other person would get seasick watching the background bob and weave as the software followed my head around. I think I am used to seeing the background stay put, while the person moves around in the frame. Anything else is disconcerting. Since I don't care for this feature, I did not rate it. You may find it entertaining.
  
  ACCESORIES: 5 Stars
  The included soft-sided pouch, along with the velcro strap for wrapping the USB cord are nice touches as I plan to use this for travel. Why don't more manufacturers offer these nice touches?
  
  OVERALL REVIEW: 4 Stars
  The video and sound are superb, and that is what really counts. But it seems that logitech could take one more step forward and improve the software to eliminate glitches with anti-virus, improve the software update process, and design a more robust clip. With a few minor changes this would easily be a 5-star item.
  
  RECOMMENDATION:
  After trying several different brands and models, this one had the best price/performance. Cheaper ones left me wishing I had better video. More expensive ones had me wondering why they cost so much when this one offers everything I need. I would recommend purchasing this item.
  
  

• Handy portable webcam with great video quality

  
  By A23ZNGL704AW7O on 2007-10-07
  DEVICE INSTALL/SETUP
  Once again, Logitech makes install a breeze! The install and configuration wizards made setup a simple and quick task.
  
  MANUALS/DOCUMENTATION
  The documentation was complete and simple to navigate. I spent little time to find the correct installation steps for the device.
  
  FUNCTIONALITY
  The camera is as easy to use as it was to setup, and was easily accessible through both the Logitech software and 3rd party components that I have installed that are compatible with webcams (Skype, Comcast Videomail, Yahoo IM).
  
  The size and weight of the webcam is ideal for use with a notebook, and comes complete with a travel case to protect the webcam while in a laptop case, etc.
  
  My only disappointment with the Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks is the notebook clip. Made for use with laptop PCs, the webcam has a clip that affixes it to the top of the notebook monitor. I found the clip to be somewhat flimsy in the way it secured the device to the laptop. If the attached USB cable is positioned a certain way, the webcam is easily pulled downward, rather than facing straight ahead.
  
  The video quality is superb, as are the many features the camera is equipped with. Features include powerful color and brightness enhancements as well as more unusual additions such as upside down and mirror images.
  
  EASE OF USE
  The interfaces for the webcam are intuitive, promoting ease of use. Integration with 3rd party software that support webcam use is seamless.
  
  QUALITY/DURABILITY
  While this is a well-made device, it is a small portable unit, and the durability will depend largely on the abuse or care rendered by the individual user. Cautiously returning it to its travel case will prevent scratching of the camera lens. Tossing it loose in a full laptop case will likely cause undue wear and tear on the webcam, shortening its life.
  
  VALUE
  If you are in the market for a great webcam that is portable and light, then this is a perfect value for you.
  
  
  
• Does what it says!
  By AC5UOO7YRH4IK on 2007-09-24
  This webcam produces nice sharp images and the automatic focus is fabulous! The colors are rich and very true.
  It works great in dim light and well lit areas. However in my opinion it works best if the room is evenly lit,either all dim or all bright.When I first turned it on it was evening and my room was dim except for the desk lamp which was sitting behind the camera and this caused some over exposure,this was easily solved by simply turning the lamp off.
  
  The sound is also nice and clear,even from several feet away.I have a very soft voice and sitting about a foot and a half from the camera I can be easily heard,which is saying alot considering I constantly have to repeat myself to others.
  
  Even the pictures are nice,about the quality of a mid grade digital camera.It also comes with a stand if you don't want to clip it to your monitor.The stand is a light weight plastic and has a grip pad on the bottom for extra support.
  
  All in all I am very happy with this webcam and reccomend it to anyone who is looking for a nice compact webcam with excellent resolution.
  
  
• A great little notebook camera, works well for chat not for action video webcasts.
  By A6VPK7X53QNAQ on 2007-09-18
  Logitech has always been at the forefront for making web cameras and their products are plug and play. This one is no exception. You just plug it in and go! I've had the opportunity to use this product as my friend had it and now through Amazon's Vine program and I was impressed by the image quality.
  
  The image quality on the Pro series has always been better than some of their other cheaper models and is perfect for people who may be using it for live meetings. The colors for this cam are true to life and the images are sharp. It's small (2.5 inches by 1 inch) and extremely portable and easily hooks on to the top of your notebook. I own the older version of this QuickCam Pro which has thinner prongs to hook it on the top of your notebook that caused the camera to fall over more easily. Logitech has improved the clip design that attaches the camera to the notebook for this model and it now stays securely on the top of the screen even if you are moving your laptop.
  
  I've not had focusing problems with this webcam like some other reviewers have commented. In fact, the camera focuses automatically on you and performs very well in the night in low light conditions (you need to turn on the "Rightlight2" feature for the low light optimization). Just give it about 10-15 seconds to refocus if you move more than a foot away. It can be set on auto or manual focus through the software and you can also zoom in or out on your face with the same software. Sometimes, I just have had to adjust the focus a little bit to make the image sharper if I want to focus on a specific object (other than my face) that is not right in front of the webcam. You can set the camera to follow you and it keeps panning in that mode which can get a little too much for chat. I've used this webcam on Windows Live Messenger with surprisingly good image quality (really crystal clear) over a cable internet connection. There is one caveat though, if you want to use this webcam to perform some fast action in front of the camera it will be pretty blurry even though the refresh rate of the camera is up to 30 fps (30 frames per second). There may be a fix for this problem through the settings, but I have not found it and I got the same blur even when I turned off the auto focus.
  
  The better resolution requires greater processor speed and works best with USB 2.0 so if you have an older laptop with a slower processor this will make your other applications freeze or slow down. They bundle the HP Photosmart software with this camera, which I don't use. I usually turn off the mic on the camera as my notebook has inbuilt mic.
  
  It also has a video-effects feature in the software, where you can substitute a shark or an E.T. like creature (there are 2 more options) instead of your face and it mimics your facial expressions, so the people on the other side will see a shark saying "Hello" and winking!. That will funny to use once in a while but it does not work too well in low light, you'll need to have a brighter light on your face for this feature to work well. It comes with a softcase which is nice for travel and helps protect the lens. The included stand that comes in 3 pieces to increase portability is a nice touch as you may sometimes not want to have the camera on the top of your notebook, especially if you work at a desk. Like other webcams you can broadcast yourself live with this camera or even take quick pics upto 8MP but since there is no flash the pics will not be too great in low light. You can also make video clips of yourself for youtube or Amazon video reviews.
  
  
• Great little cam - the best I've seen
  By A3EBK74CIR5NRJ on 2007-08-29
  I've tried out quite a few cams over the years, and this is the best I have used. The image is sharp, not grainy at all. The color is realistic and the included software makes adjustments to contrast, color saturation, etc., a breeze. It works very well in low light situations, thanks to the RightLight(tm)2 Technology.
  
  The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I found the auto-focus to be a little slow at times, but if you're just sitting in front of the PC it is not a concern. It could have been because I wasn't using enough light. Others' experiences may be different, and I wouldn't consider it detrimental enough not to use the cam. It's excellent overall.
  
  The cam is tiny, even smaller than I expected. You can carry it in your pocket or use the little case they give you. It's only two inches by one inch and thin, too, even with the clip on the back.
  
  
• Works out of the box in Linux!
  By A3H0J6HKP07300 on 2009-05-06
  I prayed and prayed after I ordered this. I had previously checked out the linux uvc webcam [...]which might work, and this seemed like the 2007 model that is mentioned in the list.
  
  After I got it, I ran to the laptop, heart pounding as I plugged it in. /var/log/messages confirmed that the USB identifier was just the one which was supported - 046d:0991. I started up ekiga and it straightaway showed my video. I fired up Skype, and it showed up as well. Even the microphone works! Just freaking awesome!
  
  Those in the market for linux compatible webcams, be aware that most logitech webcams are marked in the linux uvc page as potentially having problems (including the famed pro 9000 model). Be careful and do your research before buying webcams. This one works! Picture quality is ok. I am not sure whether the video qualifies as HD as somebody has tagged this product with.
  
  OS used: Ubuntu Linux 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex), but should work in all modern linux distros with uvc support.
  
  
  
  
• Pixelation on the Go
  By A96JD9312DHWC on 2007-09-27
  Logitech makes good cameras - there is no denying that these days - and the notebook camera is a great piece of merchandise for anyone needing a laptop view of the world. That seems a good thing, too, especially since the world is becoming more compact and everyone wants everything on the fly. I've personally owned two cameras on my personal computer before this and, to put it bluntly, I've always thought they stunk. The way the pictures intertwine, the way the grain bleeds into the background; everything that was promised seemed to be compromised and then some. And then I got my laptop camera and was surprised, pleasantly, by what it had to offer.
  
  While there are flaws in the presentation of live video (as mentioned by other reviewers), Logitech does a great job with what they say they will deliver. The sound connected to the camera is great, the video itself is great when you find something you want to showcase and farm the image somewhat (or just want to chat a bit), and the ease of learning the product makes it all the more worthwhile. After having the product for minutes I figured out how to use it, and there were enough things to do with it to make it fun as my wife and I explored what it could do. All f this is done at an economically advantageous price to the consumer, too, with a camera that keeps growing on me.
  
  Included with this is also a stand (shown in the photos), a novel concept that really makes a difference when you have to decide between hooking something to your computer or letting it set casually beside you, and it also comes with a carrying case. The stand went from novel to useful pretty quickly, the case turned out to be big enough to protect the camera while allowing it to be carried with ease, and the product something that really is what it says it will be.
  Overall, I've been really pleased.
  
  
  
• Great camera for my iBook
  By A2DN89G3NERV6V on 2007-12-17
  I bought this for my iBook G4 running Tiger and it works great. I later upgraded to Leopard without a problem. No setup necessary at all, just plugged it in and it was immediately found by iChat AV and PhotoBooth.
  
  
• Does not work with current Skype
  By A2YOG7QOVAAIUK on 2007-09-22
  As some other reviewers already mentioned: This cam does not work with the current skype version ... but in case someone wants to keep his cam: after endless fiddeling around the fallback solutions seems to be to use Skype version 3.0.0.218 or older ...
  
  Skype blames the problem on Logitech, Logitech says Skype is buggy (since the camera is working fine with the logitech video call software...(btw: this is a paid service for $6.95/month) ... none of the two companies seems to care, however, if a seller puts a Skype logo on the package, I do not care where the problem exactly is, I simply expect the hardware to work with Skype.
  
  2 days later.... after I almost overcame my initial frustration with the skype incompatibility let me add that under Vista on my Thinkpad X60 neither echo cancellation nor face tracking do work... did I mention that the same is true for any of other nice additional affects (avatars, still picture ...)?? Logitech Support told me to try a clean install (remove logitech software, disable all startup programs and non essential services, reinstall), took me about another hour ... however none of the bugs encountered so was solved by this.
  
  
• Skype Users Stay Away!
  By A1VKVRL019C6HF on 2007-09-03
  I purchased this webcam for use with my laptop and Skype. I use Skype for business and pleasure. Even though the box has the Skype logo on it, the product is NOT compatible with the latest version of Skype -- 3.5. The video freezes about 15 seconds into any call. I am not the only user with this problem. Check out the Logitech and Skype user forums and you will see that this is common to anyone trying to use this webcam with Skype 3.5. I have not been able to get a straight answer from either Skype or Logitech as to whether they are addressing this issue. So, for now, my advice for Skype users is to buy a different webcam.
  
  
• Don't buy if your notebook has a narrow width display bezel
  By A39KRR2TBRDGCX on 2008-06-24
  I returned this product before even installing the driver.
  
  While I suspect the quality of the electronics is great, the mechanical design could be improved. I bought the camera to use with a T43 ThinkPad notebook. Like most modern notebooks, the display bezel is rather thin, with only about 3/8 of an inch (1 cm) between the outer edge and the display. The mounting clip is near the center of the back of the camera. While it does allow the camera to swivel to center the image, it does not have any means to offset the mounting location. As such, about 3/4 of an inch (2 cm) of the camera body extended over the active area of the screen, blocking viewing anything which might be below it.
  
  I suppose I could remove the camera when not in use, or move the active window around to avoid covering any information, but for a high end camera, I don't think that is a reasonable trade-off.
  
  Bottom line - I would not recommend this camera for use on a notebook which has a narrow width bezel on the display.
  
  
  
• Great little add-on to a notebook
  By A1MAG8BDOVJHTT on 2007-10-14
  As with other Logitech products (at least the four others that I have), there were no issues with getting this cam running on my notebook. This always pleases me, since my computer is pushing 6 years of age. :) It's small enough to fit into my carrying case without having to remove anything that I already cram in there, and its weight is negligible. That makes it perfect for travel use in my book.
  
  I was not too impressed with the software that comes packaged with the cam, but it does get the job done. I was actually impressed with the image quality. Most webcams I have played around with were abysmal in their resolution. This one, however, did nearly as good a job as some digital cameras I have used. I attribute this to the optics, as I have had good experiences with Zeiss lenses on various microscopes in the past.
  
  The cost is not too bad considering the quality of product that it delivers. I am too pleased with this little gem. :)
  
  
• Awesome video quality and color rendition, slow autofocus
  By AAZWL62QVNLLP on 2007-10-08
  This webcam has a really incredible video quality. It works in very low light, even if the light only comes from the computer monitor. The color rendition stays accurate in low or high lighting conditions. The autofocus sometimes does not focus on the right subject and is rather slow compared to camcorders, but since this is a webcam it does not bothers me that much. Audio is crisp and echo free.
  Pros:
  - Excellent picture quality, way better than all non HD camcorders I know of.
  - Works very well in low light
  - Stunning video quality in skype
  - Small size, little bigger than 2 AA batteries side to side.
  - short cable reduce clutter for laptop and desktop with usb hub on the monitor
  - included mount for desktop
  - easy installation
  
  Cons:
  - slow and sometime inaccurate autofocus.
  - Software updates are slow and at present time Video effect (tracks your face to animate virtual avatars, or decorate your face with masks, glasses, etc) software conflicts with latest Microsoft hotfixes and returns an error message.
  
  Conclusion: this is in my opinion the best webcam on the market today both in term of design and performance.
  
  
• Great little webcam for notebooks or desktops
  By A89LMQ6FPHWYF on 2007-08-28
  Several months ago, I bought the older Logitech quickcam pro for notebooks and it was great, except it didn't have manual focus on it. Logitech improved that feature and more with this newer version of the same camera that came out in July. I was excited to see that they had changed that among other things! Just like my original quickcam pro, this one has the stand, which is good for sitting your cam when you aren't using it to clip on the top of your notebook. I have a toshiba 17" laptop, and this cam fits perfectly on the top of it. Have dark rooms? No problem... the low light technology on this webcam is the best I've seen. Over the course of 5 years, I have bought about 4 webcams and this cam by far is the best in dark room settings. The previous quickcam pro I have works great too... I use this cam to talk to friends on aim, and they have ichat. Works great. They can't believe all I have on my desk is one lamp on the low setting and they can see me perfectly clear, when they have to turn on all the lights in their room so I can see them! Another thing too is the 2 megapixel video .. it's pretty awesome. And you can take photos in 8 megepixels! There aren't many webcams out there that do that. If you buy a webcam with a 1 megapixel video or lower, you get what you pay for and it's going to look awful.
  
  One thing about this camera, which I just asked the logitech customer support on their message boards about, is about the frame rate. It's supposed to be up to 30 frames, yet this one seems a bit slow. My other quickcam pro didn't seem to have any problems with the frame rate, yet this one does for some reason. It's almost a ghostly effect when you move. Which really isn't that big of a deal, but it would be nice if it didn't have that or you could adjust how fast it picks up the images it captures. Or maybe it's just a problem on my computer's end. Other than that this camera works great and I would recommend it to everyone.
  
  
• Painful to set up especially with SKYPE, but once you're done it's great
  By A1P3WDG0UJNSG7 on 2008-02-14
  I bought one for me and one for my parents so they could see the grandkids growing up. I set up mine first so I could walk them through the process. I have a different computer than my parents do, so the steps to get it to work were not identical. I had to install the camera software, install Skype, then install updates to the camera software (rebooting the computer in between each install).
  
  In order to get my parents to work, we had to go through the same process multiple times ... their anti-virus software tried to block the installation at several points, and we had to work around that. It took multiple telephone sessions with them and a lot of frustration to get it done.
  
  But having said that, now that it's all set up and running, the quality of the video is GREAT. My brother has a cheaper Logitech bought from Walmart, and the picture quality is horrible. I'm going to try and convince him to get one of these instead (and then hope that he has the patience to walk through the steps to get it working).
  
  
• Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks
  By A2MWRTJ5S3SZKU on 2007-09-08
  I bought this camera recently and i should admit i love it. I used to have a cheap Phillips webcam and the quality of it was bad. The picture came out as if i was in a basement. This camera has a very cool useful feature which is called the backlight and even if there is not enough light in the room it still looks DOOD, VERY GOOD.
  The microphone is working very well too. You can sit away from the wbcam and still talk with your normal voice volume. It does not have any background noise.
  Another nice feature of this camera is special effects. You can fool around, adding some funny hats, glasses, masks to your face or even become an alien (if smb wants to).It works with Skype, but you have to let this software be used with Skype. The program asks you if you want to let Logitech be used with Skype and if you say yes, you can enjoy this cool feature.
  The best thing of all is the glass Carl Zeiss Lens. It really makes difference. My husband has pretty much same webcam but without such lens and the quality of picture is notisably worse.
  The only thing i had trouble with is software, i had to install it twice. But i think it is somehow connected with the virus program in my computer, it is a crazy software and always interferes with all installations.
  I like everything about this very camera, especially great picture quality and forgot to mention small design. It is small and cute and looks good on notebook.
  If i needed to buy one more camera i would get the same one. Hopefully it was helpful.
  
  
• QuickCam Pro for Notebooks
  By AWLHEYRPLHKVF on 2007-09-22
  well made webcam. impressive image quality. most suitable for the road warrior. for at home or office use buy the logitech quickcam pro 9000. does not work well with latest version of skype. tried on 3 different machines running xp. will lock up computer everytime. works great with yahoo messagner and windows live messanger. windows live messanger has the best free video calling platform at this time.
  
  
• Worst design, so-so software, great quality
  By A3MC8H7V03TUI4 on 2008-07-10
  First bought a Microsoft webcam first but didn't work well with Yahoo IM! Then bought this after reading reviews.
  
  Pros:
  - video quality is good.
  - you can create quick video files.
  
  Cons:
  - I have a Dell and an IBM laptop. The clip is not working well. Very poor design. It keeps moving from the edge of the screen. The grip is not strong either.
  - You will not be able to use this webcam with a regular LCD since the screen edge thickness is more than 1/2 inch.
  - Their software is very buggy. It takes over the Mic input. I have tried many combination in the last 2 days and as soon as I connect my headset, it stops working in Skype and Yahoo and MSN.
  - Design again: there is no way to roate the webcam. No rotation axis.
  - The great Lens (Zeiss) is very much unprotected. They should have created some kind of concave design like the Microsoft ones.
  
  I still can't believe they missed the clip design that bad...
  
  I do recommend Logitech but not this model.
  
  
• Unbelievably easy to use, high quality too, and very small
  By A3NGOG8Z78AZSD on 2009-07-26
  If I could give this product six stars, I would. I've purchased a couple of webcams over the years. All turned out to be just hard enough to use and just low enough quality that they eventually went in a drawer. Then, three weeks ago, before a trip to India and China, I decided to give webcams another try so that I could stay in touch with home. Based on Amazon reviews and previous good experiences with other Logitech products, I purchased a Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks for my laptop and a Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 for the home computer.
  
  Both cameras are beautifully designed. The notebook version is very small (even smaller than it looks in the picture) and takes up about as much space than my mobile phone in my briefcase. Both units fit onto the monitors very easily (the Notebook version clips on, while the 9000 just sits on top of the monitor with a counterweight in the back). Installation of the software was a breeze -- took just a few minutes and installed without a hitch.
  
  The real news for me, though, is the Logitech Vid software. At first, I didn't load the software, because it wasn't on the CD (I had to download it). However, after trying video chat on gmail (which was a bit confusing and kept crashing my computer), I downloaded the Logitech Vid software on both my laptop and my home computer. It's incredibly easy to use. All I had to do was register an email address on each computer, after which call from system to system was as easy as clicking on the picture of the person on the other system. No exaggeration, it was easier than dialing a phone number.
  
  For the last two weeks, I used the Logitech Quickcam to call home nightly from both India and China, using the regular internet access from the hotels. The process was incredibly simple -- a few seconds after clicking on the icon for the other computer, I was connected with home. The video quality was excellent, even in very poor lighting conditions, and the autofocus worked very well to keep us both sharp. The audio quality was also very clear; in fact, it was clearer than phone calls back to the States.
  
  Given that calls back to the States normally cost $1 to $3 a minute from Asia, I figure I made back the cost of the cameras in a single trip. Since the video calls involved no incremental cost, I was able to talk as long as I wanted. Also, being able to see the family, rather than just hear them, was huge.
  
  In a nutshell, I couldn't be more pleased. I promptly bought two more cameras for someone who works for me and also travels a lot internationally. I'll soon be ordering a camera for the grandparents; installation and use was simple enough that I'm confident my 80-something parents will have no problem setting it up and using it.
  
  As I mentioned at the outset, I've tried webcams several times before, without success. Maybe they've simply gotten better since the last time I tried, or maybe Logitech finally cracked the code of extreme ease-of-use combined with very high picture and sound quality. In any case, the outcome was a true blessing for me when traveling internationally. I highly, highly recommend this camera to anyone who wants to stay in touch with family and friends who are far away and who wants a solution that's as easy as (or actually easier than) a phone call. I couldn't be more pleased with this product.
  
  
• Logitech Web Cam Pro
  By A3PL8LURW3835M on 2009-07-01
  I bought 2, one for me and one for my daughter-in-law, so I could watch my baby grandaughter throughout the Summer months while we are up north.
  The Logitech QuickCam Pro is very easy to set up. It is small, so easily portable. Good choice and I am recommending it for my 2 adult children who live in other states.
  
  
• Good little webcam
  By A1R87GD4CLPKTK on 2009-06-11
  The specs on this webcam suggest a higher quality performance than for a basic unit. I found that the high resolution, sharp image and autofocus features all seem to be as promised. The resolution is near-HD at maximum, so it should be enough for most uses. Only two little knocks: (1) While the software allows user adjustment of contrast, brightness and color, the critical settings are very touchy and take a little effort and practice to get right; (2) the desktop stand works, but could have been so better designed and more stable - it's merely adequate. My use: recording legal interviews and depositions.
  
  
• Great but not for Toshiba Satellite
  By A3NP1ZVLRWP8F0 on 2009-06-03
  Great web cam! Almost any light is good for showing a great image. Sound is perfect. The only drawback is that the integrated clip for securing to the laptop is to high on the back of the cam, so the cam itself blocks part of the screen on my Toshiba Satellite.
  
  
• Great camera, well worth the additional money!
  By A23CDMINR1PGH4 on 2009-03-30
  We bought this after reading numerous reviews of all the current web cams. We were hoping to only spend about $40 on a camera as there seemed to be many brand name options out there in that price range. After reading about all the people who had taken back many of the $40 options and the rave reviews on this one we decided to get this camera. It is easy to setup and works great. We did have to download the latest software from Logitech, as the software on the CD would not install on our computer, but that was easy enough. All our family said the image quality was great, so we suggested they get the same camera. Unfortunately no one else purchased the same camera. While the image we see of them is acceptable it looks horrible compared to what they see of us. We even did a side by side comparison when they came to visit, and this camera is well worth the extra $35 if you are buying it on Amazon vs local prices of other cameras like the Microsoft one.
  
  About the only thing that bothers me is when I clip it to our laptop I often press the button on top of the camera and it snaps a still shot. Otherwise I am very happy we chose to spend the extra money and get the best camera we could. At least our family can see our daughter perfectly, even if we can't see them as well.
  
  
• Excellent with one exception...
  By A3HY3FYNF3GLMS on 2009-02-02
  This camera is excellent. Way smaller that what I expected. Incredible image. And I was really picky about image quality. It's perfect. The only flaw is that it doesn't stay on my laptop correctly, so I have to use the stand it came with (thank god)
  
  But overall, it's an awesome webcam. Extremely clear! Takes really nice pictures, videos, and cool accessory options!
  
  
• One of the best WebCams there is
  By A13GML6GNUSNE8 on 2009-01-26
  Logitech's top three webcams, ProNotebook, Pro9000 and the Orbit use the same insides. So Quality wise the three are the same. Pro for Notebook is the most convenient one as it travels well. I am not too keen on the attaching clip as I have not yet found a convenient way of affixing it bar for the supplied stand. I use blue tak to affix it to my monitor or laptop. But that is not important. Primary use for me is for video communications over skype which incidentally gives the best performance. Logitech makes other webcams at lower price points and its true that if you are using it for IM most of the time, your IM partner benefits most since they see a better image and you won't if they have cheaper models. Long and short of it, its not worth going cheap, so hunt for the best deal you can get. Get two and give one to mom and dad. Its alot cheaper than flying over there!. Be careful with Logitech software, no piece of software is bug free. Always check for the latest on their web site before installing.
  
  
  
  
• Say Cheese
  By A139ZF7CJVVTJU on 2008-01-15
  Given that the pace of technology is rapidly out-stripping itself, it is getting harder and harder to stay caught up, let alone understand and competently (and completely) use the technology you may have.
  
  This little cam is an excellent solution: a classy item that does most of the hard work for you. The picture is always crisp and self-correcting, the image adjusts to pretty much any lighting conditions, and there's even a user-friendly control panel that lets fussier owners manipulate virtually every aspect of the device. As far as pure mechanics go, the Logitech QuickCam is pretty much everything you could hope for or want, short of a lens that automatically removes blemishes and fixes your hair for you.
  
  Actually, this cam isn't far off from that, either. The programming includes a whole host of avatars, facial additions, fun filters, and video masks that, while mostly goofy, are also endlessly amusing. With one-button recording capabilities and an astonishingly thorough range of connectivity, this clever little unit will appeal as much to the child in you, as to the techno-phile.
  
  Clipable to the backs of most slimmer notebooks (but packaged also with a mostly-sturdy free-stand for those of you with thicker models), the Logitech QuickCam Pro with its crystalline clarity and ease of use will make you wonder why you ever bothered with its grainy and glitchy predecessors. And although it may not come with Anti-Acne technology or Corrective Cowlick computational abilities, it'll definitely make you look better than you ever have before.
  
  
• Logitech Webcam Pro for Notebooks
  By AZEJAQ6QUYLWE on 2010-02-12
  The Amazon website uses both the old name of "Quickcam Pro for Notebooks" and "Webcam C905". These webcams are not the same product. The Webcam C905 looks the same, but electronically is an updated version of the Quickcam Pro for Notebooks. I have both webcams and in practical use after many hours on Skype, I am unable to perceive a difference.
  
  Even though the Webcam C905 will function w/o installing the Logitech SW, I strongly suggest that the purchaser download the updated installation software from the Logitech website "lws110.exe". The newer software has updated features as well as Logitech VID, the Logitech answer to Skype, Windows Live, and any other VOIP software. I still use Skype. The newer software will function with the older "Quickcam Pro for Notebooks". The installation process with the latest software is simpler. I recommend a reboot after installation.
  
  In use, the video from either webcam remains very sharp and clear, much better than webcams built in to the bezels on later laptops or Netbooks. The Rightlight technology was excellent and remains excellent even though it is listed as improved. The microphone in the webcam is better than built-in microphones.
  
  One negative comment is the mounting clamp for the Webcam which remains the same. The webcam is very compact to travel with, but the clamp is somewhat touchy when installed on the lid/screen of the laptop for positioning because of the stiff USB cable.
  
  On a slight negative note, I have observed that the latest version of Skype _very_ ocassionally has problems obtaining video from the Webcam C905. A reboot solves the problem. I never had those problems with the "Quickcam Pro for Notebooks". It seems to be related to a feature that Skype has which allows switching back/forth from the Webcam to transmitting a live image of the users Windows desktop (very useful for remote debugging).
  
  In my opinion, although I was hesitant about upgrading from webcams that functioned very nicely, I can recommend the Logitech Webcam C905 as a valid replacement for the QuickCam Pro for Notebooks.
  
  
  

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