Great Web Cam, (What's this?) I bought this in conjunction with a headset/microphone prior to my move across country from Missouri to Washington. The purpose was the fact that I would be Skyping with my daughter and needed something reliable. From the moment I plugged it in I was amazed by the clarity and ease of use.
Not what it claims to be, still good webcam., (What's this?) Firstly, this webcam is not a 5.0 Megapixel Camera. It's the name of the camera, as misleading as that sounds.
However, I bought the webcam knowing that it wasn't going to be a super high quality one, and I've been mostly satisfied with it.
In terms of video quality, it's not bad. The image can sometimes be a little grainy, but that might be my signal quality as well. I have no problems making out faces or seeing anything I need to see. It stays firmly and comfortable on it's base, and I've never had any problems with it falling over, or being knocked around. It's actually pretty decent!
However, I did have a few minor issues with it. the first issues is that there is no microphone in this webcam, so you'll need to get a separate mic attachment. I also knew that when I bought it, but it's still a feature that I would like to see in this models.
Toy-like simplicity in a functional-yet-inexpensive webcam, (What's this?) For under ten bucks, this is a surprisingly reliable webcam. Structurally, it does feel like a "my first webcam" toy; almost entirely plastic. While the screw-tightened suction cup seems like a winner, the cup itself is more rigid than a typical car GPS mount; nothing short of perfectly flat glass will hold the seal for more than a few minutes.
The LED lighting is purely analog, there's no way to control the lights via software; only the dial on the cord will adjust it. The dial feels like a headphone volume control. Also, the lights only dim so much, then completely turn off. (likely a voltage threshold of the diodes themselves)
The advertised image size (5MP) is probably exaggerated. There's no OEM software to "plump-up" the megapix, so it's what-you-see-is-what-you-get performance. In Ubuntu, the "Camorama" program shows the largest resolution as around 800x600 at 8.5 fps. (yes, it is connected to USB 2.0 port) Not exactly 5MP, more like under 2MP unless there's a magic app' out there that can extract more pixels from it.
I wouldn't expect a pro-quality device for under fifty bucks, anyway. It would seem you get what you pay for, but if you're paying for a basic skype-worthy-non-HD webcam, then this hits the mark perfectly.
Seller Lies about product, (What's this?) The product claims to be 5.0 megapixel but is actual VGA or 640x480 pixels. The light isn't adjustable like the description implies. It included no software and the suction cup doesn't work in the slightest. Do not buy.
Basic webcam, works with linux, (What's this?) Not bad for a cheap webcam, has LED lights which can be adjusted, works with linux. It is only 2.0MP though not 5.
Great especially at the cost, If you download manycam; a free webcam software you can take great pictures or videos with all kinds of effects. The cam does not come with software, so manycam is a good free software to compliment this camera. Without downloading software it should still work for video conferencing. I have yahoo and it worked with that after simply plugging the camera in.
I hope this is useful.
Cheap, (What's this?) The description says; "Brand new high quality USB Night Vision PC Web Camera". I take exception to the phrase "high quality".
Great camera for the $$, (What's this?) I needed an inexpensive camera for my laptop in order to Skype with family across the country. For $5 this camera is outstanding. It does not feel like a toy and the picture quality is outstanding.
Clear., (What's this?) When i received this webcam it turned out to be a eight megapixel webcam not five. It works great with clearness and has leds for lighting.
Great Webcam (Especially For Price)!!!, (What's this?) While this webcam does indeed look and feel like a cheap kids toy, it actually works surprising well for being a little over five bucks! The only downside is that there was no instruction manual included in the packaging (the packaging = the webcam inside a ziplock bag), although it was easy to learn some of the major features(i.e. adjusting the focus and turning the lights on/off) on my own.
Swivel head design for full 360 degree rotation with suction base 4 LED lights for night vision viewing; 5.0 MP still image capture Compatible with Windows 2000 / NT / Me / XP / Vista Automatic brightness adjustment and color compensation Software included
Swivel head design for full 360 degree rotation with suction base.4 LED lights for night vision viewing; 5.0 MP still image capture.Compatible with Windows 2000 / NT / Me / XP / Vista.Automatic brightness adjustment and color compensation.Software included. Brand new high quality USB Night Vision PC Web Camera with 5.0 MP still image capture and 4 bright LED lights for night vision. Take pictures and videos or send live images across the internet in real time video chat. Chat with your friends on MSN, ICQ, AIM, Yahoo, Skype or net meeting with webcam features. Ideal for video conferencing and other personal communication. Support Windows 2000 / NT / Me / XP / Vista.
