Product Description

To deliver image-perfect detail and clarity, the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam combines Logitech's premium autofocus technology with Carl Zeiss optics. The Logitech webcam uses a voice coil motor for its autofocus system, instead of a stepper motor. Focusing is fast and fluid - crisp even in extreme close-ups only 10 cm from the camera lens. Logitech's autofocus system compensates for changes in image-edge sharpness and refocuses images in less than three seconds. And through its exclusive collaboration with Carl Zeiss, Logitech ensures that the lens meets the world-renowned Zeiss standards for design and manufacturing to achieve superior sharpness in a compact, lightweight design.The 2-megapixel sensor helps the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam capture video images in high resolution. It is assisted by Logitech's RightLight 2 technology, which enables the webcam to adjust intelligently in dim or harshly backlighted situations.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #93 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Logitech
• Model: 960-000254
• Platform: Mac OS X
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 8.00 pounds

Features

• High-definition video
• 2-megapixel sensor
• Built-in microphone
• Up to 30 frames per second live video on Skype and iChat
• High-Speed USB 2.0

From the Manufacturer

Image-Perfect Detail and Clarity for Your Mac
Designed specifically for the Mac, the QuickCam Vision Pro lets you enjoy a video calling experience that far surpasses that of other solutions--either embedded or stand-alone. It features optics by Carl Zeiss, the global leader in camera optics, for image-perfect detail and clarity. Its premium autofocus keeps images razor-sharp, even in the most extreme close-ups. The 2-megapixel sensor will let you enjoy sharper, more lifelike video calling, and RightLight 2 light correction technology adjusts intelligently to produce the best possible image, even in dim or uneven lighting. And the built-in microphone provides clear audio for voice and video conversations.

Key Features

• Autofocus and Carl Zeiss optics for razor-sharp images--even in close-ups
• Native support for Mac OS video applications--no software to install
• High-definition 2-megapixel sensor for pictures that never looked more real
• RightLight 2 technology for dramatic improvements in dim or uneven lighting
• Built-in microphone for crystal-clear conversations during your video calls

Autofocus and Carl Zeiss Optics for Razor-Sharp Images--Even in Close-Ups Enjoy more detail and clarity with optics by Carl Zeiss, the global leader in camera optics. And the premium autofocus keeps your images stay razor sharp, even in the most extreme close-ups.	Native Support for Mac OS Video Applications--No Software to Install With native support for the Mac OS, this premium webcam works right out of the box with your favorite video applications, including iChat and Photo Booth. There's no software to install. Just plug it into a USB port, and you're ready to go.	High-Definition 2-Megapixel Sensor for Pictures that Never Looked More Real The true 2-megapixel sensor delivers HD-quality video (720p in wide aspect ratio) and 2-megapixel photos (up to 1600 x 1200 pixels) with recommended applications.* *Photo Booth and iChat support a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 pixels.	RightLight 2 Technology for Dramatic Improvements in Dim or Uneven Lighting With RightLight 2 technology, your videos will look clear and crisp, even in dim or uneven lighting, side lighting, or backlighting. This advanced light correction technology automatically senses the brightness level and makes the proper adjustments to produce the best possible image.	Built-in Microphone for Crystal-Clear Conversations during Your Video Calls Providing clear, crisp audio, the built-in microphone makes it easy to have voice and video conversations on your Mac.

The webcam you want for your Mac There's a good chance your Mac already does video calling right out of the box. Thankfully, the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro isn't just any webcam. With Carl Zeiss optics, premium autofocus, a 2-megapixel sensor, high-definition video (with recommended applications), and our exclusive RightLight 2 technology, this is the webcam that delivers image-perfect detail and clarity.

Works with these applications:

What's in the Box

Package Contents Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro 6-foot cable and universal monitor clip/stand Quick-reference card Two-year limited hardware warranty Full product support

Technical Specifications

• True 2-megapixel sensor (1600 x 1200 pixels)
• Still image capture: Up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (with compatible applications)
• HD video capture: Up to 720p in wide aspect ratio (with compatible applications)
• Live video capture: Up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (with compatible applications)
• Live video up to 30 frames per second (with recommended system)

Note: Photo Booth and iChat support a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 pixels (VGA). Capturing images up to 2 megapixels, including 720p high-definition video, would require a third-party application (such as BTV Pro or EvoCam).

Customer Reviews

Great product
I've used many web cams over the years. If fact, I also have the Logitech Quickcam Orbit. However, this is the best webcam so far. Works in an almost dark room. Great!

Bad camera. Be aware of this issue.
Please, be aware of this problem before you buy this camera.
The camera works fine as long as you use it with just one application. However, as soon as you launch a second application that takes control of the camera, the image goes extremely dark. Logitech is aware of this issue but they claim in their forum that the product behaves like that by design. It makes no sense. The solution they offer is to unplug and plug the camera back in. This is unnacceptable. I'll return this product if they don't offer a viable solution when I call support on Monday.
The link below is from the logitech troubleshooting forum discussing this problem.
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Autofocus is hit and miss (mostly miss)
Bought this to hook up to my mac mini. The video quality is nowhere near the quality of the video from the built in webcam on my imac. The focus on this thing goes in and out, and everyone I talk to using Skype says the image looks blurry and pixelated. Maybe my room isn't bright enough, but it's just barely usable.