Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 390 reviews of Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and design. The size and price also get good reviews.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 38 user reviews of Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the size and design. The price and usability are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the reliability.

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74% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2025

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Amazon.com review summary for Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 168 user reviews of Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size and reliability. The design and price also get good feedback.

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82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2025

Expert review by : Leah Yamshon, pcworld.com (techadvisor.co.uk)

Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 review

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 shoots in 720p HD at frame rates of up to 30 frames per second (the best high-definition webcam in our rankings, the Logitech HD Pro Webcam C910, supports up to 1080p capture). The Microsoft Webcam has an autofocus...

Despite its colour quirks, the Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 is a solid choice for casual video chatting, and it has a great price to boot. It looks great perched atop your laptop and is easy to adjust as you power your machine off and on. Another bonus:...

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)

Two Webcams : EyeBall from Blue Microphones & Microsoft HD-6000 Lifecam

Here I am looking at two rather nice webcams. First an offering from Blue Microphones that obviously features a quality microphone. Second an offering from Microsoft that is HD and offers far better images than most.

Audio streams can be captured and are saved in .WAV at 48kbps producing wav files of about 400k per minute of capture

Aug, 2010

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Microsoft - LifeCam HD-6000

In an age when all cameras, TVs and monitors are judged by the quality of their high definition imagery, Microsoft has produced two new units in its LifeCam Webcam series that attempt to be ahead of ...

The LifeCam HD-6000 is a small, neat, classy notebook Webcam with 360 degree rotation, excellent HD quality even in low light conditions and a large, fun selection of special effects for social networkers.

Jul, 2010

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Expert review by : Leah Yamshon (goodgearguide.com.au)

Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

Microsoft's LifeCam HD-6000 is a great high-def webcam for laptop use

Plenty of customisable video-capture options, 360-degree rotational swivel

Requires refocusing with every subtle movement, picture is often extremely bright

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 shoots 720p HD widescreen video and includes in-depth features in its software.

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com)

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Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

720p HD video quality at 30 frames per second, 360-degree rotation; inexpensive; LifeCam desktop software offers fun 3D video effects.

4MP photo resolution; jumpy autofocus; not compatible with Mac OS.

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 for notebooks offers impressive HD video output quality and excellent sound definition over previous models for an overall smooth video-chatting experience, but the continual autofocus feature can be distracting to your...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Leah Yamshon (pcworld.com)

Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 ($60 as of August 5, 2010) delivers great video at a fantastic price--and its smart design makes it perfect for use with laptops.

Plenty of customizable video-capture options ; Smooth, 360-degree rotational swivel

Requires refocusing with every subtle movement ; Picture is often extremely bright

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000 shoots 720p HD widescreen video and includes in-depth features in its software.

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com.au)

Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

720p HD video quality at 30 frames per second ; 360-degree rotation ; Inexpensive ; LifeCam desktop software offers fun 3D video effects

4MP photo resolution ; Jumpy autofocus ; Not compatible with Mac OS

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Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com.au)

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Microsoft LifeCam HD-6000

720p HD video quality at 30 frames per second, 360-degree rotation; inexpensive; LifeCam desktop software offers fun 3D video effects.

4MP photo resolution; jumpy autofocus; not compatible with Mac OS.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Abhijit Ahaskar (ld2.ciol.com)

Microsoft Lifecam HD6000

Microsoft's new offering Lifecam HD6000 is a pocket-sized and portable laptop webcam offering HD video and effects and is decently priced for 2.5k

Compact & lightweight ; 720p @ 30fps ; Auto Focus ; 42 image effects

Glossy ; Poor sound quality

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Manish Mamidanna (skattertech.com)

Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 & HD-6000 (Review)

When Microsoft first entered the webcam market in 2006, they faced many experienced competitors such as Logitech. Most pundits thought that Microsoft's new business would never stand a chance. However, over the past year or so the LifeCam series has...

Jun, 2010

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