Introduction

The Pro 5000 webcam continues the QuickCam Pro tradition of providing high-quality VGA video at an affordable price. "The innovative technology in our award-winning QuickCam family sets new quality benchmarks for video and audio, making video communications more natural and enjoyable," said Gina Clark, director of product marketing for Logitech's video business unit. The new QuickCam Pro 5000 is the next generation of our best-selling Pro model, but now features higher quality audio and video technology at a great new price."
VGA resolution
Logitech integrates the company's new RightLight and RightSound technologies for audio and video performance at a great price. The sensor provides true 640*480 VGA resolution. Also, a snapshot button atop the camera, and a focus with extended depth of field, make it easy for people to take pictures at 1.3 megapixels to e-mail to friends and family. The QuickCam also comes with a flexible base, which allows it to rest comfortably on a crt monitor or clip to a flat-panel monitor.
RightLight Technology
A system of hardware and software technologies, Logitech RightLight technology vastly improves webcam image quality in a wide variety of lighting conditions. The technology combines advanced sensor technology, sophisticated firmware and high-quality lenses that work together to deliver greater sensitivity to light (especially in low light) and optimized skin tones, while minimizing the distortion of images.
RightSound Technology
By combining a webcam's microphone with acoustic echo cancellation software, Logitech RightSound technology provides people the flexibility of conducting video calls without wearing a headset. Integrated with the webcam's software drivers, advanced software algorithms eliminate echoes created by a webcam microphone and speakers in close proximity.
Video Effects Software
The first-of-its-kind Logitech Video Effects software allows people to completely transform themselves into three-dimensional animated characters (avatars) that precisely mimic facial movements, or to add accessories to their on-screen image, such as glasses or a crown. Logitech Video Effects software works with all popular webcam applications, including MSN Messenger Video Conversation, AOLInstant Messenger and Yahoo! Messenger.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech QuickCam Pro 5000 webcam will be available in the U.S. and in Europe beginning in October for a suggested retail price of $79.99.