Small utility from Microsoft that captures high-quality video and audio for online conversations and recordings.
Microsoft LifeCam is a freeware video recorder app and driver developed by Microsoft for Windows. It's reliable, straightforward, well-designed and user friendly.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.
Microsoft software for MS video webcam devices
This file is the latest version of Microsoft LifeCam; Program features excellent sound and video quality and works on 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows. Windows 7 is now the default operating system, but it should function flawlessly across various Microsoft operating systems.
Programs includes some excellent video effects, perfect for usage with Windows Live Messenger and Skype.
Features of Microsoft LifeCam
- Automatic light correction: Adjusts the exposure and white balance of the camera to suit the lighting conditions in the room.
- Face tracking: Automatically adjusts the focus and zoom of the camera to follow the movement of a person's face.
- High-definition video capture: Webcams support 1080p or higher resolution video, providing clear and detailed video images.
- Noise-cancelling microphone: Reduce background noise, making it easier to hear the person speaking.
- Skype integration: Designed to work seamlessly with Skype, allowing you to make video calls with ease.
- Wide-angle lens: Many LifeCam webcams have a wide-angle lens that allows you to capture more of the scene in front of the camera.
Compatibility and License
Microsoft LifeCam is provided under a freeware license on Windows from drivers with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 3.6 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Microsoft LifeCam run on?
Microsoft LifeCam can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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