Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 720p Webcam
- 720p HD video
- Auto focus, TrueColor Technology
- 70 degrees viewing angle
- USB connection, CMOS sensor
- 3.36 ounces
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A basic webcam for video calls on an older laptop or desktop, with auto focus and automatic color correction. Resolution is modest by current standards.
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ASIN: B002XN7C6WModel: LifeCam HD-5000Category: Webcams
Overview
Not a full HD webcam, the Microsoft LifeCam is an HD unit that plugs in by USB and adjusts color and exposure automatically. Auto focus holds faces sharp at normal desk distance.
Simplicity is the point of this camera, with automatic settings that need no adjusting. Resolution and field of view are limited, so it suits one person at a desk.
Who it's for
Remote workers and students who join calls alone get clear enough video with no setup. Streamers and group calls need wider and sharper cameras.
Pros and cons
- Automatic color and exposure
- Plugs in by USB
- HD only, not full HD
- Narrow field of view for groups
Performance notes
Image quality depends on light: the CMOS sensor and TrueColor processing balance exposure automatically, but low light adds noise. Auto focus helps when you move closer to or farther from the camera.
Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Model | LifeCam HD-5000 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3.36 ounceslower than 76% of 30 webcams |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Other details | |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| Focus Type | Auto focus |
| Viewing Angle | 70 degreeslower than 76% of 55 webcams |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| BuiltIn Media | Carrying case, curved adhesive mount |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Microsoft LifeCam?
The specs list a carrying case and a curved adhesive mount.
Does the Microsoft LifeCam record in full HD?
No. It records 720p HD video.
Does the Microsoft LifeCam have auto focus?
Yes. The focus type is auto focus.