Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 Webcam
- 720p video at 30 frames per second
- Fixed focus lens
- USB connection to a personal computer
- Privacy cover, USB cable, user manual included
- 4x digital zoom, low light feature
- 3.17 ounces listed item weight
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A basic HD webcam that plugs into a laptop. Details are scarce, because the listing text is just the title.
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ASIN: B0099XD1PUModel: LifeCam HD-3000Category: Webcams
Overview
A laptop user who wants a plug-in HD webcam for video calls gets a fixed-focus unit connected by USB, with digital image stabilization and a low light feature. A privacy cover and a USB cable come with it.
Choose it for simple video calls where nothing needs adjusting, since focus is fixed. Several spec entries read oddly, so rely on the core figures.
Who it's for
Video calls and online classes from a laptop suit the plug-in design and the privacy cover. Buyers who want sharper picture, autofocus or a detailed spec sheet should look at other webcams.
Pros and cons
- Privacy cover included
- Fixed focus, no adjustment needed
- Low light feature
- Digital image stabilization
- Description is only the product name
- Fixed focus, no autofocus
- Several spec entries look unreliable
- Not water resistant
Performance notes
Fixed focus means the lens is set for typical call distances, so nearer or farther subjects can look soft. The sensor captures high-definition video at the listed frame rate, and the low light feature raises sensitivity in dim rooms. Digital stabilization and zoom crop the image rather than moving the lens.
Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Model | LifeCam HD-3000 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3.17 ounceslower than 83% of 30 webcams |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Image capture speed | 30 frames per second |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Privacy cover, USB cable, user manual |
| Other details | |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| Focus Type | Fixed focus |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Digital zoom | 4x |
| Special features | Low light, digital image stabilization |
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Frequently asked questions
What do I need to set up the Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000?
The listing gives a USB connection to a personal computer and includes a USB cable, a privacy cover and a user manual. It lists no driver or software details.
Does the Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 have autofocus?
No. The focus type is fixed focus.
Is the Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 a full HD webcam?
No. The listing gives 720p video, not 1080p.
Does the Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 have a privacy cover?
Yes. The built-in media list includes a privacy cover.