Logitech ClickSmart 510 Dual-Mode Camera

You can take still photos up to 1,280 x 960 resolution with software scaling, or 640 x 480 true resolution. Video captured on the go can be sized at 320 x 240 at 15 frames per second, but when attached to your computer through a USB cable, you can capture video at 30 frames per second at 640 x 480 resolution.

QuickSync USB cable allows you to connect the ClickSmart 510 to your computer to transfer your pictures and videos or to use the ClickSmart 510 as a full-functioned Web camera. Make live video calls to your friends and family, and broadcast video straight from your computer to the World Wide Web.

The ClickSmart 510 comes with an impressive array of software for video and photo editing, including motion-detect software to automatically start recording video when your camera detects movement. A trial membership to SpotLife is also included for broadcasting video on the Web.

Additional accessories include a wrist strap for secure handling, four AAA batteries to get you started right away, an adjustable swivel base for stationary video recording, and an 8 MB SmartMedia removable memory card.

Logitech offers a two-year warranty on the ClickSmart 510 digital camera.

Without getting into technical stuff which I don't have time to understand, I'd say one the greatest strengths of this camera is it's ease of use. You could say it really is plug and play. I put in the batteries, inserted the disk and connected the cord. Then it loads up pretty easy. I got an account thru Yahoo Messenger and in no time I was able to see and talk to my wife and son. In fact the hardest part was talking to my wife about how to connect her camera.

The camera seems well designed. It feels solid, durable, not delicate. It uses regular AAA batteries, even comes with optional sound. That's useful if you ever wonder -- did the picture take? The stand that makes it a webcam is maneuverable and practical -- you can set it just how you want.

I think it is a good value, but you may find a better price elsewhere.


Web Cam Only   December 3, 2003
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I primarly baught this as a webcam, to chat with my friends and family, while living overseas. It has been fabulous as a webcam, and so far I'm pleased with the way it performs. I also baught one for my father,and he has been pleased with his as well. However, I've had issues with the media card that came with it. I only took one picture with mine (several with my fathers), and now it won't work. I went to the FAQ page for logitech and apparently it's a normal problem. They claim I have to have the card replaced. I'm not greatly bothered by this, as I was planning on getting a larger card anyway, but until I do, the fact that the camera is a dual mode means nothing. This is the reason I only give it four stars. However, my dad hasn't had any problems with his, so I'd recommend this camera to anyone. In fact, I already have.
Also,as a digital camera, don't expect anything spectacular. If you wan't a great digital picture, get a great digital camera. I baught this to give myself a clear picture when chatting online, not to get a great picture.


Logitech ClickSmart 510   November 10, 2003
5 out of 8 found this review helpful

NEGATIVE:
- too big.
- the stand is hard to adjust and mine broke, so i cant adjust it at all. the camera is so heavy that it just leans down because the stand cant even keep it up anymore.
- when it's not connected to the computer, the flash sucks. it's too bright when you take a picture. everything is white.
- the settings and coloring aren't that good.

POSITIVE:
+ clear pictures
+ portable
... etc.