Good with good light possible XP compatibility issue
Written: Dec 24 '03
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Pros: USB 2 smooth motion picture. Compact stable design.
Cons: Grainy low light picture. Possible XP issue.
The Bottom Line: A good camera for outdoor or well lit rooms due to the smooth motion view but picture too grainy for normal indoor views.
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| stevewarner's Full Review: Trust SpaceCam 380 Web Cam |
I bought this camera as I was disappointed with the delay or blur of moving objects with cheap USB 1.0 camera's but I failed to get it to work properly with two pc's using windows XP. I checked Trust's FAQ's and downloaded the latest drivers but nothing seemed to get it to work properly. I had a constantly rolling, jumping picture. It worked ok with a third pc using windows 98, however I was disapointed with the low light performance. The picture was very grainy with indoor shots where it would mostly be used but looked very good when pointed outside on an overcast day.
The USB 2.0 seems to do it's job as there is no discernable delay or blurring with moving objects. The other plus is the stand for the camera. It is very stable, instability being a common problem with a lot of cheaper camera's it seems. Overall it is a very neat looking compact camera.
I ended up returning the camera to the store due to the XP problems but even if I had overcome those I would not have been happy with it due to the grainy picture.
I ended up buying the Logitech QC Pro 4000 and although not as smooth with motion, probably due to being only USB 1.0, gives a good low light picture and works well with my pc.
For info I have a TV card in my PC and felt it maybe the cause of the XP problem but even with it uninstalled and removed the problem remained.
Recommended:
No
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