Apple iSight

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The Apple iSight was first launched in 2003. It retailed at US$149 and connected to a computer via a FireWire cable.
The external iSight's ¼-inch colour CCDsensor has 640×480-pixel VGA resolution, with a custom-designed three-part F/2.8 lens with two aspherical elements. It features autoexposure, autofocusing from 50 mm to infinity, and video capture at 30 frames per second in 24-bit colour with a variety of shutter speeds. However, the iSight has an image delay of approximately 120 ms.
The iSight incorporates internal microphones with dual-element noise suppression. The actual camera only takes up one-quarter of the unit; the remaining space is primarily occupied by its two microphones and mounting socket.
Four camera mounts, a plastic tube carrying case and a FireWire camera mount adapter are also included. The user can select the mounting bracket most appropriate for their monitor or other mounting surface. It is fully compatible with its native macOS, as well as partially compatible with the Microsoft Windows and Linus operating systems.

The iSight has a small green LED that illuminates when the camera is in use. It also has an iris that closes by twisting the front of the camera.

Date : 2003

Manufacturer : Apple

Format : Camera

Physical Description : Cardboard box, Cardboard sleeve, x3 Polystyrene inserts, iSight camera, Hard plastic case, Firewire cable, x2 Cable adapters, x4 camera mounts (all different), Documentation folder, User^s Guide Warranty booklet, Software license agreement leaflet

This exhibit has a reference ID of CH52935. Please quote this reference ID in any communication with the Centre for Computing History.
 

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